Carer Gateway Victoria - Merri Health

1. About this service

   Young Carer Support

   Who is a young carer?

   A person under 25 years who provides unpaid care and support to a family member, friend or loved one with disability, mental illness, chronic health issue or age-related condition. 1 in 10 young people are young carers. 

    

   Support for young carers

   Young carers often experience significant challenges and we support them to overcome these challenges through providing:

   • Counselling sessions: Talk to a counsellor who specialises in supporting young people.
   • Support package: Funding to support young people to engage in education (and work for carers 18+).
   • Peer support: Merri Health Carer Services works with other organisations to connect young carers with their peers through activities, programs and events.

    Accessing support

   A young person or their guardian can call Carer Gateway or complete a form on the Carer Gateway website. They can also be referred by a service provider via these avenues​.

   
   Click here to make a referral
   
   
   

   1. • Service name

        Carer Gateway Victoria - Merri Health

      • Phone

        1800 422 737

      • Urgency levels

        Direct Help, Some Help

   2. • Website

        www.carergateway.gov.au

      • Last update

        16/01/2023

   1. • Service type

        INDIVIDUAL

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