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This government programme is designed to support and assist relatives and friends caring for friends and relatives who for reasons of illness, frailty and/or disability are unable to care for themselves. Carer source Centres have been established to act as a centralised contact point to improve carers' ability to gain access to information and advice.
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(1 supplier)For information contact AT Aust on 1300 452 679
The Carer Resource Centres aim to:
. Improve carers' access to a wider range of information which is more
reliable and relevant;
. Improve access to available services and assistance, particularly respite care services;
. Ensure services are more appropriate to the needs of carers and those they care for;
. Improve carers' capacity to undertake their caring role;
. Increase appropriate use of volunteers for carer support;
. Enhance recognition and awareness of carers' role and needs among service providers and agencies, groups, health professionals and organisations.
The Carer Resource Centres provide connections with a national network of 56 Carer Respite Centres established to improve access to assistance when carers need to take a break from caring in an emergency or on a regular basis.
Carers NSW also publishes a monthly newsletter.
Provides a free "Carer's Support Kit" on becoming a member.
The Carer Resource Centres aim to:
. Improve carers' access to a wider range of information which is more
reliable and relevant;
. Improve access to available services and assistance, particularly respite care services;
. Ensure services are more appropriate to the needs of carers and those they care for;
. Improve carers' capacity to undertake their caring role;
. Increase appropriate use of volunteers for carer support;
. Enhance recognition and awareness of carers' role and needs among service providers and agencies, groups, health professionals and organisations.
The Carer Resource Centres provide connections with a national network of 56 Carer Respite Centres established to improve access to assistance when carers need to take a break from caring in an emergency or on a regular basis.
Carers NSW also publishes a monthly newsletter.
Provides a free "Carer's Support Kit" on becoming a member.
Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre New South Wales (ILCNSW), operating as Assistive Technology Australia, is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILCNSW (Assistive Technology Australia) for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
| Supplier | Location | Contact | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carers NSW | Sydney, NSW, Australia | Sales: 02 9280 4744 Fax: 02 9280 4755 Toll Free: 1800 242 636 (Resource Centre) | Visit Website |
Assistive Technology Australia
(Independent Living Centre NSW)
Shop 4019 Westpoint Blacktown
17 Patrick Street
Blacktown
NSW 2148
Australia
Shop 4019
Level 4 (Rooftop)
Westpoint Shopping Centre Blacktown
Enter car park via express ramp at the Alpha St roundabout (Map)
1300 452 679
02 9912 5800 (Reception)
02 8814 9656 (Fax)
Email: welcome@at-aust.org
Feedback:feedback@at-aust.org
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