As we mark Carers Week 2026, it is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution carers make every day across Ireland.
Carers are often described as the backbone of our health and social care system, but their impact goes far beyond practical support. They bring compassion, dignity, reassurance, and human connection to those who need it most. Whether supporting an older person to remain independent at home, helping someone recover after illness, or providing companionship to combat loneliness, carers make a meaningful difference in people’s lives every single day.
The work of a carer is not always visible. It happens in homes, communities, and quiet moments of kindness that often go unnoticed. Yet these moments can have a profound impact on a person’s wellbeing, confidence, and quality of life.
Carers Week is a reminder that behind every care visit is a dedicated professional who chooses to make a positive difference. It is a chance to acknowledge their commitment, resilience, and the genuine relationships they build with the people they support.
At a time when demand for care services continues to grow across Ireland, carers play an increasingly vital role in helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes. Their work deserves not only recognition but also continued investment, support, and appreciation.
This Carers Week, we extend our sincere thanks to all carers. Your dedication, compassion, and commitment enrich lives, strengthen communities, and make Ireland a more caring place for everyone
Celebrating National Carers Week 2025 at Myhomecare
Carers Week is dedicated to recognizing and supporting the incredible work performed by carers.
National Carers Week, now in its nineteenth year, is coordinated by Care Alliance Ireland in partnership with seven other leading Irish charities who support Family Carers: The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Irish Cancer Society, Disability Federation of Ireland, MS Ireland, Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, Irish Hospice Foundation, and Rare Ireland.
Details of the events taking place throughout National Carers Week are available at https://www.carersweek.ie/events Share your story using this hashtags for this years theme; #MakingCaringVisible and #CarersWeek2025.
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Q. How long have you been working with Myhomecare?
12 years with Myhomecare.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working with Myhomecare?
I find this role very rewarding, working one on one with clients. I have been working with my client for 10 years, and we have a very good relationship.
Q. What advice would you give to someone interested in a career in care?
I would highly recommend this role to follow as it is very rewarding and I love going to work each day.
Carers Week Message
Name: Marianna Javorszki Location: Louth
“They just brighten up”
Click on the link below to hear Marianna’s experience with Myhomecare.
Q. How long have you worked as a Carer? How long have you been a member of the Myhomecare Team?
I have being working as a carer now for 28 years. I have happily been a member of the Myhomecare Team for five years.
Q. Why did you choose caring as a profession?
I chose caring as a profession as I have always enjoyed being with people and also after caring for my own grandmother in her later years made my realise that I could go onto helping others and make a rewarding career with it.
Q. What do you enjoy most about being a Carer?
I really enjoy my role as a carer as each day as I meet such lovely , interesting people and making a difference to there day enabling them to remain at home whilst keeping as much indepedence at home and having choice and control over their own care . I get to build great relationships with people and also learn so much from them at the same time , I get a variety of work , I always feel good at the end of my day feeling satisfied that I have made a difference to their day.
Q. Do you have any advice for someone who would like a career in care?
If any one was thinking of becoming a carer or having a change of career I would encourage them to do so as it’s such a rewarding role.
Sandra Petrova
Carers Name: Sandra Petrova Location: Louth
Q. How long have you worked as a Carer? How long have you been a member of the Myhomecare Team?
I’m working as a carer for 5 years. I’m working with Myhomecare for 1 year and 9 months, I’m very happy here. I love my clients, I love my job, I work full time and sometimes I get loads of extra calls😅
Q. Why did you choose caring as a profession?
I was dreaming since I was child that I will become a Doctor, but destiny turned me a different way. I’ve tried so many different jobs, I was a secretary, I was a book keeper, I was a team leader, but i didn’t like them all, until I filled in the form on Facebook for a carer job and studies. I was happy from the first minute i started. It was hard work to study and do my job but I made it!
Q. What do you enjoy most about being a Carer?
I’m enjoying everything I’m doing, I’m happy to see them smiling when they see me, that the smile from their faces never fades.
