Caring for others

At some point during our lives, we will most likely need some type of care or support and many of us will become carers.

Are you a carer or helping someone out?

Carers are everyday people who provide unpaid and ongoing care and support to someone they know who has a disability, mental illness, drug or alcohol dependency, chronic condition, end-of-life-health or who is frail.

Support for carers

Carer Gateway is a national online and phone service that provides practical information and useful resources for carers. Search the Carer Gateway website, call 1800 422 737 or use their interactive service finder to locate your nearest carer support services.

Carers Australia and the Network of Carer Associations can also provide information on counselling, support groups and ways to connect with other carers:

Respite care

Caring for someone can be physically and emotionally exhausting, but regular breaks can help relieve stress. Find out about respite care here.

What is Medicare?

Medicare is a national insurance scheme that provides free or subsidised healthcare for Australians Learn more about how it works and who's eligible.

Aged care services

As you get older you may need extra help managing everyday activities. There are many different types of aged care services , as well as respite servi...

Caring for someone with a mental illness

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