When you think about being a carer, the reward of giving comes to mind. Yet, this idea is often overtaken by how complex and demanding the role will be. Financial issues facing voluntary caregivers is impacting on the lives.
Out-of-Pocket Costs For Carers
Caregivers Living in the Moment
Voluntary Carers With Debts
Financial Problems for Carers: No Savings
References:
Carers Australia (2015). The economic value of informal care in 2015. https://www.carersnsw.org.au/Assets/Files/Access%20Economics%20Report.pdf
Hill, T., Broady, T. (2019). Understanding the social and emotional needs of carers: Final report (SPRC Report 2/19). Sydney: Social Policy Research Centre, UNSW Sydney. http://doi.org/10.26190/5c59202697201
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