Carers can access a range of support service, financial assistance and benefits to help ease the cost of caregiving. This includes discounts from businesses and government programs designed specifically for carers.
If you need help understanding or accessing these benefits, please contact the Carer Advisory Service on 1800 514 845 (Monday to Friday 9 am - 5pm) or complete the enquiry form.
An income support payment if you give constant care to someone who has a severe disability, illness, or an adult who is frail and old.
An annual payment if you have caring responsibilities and get certain carer or Department of Veterans’ Affairs payments.
A one-off payment if your child under seven gets a severe illness or has a major disability.
Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers.
My Aged Care is your starting point for accessing Australian Government-funded aged care services.
When you join Carers Victoria, you’ll receive either a digital or physical membership card with your member ID.
The Seniors Card program acknowledges and celebrates the contribution seniors have made and continue to make to our communities and the State of Victoria.
The Mental Health Carer Support Fund is funded by the Victorian Government and administered by Tandem, for the benefit of people in a caring relationship with a person who is receiving services from one of the Victorian Area Mental Health Services.
