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Who helps the carers to care?

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Unrecognizable senior woman getting help from caregiver with putting on socks. Source: Moment RF / Halfpoint Images/Getty Images

They play an important role for Australians who need help with their day-to-day needs. Carers Australia estimates there are just over 2.6 million carers in Australia who provide support to family or friends. But a small minority of people may need more support than they're getting.


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By Peggy Giakoumelos, Joe Axiaq

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They play an important role for Australians who need help with their day-to-day needs. Carers Australia estimates there are just over 2.6 million carers in Australia who provide support to family or friends. But a small minority of people may need more support than they're getting.



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