Carers - An Information Booklet

The Carers Booklet is a comprehensive and inclusive guide for carers. The resource is available to download or hard copies can be obtained from the Carer Program Coordinators. The booklet contains information on:

• The NSW Carers Recognition Act (2010)
• Who is a Carer
• Feelings
• Looking After Yourself
• Money Matters
• Planning for the Future
• Help at Home and In the Community
• Taking a Break
• Carers Guide to the Hospital and Community Health Services
• Patient Information and Privacy
• Feedback
• Useful Contacts
• Carer Information Booklet

Carer Stories Video

Five carers talk about their health care experiences, the important role they play in Health as partners in care and the impact caring has had on their lives.

The video has been produced by the ISLHD Carers Program, Ambulatory and Primary Health Care