Stories

Hello, I am Liliana and I am 13-year old. I live with my parents in Glenelg which is a suburb of Adelaide. I am carer for my mother who suffers from arthritis. It causes her chronic pain and restricts movement.

Hello I am Jason. I am a young carer for my grandparents and currently in school in the 11th grade. I have been caring for my pop-pop and grammy for more than 5 years because my mum is a single parent.

Hello to whoever is reading my story. I am Jane a 15 year old carer of my mother and little sister. My mother suffers from trigeminal neuralgia (TN) that causes debilitating pain that makes it difficult for her to lead a normal healthy life.

Hi, I am Kate. I am 17 years old and I am a primary carer for my grandma. She suffered a heart attack 2 years ago and since she has limited movement and needs round the clock care.

Hello. I am Sarah, a 17-year-old girl and a primary carer for my specially-able brother. He is suffering from Glaucoma, a chronic eye condition that leads to blindness. It wasn't easy to take care of my brother, but the Young Carer Support program helped me in creating a balance between caregiving and a healthier life.

Hi, I am Jake, and you are reading my story. I am 16, a 16-year-old carer of my parents, who are suffering from chronic illness. Juggling school and caregiving strained me. Thanks to the Young Carer Support Program for motivating me to thrive in both aspects of my life.