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Support for carers

Advice for carers seeking support for their wellbeing.


Caring for a disabled family member can be incredibly rewarding but also very challenging. It can be easy to put your own wellbeing aside while you focus on meeting your family member’s needs and helping them live their best life. It is important that you take steps to look after yourself.

Here you will find information and advice to support you through your caring journey, so you can be the best carer you can be. Whether it is encouraging your loved one to be as independent as possible, having a plan to take breaks from caring, or connecting and sharing your experiences with other carers, there are a lot of practical steps you can take to support your own wellbeing. Organisations like Carers New Zealand and Care Matters provide advice and resources for carers.

There is also a variety of financial support options you can look into to help cover the costs that come with caring for a disabled family member. Disability Support Services, Work and Income, and ACC can provide different types of financial support depending on your situation.

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