06-October-2009
Goldstein Media Releases, Health, Community
As National Carers Week approaches, Bayside and Glen Eira residents are encouraged to thank local carers who continuously and selflessly give their time and energy to provide love, care and support for those in need.
National Carers Week, which stretches from Sunday 18 to Saturday 24 October 2009 and includes National Carers Day on Tuesday 20 October 2009, is designed to recognise the contributions made by the 2.6 million unpaid carers in Australia.
“This is an ideal opportunity for us all to say thanks to our local carers, many of whom make huge personal sacrifices to care for a family member or friend.
“I encourage everyone who knows a carer to spend some time during National Carers Week, whether it be on the phone or by going for a coffee, with a friend, neighbour, or colleague, and show your appreciation for the vital contribution they make to our community,” Andrew Robb, Federal Member for Goldstein, said.
Carers provide support to family members and friends who have a disability, terminal illness, chronic condition or mental illness, or who are frail, and support is often required 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“Carers can be anyone, anytime across Australia,” Mr Robb said.
For further information on Carers Week 2009 please visit www.carersweek.com.au/09/.
Media contact: Skye Buttenshaw, 9557 4644