Courtney looks after her mum, who has multiple sclerosis. She knows that carers need their own support, so they can continue to support the person they care for.

For whatever reason, at some time you might not be able to continue to look after the person you care for.

Carers of veterans face a range of different stresses and pressures. If you care for a veteran, you can use the same supports and resources as other carers.

Explore our 10 tips about what you can do to make life easier if you are a carer looking after your sibling.

If you care for a child, both you and the person you care for will face new issues as they grow up and become more independent.

Explore our 10 tips about what you can do to make life easier if you are a carer and a parent.

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.

There are many organisations that can provide supports, services and payments for the person you care for.

Browse a list of organisations to see what payments and services are available.