Q. Do you have any advice for someone who would like a career in care?
Being a carer is hard work, so you need to think if you really want to do it, because our clients deserve good carers, not bad ones. My advice is: Treat your clients the way you wish to be treated 😊
Linda Omotayo
Carers Name: Linda Omotayo Location: Dublin
Q. How long have you worked as a Carer? How long have you been a member of the Myhomecare Team?
Sandra has been a carer for 15 years and has been part of the Myhomecare team for 10 years!
Q. What do you enjoy most about working as a carer?
I love helping people. I love to see people being happy. I was raised by grandmother so every time I go to visit my clients, I feel like I’m helping my granny.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working as a carer?
I love helping people. I love to see people being happy. I was raised by grandmother so every time I go to visit my clients, I feel like I’m helping my granny.
John Walsh
Carers Name: John Walsh Location: West of Ireland
Q. Why did you choose a career in care?
I chose a career in care because I have always been deeply moved by the struggles of those who are facing health challenges.
Every person deserves to feel valued, respected, and supported, especially during their most vulnerable times. Being able to provide comfort, understanding, and assistance to those who are sick is a privilege and an honour.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working with Myhomecare?
What I enjoy most about working with Myhomecare is the incredible sense of friendship and camaraderie that exists among all the staff and management.
We are like a close-knit family, always supporting and encouraging each other. This positive and collaborative environment allows us to provide the best possible care for our clients.
Knowing that we are all in this together, working towards a common goal of improving our clients’ lives, makes every day rewarding and fulfilling. It’s truly inspiring to be part of such a dedicated and compassionate team.
Q. What advice would you give to someone interested in a career in care?
To anyone interested in a career in care, my advice would be to embrace the journey with an open heart and a compassionate spirit. This field is incredibly rewarding, but it also requires patience, empathy, and resilience. Remember that your kindness and dedication can profoundly impact the lives of those you care for.
Also, cherish the relationships you build with both your clients and your colleagues—these connections will provide you with invaluable support and a sense of community.
Always be willing to learn and grow, and don’t hesitate to lean on your team for advice and encouragement. Your commitment to caring for others is truly a gift, and it will bring immense fulfillment to both you and those you help.
Celebrating National Carers Week 2024 at Myhomecare
Carers Week is dedicated to recognizing and supporting the incredible work performed by carers.
This year, National Carers Week has joined forces with Muscular Dystrophy Ireland, along with their Partner Organisations; The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Irish Cancer Society, Central Remedial Clinic, Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation, Disability Federation Ireland, Irish Hospice Foundation.
The theme for this year is #MakingCaringVisible, and in celebration of this, Myhomecare has chosen to put the spotlight on some of our exceptional carers, showcasing their dedication and commitment to making a difference in the lives of those they care for.
Join Our Award-Winning Homecare Team Today
If you would like to join our award-winning homecare team or start your carer in caring contact us today!
I chose a career as a caregiver because I consider caring for people to be a beautiful mission, it makes me feel like I make a difference in people‘s lives.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working with Myhomecare?
I like working for Myhomecare because I can count on a team that is completely involved and committed to their work. I feel respected and valued.
Q. What advice would you give to someone interested in a career in care?
For those who want to work as a carer, I would say be responsible and kind to your clients, create bonds and treat them as you would want other people to treat your mother, brother or grandparents.
Courtney Flynn
Carers Name: Courtney Flynn Location: Dublin North East
Click on the video below to hear Courtney’s story
Lisa Brazil
Carers Name: Lisa Brazil Location: South of Ireland
Q. Why did you choose a career in care?
I decided to become a carer as I love working with older people. I find it very rewarding. Enabling people to stay in their own homes.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working with Myhomecare?
I love working with Myhomecare as we are treated very well by the company.
Q. What advice would you give to someone interested in a career in care?
I would encourage them as it is such a rewarding career. Working with the vulnerable in your community. Helping people in the hard time and the happy times.
I started caring for a family member who developed Alzheimer’s in their late 80’s and took up the role of being a fulltime carer for them.
I enjoyed helping a family member who was in need of assistance and it was really rewarding as I started to notice the impact my support had on their life.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working with Myhomecare?
The hours are flexible and the management team are always on the other end of the phone to help with any queries or for a simple chat.
