Carer Care Inc. supports those who are at risk of emotional exhaustion from caring for others.
Here are some of our projects to date, the work we do and our purpose.
How it all began...
The idea of Carer Care Inc. was conceptualised in a small fishing village, Ductan Duitay, on the Island of Negros in the Philippines.
Our founder, Dr Rhonda Emonson, was visiting as part of a three-month voluntary placement in the Philippines and was impacted by several common themes that emerged from conversations with those who live in such a remote and extreme environment.
People Care for Each Other...
'Care' was built into the social fabric of the culture; investment of time, money, food and resources was communal, rather than individualistic.
The goal of the whole community is valued more highly than the good of the individual.
In many ways, it is a beautiful set of values that enables people to survive. However, underneath the surface, there is a high cost.
The problem is not from the culture, but from lack of vital resources...
Those who had more resources often work harder to support those who have less. The majority are burdened by a lack of work, poor health and an inability to access adequate health care, lack of education, bad weather and poor housing.
As Rhonda explored these issues more deeply with community leaders, she discovered that they were at risk of exhaustion from constant work without breaks, caring for families and communities, and from their own health issues.
Stress and responsibility sometimes lay more heavily on the shoulders of those who cared most for their community as this may deplete their own resilience.
Rhonda went back to the villages of Decutan where, with the help of the youth group, she began to capture and consolidate some of these impressions in a banner made from cheap fabric and printed with stencils made by cutting shapes in potatoes. The theme became clear: those who lead and care need to recognise and prioritize their own needs, so that they can continue to benefit and all may thrive.
In this way, from the very meager resources of a subsistence community and yet from the deep richness of their human experiences, Carer Care Inc. began.
Similar themes in those who care in other settings...
Rhonda returned to her role in a hospital setting and as a private practitioner, observed similar themes.
Working with palliative care nurses, Rhonda noticed that they too were experiencing exhaustion and yet felt the need to keep caring...to keep providing...and placed their patients needs over and above their own needs.
Along with the Pastoral Care Worker in the hospital facility, a program called RSS was implemented where nurses and allied health staff could come for 30 minutes in their work time and have a period of reflection and support away from the demands of their role. The group was facilitated by the Pastoral Care Worker and Rhonda with the aim of supporting those that professionally care for others'.
Carer Care Inc. meets the Australian Charity and Not-for-Profit Commission regulations and is governed by a board of five professionals.
CARER CARE INC. aims to proactively reduce the impact of emotional exhaustion. We serve those who care for others in a professional basis, and those who live in remote locations and are geographically or financially disadvantaged yet have the same needs as other practitioners who are able to access necessary support.
As we know, it is more effective to work proactively rather than waiting until clients present for treatment.
These aims are met through:
- Subsidised access to training, coaching and self-care programs on a national and international basis.
- A 'scholarship' program funded by individuals and organisational donations, grant funding.
- Direct support from the 'good will' of individuals who see or have experienced the value of Carer Care Inc.
Recent Workshops Carer Care Inc has delivered...
Emotional Fatigue
Pastor Steven Teo and Dr Rhonda Emonson
A half-day workshop focused on managing emotional fatigue conducted in Sydney, Australia.
Compassion Fatigue
Dr Amanda Nickson and Dr Rhonda Emonson
A workshop focused on preventing emotional exhaustion for legal/welfare and community staff in Townsville, Australia.
Coaching via ZOOM
Dr Rhonda Emonson
Accessible Coaching is offered online via ZOOM for professional carers in New Zealand, England, South Africa and the Philippines to support them in their professional caring roles.
RFAST - Resilience First Aid Starter Training
RFAST offers valuable insights and practical tools for individuals from various backgrounds and professions, providing a comprehensive understanding of connected resilience and its potential for promoting mental well being.
Workshops were conducted at two sites to several hundred participants in Resilience First Aid Starter Training to support them in their role as Pastors, Teachers, support staff and counsellors.
Presented by Dr Rhonda Emonson...
Several workshops were conducted with materials and resources supplied for participants and funded by Carer Care Inc. Dr Rhonda Emonson provided her time at no cost for the workshop so that those that would not normally have access to the workshop could do so.
Cross Cultural Medical Mission
Lambunao, Illoilo and Zarraga
A Team from the United States and Australia provided workshops, training and medical support in three locations. As part of the team, Carer Care Inc. provided Resilience First Aid Starter Training and pastoral care.
Workshops can be developed for groups on topics relating to managing resilience, self-care and emotional wellbeing.
If you believe your team or organisation would benefit from a workshop relating to caring for the professional carer AND it is geographically or financially difficult to access that workshop, please contact Carer Care Inc. for further information.
Some participants may be able to attend for a subsidised fee if they meet the selection criteria.
Scholarships
If you are a successful scholarship applicant, you will be offered part or full subsidy for the registration component of any of the programs available through Carer Care Inc.
Scholarships are available as generous others have donated funds to Carer Care Inc, or a grant have been received or by bequeaths and by 10% of profits from other entities being donated to Carer Care Inc.
The scholarship does not cover any other associated costs OTHER THAN a subsidy of the registration fee.
A strict criteria exists for scholarship applicants as it is not possible to provide a subsidized fee to all who deserve and need assistance.
Things to consider before you apply:
- Do you work in a role where you professionally care for others?
- Are you prepared to complete all components of the program, such as attend workshops/participate in forums/complete tasks between sessions?
- Are you prepared to provide a photo and a testimonial at the completion of the program to be placed on this website as an encouragement to others?
- Are you prepared to implement your new learning in your community AND provide information about what you have achieved?
- Do you live in an area where you have access to the internet so that you can participate in the programs?
- At this stage, English is the only available language for each program - are you able to write and speak in English?
If you can say yes to each of the questions above and are 100% committed, please submit your application to be assessed for a part fee subsidy for a program/course available through Carer Care Inc.
Applicant numbers are capped for each workshop.
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Please note: Carer Care Inc. is hosted on the Enavant Therapeutic Services website only until funds become available for Carer Care Inc. to be resourced sufficiently to support it's marketing independently.
Thank you for your understanding.
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