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As a carer are you worse off during the credit crunch?

LucyVirgo

Recent research has shown that credit crunch is leaving carers financially worse off, with poverty rising and families cutting back on the essentials such as food and heating. How is it affecting you?

Posted on 12 Dec 08 at 14:11 by LucyVirgo
xxsuexx

On a positive note...no one can sack me or make me redundant!  Hubbys job is ok for now, but like most people we are just seeing how it all works out.

Posted on 13 Feb 09 at 9:39 by xxsuexx
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