Readings with Emily Kenway
Author and activist Emily Kenway reads extracts from her book, 'Who Cares? The Hidden Crisis of Caregiving and How to Solve It', and discusses the issues raised. Recorded on 8 June 2023.
Val Ormrod reading | Carers Week 2023
Author and former carer Val Ormrod reads from her book, In My Father’s Memory, a memoir which explores her relationship with her father, who had dementia. Recorded June 2023.
Aphasia film screening and poetry reading
Film creator Jonathan Hirons and poet Denise Saul share their experiences of aphasia. After being diagnosed with aphasia, Jonathan created a short film to raise awareness and knowledge about the condition. Denise shares her experiences of looking after someone with aphasia by reading some of her poetry written about caring for her mother. Recorded November 2022.
Kate Mosse Q&A for Carers Week
Bestselling writer Kate Mosse shares her caring experiences and reads extracts from her book, 'An Extra Pair of Hands', published by Profile Books. Recorded June 2021.
Readings from Shaun Deeney from Love & Care
"Once my mother looked after me. Now I look after her."
Shaun Deeney reads from his book, Love & Care, about what it means to be a carer, particularly what it means to be a man who cares. Recorded July 2021.
Readings from author and carer, Penny Wincer
A conversation with carer and author Penny Wincer, with short readings from her book, Tender: The Imperfect Art of Caring.
Penny Wincer has twice been a carer, first to her mother, and as a single parent to her autistic son. Recorded November 2021.
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