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Being a Carer

Penny Wincer reflects on what it means to be a carer, drawing on her own and other people’s experiences. Especially during the pandemic when support services have been unavailable, it’s time, she argues, for society to take care of the carers.

Presenter: Olly Mann
Producer: Sheila Cook

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21 minutes

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Fri 15 Oct 2021 19:00
BBC Radio 4

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  • Wed 18 Nov 2020 09:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Wed 18 Nov 2020 20:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Sat 21 Nov 2020 05:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 15 Oct 2021 19:00
    BBC Radio 4

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