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Who are carers?
A carer is any individual who provides care and support to a family member or friend who has a disability, mental illness, drug or alcohol dependency, chronic condition, terminal illness or who is frail due to age.
Carers should not have to carry the responsibilities of caring alone. There are support services available for carers living in NSW.
Click on the links below to find out more about:
Carer Payment
A payment if you give constant care to someone with disability or a medical condition, or an adult who’s frail aged.
This payment can help you if you provide constant care to someone who needs care for at least 6 months. This payment is also if you’re caring for someone at the end of their life.
You can care for one or more people, in their home. If you care for more than one person, read about caring for multiple people.
The amount of Carer Payment you get depends on your personal circumstances. This includes any income you or your partner get from employment. Carer Payment is taxable if you or the person you care for are Age Pension age.
You may still get Carer Payment if you take time away from caring. Read more about how to keep your payment when taking time away from caring.
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