CHECK OUT THESE ONLINE HELP RESOURCES THAT WILL MAKE YOUR JOB AS CARE-GIVER
JUST A LITTLE EASIER.
In many instances, government assistance is available to you and the one you care for. But, there are forms that you will need to complete in order to access this assistance.
Emergencies can happen anytime. An emergency care plan makes it easy for someone to take over from you in a hurry. It has all the information about the person you care for in one place, so you can get it quickly and easily.
In case of emergencies, download and complete an emergency care card and keep it in your purse or wallet. It notifies anyone that you are a carer and someone can step in to assist if you are injured or unwell.
A Companion Card is available to those who need significant, ongoing help to participate in community activities and attend venues such as cinemas, theme parks etc. It provides 2 tickets (one for the companion/carer) for the price of one.
Disability Parking Permit is very helpful if the one for whom you care has difficulty walking any distance, is unsteady or perhaps tires easily. A form will need to be completed along with a doctor's report.
Home Assist Secure provides home repairs and modification. It's a service for Queenslanders aged 60 years and over, or people of any age with a disability, who can’t undertake or pay for critical home maintenance without assistance.
As a carer, your own health and fitness is important. But it's hard to know which health and advice to trust and how to get started. Grab the Heart Foundation's FREE Personal Walking Plan. You'll be more 'active, healthier and happier in just 6 weeks.'
