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crochet1
Community member Posts: 3 Listener
my son is 21 has two male carers and one female Carer as he has got older he now told us he just wants male carers Become more difficult as wont wee etc when she is here
Told I can get done for sex discrimination if we don’t use her anymore Surely he has the right choose who cares for him
Told I can get done for sex discrimination if we don’t use her anymore Surely he has the right choose who cares for him
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There is an exemption for such circumstances so don't be concerned.
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Thank you thank you that’s was really helpful
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Formerly I was a carer and I agree with you. As a female I would feel better that any client choose their carers dependent on their wishes and also I think I would feel more vulnerable supporting male clients with personal care. That works both ways
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Son had same Carer for a long time on and off but being 21 now he has said wants male carers Difficult situation Don’t want to upset her but I have to listen to his whishes It is his rights to
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I am sure she will understand if you explain the situation nicely to her. After all she is a carer.
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