Carer Support Central Coast has developed a list of sites and contacts that we feel may provide information that is useful and timely to Carers in their Caring role.
Whilst we have taken every care in putting together this information, we can not be responsible for the content.
Commonwealth Carer Respite Centres 1800 059 059
Information & advice on different support options; Help with organising emergency, short term or planned breaks;Assistance with cost of respite if required;Help with bookings for respite in residential facilities; Programs to link carers with other carers.24 hour service in times of crisis or emergency
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Carers NSW & Carer Line 1800 242 636
www.carersnsw.asn.au
An association for Carers; Information & referral; Free Carer Support Kit; Emotional support, Counselling Programs.
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Centrelink 132717
www.centrelink.gov.au
Information on allowances, benefits and services that may be available to Carers
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Working Carers Support Gateway
www.workingcarers.org.au
This website has information to help you manage work, caring and your personal life.
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Surviving The Maze Carers Australia
www.survivingthemaze.org.au/
"Surviving the maze" is a series of approximately 60 information sheets written specifically for people who are caring for an older family member or friend.
Everything from starting caring, to dealing with the hospital system, to being a carer in residential care is covered. You will find answers to the questions you have long wanted to ask — and learn things that you didn't know to ask!
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Commonwealth Carelink Centres 1800 052 222
www.commcarelink.health.gov.au
Information and contacts for Carelink Centres |
NSW Health www.health.nsw.gov.au
NSW Carers Action Plan 2007 - 2012
Information on the department's programs, policies, and services.
The NSW Carers Action Plan outlines the NSW Government’s commitment to carers over the next 5 years.
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Young Carers Project 1800 242 636
www.youngcarersnsw.asn.au
Information and support for young carers, their families & interested others.
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Department of Ageing, Disability & Home Care - DADHC
www.dadhc.nsw.gov.au
Information on services & supports for older people, people with disabilities and carers.
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Aged Care Australia
www.agedcareaustralia.gov.au/
Includes comprehensive information from various sources to help people make informed decisions about aged care options.
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Seniors
www.seniors.gov.au/
Government and non-Government information and services for older Australians
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Department of Families, Community Services &
Indigenous Affairs- FaCSIA
www.facs.gov.au
Information on the department's programs, policies, and services.
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Department of Health & Ageing
Support for Carers Pages
Information on the departments programs, policies and services, with particular information about resources and supports available for carers.
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Interpreter Services for
Central Coast Sector: 1800 674 994
Northern Sydney: 131 450
Face-to-face interpretation; Telephone interpretation; Video-conferencing
Free Service
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Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW – Clearing House
(02) 9891 6400
www.mdaa.org.au/clearing/
Provides information on a range of disabilities and services in several languages. |
