Our Carers Book Club brings carers together over lunch for relaxed conversation, connection and a shared love of stories. There’s no pressure, no formal book review and definitely no homework required. For our first gathering, we’ll be discussing: Bittersweet by Susan Cain This book is about how sorrow, longing and life’s bittersweet moments can […]
Ballarat Parkinson’s Peer Support Group warmly welcomes people with Parkinson’s, partners, carers, family and friends. We offer a friendly space to share information, build connection, find encouragement and talk with others who understand life with Parkinson’s. Our October luncheons will feature guest speakers Tanya and Mel from the Fight Parkinson’s Vic Health Team. Thanks to […]
Carers residing in the Shires of Alpine, Indigo and Towong and in Albury/Wodonga are invited to join us for a Carers Week celebratory luncheon at the Clubhouse Bar & Bistro in Wodonga. Family members and new members are welcome. Please RSVP by Tuesday 13 October 2026.
Unwind and indulge to celebrate Carers Week. It is a special time to raise awareness and spread the word in the community. Thursday, 15 October 12 noon Hoppers Club, 180-200 Panam Drive Hoppers Crossing
Chinese Mental Health Self-help Support Group (North & South) will celebrate National Carers Week with a relaxing day of art and connection! We will begin with a visit to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and finish with a lovely afternoon tea together in the Melbourne CBD on 15.10.2026. This event is for carers and […]
Cranbourne Stroke Support Carers Group are meeting up for a lunch during National Carers Week. This event is for carers who support stroke survivors in the Cranbourne/South-East area of Victoria.
To celebrate and acknowledge our families and carers for all they do for their care recipients we are hosting an information session on Carers Rights presented by the Lead social worker from Grampians Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing Service Darlene Cole. This is to be followed by a catered afternoon High Tea. This day has […]
Food for Thought: Dinner, Learning, and Connection for Families and Carers of People Using Alcohol and/or Drugs Join Family Drug Support during Carers Week for an evening of dinner, practical learning and connection with other families and carers impacted by someone else’s alcohol or other drug use. A catered dinner is included, followed by an interactive Stepping […]
The Manager Is Me is a funny, moving solo theatre work about the invisible labour of caring, parenting, working and somehow trying to hold onto yourself in the middle of it all. Written and performed by 2025 Victorian Australian Poetry Slam Champion Dayna Fallon, the show draws on her own experience of caring for her […]
Join Family Drug Support during Carers Week for an evening of dinner, practical learning and connection with other families and carers impacted by someone else’s alcohol or other drug use. A catered dinner is included, followed by an interactive Stepping Forward: Setting Workable Boundaries session. Setting boundaries can be difficult when you care about someone […]
Date: Thursday, October 15th, 6 pm. Location: The Elsternwick Hotel 259 Brighton Road, Elwood 3184 (Please bring along Carer/Seniors Card) RSVP: Joanne Blanshard Text 0407 833 039, Email joblanshard@gmail.com
Bendigo Blokes is a relaxed catch up for males who care for autistic kids, families or partners. It’s a chance to connect over a meal with others who understand your journey and chat with our carer peer support team, all with lived experience, about available services and supports. Together, we’ll explore opportunities in a safe […]
