Activities during CARERS WEEK 2013 NSW...Community Services, City of Sydney and Babana Open to all...

CARERS WEEK 2013Sun 13 – Sat 19 October

Activities during

2 | activities during CARERS WEEK 2013 | October 13 - 19 2013

For more information about any of the events listed please use the telephone numbers provided. Carers Week activities are usually free for carers. In some cases a small charge may apply. Some activities may be limited to carer clients only.

SYDNEY

Sponsored by Carers NSW, Family and Community Services, City of Sydney and Babana

Open to all carers and the general public

Carers Day Out, including carer workshops (Gardening, Laughter Yoga, Art Therapy) from 9am and live perfor-mances from 12pm until 2pm (www.carersnsw.org.au), The event is free and open to all.

Tuesday, 15 October, 8am-2pm

Martin Place, Sydney Narelle or Emma, 02 9280 4744, [email protected]

CENTRAL COAST

Benevolent SocietyFamilies with ASD Children

Carers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Family BBQ - The event is open for carers of children with ASD and their families

Thursday, 17 October 3.30pm

Lakelands Community Centre, 3 Literary Close, Kanwal

Toni 02 4394 2500

Cancer CouncilRecoginiton of Carers at Relay For Life

Carers of cancer patients Celebration of Carers - The event is open, but please pre-register where possible or see Sandra on the day

Saturday, 12 October 3.30pm

Mingara Athletic Track, Wyong Road, Tumbi Umbi

Sandra 02 4336 4500

Central Coast Local Health DistrictPaediatric Diabetes Service

Carers of children with T1 diabetes

Walk to Cure DiabetesThe event is open

Sunday, 6 October Murna Road, Davistown Diana 02 4320 3321

Compass Housing2BU - Supporting Disability Families

Carers of children with a disability

2BU Support Group LunchThe event is open, but please pre-register

Saturday, 19 October

The Meeting Place, 1 Nothum-berland Way, Tumbi Umbi

Joanne 02 4388 1064

Huntington's NSWHuntingtons' Carers Support Group - Central Coast

Carers of people with Huntington's Disease

Special morning teaThe event is open

Saturday, 19 October10am

LooLoo's Coffee Warehouse, Unit 12/11 Cochroe Street, Kincumber

Robyn 02 9874 9777

Candles Cancer Support Group All carers Community Barbecue / Social, The event is open, but please pre-book for catering purposes

Wednesday, 16 October

Lions Park, Norah Head Lyn 02 4393 5017

Central Coast Disability NetworkALPs Respite Program

All carers of people with an acquired brain injury

Pamper Day at CCDN, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


29 Webb Street, East Gosford Leanne 02 4324 2355

Central Coast Local Health DistrictPaediatric Diabetes Service

Carers of children with T1 diabetes

Celebrating T1DM parents (T1DM=Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus), Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Gosford Hospital Campus, Carer Retreat, Beane Street, Gosford

Diana 02 4320 3321

Central Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group Carers of prostate cancer patients

Carers Pampering Session, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 25 October Bamboo Buddha Jacqui 02 4367 9600

Community Care Services - Central Coast LtdMemory Lane Coffee Club

Carers of people with dementia

Memory Lane Doing Things Together, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Saturday, 19 October 12pm

Yaringa, Cnr McMasters & Ocean Beach Road, Woy Woy

Bettina 02 4324 4244

Gosford/Narara Community CentreGosford City Carers Pamper Day


Pamper Day for Carers during Carers Week, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October10am

2 Pandala Road, Narara Jill 02 4329 4477

Kariong Neighbourhood CentreThe Over Fifties Carers Friendship Group

Carers over 50 Out and About, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Wednesday, 6 November

10 Langford Drive, Kariong Fiona 02 4340 1724

Kincumber and District Neighbourhood Centre IncCaring for Me group

Carers of people with mental illness

Caring for Me Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Kincumber and District Neighbour-hood Centre, 1/20 Kincumber Street, Kincumber

Nicole 02 4363 1044

Wyoming Community Centre IncCarers Support Group

All carers Time for you, Group enquiries welcome and event is open but has limited availability

Thursday, 17 October

Wyoming Community Centre, 147 Maidens Brush Road, Wyoming

Lyn 02 4323 7483

Adssi Homeliving Australia - Supporting and Pro-moting the Health & Wellbeing of our Carers

All carers of Adssi Home Living Australia clients

Tai Chi in the park and BBQThe event is open to carers of Adssi clients


Picnic Point Reserve, Tuggerah Parade, The Entrance

Kristin 1300 578 478

Central Coast Community HealthSpecialist Mental Health Services for Older People


Carers Morning TeaThe event is by invitation to the carers of our clients

Tuesday, 15 Oc-tober

Mental Health Unit, Wyong Hos-pital, Pacific Highway, Kanwal

Kathy 02 4320 2952

CENTRAL WEST

Central West Family Support Group IncAboriginal out of home care

Aboriginal carers Carers LuncheonThe event is open

Thursday, 17 October 12pm

Central West Family Support Group

Fiona 02 6895 2533

Evans Community - Options Inc All carers Carer information and pamper session, The event is open Friday, 18 October TBC Margaret 02 6338 2303Western NSW Local Health Network-Seniors Daycentre

