Caring for someone

Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres

Links and information about Commonwealth Carer Respite Centres, including locations, and programs designed to support and assist relatives and friends caring at home.

Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres are located around Australia to help people find care and support to continue living independently in their own homes. Centres can provide information about community, aged care, disability and other support services. The Centres can also help to arrange respite care when carers need a break, including in-home, emergency and other flexible respite options.

To contact your local Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre, phone Freecall 1800 052 222* during business hours or, for emergency respite support outside standard business hours, phone Freecall 1800 059 059*.

* free call from local phones, mobile calls at mobile rates