Marcin Filak from Meath has been named as Ireland's Carer of the Year.
30 people, including 4 young carers, were recognised at a ceremony held by Family Carer's Ireland.
Marcin Filak from County Meath has been named as the National Carer of the Year by Family Carer’s Ireland. Marcin cares for his wife Ola who has locked-in syndrome pic.twitter.com/6XdwLCVdvg
— Andrew Lowth (@AndrewLowth1) November 22, 2019
Marcin cares for his wife Ola, who had a catastrophic stroke two years ago, resulting in locked in syndrome.
Mr Filak quit his job to become her full-time carer, as well as looking after their two children.
One young carer from each province was also recognised for the care they give to a family member.
The youngest was 11-year-old Hailey Golden, who helps her parents look after her three brothers who have special needs.
Hailey says her parents are some times under a lot of stress, so she would help by helping to feed and dress her brother.
