Stronger Carers
Supporting and empowering carers
What is the Stronger Carers program?
The Stronger Carers program is designed to support and empower people who care for loved ones with dementia at home.
The in-home program typically runs for 8 weeks, with flexible delivery options available to suit carers’ individual needs.
This fully-funded program, provided by the Australian Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, is free to participate in.
Coaching takes place in the comfort of your home, where a Coach provides personalised advice for your care needs including:
Providing information on dementia diagnosis, progression, and support.
Offering strategies to support the wellbeing of the carer carer and the individual living with dementia. Assisting with the development of a respite plan and locating local respite options like in-home care, day centres or emergency respite.
Sharing educational resources on activities and strategies for both carers and the individual living with dementia.
Connecting carers with other carers and organisations for ongoing support.
Assisting with access to dementiafriendly equipment and technology
How do I access the program?
The Stronger Carers program is available to any carer of an individual living with dementia at home and located in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounds.
