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Coronavirus (COVID-19) and carers

Carers NSW Position statement, 7 May 2020

Published Date: 7.5.2020

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Theme: Caring and society

Sub-theme: Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 Carer education Policy Flexible work 5 minute read Position paper

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Theme: Caring and society

Sub-theme: Caring during the COVID-19 pandemic

View Publication COVID-19 Carer education Policy Flexible work 5 minute read Position paper

Verification Statement

This publication / resource is hosted on a publicly available external link. If the full text is not publicly accessible, summary points are included and a contact method for the author(s) is provided, where available.

The summary information presented is based on content submitted by an author or other user
, along with publicly available information about the publication / resource added by the Carer Knowledge Exchange team.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) and carers

Carers NSW Position statement, 7 May 2020

Published Date: 7.5.2020

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    Carers NSW

  • Suggested citation (APA 7th edition)

    Carers NSW. (2020). Coronavirus (COVID-19) and carers. https://www.uts.edu.au/sites/default/files/2020-05/Carers%20NSW%20COVID-19%20Position%20Statement.pdf

Long Summary

This resource explores the impact that COVID-19 had on carers who are described as a 'safety net' for care recipients when formal services are unavailable. The position statement advocates for greater consideration and support for the health and wellbeing of carers during the COVID-19 crisis.

    Key Messages for Carers


  • Discusses the anxiety many carers experienced due to the risk of their care recipient contracting the COVID-19 virus
  • Discusses the difficulty carers experienced during this time due to the inadequate or lack of formal support
  • Reveals the difficulty of peer support activities that carers rely on transitioning to an online environment

  • Key Messages for Policy Makers


  • Emphasises the importance of educational institutions accommodating the increased caring responsibilities of individuals
  • Advocates for inclusive and flexible carer support such as telehealth options and improved service delivery
  • Emphasises the importance of practical advice and messaging that is carer-inclusive

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