Facts about caring
Over 700,000 Victorians provide unpaid care and support to a family member or friend who needs help because of illness, disability or frail age.
Facts about caring
Over 700,000 Victorians provide unpaid care and support to a family member or friend who needs help because of illness, disability or frail age.
Most of us will need care and support at some point in our lives and many of us will become carers.
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Who are carers?
Someone you know may be a carerWho are carers?
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Impact of caring
Caring changes lives in significant waysImpact of caring
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Anyone, anytime
Chances are everybody knows at least one carer.Anyone, anytime
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National carer initiatives
Australia's commitments to caring familiesNational carer initiatives
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The Victorian Carers Recognition Act
The Carers Recognition Act 2012 formally recognises and values the role of carers and the importance of care relationships in the Victorian community.The Victorian Carers Recognition Act
The Carers Recognition Act 2012 formally recognises and values the role of carers and the importance of care relationships in the Victorian community.