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Carers

Carers play an invaluable role in the community. More than 2.6 million Australians provide help and support to a family member or friend. 

An older woman smiles at a woman sitting beside her, who has placed a friendly hand on her shoulder. The other woman's face is not visible in the photo.

Carers don’t fit a mould; they come from all walks of life, all cultures and all religions. Some are just 10 years old while others are nearing 90. They may be spouses, parents, sons or daughters, siblings, friends, nieces or nephews or neighbours.

It is important for carers to keep in touch with the services, activities and people in their neighbourhood.

Programs for carers

The City of Melbourne offer carers a range of programs and events including:

  • information sessions about health and wellbeing
  • monthly walking group and morning tea
  • exercise programs (open to general community)
  • monthly emails with information and resources

To join any of these programs or to find out more, contact healthyageing@melbourne.vic.gov.au or call 9658 9190. You can also visit Programs and events or download the Out and About Guide to find out what's on.

our acknowledgement

  • Torres Strait Islander Flag
  • Aboriginal People Flag

The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. 

 

We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.