Imogen: Carer for her twin sister and other siblings amidst grief

In this episode of Care to Share, Prue chats with Imogen about growing up with a twin sister who requires care. Imogen has always been a carer for Jacinta in some capacity throughout her life, as family circumstances and schools changed.

But after a family tragedy, at just 21 years old, she became the primary carer for Jacinta as well has her two younger siblings. Imogen candidly discusses this huge responsibility shift amidst overwhelming grief.

This episode discusses difficult themes, including the loss of parents, please listen with care and if you’re feeling at all distressed by the themes of this episode, give it a skip or utilise the resources below for support.

Care to Share hosted by Prudence Granger is in association with the Carer Knowledge Exchange.

Produced by Danni Stewart. Sound design is by Melissa May. Additional sound design is by Brittany Rourke. Supervising Producer is Britta Jorgensen. Impact Studios Executive Producer is Sarah Gilbert.