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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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  • Specific groups of carers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander carers

    1.5.2011

    Indigenous carers

    Bettina Cass, BJ Newton, Kylie Valentine, Trish Hill

    This report provides an in-depth analysis of caring that examines experiences with support services for Indigenous and non-Indigenous carers. The report emphasises the need for more targeted research on numerous facets of Indigenous carer experiences and needs.

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Disability Ageing Hidden carers Report
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  • Service systems, Carer support services

    1.11.2018

    Hidden carers?

    Myra Hamilton, Jessica Botfield, Asha Persson, Christy E. Newman, Joanne Bryant, Kylie Valentine, Jack Wallace

    This article explores the experiences of those caring for people with HIV, recognising that there is a gap in carer research regarding the needs of this group of carers.

    Carer recognition Carer support Stigma Hidden carers HIV Peer-reviewed journal article Scoping review
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  • Specific groups of carers, Young carers

    20.10.2011

    From assistance to prevention

    Christiane Purcal, Myra Hamilton, Cathy Thomson, Bettina Cass

    This article provides a structure for assessing the effectiveness of current support services for young carers in Australia.

    Young carers Carer support Hidden carers Carer needs Peer-reviewed journal article Review
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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: A guide

    Carers NSW

    This engaging with young carers guide published by Carers NSW Australia aims to increase the involvement of young carers in research and consultation.

    Young carers Research Carer inclusion Hidden carers Guide
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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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  • Specific groups of carers, Young carers

    1.1.2020

    Engaging with young carers: A checklist

    Carers NSW

    The engaging with young carers checklist provides a practical tool that assists those in the caring space to develop a plan for young carer engagement.

    Young carers Research Hidden carers 2 minute read
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  • Specific groups of carers, Young carers

    1.6.2020

    Young carers research project

    Carers NSW

    This research project aimed to establish evidence regarding how to better support the needs and experiences of young carers.

    Young carers Research Hidden carers Summary report Focus group Qualitative data
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  • Specific groups of carers, Young carers

    2.6.2010

    Children and young people as active agents in care-giving

    Ciara Smyth, Bettina Cass, Trish Hill

    This article provides an analysis of literature and primary research regarding young people who are informal carers.

    Young carers Education Flexible work Hidden carers Peer-reviewed journal article Focus group Survey
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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.