'The recognition is lovely' - Country's carers hailed at awards ceremony
Zoe Gilmartin (13) from Bonniconlon, Ballina, Co. Mayo who is the Connacht Young Carer of the Year, with her mother Nicola Gilmartin at the awards ceremony held in The Westin Hotel, Dublin, hosted by broadcaster Miriam O’Callaghan. Zoe goes above and beyond for her little brother Ryan (8) who has Down Syndrome. Since he was born, she has learned Lámh, See & Learn, took part in his speech and language therapy, and included him in everything she does. Photo: Mark Stedman
The extraordinary effort and dedication of the country’s carers were hailed at the annual Netwatch Family Carer of the Year awards ceremony, including for young carers already assisting family members young and old.
Hosted by Miriam O'Callaghan, the ceremony hailed the four regional family carers of the year, including the national award recipient, Karen Smith from Drogheda, as well as the four regional young carers of the year:
