We are pleased to welcome Clinical Professor David Blacker AM, MB BS, FRACP as a Fireside Chat Guest Speaker together with his wife Kirsten, at Conference 2026. David Blacker is currently the honorary medical director, and board member of Parkinson’s WA, research advisor to the Perron Institute for neurological and translation science, clinical professor ofRead more
We are delighted to welcome Ros Thomas as our keynote speaker at Conference 2026. In her 35 years of journalism across radio, television, print and publishing, Ros Thomas has reported from newsrooms, bureaus and international crisis zones around the world. She is currently the features writer for The Weekend Australian Magazine specialising in social affairs.Read more
Caring for a family member or friend can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be challenging at times. When you’re balancing caring responsibilities alongside work, family, finances and everyday life, it’s easy to put your own wellbeing last. Over time, the demands of caring can begin to take a toll on your physical, emotional and mental health. When stress builds up and there isn’t enoughRead more
National Carers Week, taking place from 11th to 17th October 2026, is an annual celebration recognising the invaluable contribution of unpaid carers across Australia. Carers WA, as the peak body representing carers in Western Australia, is championing the week by providing Community Activity Grants. Open to not-for-profit organisations and community groups, grants of $500-$800 (excluding GST) are available toRead more
Carers WA respectfully acknowledge that we work on Aboriginal land and pay our respects to community members and elders, past and present. Individuals pictured are models and are used for illustrative purposes only. Carers WA is committed to understanding, embracing and celebrating the rich and multi-dimensional experiences that shape our lives and aims to ensure that everyone who engages with the organisation feels welcome and included. Carers WA welcomes all people irrespective of ethnicity, lifestyle choice, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
Carers WA acknowledges the Wadjuk Noongar Nation’s lands, water, customs, and culture of which the Carers WA Head Office is located. Carers WA recognises our services reach beyond the Perth (Boorloo) region, and so we also acknowledge the cultural diversity of First Nations Peoples across our state and throughout Australia.
Carers WA has qualified for the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission’s Registered Charity Tick, enabling the public to easily identify our organisation as a registered charity and confirming that we are both transparent and accountable.
