Carer stories

Wondering what it’s like finding and managing work with Elder? Hear from some of the self-employed carers using our platform.

People become carers for a broad range of reasons

Whether it started with supporting someone in their own family or they simply have always had a passion to help.

One of my favourite things about being a carer is the communication. I cared for a gentleman who served in the war and I learned so much.

Anonymous Elder Customer

Caring is something I have wanted to do since I can remember. I have always liked looking after elderly people, even from a young age.

Caroline Elder Customer

My introduction to caring began when I helped to care for one of my elderly parents in the family home in Cornwall for a few more years.

Stephen Elder Customer

We invited live-in carers Adenike and Ernestina to share why they chose to become carers, and what caring for others means to them.

Jan and Jeff's story

Sibo's story

Caroline's story

Catherine's story

Bawinile's story

Heike's story

Stephen's story

Grace's story

Joy's story

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