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Carer Support

If you care for someone, we’re here for you.

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As a carer, you’re a bit of a hero.

What you do on a daily basis, while rewarding, is definitely challenging. That’s where we come in.

Our support program is designed especially for you. It’s a chance for you to take a break and enjoy some time for yourself.

Every carer’s needs are a little bit different, and it’s easy to get lost when trying to understand your options.

Our Case Managers take the time to understand your stressors and identify what support services are right for you. We also check in from time-to-time, making sure that as your needs change, so too does our support.

Download the Carer Support brochure

Support for Young Carers

Explore tailored support and resources designed around the emotional, social and physical wellbeing of young carers.

Learn more

Our Carer Support Services

When we say we’re here to support you as a carer, we mean it. That’s why we’re also your advocate.

For more help and advice on carer support, visit Carer Gateway, an Australian Government initiative.

Personal care and home care services, like meal preparation and gardening.

Referrals to long term support services.

Flexible respite in your own home or out in the community.

Support in an unexpected situation.

Goods and equipment as well as education and information.

Social groups, special events and wellbeing activities.

Refer a carer

If you are looking to refer someone to our program, please fill in our Carers Support Referral Form and email it to hello@vmch.com.au.

Download Carers Support Referral Form

See one of our Carer Events in action

Taking time for yourself can be difficult when you're a carer. VMCH's carer events offer a chance to connect with others who understand, enjoy new experiences and take a break from the everyday responsibilities of caring.

Browse our Carer Events

Meet Buena and Ahneil

Buena, a dedicated mother to 11-year-old Ahneil who has Down Syndrome, found herself struggling with burnout.

Discover how VMCH Carer Support services provided Buena with the essential respite she needed to prioritise her own wellbeing.

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Meet Ngaire and Alan

Ngaire became the primary caregiver for her husband Alan after he suffered a spinal stroke.

Uncertain about how to manage his care, Ngaire received valuable support when a social worker recognised her struggles and suggested she call VMCH Carer Support.

So, how can you join us?

We’re here for people across Victoria* and care for someone with care needs including:

Mental illness
Dementia
Disability
Chronic condition or illness
Older people with care needs
People in palliative care

*except for Wellington and East Gippsland.

Download the Carer Support Brochure

Visit Carer Gateway

VMCH acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government.