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Getting help through Carer Gateway

Carer Gateway aims to make your life easier.

By calling Carer Gateway, you will be connected with a new Australia-wide network of Carer Gateway service providers. They will talk through what you need and help you to find local services and support to help you.

Learn about how to access Carer Gateway services

Caring for others and yourself: Carer Wellbeing Survey 2024

Carers Australia and the University of Canberra, on behalf of the Department of Social Services are undertaking a national survey of carers’ wellbeing and use of support services again in 2024.

Taking part in the survey will help us better understand the wellbeing and needs of carers.

Find out more and take the survey.(link is external)

Real Carers Real Stories – In Their Own Words

Meet 10 carers from a diverse range of backgrounds who have agreed to share their story through the Real Carers, Real Stories – In Their Own Words digital photographic exhibition.

Aakriti, Elaine, Faten, Josephine, Leanne, Monira, Nidhi, Robina, Sylvia, and Thuy share with us what a day in the life of a carer is like and how Carer Gateway has supported them.

View the full Real Carers Real Stories – In Their Own Words Digital Exhibition

Am I a carer?

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Anyone can be a carer.

Many people don’t see themselves as carers. They are just children, parents, partners or friends who care for someone close to them.

If you are a carer, you can get help and support from the government and other organisations.

Find out if you are a carer

Real-life stories

Story of a First Nations carer looking after family members with mental illness Real life story - caring for my family with mental illness

Story of a First Nations carer who looked after her husband Real life story - caring for my late husband

Sierra’s story – First Nation carer looking after her mum Sierra’s story - caring for her mum

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Planning for emergencies

Emergencies can happen anytime. If you are a carer, planning for emergencies will help you to cope even when things go wrong.

What is respite

‘Respite’ or ‘respite care’ is when someone else takes care of the person you care for, so that you can have a break. A break can give you time to do everyday activities, deal with stress and look after yourself. When you are a carer, it’s important to regularly take time for yourself to rest and recharge.

At home

As a carer, you help the person you care for with many activities in and around the home. Understanding what you need to do and what help you can get can make your life easier.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Australian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.

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