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Carers SA

Carers SA. Supporting Carers along their Journey Anne Gawen. About Carers SA. A not-for-profit, membership based, community organisation formed by Carers in 1989 Our aim is to promote, assist, empower and enhance the lives of Carers in South Australia

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Carers SA

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  1. Carers SA Supporting Carers along their Journey Anne Gawen

  2. About Carers SA A not-for-profit, membership based, community organisation formed by Carers in 1989 Our aim is to promote, assist, empower and enhance the lives of Carers in South Australia Carers SA support Carers of all cultures, ages and backgrounds, with specific programs for • Young Carers, • Carers of people with a Mental Illness • Indigenous Carers

  3. The Carer Journey

  4. Phase 1 Something is wrong An event occurs

  5. Phase 2 Confirmation of Mental Illness Diagnosis

  6. Phase 3 Adjustment/readjustment Balance between coping & fixing the issue

  7. Phase 4 Management Integration of the caring role into every- day life

  8. Phase 5 Purposeful coping A change in thinking & approach – can handle changes in care & day to day living

  9. Phase 6 End of active Caring

  10. Contact Carers SA To access our services including information and referrals Call the Carer Advisory & Counselling Service 1800 242 636 Or visit us online www.carers-sa.asn.au

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