This section offers information on the different types of supports available for families of children with a disability and carers of adults with a disability.

http://www.dhs.vic.gov.au...

http://www.dhs.vic.gov.au/for-individuals/disability-services/carer-and-family-support

The Victorian Government Carer Card is a discounts and benefits card for unpaid carers in Victoria.

http://carercard.vic.gov.au...

http://carercard.vic.gov.au/

Provides details about Centrelink's services and available payments for carers.

http://www.centrelink.gov.au...

http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/individuals/carer_index.htm

Australia presently has 25 international social security agreements, with several more under negotiation.

http://www.fahcsia.gov.au...

http://www.fahcsia.gov.au/sa/international/ssa/Pages/overview.aspx

Respite and carer support services are provided throughout Victoria by a range of different organisations. Respite Victoria links you to the 8 regional disability respite websites in Victoria.

http://www.respitevictoria.org.au...

http://www.respitevictoria.org.au/

Young Carers provides information and contact numbers for services available to support young carers in managing the challenges they face caring for a relative who has an illness or disability.

http://www.youngcarers.net.au...

http://www.youngcarers.net.au/