Congratulations to the Founder of the Carers Foundation, Ronnie Benbow, for receiving Moreton Bay’s Citizen of the Year award!
“After dedicating her life to caring for others, Cedar Creek local Ronnie Benbow has been honoured as Moreton Bay Regional Council’s 2021 Australia Day Awards Citizen of the Year.
Mayor Peter Flannery said Ronnie’s essential work has changed the lives of carers right across Australia, helping to improve their health and give them hope.
“Almost no one is prepared for the demands, expectations and even isolation that comes with suddenly becoming an unpaid carer for someone you love,” Mayor Flannery said.” ….
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