More than 3 million unpaid carers support Australians every day – including over 320,000 in Western Australia. They care for family members and friends with disability, mental health challenges, chronic or terminal illness, an alcohol or other drug issue or who are frail due to age. Carers do this work for free. The State dependsRead more
Youth Week is an ideal time to identify and value groups of young people who are often not recognised, remain hidden and slip through the cracks. One group, most at risk, are young carers, aged under 25 years. The theme for Youth Week WA 2026 is “Strength in Our Stories”. Among the inspiring ambassadors is Joshua Patrick, an 18 year old, young carer, advocate and youthRead more
*This giveaway has now closed, only winners will be notified by email* We’re excited to give you the chance to enjoy the fun and energy of Archie Brothers! At Archie Brothers, you’ll step into a vibrant arcade carnival world filled with games, colour and excitement. From arcade and ticket games with loads of prizes,Read more
It is an exhausting process we put ourselves through each new year to have to set new and life-changing goals #NewYearNewMe, and although setting resolutions can be healthy, some can cause more harm than good when the goals are out of reach. It also doesn’t help that around this time of the year, we areRead more
Christmas can be a difficult time for anyone, including carers. You may really enjoy Christmas but find it tough to celebrate it how you would like. Here are ways to help you manage Christmas anxiety during the festive period. 1.Plan Ahead If You Can Planning your festive schedule in advance can help ease any worriesRead more
Balancing Life and Care Meet Jo, a devoted single mother who has spent the past 17 years caring for her son. Her life is a constant balancing act: managing part-time work while providing full-time care for a child with unique needs, including support with communication, social interaction, and sensory challenges. Being a carer is moreRead more
*This giveaway has now closed, only winners will be notified by email* Your Chance to Make a Splash This Summer! Need a break and some fun in the sun? Carers WA is giving you the chance to win tickets to Outback Splash in Bullsbrook, WA! Picture this…a day filled with thrilling water slides, relaxingRead more
Jo started her journey as a carer when her father, who resided in a remote area with minimal support, could no longer look after himself. Together they made the difficult decision for him to move from his home of many years to live with Jo in Perth where she would become his primary carer. ARead more
*This giveaway has now closed* Is your school supporting young carers — or thinking about starting? Enter for a chance to win 1 of 10 peer support kits designed to help you run a peer group for young carers in your school. Each kit includes printed activities and all the resources you need to getRead more
*This promotion has now closed* Are you ready to enjoy an exclusive experience of the Canning Show 2025 before anyone else, at their ‘Early Openers’ event on Friday 31st October? Thanks to the generosity of the Canning Agricultural, Horticultural and Recreational Society, we are giving carers and their families the chance to register for FREERead 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.
