Useful links for Carers: Please note that these links may be subject to change over time. Australian Government My Aged Care Commonwealth Respite & Carelink Centres Payments for Carers Child Disability Assistance Payment Age Pension Choosing betw [...]
Support Options Support Options Available Whilst taking on the role of being a full-time Carer for someone can be very rewarding, it can sometimes result in feelings of loneliness and isolation. It may be difficult for you to go outside the home to s [...]
Caring Role at Home Providing care for a person at home can mean assisting with a variety of day-to-day activities including, feeding, bathing and dressing, managing medications and arranging or providing transport. You may also have additional respo [...]
Support for Carers Support Options Available Whilst taking on the role of being a full-time Carer for someone can be very rewarding, it can sometimes result in feelings of loneliness and isolation. It may be difficult for you to go outside the home t [...]
Carers’ Payments Carers may be eligible for payments designed to help them meet the costs of caring. There are also programs that provide support for the person in their care. Payments come from the government sector, and others from the non-governme [...]
Carers’ Legal Rights There are Federal, State and Territory laws and policies that provide legal protection for you and the person you provide care for. As an unpaid Carer, it is important to know your legal rights. The Australian Government has crea [...]
Getting Started Guide to Becoming a Carer The path that leads us to becoming a Carer is different for everyone. It may be that a family member or friend needs help urgently – for example if they’ve had an accident, stroke or sudden illness. Alternati [...]
The decision to spend special time with a deceased loved one gives the opportunity to see them in a peaceful state to say your final goodbyes. People sometimes have difficulty making a decision regarding a viewing of the deceased as they are experien [...]
When planning a funeral, you will have to discuss difficult subjects at a time when you may be experiencing feelings of sadness and loss. Funeral directors play a critical role in planning and carrying out a funeral service, in accordance with your i [...]
The death of a child is the most devastating loss. It is not the natural order of life for a child to die before their parents, and no parent is prepared for their child’s death. The shock and disbelief can be overwhelming, particularly if the death [...]
