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It is very difficult to sustain the demands of caring without taking regular breaks to rejuvenate and focus on other parts of your life.
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Time out from caring can help you and the person you support
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Don't let feelings of reluctance stop you having time to yourself
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Read Carers Victoria's book of carer stories on respite - 'Time together, time apart'
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