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Monday, 10 November 2008 00:00
Legal Matters

There are a number of legal arrangements that may help you plan for the future and put your affairs in order. You may also have responsibility for the legal or financial affairs of the person you care for. When you are already busy with the many demands of working and caring it may seem like a lot of extra work. But planning ahead is worthwhile and may help you avoid difficult situations in the future.
 
The following link will take you to the Commonwealth Government’s Department of Health and Ageing website where you can download the information:
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ageing-carers-carerkit.htm

What next?

If you would like to discuss the issues raised in this Fact Sheet you may like to try:

  • checking out our Services Directory to find the local services that may be able to assist you as a working carer
  • contacting Carers Australia on 1800 242 636 for information, support, referral and advice about your caring role and services that can assist you. If English is not your first language and you need assistance in talking with the Centre, contact the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131450.
  • subscribing to our monthly newsletter, Work 'n' Care, for regular information and support regarding the issues facing working carers.

 

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