Work & finance
Caring families often experience financial hardship. It can be difficult to juggle caring with paid work and the extra costs related to illness and disability can be enormous.
On this page...
-
Caring & paid work - your rights
Your right to request flexible working arrangements -
Negotiating flexible work
Tips for negotiating with your employer -
Government benefits
You may be entitled to help with the cost of caring -
Concessions
You may be eligible for discounts on essential goods and services -
Carer and companion cards
Find out how these programs can help your family.