Disability, Seniors and Carers

Disability, Seniors and Carers

Disability, Seniors and Carers is Queensland's main government contact point for carers' issues. It has a key role in assisting Queensland Government departments and statutory authorities to ensure their employees have awareness and understanding of the Government's carers' policies. They can be contacted on:

Email: officeforcarers@communities.qld.gov.au

Postal address: Disability, Seniors and Carers, Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety, GPO Box 806 BRISBANE  QLD  4001

If you need information about direct supports and services for carers, you can contact:

Phone: 13 QGOV (13 74 68) (toll-free within Australia)

TTY: (07) 3896 3471; 1800 010 222

Support for carers

Disability Online, the Queensland Government's portal for people with a disability, as well as their carers, friends and family, has information about services that support carers. You can visit the Disability Online website, and find out about:

• who is a carer and where carers can find help
• financial support for carers
• getting some help with disability support, home and vehicle modifications and aids and equipment
• organising a Companion Card or Carer Business Discount Card
• legal issues for carers
• planning for the future.