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Disabled Rutherglen woman welcomes extra Covid-19 carer payment

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A Rutherglen woman who has disabilities and is cared for by her devoted husband wept with relief when she learned that he’s among nearly 6000 carers across South Lanarkshire who’ll benefit from a one-off, extra payment during the coronavirus crisis.Colette Boyd, 43, survived two strokes in her early 20s, resulting in partial paralysis down one side and cognitive problems.Since they married 10 years ago, Colette – who struggles with anxiety and depression – has been cared for by her husband, Pete, 53.For eight years, Pete combined caring for his wife with his career as a care home worker.But when Colette’s challenges became more acute, he didn’t hesitate in becoming her full-time carer.Pete is among 5745 unpaid carers in South Lanarkshire

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