Unit 2: Taking care

Topic 3: You in the Caring Role - Sharing responsibilities

(Understand the impact of caring on carers)

Impact of caring role on the carer as an individual. Differences in perceptions of those involved. Possible tensions within the caring role: role reversal, changed expectations, over-dependency, use and abuse of power. Rights and responsibilities of those involved. Maintaining self-identity of the carer and the cared-for person. Managing the needs of those involved.