A WOMAN who cared for her paralysed father as a teenager has organised a special event to let carers know about the support available to them.
Jacqui Kershaw, 50, who is assistant to the director of pastoral care for the parish of Ashtead, has organised a "Carer's Roadshow" at St George's Christian Centre in Barnett Wood Lane tomorrow (Thursday) from 2pm to 4pm.
"Years ago, when I was a teenager, I cared for my dear Dad when he broke his neck in an accident and became paralysed. There was just no help out there, when it came to day-to-day care and knowing where to turn for guidance and support," she said.
"Things have certainly improved now, but there is still more that can be done.
"I see the Roadshow as a sign-posting event, where people can get information from groups involved in care-giving and help. There'll be stands with information from groups like MacMillan Trust, Surrey County Social Services and Action for Carers. We're expecting about 10 groups to set up information stands. "
