The services listed on this page support carers of people living with mental health issues. This directory lists Federal, State and non-profit services, with a focus on NDIS access and planning.
It is important to spend time researching the support services available to find the best one for your individual needs. Each carer has different strategies for supporting wellness, safety planning, and developing emergency care plans.
Federal & State Government guides for NDIS and carer support
NSW Family and Carer Mental Health Program
A statewide program funded by the NSW Ministry of Health working to improve the wellbeing of families and carers of people with mental health conditions, and the people they support through education and training, information, one-on-one and group support, advocacy and providing clinical services.
NDIS
Official website for the National Disability Insurance Scheme
NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
Works with NDIS participants and providers to improve the quality and safety of NDIS services and supports. Includes a portal to make complaints if an NDIS funded service has been provided in a unsafe way or to an inappropriate standard.
South Western Sydney Local Health District Carers Program
Provides professional support to carers in the public health system and improve the responsiveness of the public health system to the needs of carers
My Aged Care
For help around the house or to look into aged care homes, visit the My Aged Care website.
Training & Guides from Non-Government Organisations
Carer Gateway tips
Useful tips including caring basics, caring under specific circumstances and staying calm and organised.
Carers Australia
Information on the NDIS and accessing the NDIS
Wellways k.i.t
Helpful resources for carers, friends and family members of people experiencing mental health issues
Carer Coach
A free five module training series to help mental health carers and the people they care for navigate the NDIS.
Carers NSW NDIS Checklist
A checklist for carers who provide regular support to a person with disability living in New South Wales to assist them in preparing for the NDIS planning conversation.
reimagine Hub
A resource hub designed by, and for, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to share stories of people’s experiences of the NDIS, make resources in plain English and other languages, and look at some of the barriers to getting support, in a hope to help others. It includes a specific hub for families and carers.
General Support
Carer Gateway
An Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers.
Carers NSW
Provides information, education and training, resources and referrals to support carers in NSW.
One Door Mental Health Carer Services
Offers a range of programs locally for families of people with a mental illness, including young carers.
Dementia Support Australia Nationwide, 24-hour carer support
A 24 hour carer helpline for carers of people living with dementia.
Headstart
Find mental health support services for South Western Sydney
Head To Health
A safe and welcoming space for adults, their family and friends, who may be in distress or crisis, or need help finding the right mental health services for their individual needs. The service includes a phone line to provide advice and connection to the local mental health service or support.
Autism Advisory & Support Service Carers Support Groups
Support groups for parents and carers of people with autism.
Supports for Young Carers
Carer Gateway
An Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers.
Child disability: physical and mental health – Raising Children Network
Little Dreamers Australia
Free, reliable, up-to-date and independent information for all parents.
One Door Mental Health Carer Services
Offers a range of programs locally for families of people with a mental illness, including young carers.