Legal matters
As a carer, you have legal rights about your role and how you should be treated. You may also need to manage the legal affairs of the person you care for.
1800 422 737
Carer Gateway
Call Carer Gateway for support and services. Select option 1 to speak with your local service provider.
1800 422 737 Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm local time
Emergency
In an emergency or if someone is in danger Triple Zero 000
Need to talk?
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
Emergency respite
If you suddenly find you can’t provide care, for example if you become ill or injured, call Carer Gateway for help with accessing emergency respite.
1800 422 737 24 hours a day, 7 days a week