Carer Workshops
Throughout the year we host workshops and events for carers and families of people with mental illness. We are also in contact with mental health organisations, particularly in Melbourne's south and can connect you to events they run which may be helpful.
Registrations are now open for any workshops listed here.
See carer education calendar January - June 2018.
Carers Family Day at Melbourne Zoo - Thursday 4 October 2018
Thursday 04 Oct 2018
Join us at Melbourne Zoo for a Carers Family Day celebration on Thursday 4 October.
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Free Carers Week Luncheon - 16 October 2018
Tuesday 16 Oct 2018
Carers are invited to attend a special Carers Week celebration on Tuesday 16 October.
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Workshop: Carers get frustrated too (Brighton East)
Thursday 25 Oct 2018
Caring for a family member or friend can be demanding and tiring, causing frustration at times. It is common and normal to feel this way.
Self-care through Tai Chi and mindfulness - three sessions (Caulfield)
Thursday 08 Nov 2018
Join us for a series of three workshops to explore how the gentle movements of Tai Chi and the practice of mindfulness can sustain you in your caring role.
Session 1: Thursday 8 November
Session 2: Thursday 22 November
Session 3: Thursday 29 November
This is a three part course. Single sessions are not available.
Dealing with Carer Stress - three sessions (Berwick)
Thursday 22 Nov 2018
Alfred Health Carer Services is hosting a series of three workshops to assist with feelings of stress and provide carers with practical tools and tips so you can care for yourself while caring for another
Session 1: Thursday 22 November
Session 2: Thursday 29 November
Session 3: Thursday 6 December
This is a three part course. Single sessions are not available.