Who cares for Canberra’s 58,000 carers? New plan aims to ease the burden

As reported by Region Canberra · Updated 18 Oct, 01:30 · Archive

Every day, thousands of Canberrans help loved ones get dressed, prepare meals, attend medical appointments or manage complex health conditions. Many juggle these responsibilities with jobs, studies and raising families. Some do not even think of themselves as carers. But while their work allows others to live with dignity and independence, the toll on their […]

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• Who cares for Canberra’s 58,000 carers? New plan aims to ease the burdenEvery day, thousands of Canberrans help loved ones get dressed, prepare meals, attend medical appointments or manage complex health conditions. Many juggle these responsibilities with jobs, studies and raising families. Some do not even think of themselves as carers. But while their work allows others to live with dignity and independence, the toll on their […]Region Canberra · 18 Oct, 01:30