Making a world of difference for carers: the Pathways for Carers project

Local government, service providers and community members are working together to make a difference in the lives of carers and those they care for in a community in Australia. Maroondah City Council is located 25 km east of Melbourne, in the state of Victoria, at the foot of Mount Dandenong. Maroondah covers an area of 61 km² and has a population of about 112,300 people. The council has been working with carers in their community on a 'Pathways for Carers' project, with one of the outcomes being the installation of a seat in recognition of the role that carers play in the community.