18 October, 2022
Engagement with the Disability Royal Commission – Submissions Close 31 December 2022
The Disability Royal Commission (DRC) Community Engagement team has a current focus on Supported Independent Living (SIL)/group homes and is eager to facilitate events/meetings where voices from the NT community are captured about what…
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29 September, 2022
National Carers Week – 2022
National Carers Week is being held from 16-22 October 2022. Why not join in on all the fun at the FREE Family Fun Days being held throughout the NT on Sunday 16 October 2022…
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20 September, 2022
Carers NSW Conference 2022: There is nothing “informal” about carers
Wednesday 12 October 8.30am – 4.00pm An invitation is extended to all carers around Australia to register for this free online conference. It will focus on all issues impacting carers, the use of language…
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21 June, 2022
This is an invitation to participate in a survey for a research project about improving hospital discharge for carers and older adults
Carers NT and Monash University are seeking at least 30 carers of older adults living in the community to take part in a survey for a research project. The research project aims to identify…
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6 June, 2022
National Carer Survey 2022
Help us advocate for carers by telling us what matters to you. This survey is conducted every two years and is for people 16 years and over who are in a caring role. By…
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24 December, 2021
Increase in Carer Allowance from 1 January 2022
Carer Allowance will increase from 1 January 2022 by $4.60 to $136.50 per fortnight. To find out more about accessing the Carer Allowance or other payments. So visit the Carers Australia site and Services…
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24 December, 2021
‘My NDIS’ Mobile App now available
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has launched the ‘my NDIS app’ for self-managing National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. Participants, nominees and child representatives who self-manage their NDIS plan can use the app to view…
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16 December, 2021
Young Carer Network
Caring for another person at a young age is a highly rewarding experience, allowing young carers to gain skills and form meaningful relationships. However, it can have a detrimental impact on a young person’s…
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16 December, 2021
Peer Support
Are you a carer and would like to be able to talk to other carers in similar situations? Carers NT run In Person Peer Support Groups in Darwin, Humpty Doo & Alice Springs. A…
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16 December, 2021
Welcome to our first electronic CONNECT newsletter
A Message from Steve Vitone CEO Keeping in touch is very important, it can help you deal with stresses in life. Having close connections can make you feel included and cared for. Here at…
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9 December, 2021
Looking after your wellbeing during Christmas Season
The festive season can be a fun and exciting time for most of us, however sometimes it can be stressful, busy and can bring about feelings of isolation and sadness… During these times remember…
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12 October, 2021
National Carer Wellbeing Survey – Support for Unpaid Carers
MEDIA RELEASE 12 October 2021 The importance of having access to support for unpaid carers is clear Recent outcomes from a survey conducted by Carers Australia and the University of Canberra has identified that…
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