Call the Carer Gateway Contact Centre for support and services 1800 422 737 Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm local time
In an emergency or if someone is in danger Triple Zero 000
If you are in crisis, anxious or depressed and want to talk with someone Lifeline 13 11 14 for anyone
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 for people aged 5 to 25
Call your local Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre if you need emergency respite 1800 052 222 Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
1800 059 059 After hours
Many students also care for someone and this can be hard. The time and energy that caring takes can interfere with your study. This is true for all students, whether you are a young high school student, an older university student or a returning continuing education student.
Working can give you income, satisfaction, interest and contact with other people. It can also give you a break from caring.
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.
As a carer, you’ll often put the needs of the person you care for before your own needs. It’s OK to look after yourself too.