It’s National #CarersWeek2024 (13-19 October), and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate Australia's 3 million carers! 🤩🎉 #ShowThemYouCare and check out our free resources and ways you can get involved: carersqld.info/4dQaQl4

Meet Melanie, an inspiring mum and carer to her three sons who have Autism, ADHD and anxiety. This #CarersWeek join us in celebrating Australia’s 3 million unpaid carers and #ShowThemYouCare 👉 carersqld.info/487R2Z2

We’re excited to release the results of the 2024 Carer Wellbeing Survey 👉 carersaustralia.com.au/carer-wellbein… One way you can show your support to a carer is to check in with them regularly. Visit us for more 📲 carersweek.com.au #ShowThemYouCare #NationalCarersWeek #CarersAustralia

Stephanie’s journey as a carer began 10 yrs ago when her daughter Dakota was born. This #CarersWeek, she wants others to show their support by becoming more inclusive of carers in the community. Her story- carersqld.info/3NoZKsx #ShowThemYouCare #MillionsOfReasonsToCare

Meet Carolin, her days are filled with managing the intricate needs of her children with autism, anxiety, and ADHD. She reached out to Carers Queensland for support. As a culturally and linguistically diverse carer, Carolin is now part of our a Carer Representative Group.🫶

As National Carers Week comes to an end, we want to send a huge thank you to everyone who joined our campaign. Your support has been incredible, shining a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of unpaid carers. #CarersWeek2024 #MillionsOfReasonsToCare #ShowThemYouCare

Meet Vicki🫶 She is one of our Carer Representatives and full-time carer to her partner. In recent years, Vikki has suffered from carers' burnout but reached out to Carers Queensland and found the help she needed to support her own wellbeing.

National Carers Week has wrapped up, but the stories of Australia's 3 million unpaid carers remain vital. In our latest podcast episode, we hear from two mothers sharing their experiences of caring for children with disabilities. Listen here👇 carersqld.info/3NvNRB4

Are you supporting a young person with an eating disorder? New research aims to identify strengths and challenges that exist for carers, so that adaptations or additional supports to treatment may be identified and tested. Take the survey👉 carersqld.info/3Aiw7pL

The draft National Carer Strategy is now open for public consultation. Help shape the strategy by completing the online questionnaire or lodging a submission👉 carersqld.info/3NBxnaD

Caring for a loved one is important work.  Some days caring brings great joy, but some days it can be lonely or a little overwhelming. If you need to talk to someone, Carer Gateway Counselling service is free for carers. 👉carersqld.info/3BUM8To

It’s the perfect time to join our North Lakes team as a local area coordinator (LAC) ✨ As an LAC you are passionate about driving inclusive change. Applications close on Monday 28 October. Apply today👉 carersqld.info/3Yns7MZ

Alex and Joe’s currency with each other is mischief, and their learnings and escapades as besties with Down syndrome and autism have inspired a series of enlightening books. 👉carersqld.info/4hfNXdX

Our Clinical Education event underway with speakers from Carers Queensland Mater and others to learn about ways to support refugee background people with disabilities and access #ndis event supported by Brisbane South PHN Brisbane North PHN

The draft National Carer Strategy is now open for public consultation. Help shape the strategy by completing the online questionnaire or lodging a submission👉 carersqld.info/4fkbGYw

Applications for the Young Carer Bursary are open! 📝📚 The bursary is a great financial support for young carers aged 12 to 25 to keep studying while caring for someone.🫶 Apply before 22 November👉 carersqld.info/3C4cLp3

It’s rare that carers can find the time and resources to appropriately support themselves, even when it matters the most. Check out "A Guide to Self-Care for Caregivers" and discover essential tips to nurture your physical, emotional, and social health. carersqld.info/3NOunIe

A first-of-its kind program for mature-aged, unpaid carers is having positive impacts on participants. carersqld.info/4hwYHo7

For caregivers, flexible work arrangements, inclusive leave policies, and targeted support are not just "nice to have" but essential for thriving in the workplace. carersqld.info/4ei7cAC

Are you supporting a young person with an eating disorder? New research aims to identify strengths and challenges that exist for carers, so that adaptations or additional supports to treatment may be identified and tested. Take the survey👉 carersqld.info/49Z6CHm