Research Library
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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1.3.2022
Overview of findings from the Victorian COVID-19 carer survey
Carers Victoria Knowledge Centre
Victorian COVID-19 carer survey data shows that carers have suffered serious consequences during the pandemic including poor mental health and wellbeing, social isolation, and loss of respite from their caring role.
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1.5.2023
The bereavement during COVID-19 study
Elizabeth A. Lobb, Fiona Maccallum, Serra Ivynian
This study examined the severe impact of Australia's strict COVID-19 public health measures on end-of-life care and bereavement practices. These measures, designed to reduce infection rates, led to isolation and disrupted support for families and friends of the deceased.
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7.12.2023
Working together to deliver the NDIS
Independent Review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme
This final report of the independent review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) includes 26 recommendations with 139 actions to change the system that supports people with disability.
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17.4.2025
2024 National Carer Survey Summary Report
Carers NSW
This summary report provides an overview of national findings from the 2024 National Carer Survey regarding carers’ economic and social needs, caring relationships, carers’ experiences accessing services, and their health and wellbeing as well as diverse caring experiences.
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1.3.2017
The economic value of informal mental health caring in Australia:
Sandra Diminic, Emily Hielscher, Yong Yi Lee, Meredith Harris, Jaclyn Schess, Jan Kealton, Harvey Whiteford
The report, commissioned by Mind Australia and authored by the University of Queensland, estimates the economic value of informal mental health caring in Australia.