Australia’s first-ever national event focused solely on profound autism The Profound Autism Symposium 2025 is a landmark event, placing the voices of families and needs of people with profound autism on the national stage for the very first time. Join us on 17 and 18 November in person at the State Library of NSW or via Livestream, […]
Are you a carer living in the Melbourne western metropolitan area? Enjoy great food and connect with fellow carers.Hobsons Bay Carer Brunch Group Enjoy some great food and connect with fellow carers. Location Williamstown Full address details will be provided on registration. About this event Are you a carer living in the Melbourne western metropolitan […]
For Carers who love getting their hands dirty, Flourish supports your understanding and enjoyment of botanica. Social connection Harvest or plant to take home Green tips and skills Build community garden Mindfulness Lunch included Session 9 - 17 November ❖Basic garden maintenance - feeding the soil and plants, watering, mulching, pruning and harvest. Activity: […]
What's it all about? Join us for a nurturing and restorative workshop designed specifically for carers, where we will come together to sit, sip tea, and explore the multifaceted practice of yoga. This unique experience goes beyond the physical postures, inviting you to connect with yourself and others in a supportive environment. In this workshop, […]
The Nillumbik Dementia Friendly Alliance's standout program is the Memory Care Café, a welcoming space designed to provide carers with a moment to relax while their loved ones engage in meaningful activities nearby. The café operates with a unique approach for everyone involved, from activity organisers to volunteers serving drinks and cake and it brings […]
Connect with fellow carers over a complimentary coffee and relaxed conversation from 10am at a local venue in Rochester. It’s a great opportunity to take a break, share experiences, and enjoy some friendly company in a supportive environment. 2025 dates: Tuesday 26 August Tuesday 7 October Tuesday 18 November Location: 181 Marsh Court, Rochester Pre-registration […]
Carers Activity Recreation Exercise Social (CARES) Connection offers free dance classes during Term 4, 2025 for unpaid carers who live, work or play in Knox, with time to mingle with other carers afterwards. EACH, with support of a grant from Knox City Council, are hosting free dance classes for unpaid carers between 1-2pm. After the […]
The Nillumbik Dementia Friendly Alliance's standout program is the Memory Care Café, a welcoming space designed to provide carers with a moment to relax while their loved ones engage in meaningful activities nearby. The café operates with a unique approach for everyone involved, from activity organisers to volunteers serving drinks and cake and it brings […]
Springvale 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 […]
Walks provide carers with peer-based support, information services and resources and an opportunity to be active and connect with other carers. Offering carers of people with disability, mental illness or elderly people a chance to attend free walking events in Victoria together, while learning more about news, services and supports available to them. Free morning […]
IMHA Rights & Self Advocacy workshop for services and carers in collaboration with Greater City of Geelong and Queenscliffe Local. Independent Mental Health Advocacy is delivering an online workshop on rights and self-advocacy for carers. The workshop is designed to help carers better understand rights under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 as well […]
You're invited to the National Anti-Scam Centre’s Aged Care Forum on Romance Scams, to be held online on Wednesday 19 November, 2:00 - 3:45 PM AEDT. Why this forum matters In 2024, scammers stole over $156 million from Australians through romance scams, with consumers aged 55+ suffering the greatest losses. Romance scammers deceive their victims through emotional manipulation and social engineering, fabricating elaborate stories to encourage their victims to […]
