QUESTION: What can we do to support women who are doing the bulk of unpaid care?
“The economic value of unpaid care is actually higher than some of our biggest industries like IT and hospitality. That shows we should be valuing women in these roles. The greatest thing that employers can do is to create flexible working conditions. The pandemic has shown us we can do that. We can also offer both men and women who are carers additional or extended carers leave. Your Side can save people over 200 hours per year by helping coordinate care services and we are a delivery partner for the Carer Gateway, which offers helpful services for carers.”
Danielle Ballantine, CEO – Your Side Australia
For carers to receive support and services they should call the Carer Gateway on 1800 422 737 or visit carergateway.gov.au
