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The Carer Knowledge Exchange Research Library is a collection of recent Australian publications and other resources that contain reliable research about family and friend carers. It is constantly being added to, and you can suggest research to be included here.

There are two main ways to use the Research Library. The first is to search using the fields below. The second is to browse by category lower down the page.

For help using the Research Library, click here.

Please also see our Frequently asked questions page.

The publications in this research library may contain references to sensitive issues and cause distress. If you or someone you are with is in immediate danger, please call 000. If you feel upset or are in distress, you can contact Lifeline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phoning 13 11 14 or texting 0477 13 11 14. For other information on support for carers please visit our support for carers page.

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  • Service systems, Health care services

    20.4.2021

    Ask a neuroscientist

    Lezanne Ooi

    An easy to read four-part series on dementia, focusing on providing basic information about the condition and its progression from the perspective of a neuroscientist.

    Alzheimer’s Dementia 5 minute read Research
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  • Caring and society, Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

    13.1.2022

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) and carers

    Carers NSW

    This position statement outlines some of the difficulties carers have faced throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing on policy and media analysis, carer case studies, and ongoing consultation with carers and other stakeholders.

    COVID-19 Carer wellbeing Support services Financial wellbeing 5 minute read Position paper
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  • Specific groups of carers, Culturally and linguistically diverse carers

    1.3.2021

    Engaging with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) carers: An overview

    Carers NSW

    This resource provides an overview of the Carers NSW CALD carer engagement toolkit which is intended to support more inclusive engagement with CALD carers in research.

    CALD Hidden carers Research 5 minute read
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  • Specific groups of carers, Young carers

    1.1.2020

    Engaging with young carers: An overview

    Carers NSW

    This resource provides an overview of the young carer engagement toolkit which is intended to support more inclusive engagement of young carers in research.

    Young carers Research Hidden carers 5 minute read
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  • Caring and society, Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

    7.5.2020

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) and carers

    Carers NSW

    This position statement advocates for greater consideration and support for the health and wellbeing of carers during the COVID-19 crisis.

    COVID-19 Carer education Policy Flexible work 5 minute read Position paper
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  • Specific groups of carers, Caring for someone with dementia

    1.10.2020

    Carers of people living with dementia and discrimination

    Carers Australia, Dementia Australia

    This policy statement written jointly by Dementia Australia and Carers Australia, looks at the discrimination and isolation faced by people living with dementia and their carers in Australia.

    Dementia Discrimination Support services Social isolation Carer inclusion 5 minute read Position paper
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  • Developing skills and knowledge, Mentoring and coaching

    9.10.2019

    Carer-in-residence toolbox

    Leila Frijat, Paula Gleeson, Tania Teague

    The Carer-in-Residence toolbox is for employers interested in establishing a Carer-in-Residence role within their workplace.

    Employment Flexible work Participatory research Carer recognition 5 minute read Video
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  • Income and paid work, Support at work

    20.9.2020

    Briefing 1: Working remotely can work for carers

    Sarah Judd-Lam, Rachel Matheson, Marian Baird, Myra Hamilton

    This briefing explores the unique opportunity provided by the Coronavirus pandemic for carers to access more flexible ways of working.

    Remote work Workplace entitlements COVID-19 Carer inclusion Flexible work 5 minute read
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  • Income and paid work, Support at work

    24.11.2020

    Briefing 2: Working remotely can work for carers but multi-dimensional flexibility will even better meet their needs

    Rachel Matheson, Priya Visvanathan, Sarah Judd-Lam, Paula Gleeson , University of Technology Sydney

    This briefing explores how employers can provide flexible work arrangements to support carers' participation in paid employment, advocating for employers to acknowledge the importance of accommodating carers needs.

    Working from home Workplace flexibility COVID-19 Carer inclusion Flexible work Remote work 5 minute read
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  • Income and paid work, Support at work

    8.3.2021

    Briefing 3: Flexible working is important, but employers need a broader workplace strategy for carers

    Keith Townsend, Hugh Bainbridge, Rachel Matheson, Sarah Judd-Lam

    This briefing provides insight into employment practices that that will help make balancing paid employment and caring more sustainable for carers.

    Carer inclusion Carer-inclusive workplaces COVID-19 Flexible work 5 minute read
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  • Caring and society, Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

    24.3.2022

    Carers Tasmania COVID impact survey 2022 results

    Carers Tasmania

    As borders reopen, Tasmanian carers continue to face adversity such as disruption, financial burden, isolation and immense stress as a result of the pandemic.

    COVID-19 Pandemic Survey Carer wellbeing 5 minute read
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  • Specific groups of carers, Caring for someone with dementia

    10.10.2022

    Finding my way

    National Ageing Research Institute

    This video aims to provide a balanced view of the experience of caring for someone with dementia by showcasing the lived experience of carers.

    Carer support Diversity Dementia Younger onset dementia CALD 5 minute read Video
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The Carer Knowledge Exchange is led by Carers NSW and proudly funded by the NSW Government. It was established as a partnership between Carers NSW and the Institute for Public Policy and Governance (IPPG) at the University of Technology Sydney from 2021-2024. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.