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How my ADHD diagnosis affected how I provide care
We’re seeing a trend of more women getting an ADHD diagnosis later in life . With this in mind, we’ve been chatting to Sarah, a member of...
Liz Connor
Mar 127 min read

Feeling alone while caring
Bryan looks after his wife. He spoke with us about the loneliness that set in, after his wife had to move to a care home.
Claire Cook
Feb 204 min read

Hanukkah Sameach!
Rosalind, shares her caring story, including what Hanukkah is and what it means to her. Hanukkah Sameach!
Claire Cook
Dec 19, 20243 min read

Building a dementia-friendly garden brought more joy to my relationship
Creating a dementia-friendly garden brought Colin and Susan closer, offering joy, connection and calm amidst the challenges of her diagnosis
Liz Connor
Dec 5, 20245 min read

Caring with compassion
Lesley from our community shares how she has found ways to nurture both her mum. Plus, tips on how we can preserve our energy when caring.
Nikki Brown
Nov 14, 20244 min read

Finding balance and purpose outside of caring
Stuart shares how he finds ways to bring purpose to both him and his wife. Reminding them of life outside of caring.
Nikki Brown
Sep 27, 20245 min read

LGBT+ Carers: is there a different story to tell?
Tony Collins-Moore, carers academy manager at Carers Centre Tower Hamlets, shares his experience of being an unpaid carer and a member of...
Claire Cook
May 20, 20244 min read

Healing and recovery after a caring crisis
Bridget is a member of our community and occasional attendee to our virtual cuppas. A parent carer to two young adult children at home,...
Claire Cook
Feb 12, 20246 min read


The Iceberg Perspective - Julie's carer story
For some of us in the Mobilise Community, writing has become a way to look after our own wellbeing. From creative writing to journalling...
Suzanne Bourne
Nov 30, 20235 min read

Cass the Border Collie helping out with the caring
Mark is one of the community of carers at Mobilise. Here he shares how Cass the Border Collie brings joy to him and his mum.
Suzanne Bourne
Oct 11, 20233 min read

Cultural expectations to caring
In some cultures, the word ‘carer’ doesn’t exist, because taking care of our family is an unspoken expectation. But as our society...
Liz Connor
Oct 5, 202311 min read


Dementia - Mike's story of emotions and legal blindspots
Mike shares his story as carer for his late husband Tom who had dementia. From spotting those first signs to a diagnosis of dementia, and...
Claire Cook
Sep 15, 20237 min read


National Day of Reflection, carers share their thoughts on grieving
23rd March is the annual National Day of Reflection, led by Marie Curie. Started following lockdown, and now in its third year. The Day...
Suzanne Bourne
Mar 14, 20238 min read


Caring in lockdown: what good care looks like for the person we care for - and ourselves
This time last year Roxy took the time to share her story of caring for her sister during the first coronavirus lockdown. One year on we...
Suzanne Bourne
May 21, 20216 min read

Caring for a child with complex needs
Jill, a parent carer from Camden and a member of the team at Camden Carers, shares part of her caring story with us. Jill's daughter...
Claire Cook
Feb 9, 20216 min read


Beyond Caring - Virginia's Story
"Beyond Caring" reminds us of who we are outside of our caring role. Caring can dominate our days, but it is so valuable to spend time...
Claire Cook
Dec 16, 20207 min read

Virtual Cuppa for Carers - what a journey!
Everyone that has joined has had their own unique cuppa journey, after 225 cuppas I'd like to reflect on the birds eye view I've had.
Suzanne Bourne
Nov 27, 20203 min read


Using 0 as my wellbeing springboard
This blog shares my personal journey with Suzanne’s coaching approach and the positive impact that it has had on my wellbeing.
Chloe Rollings
Oct 29, 20205 min read

Michael's Carer Story
Michael, 26 shares his story caring for his mum with MS.
Suzanne Bourne
Oct 23, 20204 min read

Life as a carer - Carol's Carer Story
I would like to tell you a little about my life as a carer. I have always been a caring person as I worked in a day care setting, with...
Suzanne Bourne
Oct 15, 20203 min read
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