Resources
National Carers Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of Australia's unpaid carers. Whether you're a family caregiver, a professional in the field, or someone interested in supporting caregivers, this page is your one-stop destination for a wealth of information and resources.
Promotional pack
Download our promotional resources and start spreading the word about National Carers Week!
A message from Carers Australia patron His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd). and his wife, Linda Hurley, for National Carers Week 2023.
Message from the Hon Anthony Albanese MP
Explore statistics from the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey.
Share these graphics and help raise the profile of Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers.
Celebrate and support carers with our National Carers Week toolkit.
Spread the word in support of the unpaid carers through your Facebook, Instagram, X (formally Twitter) and / or LinkedIn accounts.
These tiles are ready to share, making it easier than ever to express your gratitude towards carers.
Don’t forget to tag us and use hashtags – #NCW2023 #NationalCarersWeek #CarersSupport #CarersAustralia
Elevate your advocacy statement with these exclusive flyers.
Download, print and share it today with your network at community events to raise awareness and improve the lives of Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers.
Shine a spotlight on care with our captivating website banner.
Add it to your website and let it be a beacon of gratitude during National Carers Week.
Amplify your message of appreciation and acknowledgement for 2.65 million unpaid carers with our striking posters.
These are available in A3 and A4 sizes and are perfect for display during your promotional events, community engagements and around workplaces.
Add this banner to your email signature as a powerful gesture to show your solidarity.
Let your inbox become a platform for spreading awareness and appreciation for Australian carers.
Media Releases
National Carers Week 2023 is a time to recognise and celebrate Australia’s unpaid carers who provide care and support to a family member or friend.
The theme Millions of Reasons to Care, aims to shine a spotlight on the 2.65 million carers around the country who are so frequently left in the shadows of the person they care for.
In a collective show of strength, buildings and monuments across the nation’s states and territories will shine blue throughout the week, celebrating Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers.
Australia’s unpaid carers are twice as likely to have low wellbeing compared to other adults, according to latest figures.
Results of the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey show carers continue to be at high risk of poor wellbeing and health. Of the 5,881 Australian carers surveyed, 58.3% reported low wellbeing, a significant increase from last year’s 52.6%.
Millions of Reasons to Care
This National Carers Week (15 – 21 October 2023), appreciate and acknowledge millions of unpaid carers and their exceptional contribution to the society.
Who is a carer?
This #NationalCarersWeek, we are asking you to use correct terminology when discussing carers.
Carers provide unpaid support and care to family members, friends or people in the community.
This definition does not include disability support workers, aged care workers or other paid carers.
Laws for carers
This #NationalCarersWeek, we are asking for the community to find out more about how carers should be treated.
At some point, we will all know a carer, need a carer or be a carer. There is a law about recognising and supporting carers.
Know more in this video.
Anyone can be a carer
This #NationalCarersWeek, we are asking you to help identify and support carers.
Anyone can become a carer for a loved one, at any time.
There are more than 2.65 million unpaid carers in Australia.
Who is a young carer?
This #NationalCarersWeek, we are asking you to help identify and support young carers.
Watch this video to learn the characteristics of a young carer.
Benefits of employing a carer
This #NationalCarersWeek, we are asking employers to hire and support more carers!
There are heaps of benefits of employing a carer in your workplace. Some of them are –
– more diverse workplaces and workforces
– increased productivity
– improved service delivery
– increased retention (and reduced costs of employee turnover)
– reduced rates of staff stress and absenteeism