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Support for Carers Welcomed

7 December 2023 – 193.37 KB

A recommendation for foundational support for carers of people with a disability has been welcomed by Carers Australia. The recommendation in today’s long-awaited NDIS Review Final Report includes navigation support, information and capacity building for individuals, families, and communities. This shows an acknowledgement of the important role carers have in the lives of people with disability and as part of the care economy.

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Investment for Australia’s Carers

19 October 2023 – 110.07 KB

Carers Australia welcomes today’s announcement to increase support for Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers. The $3.8 million investment in a National Carers Strategy will provide a coordinated carer policy, removing geographical and agency boundaries for carers. It comes as Carers Australia launches its Carer-Inclusive Workplace Initiative aimed at creating a more inclusive, supportive workplace for Australian’s who provide unpaid care in the community.

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Celebrate National Carers Week

12 October 2023 – 109.47 KB

National Carers Week 2023 is a time to recognise and celebrate Australia’s unpaid carers who provide care and support to a family member or friend. The theme Millions of Reasons to Care, aims to shine a spotlight on the 2.65 million carers around the country who are so frequently left in the shadows of the person they care for. Carers need the ongoing support of all Australians – from government to businesses, classrooms to families, and medical professionals to communities. National Carers Week will run from Sunday, October 15, to Saturday, October 21.

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Carers With Low Wellbeing Hits All-Time High

10 October 2023 – 113.48 KB

Australia’s unpaid carers are twice as likely to have low wellbeing compared to other adults, according to the latest figures. Results of the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey show carers continue to be at high risk of poor wellbeing and health. Of the 5,881 Australian carers surveyed, 58.3% reported low wellbeing, a significant increase from last year’s 52.6%.

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Lighting up Australia for Carers

9 October 2023 – 199.37 KB

Landmarks across Australia will be lighting up to celebrate National Carers Week. In a collective show of strength, buildings and monuments across the nation’s states and territories will shine blue throughout the week, celebrating Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers.

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No long-term unpaid leave for carers of older people

22 September 2023 – 169.68 KB

Carers Australia is frustrated by the Productivity Commission’s reluctance to prioritise the needs of carers in recommendations arising from its Carer Leave Inquiry. As the Peak Body for Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers, we argued throughout the Commission’s Inquiry for carers of older people to be entitled to long-term carer leave. This would allow carers to take an extended time off work to adjust to a new intensive caring situation, all while keeping their position in the workplace. The Commission is not supporting this recommendation.

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Don’t Leave Unpaid Carers Behind

24 August 2023 – 166.99 KB

Carers Australia is calling on the government to act now to ensure Australia's carers are not left behind. The call is in response to the Intergenerational Report released today which predicts Australia's care economy will nearly double in the next 40 years.

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$6M GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR AUSTRALIA’S YOUTH

4 July 2023 – 43.73 KB

Australia’s most vulnerable are grappling with cost of living pressures that are affecting families and the country’s young people. As families seek to minimise costs, more young people are taking up a carer role for friends and family. The $6 million Commonwealth Government grant provides added financial aid and support young people to continue their educational journey while they provide unpaid care to family and friends.

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Recognition of unpaid carers finally in the spotlight

15 June 2023 – 139.28 KB

Carers Australia applauds the announcement of an Inquiry into the recognition of unpaid carers by the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs.

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Federal Budget 2023: There is no ‘stronger foundation’ without carers

10 May 2023 – 176.54 KB

Carers Australia welcomes the Federal Budget focus on healthcare and cost-of-living relief but urges the Australian Government not to lose sight of the needs of Australia’s unpaid carers.

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Welcome additional support for young carers undertaking study

24 April 2023 – 181.46 KB

Carers Australia welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement of nearly $10 million of increased funding to support young carers to continue their education. Auspiced by Carers Australia, the Young Carer Bursary Program offers financial assistance to carers aged 12 to 25 to help with educational needs and resources and reduce their need to undertake paid work at the same time as their study and caring duties.

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Let’s #EmbraceEquity for carers this International Women’s Day

8 March 2023 – 195.33 KB

“Every day, carers do unpaid work that is essential to our society and our economy. The majority of the carers fulfilling this work are women.” said Alison Brook, Carers Australia CEO. “They do not need to be facing additional disadvantage for undertaking this vital role.”