But that doesn’t mean it’s not difficult and lonely at times.

The production is being held as part of Carer’s Week and also served as an opportunity for many to re-connect, after months of isolation.

Ms Cortez-McCall husband was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis in 2008. The condition causes inflammation in the lower spine.

At the start of the pandemic, the family had to lock-down their home to protect themselves against the virus.

“In the beginning we were definitely feeling a little bit worried,” she said.

“More about what it would mean if one of us got it [COVID-19]. We really isolated ourselves … just to be careful. Now I’m just happy that it’s not here.”

Carers Tasmania chief executive David Brennan said many carers had been forced to take on additional responsibilities throughout the pandemic, often foregoing helpful services to protect the ones they care for.

As her husband gets older and his condition more complicated, Ms Cortez-McCall said she had accepted her role as a carer would likely become more challenging.

“We are going to have our 25th wedding anniversary in November, so he is still the same person that I met a long time ago,” she said.

“Caring for him, it’s a part of my life so I have learnt to accept it.

“But not everyone has that. I know a lot of people who care for their families, who need a lot of support.

“We need organisations like this [Carers Tasmania] because it does help connect us all.”