All carers Tullamore Carers Bingo BonanzaThe event is open

Wednesday, 16 October 10.30am

Tullamore Seniors Daycentre, 1 Hinkler Street, Tullamore

Kellylee 02 6892 5003

Organisation/Group Type of carers Event When Where Contact




Young Meals on Wheels Organisation IncCarers Social Support Group of Young

All carers Visit to Rusconi's Marble MasterpieceThe event is open

Wednesday, 16 October12.30pm

Gundagai Julie 02 6382 5008

Currajong Disability Services Inc Carers of people with a disability

Luncheon for Carers - Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC The Café Parkes Radio Telescope Kittie 02 6862 2038

Dementia Advisory ServiceParkes/Forbes/Trundle/Tullamore Carer Support Group


Combined Carers Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Parkes neighbourhood centre Danny 02 6861 2555

Former Carers Support Group but still working for Carers & Senior Citizens

All carers Concert to open Carers Week, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Sunday, 13 October1pm

Senior Citizens Centre, 176 Rus-sell Street, Bathurst

Beryl 02 6337 7217

Murrumbidgee Local Health DistrictMental Health Carer Support Group


Luncheon for carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October 12.30pm

Empire Hotel, Young Kerry 0418 624 726

Parent Education & Support NetworkSpecial Needs Assistance group


Stop and Smell the Roses, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Cowra Japanese Gardens, Ken Nakajima Place, Cowra

Samantha 02 6382 6328

Murrumbidgee Local Health DistrictTumut Mental Health Carers Support Group


Carers pamperingThe event is by invitation

TBC TBC Kerry 0418 624 726

Yawarra Aboriginal CorporationCarers of Yawarra

Aboriginal carers Loving our CarersThe event is by invitation

TBC 15 Molong Street, Condobolin Jelneetah 02 6895 3657

Young Neighbourhood Centre IncYoung Carers Group

Young carers Movie Theatre ExperienceThe event is by invitation

TBC Southern Cross Cinema, Main Street, Young

Naomi 02 6382 6328

Bathurst Seymour Centre Carer Support Group All carers Supporting Carers in Bathurst, The event is by invitation Tuesday, 15 October 55 Seymour Street, Bathurst Terisa 02 6332 1449

CUMBERLAND/ PROSPECT

CanCare Centre IncorporatedPatient and Carer Support Group

Carers of cancer patients of chinese background

CanCare Carers Morning TeaAn open event for carers

Saturday, 1 2 October

Rockdale, please go to www.cancarecentre.org.au

Lauvena 0416 087 815



CanCare Carers Morning TeaThe event is open


Hurstville, please go to www.cancarecentre.org.au

Lauvena 0416 087 815





Westmead, please go to www.cancarecentre.org.au

Lauvena 0416 087 815

CanCare Centre |IncorporatedPatient and Carer Support Group




Eastwood, please go to www.cancarecentre.org.au

Lauvena 0416 087 815

CatholicCare Parramatta, Emmaus DPCSBlacktown Neighbour Aid Carers

Carers of people with a disability who are ageing

Luncheon and Pamper Day, The event is open but please enquire as there is limited availability

TBC 51-59 Allawah Street, Blacktown Karen 02 8822 2288

CatholicCare Parramatta, Emmaus DPCSWindsor Cottage



TBC TBC Karen 02 8822 2288

CatholicCare Social Services, Emmaus DPCSAllawah




CatholicCare Social Services, Emmaus DPCSPonytail




CatholicCare Social Services, Emmaus DPCSSpringfield




Christian Community AidChinese Carers Group (Mandarin and Cantonese)

Mandarin and Cantonese speaking carers

Hawkesbury Paddlewheeler CruiseThe event is open

TBC The cruise departs Governer Phillip Park, bottom of George St in Windsor

Carmen 02 9858 3222

Huntington's NSWHuntingtons' Carers Support Group - West Ryde

Carers of people with Huntington's Disease

Special morning teaThe event is open


21 Chatham Road, West Ryde Robyn 02 9874 9777

Multiple Sclerosis LimitedCaring for Central Coast Carers

Carers of people with MS Deserving Desserts - Carers Morning TeaThe event is open to all carers of people with MS, other carers are welcome to attend


Woodbury Community Centre, Cnr Woodbury Park Avenue & Woolmers Crescent, Mardi

Cynthia 02 9646 0664

St Joseph’s Hospital LtdAuburn Carers Support Group

All carers Auburn Carers Big Day Out - The event is open, please enquire for catering and transport purposes


Auburn Centre for Community, Cnr Macquarie and Hutchison Streets, Auburn

Narelle 02 9749 0388



St Joseph’s Hospital LtdBrain Injury Support Group

Working carers of people with acquired brain injury

Carers Week LunchThe event is open, please enquire


Merrylands RSL Club, 14 Military Road, Merrylands

Angela 02 9749 0304

Chester Hill Neighbourhood Centre IncDisability & Carers Social Group

Carers of people with a disability

Disability & Carers Picnic at Stanwell Park - Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October 10am

