Wellways is one of the new Carer Gateway service providers in Queensland and COTA Queensland’s team met recently with the community engagement officer for the Wide Bay area. With the Queensland team now in place they are keen to connect with carers across the state.
People can now virtually sign and witness of documents such as wills, general powers of attorney, enduring powers of attorney, advance health directives, statutory declarations, deeds and many other types of documents.
‘Respite’ simply means taking a break. It’s important that carers take time for themselves to rest and recharge while respite care services look after the person being cared for. It provides an opportunity for both people to take a break.
Ten not-for-profit organisations who will receive about $493 million over five years to establish a new network of 16 Carer Gateway service to support the important work of the nation’s unpaid carers.