Q. What advice would you give to someone interested in a career in care?
You would need to ask yourself if you are a patient, helpful, caring and a kind individual willing to make a difference to vulnerable people. Every day is different, but you finish your day knowing that you have made a difference to another person. It’s a rewarding job and that’s what I like about being a carer.
John Walsh
Carers Name: John Walsh Location: West of Ireland
Q. Why did you choose a career in care?
I chose a career in care because I have always been deeply moved by the struggles of those who are facing health challenges.
Every person deserves to feel valued, respected, and supported, especially during their most vulnerable times. Being able to provide comfort, understanding, and assistance to those who are sick is a privilege and an honour.
Q. What do you enjoy most about working with Myhomecare?
What I enjoy most about working with Myhomecare is the incredible sense of friendship and camaraderie that exists among all the staff and management.
We are like a close-knit family, always supporting and encouraging each other. This positive and collaborative environment allows us to provide the best possible care for our clients.
Knowing that we are all in this together, working towards a common goal of improving our clients’ lives, makes every day rewarding and fulfilling. It’s truly inspiring to be part of such a dedicated and compassionate team.
Q. What advice would you give to someone interested in a career in care?
To anyone interested in a career in care, my advice would be to embrace the journey with an open heart and a compassionate spirit. This field is incredibly rewarding, but it also requires patience, empathy, and resilience. Remember that your kindness and dedication can profoundly impact the lives of those you care for.
Also, cherish the relationships you build with both your clients and your colleagues—these connections will provide you with invaluable support and a sense of community.
Always be willing to learn and grow, and don’t hesitate to lean on your team for advice and encouragement. Your commitment to caring for others is truly a gift, and it will bring immense fulfillment to both you and those you help.
Independent living doesn’t mean you have to be alone. There is support on hand if you ever need it in the form of homecare. Living alone can be challenging but homecare combined with assistive technology allows the elderly and vulnerable to carry on with their lives as independently as they can but with the knowledge that help is available.
Homecare services have been designed to assist expecting mothers, babies, and young and older adults from birth to retirement and beyond. There are a variety of fulfilling careers that focus on helping people to live independently. The importance of homecare workers cannot be underestimated, you get to give back to your community and care for people in a very special way indeed. A career in independent living is very rewarding, allowing you to help people maintain their independence and dignity.
Data from 2019 shows 65,247 people aged 65+ were in receipt of home support, both public and private, resulting in 24.7 million home support hours. This number is growing which means there is always a demand for more carers within the workforce.
Myhomecare is a HSE recognised national supplier of homecare. Established in 2006 by Servisource Recruitment, it employs over 220 staff, including administrative staff as well as homecare workers. If you are interested in helping people live independently, you can explore an array of jobs within the following fields: domestic home support, tracheostomy homecare, mental healthcare, pediatric care and palliative care among others.
Reasons to Work in Homecare
A rewarding career
Flexible hours
Create bonds with people
Supportive team atmosphere
Giving back to the community
Develop valuable clinical skills
There are a range of different jobs on offer throughout Ireland.
As well as in-person care, Myhomecare has partnered up with the Isaac Care, creating a complete independent living solution. Isaac Care is a complete solution designed to assist people safely and independently in their own home. Combining our Circle of Care app, with assistive technology and a complete wraparound care service, Isaac Care offers you the support you need for the hours of the day when homecare and family carers can’t be with you. Giving you reassurance that Isaac Care’s expert team are on hand whenever you need them.
Isaac Care is proud to be partnered with Myhomecare. Myhomecare currently holds the International Gold Seal in quality by JCI. They are one of an exclusive group of 24 Homecare companies globally who have attained the required standard and the only one in Ireland in our sector. This accreditation demonstrates the excellence in service delivery from the Myhomecare team and their dedication to their staff, clients and their families.
“Knowing that your time with them makes a huge difference to their day and that they look forward to seeing you is such a great feeling.”
–Lisa Brazil, Myhomecare Carer
If you feel like helping people is the job for you, why not give a job in homecare a try. There are a range of courses to choose and there is bound to be one suited to your needs.
Our dedicated team are on hand to assist you in any way. Contact us on +1 800 400 900 or email us info@www.myhomecare.ie and one of our team will be in touch.
