National Carers Week

National Carers Week, dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating carers in Australia, was held from Sunday 11 to Saturday 17 October 2026.

National Carers Week is about recognising and celebrating the outstanding contribution family and friend carers make to our nation.

There are over 3 million carers in Australia providing care and support to a family member or friend who has a disability, mental illness, alcohol or drug dependency, long term health condition or who is frail due to age.

Anyone at any time can become a carer. National Carers Week is an opportunity to educate and raise awareness among all Australians about the diversity of carers and their caring roles.

For more information about National Carers Week please visit  www.carersweek.com.au 
 

National Carers Week Grants

National Carers Week Grants returns in 2026 thanks to ongoing funding from the NSW Government Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).

Delivered by the Department of Communities and Justice, the program provides one-off grants of $1,000 to $2,000 to eligible organisations across NSW to deliver community-based activities and events that recognise carers and create opportunities for connection.