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Pictures: Caring Kilkenny group Step Up! for families
Family Carers Ireland sponsored walk in Kilkenny Castle Park
The skies stayed blue for the Family Carers Ireland Step Up walk on Sunday morning!
The fun event, held in the Castle Park, was one of a series of events held across the country to raise awareness of family carers.carers.
Many families and supporters joined in with the Step Up for Family Carers leisurely 5km walk. The event was not a race or a fitness challenge - it was a moment of solidarity, support, and recognition.
Rugby legend Mick Galwey helped launch the event, saying: “Caring can be isolating, and too many family carers feel forgotten. This walk is a simple but powerful way to send a clear message: ‘We see you. We support you. You are not alone.’”
Every day, Ireland’s 500,000 family carers provide unwavering support to loved ones - often without recognition or adequate support. Now, it’s time for Ireland to step up for them. This nationwide event will raise vital funds and awareness to ensure that Family Carers Ireland can continue to be there for those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. Scroll down to start our photo gallery and use the arrows to see more photographs.
Pictured below: The Grace Family outside Kilkenny Castle for the Family Carers Ireland Step Up walk PICTURE Vicky Comerford
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