A Senate Committee report to Federal Parliament into grandparent carers has called for financial and legal support for the often-ignored grandparents raising grandchildren…
The future of support for carers is “highly uncertain” as NSW transitions towards the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), according to a new report…
Not for Profits and carers are being urged to take part in an online survey to assist in the development of the NSW Carers Strategy led by the NSW Department of Family and Community…
The number of older Australians balancing work and unpaid caring is growing and forcing more people to remain in the workforce for longer, a recent report has found.
The…
A new support group program for carers of people with disabilities has been launched in New South Wales.
Carers NSW and the NSW Department of Family and Community Services,…
As many as seven out of 10 people caring for someone living with a mental illness are suffering high levels of mental distress, according to a new report.
The Hunter Institute…
The number of people working with a disability has taken a major backward step- being at its lowest in three years – with many still living below the poverty line, according…
Employers are being encouraged to provide flexible working arrangements for carers by registering for the Federal Government’s Care Aware Workplaces program.…
Almost 90 per cent of Australians who have cared for a spouse or relative with mental health issues reported a harmful impact on their own physical and mental health, according…
Three expert working groups, including disabled people and carers, have been chosen to help design the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
The Federal Government…
The Victorian Coalition Government has introduction new legislation recognising and valuing the role of carers in Victoria.
The Victorian Coalition Government says…
The national peak body representing Australia’s carers has welcomed the establishment of a new government agency to help launch of the new National Disability…