Alexandra Davidson
University of Melbourne, Graduate School of Journalism, Graduate Student
Ebony was at school when her mother Rebecca's best friend called in a panic. She was in hospital and had been injured at work. Rebecca, a professional chef, was near the end of her day and cleaning a metal grease trap when " Bang. Done.... more
Ebony was at school when her mother Rebecca's best friend called in a panic. She was in hospital and had been injured at work. Rebecca, a professional chef, was near the end of her day and cleaning a metal grease trap when " Bang. Done. Her back was gone. " Years of hard labour working a kitchen had taken its toll. It was the last day Rebecca worked and the first day Ebony became a full time carer.
This story is an insight into the life of young carers, the processes and tribulations they are faced with when looking after a member of their family and the lack of support they receive in spite of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. These amazing individuals exceed any expectations of a 'normal' teenager though are unfairly deemed invisible as they are pushed into the outskirts of the city and simply forgotten.
This story is an insight into the life of young carers, the processes and tribulations they are faced with when looking after a member of their family and the lack of support they receive in spite of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. These amazing individuals exceed any expectations of a 'normal' teenager though are unfairly deemed invisible as they are pushed into the outskirts of the city and simply forgotten.
