• Do you regularly look after a family member or friend who is ill or has a disability?
• Do your caring responsibilities affect your ability to work, study or socialise?
• Are you looking for some support to make your life easier?
If you answered yes to any of these questions then the Carer Gateway can help you. When you are a carer, it’s important to take time for yourself to rest and recharge.
Carer Gateway is the Australian Government’s national carer hub providing reliable services, supports and advice specifically for carers.
Services and supports include carer support & planning, counselling, In Person Peer Support, carer coaching, carer skills courses, and access to emergency & planned respite.
Carer Gateway is the best place to start to help you navigate the many services and supports available for carers through Federal, State and local government and non-government providers.
Each caring situation is unique and we encourage you to reach out to the Carer Gateway to help you get the support and skills you need for your caring journey.
Carer Gateway offers a national website at www.carergateway.gov.au or you can phone 1800 422 737. Familycare Shepparton are the local provider of Carer Gateway services. They can be contacted via email jwatts@familycare.net.au or by calling 5823 7081 for more information.
