Family and self-care resources
We know how deeply you care for the young person in your life, and how heavy that responsibility can sometimes feel. Supporting someone through complex mental health challenges or psychosocial disability often means putting your own needs last. Over time, that can lead to exhaustion, grief, or feeling like you have nothing left to give. You are not alone in this, and your wellbeing matters just as much as theirs.
The challenge families face
Parents, carers, and kin often carry the unseen emotional weight of worry, stress, and hope. Too often, this toll is overlooked. Without support, it’s easy to burn out, making it even harder to keep showing up for the young person you love.
How we can help
Our resources are created by people who’ve been where you are. Our resources offer gentle guidance, practical tools, and encouragement to help you care for yourself while caring for others. You’ll find:
- Simple self-care strategies that fit into real, everyday life
- Support for coping with stress, grief, and emotional ups and downs
- Guidance for families and carers to build resilience and protect your wellbeing
- Peer stories and insights that remind you—you don’t have to walk this path alone
Why it matters
When you take care of yourself, you give your child or young person the best version of you. Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s an act of love, for yourself and for your family. By finding balance and support, you’ll have more strength, patience, and hope to share with those who need you most.
Take the next step
Explore our family and self-care resources today. With lived-experience wisdom and practical guidance, RiR will walk alongside you, helping you feel supported, understood, and ready to keep moving forward with your family.