Clare’s carers are appealing for more support from government, saying the experience leaves thousands of people in this county alone, overwhelmed and isolated.
The calls comes as the organisation Family Carers Ireland launches a new support centre in Tobarteascáin, Ennis, later this morning.
Those caring for family members save the government an estimated 10 billion euro annually, many without receiving any financial support.
Liz, who is a carer for her son with special needs, says that very often people are too busy caring to be able to fight for their entitlements.
The new centre for Family Carers Ireland is at 8 Tracklands Business Park, Tobarteascáin and the phone number is free-phone 1800 240 724.
And you can hear more on this on Clare FM’s Morning Focus after 9am this Wednesday.
