The Queensland Government says it recognises the valuable contribution of Queensland carers by:
[ul]providing a voice for carers and their needs through the Carers Advisory Council
offering the Carer Business Discount Card and the Companion Card
providing funding to support carers through a range of services including respite counselling information advocacy education and training services and multicultural advisory services.[/ul]
For more information visit www.communities.qld.gov.au/disability or call 1800 177 120
Carers Week 2010 is 17-23 October.