S2 - Episode 10: Caring for Carers

In this final episode of the season, Nat and Dee take a look at sustaining good mental health while carrying out the role of a parent carer. The duo review the importance of bringing awareness of the wellbeing of the parent carer, dispelling stigmas, take a look at the reoccurring issue of "burnout",  where you can get help and how you can help yourself to develop a better level of mental health awareness.For further help (this is just a suggested list):Carers UK: https://www.carersuk.org/SCOPE: https://www.scope.org.uk/MIND: https://www.mind.org.uk/Local Parent Carer Forums: https://nnpcf.org.uk/ (there are localised branches in England)Contact: https://contact.org.uk/Black SEN Mamas: https://blacksenmamas.com/NHS Talking Therapies (NHS or private therapy): https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/talking-therapies/Updates on future episodes check us out: @thesendsisterhood; please like, comment, share, leave a review and rate each episode on socials and podcast listening platforms. If you have any comments, feedback or would like to participate on a future episode of the SEND Sisterhood write to:  [email protected] Music by SK @GMGOmusicDisclaimer: We are not speaking as professionals; for all parents or all persons with disabilities - this podcast is simply based our own lived experiences and perspective.