Carers SA

09/03/2026

Monday Myth Buster #3🧐
Find out more how Carers SA can support you in your caring role.
https://www.carerssa.com.au/

08/03/2026

It’s International Women’s Day. Among the 3 million carers in Australia, it is women who take on more of the carer responsibilities.

While caring is an act of love, commitment and strength, the figures show it also comes at a cost. Carers experience poorer emotional, physical and financial wellbeing, and face long-term economic insecurity because of their caring role.

Carer equity is gender equity.

This International Women’s Day, we recognise the millions of women caring for a family member and/or friend. Your caring contribution sustains health, aged care, education and disability systems. Australia would not function if not for carers.

Carers need greater recognition and practical support to participate in family, social, community, employment and education opportunities.

Find out more about how Carers Australia advocates for changes to policies, systems and services that affect carers.

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06/03/2026

💜 This International Women’s Day we celebrate the unwavering dedication of women Carers in the community.

7 out of 10 primary Carers are women. Many of these women face added challenges in accessing opportunities and maintaining their wellbeing and financial security due to their caring responsibilities.

To all the women giving so much of themselves, you are seen, appreciated, and celebrated. 💜

To find out more how Carers SA can support you in your caring role visit www.carerssa.com.au

06/03/2026

We were proud to join the Australian Migrant Resource Centre (AMRC) for their International Women’s Day Forum, “One Community, Many Strengths.”

Our CEO Julia Overton and Executive Manager Helen Brown were among more than 180 women from diverse communities, including unpaid Carers, who came together to celebrate the strength, resilience and leadership of women from migrant and refugee backgrounds.

It was an inspiring day of stories, connection and recognition of the important contributions women make to our communities every day.

Thank you to AMRC for bringing so many women together and for hosting such a meaningful event

05/03/2026

Let us know about the support you need.
Your feedback helps inform changes to improve carer outcomes.
Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/Carer2026

Survey participants can enter a draw to win a gift card.

04/03/2026

Three weeks out from the election and we’re still campaigning strong for Carers.

We had a great meeting with Tammy Franks MLC to talk about what Carers are telling us they need, real recognition, practical support, and investment in services that make everyday life easier.

Our conversations focused on how we can better support Carers across our community.

We welcome her strong commitment to continuing to listen to Carers and advocate for the supports and recognition they deserve.

To find out more about our election asks please visit https://www.carerssa.com.au/whats-happening/time-to-care-make-carers-count/

04/03/2026

Your voice is crucial to improving support.
Share your journey to strengthen advocacy.
Take the survey here: https://bit.ly/Carer2026

Survey participants can enter a draw to win a gift card.

03/03/2026

The Aboriginal Carer Collective recently came together to connect, yarn and share their experiences and insights about the issues that impact Aboriginal Carers in our community.

It was another great opportunity to listen, learn and strengthen connections.

Pictured here are members of the Carers SA Aboriginal Community Team alongside Collective members.

02/03/2026

Monday Myth Buster #2 🧐
Find out more how Carers SA can support you in your caring role.
https://www.carerssa.com.au/

We offer a wide range of personalised services, packages and information to support Carers from all backgrounds and cultures at no cost to you. Carers SA is here for you.

02/03/2026

✨ A massive congratulations to Our CEO, Julia Overton, who has appeared in The Advertiser's 2026 Top 1000 Most Influential People in South Australia!

In the short time Julia has been with Carers SA, she has demonstrated a strong and unwavering commitment to creating better outcomes for Carers across South Australia. This dedication is reflected in her recognition on this important list, highlighting the meaningful impact she has already made.

Congratulations again, Julia a truly well-deserved honour.✨

27/02/2026

Severe Weather Response – Statewide 🌧️

Due to high rainfall, storms and potential flooding in some regions forecast, a statewide Severe Weather Response has been activated for people sleeping rough from Friday 27 February 2026 to Sunday 1 March 2026 inclusive.

Additional support for people sleeping rough may include:
• increased hours, staffing and street outreach
• practical help like clothes, blankets, water, food, and sunscreen
• safe places where people can rest during the day and get out of extreme weather.

In the following regions, overnight accommodation or shelter under this Extreme Weather Response may be available:
• North West Pastoral
• North East Pastoral
• Flinders

For more information, visit https://sa.gov.au/homelessness-support
Call Homeless Connect SA on 1800 003 308 (24 hours, 7 days) to find out what additional support may be available.

26/02/2026

Great to attend the Ageing Well Networking Evening hosted by Thorne Harbour SA Health 🌈

We heard powerful heart warming stories from Rainbow Connection Program participants and volunteers.
The short film featuring people living with HIV sharing their stories was a reminder that ageing well means being seen, respected and supported at every stage of life. 💜