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Carer Gateway

Carer Gateway is an Australian Government website and phone service for carers. If you care for a family member or friend, Carer Gateway can help you find and access support services, practical advice, and free coaching. It can also connect you to a community of other carers.
Category External website

FAQ: Respite care and carers

If you're a carer or an older person receiving care, browse this page for some commonly asked questions about getting and giving support, including respite care.
Category Frequently Asked Questions
Date last updated 28 Jul 2020

Celebrating National Carers Week 2021

The week of 10-16 October is National Carers Week, to celebrate and recognise the 2.65 million Australians who provide care and support for a family member or friend.
Category News
Date last updated 12 Oct 2021

Caring for someone living with dementia

There are many services available to support you if you are caring for someone with dementia. This includes carer support groups and carer respite.
Category General information
Date last updated 24 Sep 2020

Caring for someone in an aged care home

You can still care for the person you have been looking after once they move into an aged care home. We have information and tips to support you in your carer role.
Category General information
Date last updated 24 Sep 2020

Caring for someone at the end of their life

Caring for someone at the end of their life can take a huge toll on you as a carer. There are services that can provide extra help at this time, like respite care.
Category General information
Date last updated 30 Jun 2022

Caring for someone

Caring for an older person can be challenging, emotionally and physically, but it can also be a rewarding experience. There are many services designed to support you.
Category General information
Date last updated 21 Jan 2021

Caring for someone with a disability

When caring for someone with a disability, support from family, friends and the community is important. There are services to help you and the person you are supporting.
Category General information
Date last updated 10 Feb 2021

Caring for someone with a chronic disease

When caring for someone with a chronic disease, finding out all you can about their condition can help. There are many online resources that can help support you.
Category General information
Date last updated 22 Sep 2020

Caring for someone with incontinence

Learn what to expect and how to manage certain situations when caring for someone with incontinence. Receive support, and discover resources and services which can help.
Category General information
Date last updated 22 Sep 2020

Respite care

For older Australians that need support, either planned or unplanned, respite care can offer you and your carer a break for a short period of time.
Category Program
Date last updated 20 Jan 2022

Caring for someone with a mental health condition

Discover what resources and support is available in caring for someone with a mental health condition - both for you and the person you care for.
Category General information
Date last updated 22 Sep 2020

Caring for someone at home

There are services available to support you when you are caring for an older person at home - include counselling, information, and advocacy.
Category General information
Date last updated 22 Sep 2020

New dementia support pilot launched

A new online tool, My Dementia Companion, is available to support family, friends and carers of people living with dementia. Initially, this is running as a six-week pilot.
Category News
Date last updated 02 Sep 2020

Support for financially disadvantaged people

The Australian Government subsidises a range of aged care services so that all older people have fair access to care, regardless of their financial situation.
Category General information
Date last updated 23 Sep 2020

Disability Gateway now live

The Department of Social Services has launched a new service for Australians living with disability, their families and carers, to find and access trusted disability support information and services.
Category News
Date last updated 10 Feb 2021

Caring for someone with hearing, vision and oral health difficulties

If you are caring for someone experiencing hearing, vision or oral health difficulties, there are many services that can help.
Category General information
Date last updated 22 Sep 2020

Webinar: The Ageing Mosaic – First Nations Communities

The Older Person’s Advocacy Group is hosting a webinar to help older First Nations Australians, their families and carers with strategies to age well.
Category News
Date last updated 15 Nov 2021

Dementia Australia

Dementia Australia is an invaluable resource for people living dementia, their families, and carers. The website provides information about all types of dementia and what help is available. It can also connect you with specialised dementia support in your local region.
Category External website

Centrelink

Centrelink delivers a range of payments and services to support Australians. The Centrelink website outlines financial support available for people such as older Australians, carers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people living in rural and remote areas.
Category External website