Support for carers

On this page you will be able to find information on the support opportunities for individuals who provide care to people in their life.

Carer Gateway

If you look after a person with disability, a medical condition, mental illness, or provide care due to age, Carer Gateway can help. In Banyule, Merri Health provides Carer Gateway, with their nearest location in Preston.
1800 422 737 - the Carer Support phone line

Carers Victoria

Carers Victoria is the leading body for carers and caring families in Victoria.
1800 514 845

There is also the opportunity to join our carer support program. For more information, contact us to speak with our Carer Support Team on 9422 8396 or at carers@banyule.vic.gov.au

Find more opportunities for specific ages

Children (under 12 years)

Little Dreamers

Little Dreamers support children and young people (4 to 25 years). There support spans 5 key areas: education, employment, mental and physical health, social wellbeing and financial literacy.
1800 717 515

Young people (12 to 25 years)

Young Carers Network

Young Carers Network enable young carers (12 to 25 years) to engage with each other through opportunities to share and connect.
(02) 6173 2620

Older adults (over 60 years)

My Aged Care encourages carers to visit the Disability Gateway website or call 1800 643 787 for more information.