Stanwell Park Picnic Ground, Park Parade, Stanwell Park

Dale 02 9645 3700

Hills Community CareCarer Information, Education & Support Group

All carers Carers Week Event - The event is open to any carers however please pre-register due to limited availability

Friday, 18 October Building 15, Balcombe Heights Estate, 92 Seven Hills Road, Baulkham Hills

Sharon 02 9761 5724

Riverstone Neighbourhood Centre and Commu-nity Aid Service - Sparkle Within Program

All carers Sparkle Within, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Park Street, Riverstone Lisa 0409 446 778

Samarpan IncSamarpan

Carers of South Asian back-ground, caring for a person with developmental disability

Look After YourselfGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Rajni 0432 798 938

South Western Sydney Local Health Distict Pallia-tive Care Volunteers ServicePalliative Care - Camden

Carers of registered palliative care patients in Camden

All about you "Be Care Aware"Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Camden Palliative Care Inpatient Unit, Camden Hospital, Menan-gle Road, Camden

Arlene 02 9616 8955

South Western Sydney Local Health Distict Pallia-tive Care Volunteers ServicePalliative Care - Liverpool

Carers of registered palliative care patients in Liverpool

All about you "Be Care Aware"Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October

Liverpool Palliative Care Inpatient Ward, Liverpool Hospital, Eliza-beth Street, Liverpool

Arlene 02 9616 8955

The Children's Hospital at WestmeadThe Carer Support Program

Carers of young people with special needs

The Transition Forum & ExpoGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October 10am

The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Re-search Building, Cnr Hawkesbury Road and Hainsworth Street, Westmead

Wendy 02 9845 3590

Transcultural Mental Health CentreAfghani Carers Support Group - Granville

Afghani carers Celebrate the Eid, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Auburn Road, Auburn Nabila 0427 842 469

Transcultural Mental Health CentreArabic Carer Support Group - Harris Park

Arabic carers Carers Week Cruise, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Georges River, Sydney Gisele 0410 624 416

Transcultural Mental Health CentreArabic Carer Support Group - Liverpool

Arabic carers Outing day - Manly Beach, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October Manly Beach Lilian 0433 194 106

Transcultural Mental Health CentreAssyrian Carer Group

Assyrian carers Carer Week Cruise, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Carolin 0433 263 304

Transcultural Mental Health CentreChinese Carers Support Group - Parramatta

Chinese carers Carers Week 2013 Celebration, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 21 October10am-4pm

Parramatta Park, Auburn RSL Miao 0410 468 726

Transcultural Mental Health CentreFarsi Carers Support Group

Farsi speaking carers Farsi Carers LuncheonGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 21 October

127/121-133 Pacific Highway, Hornsby

Behnaz 0417 175 155

Transcultural Mental Health Centre, Macedonian, Serbian, Bosnian Carer Support Group

Macedonia, Serbian and Bosnian carers

Information session: Reduction of depression, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


2 Hughes Street, Cabramatta Ruza 0421 323 533 or 02 9602 6832

Transcultural Mental Health CentreVietnamese Carer Support Group

Vietnamese carers Acts of Kindness, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Fairfield Community Health Centre

Tam 0466 827 818

Hills Autism Support Network Carers of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Carers Week Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Winston Hills Hotel, Bistro Area Elena 0417 447 992

Blacktown City CouncilBlacktown Grandparents Support Group

Ageing carers of young people

Grandparents Support Group Luncheon at Blacktown Workers Club, The event is by invitation

TBC Blacktown Workers Club, 55 Campbell Street, Blacktown

Judy 02 9839 6287

Blacktown Hospital Carers of registered pa-tients of the hospital

Carers week celebrationsThe event is by invitation, for carers of registered patients


Kingswood TAFE and Blacktown Hospital

Sandra 02 9881 8000 (Pgr 7542)

Indian Seniors Group - HornsbyIndian Carer Support Team

Indian carers Picnic Lunch in Auburn Botanical GardensThe event is by invitation

Sunday, 13 October 12.30pm

Auburn Botanical Gardens Dave 0413 760 300

Our Lady of Consolation Aged Care ServicesThe Carer Connection

Carers of people who are frail aged

Movement for the Soul and Picnic LunchThe event is by invitation

TBC Tench Reserve, Penrith Lea 02 9832 5417

Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind ChildrenChinese Parent Support Group

Chinese carers of children with a disability

Lunch, All chinese parent carers of children enrolled in RIDBC services

TBC Top Taste Chinese Restaurant, North Rocks Westfield, North Rocks

Celine 02 9872 0852




St Joseph’s Hospital Ltd Carers of registered inpa-tients of the hospital

Thank You, Afternoon Tea for CarersThe event is by invitation


St Joseph's Hospital, Jack Lang Auditorium

Patricia 02 9749 0331

Merrylands Arabic Support Group Arabic speaking carers Carers celebration Monday, 7 October Georges River Sailing Club, