Carers and loved ones

It’s not just PH patients who are entitled to financial support from the Government – carers who give up their time to look after friends or relatives could also be eligible for benefits.

With high numbers of carers seeking support from Turn2us, we know that caring for someone can have a huge impact on personal finances. It can leave many struggling to make ends meet, so it is crucial that people receive all of the support that they are entitled to and eligible for.

Dawn Shelley from Sutton became a full-time carer for her mum, Christine Codd, after she was diagnosed with PH in 2012. Her experiences of struggling alone have led to her setting up a Facebook group, ‘Carers for PHighters’, to help other carers access support and advice. Here, Dawn shares her story.

Chris Straw, aged 17, lives with his Mum, Jenny, Dad, Ian, and brother, Andy, in Sway Hampshire. His little sister Amy was born with PH in September 2004 and passed away in June 2006. Here Chris talks about growing up with Amy and his recent fundraising efforts in her memory.