Support for carers

A carer is a person who provides unpaid care and support to a family member or friend with a disability, an illness, or an older person in need of assistance.

Linking in with other carers can be a wonderful support. No one understands the highs and lows of the caring role better than someone in that role. Some of our carers have formed lifetime friendships from group activities where they have met other carers who understand what you are going through.

BrainLink is funded to deliver a Carer Support Program for individuals who care for someone with a brain injury or degenerative neurological condition. Our carer support team is equipped to guide you through your personal journey.

The program is free to join, and all activities are provided at no cost. Joining our program will not affect any government payments you may currently receive.

We support carers on their journey, with free services such as:

To register for the BrainLink Carer Support Program you need to be:

• An unpaid carer, caring for a person with a brain injury or degenerative neurological condition
• Living in Metropolitan Melbourne or the Regional areas of Hume or Gippsland
• The person you care for lives in Victoria.
• You are not currently registered and accessing carer support services through another service provider.  

If you’re unsure if you are eligible please ring the Carer Support Team on 0498 333 088.

Call us on 1800 677 579, email carers@brainlink.org.au or submit an enquiry to request a call back from our team.

Complete the registration form online or download the registration form below. Our team can also assist you in completing the form over the phone or via email following an initial conversation.

Once your registration is approved, you are welcomed to the BrainLink carer community and are eligible to attend our regular events.