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Carer Coordination Services- Murrumbidgee Local Health District

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This online event will help explain the new service- Carer Network Coordinator- in Murrumbidgee local health district AND the Palliative Care Carer Support Coordinator also across the health district. These services are there to support unpaid carers and work in with other community services such as Carers Gateway, Carers NSW and local organizations. This will […]

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Hire & Manage Your Own Support Workers

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If you’re hiring support workers directly, and starting to feel like accidental HR, this session is for you. We’ll gently walk through some of the real questions many families carry: • What should I ask in an interview? • How can I hire safely, without feeling exposed? • Where do I keep track of shifts, […]

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Basic Visible Mending Webinar

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During the webinar, you’ll work on mending a denim or cotton item, but the skills you’ll learn can also be applied to: • Clothing garments • Accessories like hats, gloves and belts • Linens and bedding • Upholstered furniture (think couches and chairs!) • Other fabric household items

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Loneliness Webinar

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This session is all about connection, growth, and finding joy in the little moments. Whether you’re feeling isolated or just curious, come along and be part of this meaningful discussion. When: Thursday, 16th October 2025 | 5.00pm Where: Online

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Financial Wellbeing Webinar Part 2

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Over 45 minutes, we’ll explore real-world solutions that can make a difference, and we’d love for you to be part of the conversation. Do you have a clever cost-saving tip or trick? Share it with our Carers WA community during the webinar! Let’s learn, connect, and save together.

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Financial Wellbeing Webinar Part 1

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We’ve brought together local experts from trusted organisations and departments who specialise in supporting carers. During the session, you’ll hear from: Energy Ahead: Practical tips to save on energy costs and manage your utility bills. The Financial Wellbeing Collective: Tools and resources to help you take control of your finances. Financial Information Services (FIS): Insights […]

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Building Self-Compassion for Carers

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This one-off, free session is designed to give carers space to pause, reconnect with themselves, and explore the importance of self-compassion. In this workshop, you'll: – Learn simple practices to build self-compassion – Reflect on your own needs and emotional wellbeing – Connect with others who understand the challenges of caring – Take away practical […]

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Caring for carers of Autistic people podcast

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In this episode of Aspect's a different brilliant® podcast, host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey chats with Mel Spencer OAM, CEO of Different Journeys, who draws on her lived experience and professional expertise to discuss unpaid carers of Autistic people. Mel explores the key challenges and barriers carers face, the supports available, and what can be done […]

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