Ms Catherine Cox:

We would be happy to work with the Senator on that. We have a really good rights and entitlements section on our own website where carers can go in but we also have a freephone careline. A carer can call at any time on 1800 240724 for a listening ear or for information and it is really important. Quite often carers do not self-identify as carers, as the Senator said. Someone who self-identifies as a mum may also be a family carer. By self-identifying as a family carer, such a person can seek supports. I am not saying they will always be provided, but at least there is an organisation like Family Carers Ireland to advocate and support people around these issues. I am happy to chat to the Senator about that as well.