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.
Call Carer Gateway for support and services 1800 422 737 Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm 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 Carer Gateway if you need emergency respite 1800 422 737 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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.
Many people don’t see themselves as carers. They are just children, parents, partners, relatives or friends who care for someone close to them.