National Carers Week 2026
National Carers Week is held every year in October to acknowledge the many people who provide unpaid care and support to a family member or friend.
This year, it’s happening from 11- 17 October with the theme ‘Care for a Carer: Making Carers Visible'
Carers are ordinary, everyday people doing extraordinary things and make a positive and significant difference to the lives of families, friends and the people they care for.
National Carers Week is a wonderful opportunity to recognise the contribution of carers, promote their caring role and provide information on the availability of resources, services and supports for carers.
A number of resources have been created, and are available below, to celebrate and support National Carers Week.
Celebrate and support National Carers Week
Key Messaging for National Carers Week 2026:
- Events will be held across Australia to recognise and raise awareness.
- There is no shortage of ways to get involved.
- For more information on National Carers Week events near you, visit the Carers WA website
- If you are a carer, visit the Carers webpage for information, support and resources.
