Accessing group support
In this variant sub-theme, carers had contrasting beliefs
about the usefulness of small group discussion to supplement
the self-help manual. Some commented that
they should be given access to small group discussion:
“A group situation where speakers can come and speak
[to carers]. I prefer engaging with people; a small group
would be beneficial”. Access to a small group would enable
carers to engage with and share their experience
and know-how with others in a similar situation. That
access would be increased if it entailed minimal travel by
carers: “Small groups with a demographic of 15 minutes
location”. Moreover, group discussion could help carers
overcome some of the isolation they experienced as
carers: