The measure of our society is the way we treat disabled people and their carers

CARERS work quietly and alone looking after loved ones, some of whom are mentally disabled, some physically disabled, and some of whom are both.

Others look after elderly relatives who suffer from dementia andrequire round-the-clock care.

Some carers are elderly, having devoted their entire lives to looking after sons or daughters. Many have given up work and opportunities to care for relatives while others have never had the chance to work.