There are a range of organisations that provide training, workshops, services, and events to support carers in providing invaluable care to the community.
Carers support
Carer Gateway
Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers.
Services include in-person and online peer support groups, tailored support packages, in-person and phone counselling, in-person and online self-guided coaching, online skills courses and access to emergency respite.
For more information or advice on the supports and services available, contact 1800 422 737 Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm local time, or visit Carers Gateway's website.
Alfred Carers
Alfred Carers are an advisory and support service for unpaid carers located in Melbourne’s south metropolitan region.
Alfred Health Carer Services can help you with information and resources, assist you to identify helpful services in or outside the home and give you some support to manage your own health and wellbeing.
For more information or advice on the supports and services available, contact 1800 512 121 or visit Alfred Health Carer Services' website.
Carers and companion cards
The Victorian Government’s Carer Card and Companion Card programs provide opportunities for discounts and benefits to carers and people with disability.
Carer Card
The Victorian Carer Card recognises the significant contribution carers make to the lives of people they care for and the communities in which they live. Carer Card holders receive various discounts and benefits.
For more information or to apply for the card call 1800 901 958 toll-free or visit the Carer Card website.
Companion Card
The Companion Card is for people with significant and permanent disability who have a lifelong need for a high level of support to participate in community events and activities. The card allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events.
For more information or to apply for the card call 1800 650 611 toll-free or visit the Companion Card website.
What’s on for carers
For more information on events and activities for carers please explore City of Stonnington’s Engaged program and external events run by Alfred Health Carer Support Services.