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Liz Gets Involved

Carer Liz Hayward

Carer Liz Hayward, from Weston in Bath, has looked after her mother and father for over 30 years. Both her parents are now in residential care, but Liz has decided to use her caring experience to help others through the Carers’ Centre.

Liz was invited to help the Centre to recruit its new Operations Manager. Panels of carers and staff were chosen to interview and select the right candidate for this important new role. “I voted for the person with the best attitude,” said Liz.

Having a learning disability has not held Liz back from getting involved. “I really like helping people,” she explained. “I gave a talk to Social Work students at the University of Bath. They need to understand what being a carer is like. Although I was nervous, I felt pleased and proud afterwards. It’s really boosted my confidence!”

Liz is a member of the Carers’ For Each Other group that meets regularly at the Carers’ Centre. All the carers in the group have learning disabilities and enjoy an art workshop every fortnight with artist Gillian Hulse