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Reconnect with a carer of a person living with dementia

Web resources

Taking care of a carer
With a bit of new knowledge, you can become part of a carer’s support team and make sure they’re cared for too.
https://www.dementia.org.au/living-dementia/family-friends-and-carers/taking-care-carer

Helpsheets

Taking a break
PDF — 129 kB
This help sheet is about the importance of taking a break from caring, how to organise it and who can help.
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https://www.dementia.org.au/sites/default/files/2025-08/Helpsheet-LookingAfterFamiliesAndCarers_01-TakingABreak_english.pdf
Taking care of yourself
PDF — 137 kB
This help sheet is about the importance of families and carers looking after themselves while caring for someone with dementia. It discusses ways to manage stress and the importance of asking for help.
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https://www.dementia.org.au/sites/default/files/2025-08/Helpsheet-LookingAfterFamiliesAndCarers_02-TakingCareOfYourself_english.pdf

Technology

Hold the Moment Podcast
Dementia Australia's Hold the Moment podcast shares uplifting stories about people living with dementia and their loved ones. Listen online today.
https://www.dementia.org.au/living-dementia/hold-moment-podcast

Library guide: tips for supporting carers
Explore the Dementia Australia Library's tips for supporting carers.
https://dementia-org.libguides.com/Tips-for-supporting-carers

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Last updated

8 August 2025