From April 2020, under the Government’s new carer support model, Carers SA will now be the main provider of services for South Australia’s 250,000 unpaid carers. This means Carers SA is your first port of call to provide clarity and calm during this transition.
With over 30 years of experience, we are here to support you and those you care for, now and well into the future.
Carers SA provides carers with a range of support services including
- Carer support planning;
- Practical support packages;
- In-person counselling;
- Peer support and coaching; and
- Emergency respite care.
To learn more about the new government changes please read and watch the below, then contact us on 1800 422 737.
FAQs
What changes have been made to the way that carers access support services?
The Australian Government has changed the way that carer support services are delivered throughout Australia to make it easier for carers to access supports, and ensure they’re tailored to their needs. As well as introducing a range of new online supports for carers, the Government has introduced a new carer support model. This new Australia-wide network of Carer Gateway Service Providers to deliver carer support planning, tailored financial packages, in-person counselling, peer support and coaching and emergency respite care.
Why have these changes been made?
The changes have been introduced following two-years of stakeholder engagement and research, and based on evidence that the best way to help carers is to help them early in their caring role, increase their skills and reduce the strain of caring.
Who is the Carer Gateway Service Provider for South Australia?
Carers SA has been selected as the Carer Gateway Service Provider for South Australia, making it the exclusive provider of carer support services in the state.
What supports can I access through Carers SA as the Carer Gateway Service Provider for South Australia?
Carers SA will provide carers with a range of support services including carer support planning, tailored financial packages, in-person counselling, peer support and coaching and emergency respite care.
How do I access services through Carers SA?
Please register your interest by contacting us through our contact page and we will contact you to make an appointment to undertake a tailored Carer Support Plan.
What happens to my current service provider?
The supports you’ve previously accessed from another service provider are no longer available, and will now be offered by Carers SA.
Please register your interest by contacting us through our contact page, and we will contact you to make an appointment to undertake a tailored Carer Support Plan.
Where will services be available in South Australia?
Carers SA is the exclusive provider of carer support services in South Australia, and will operate throughout metropolitan and regional South Australia. To find a contact in your area visit our contact page.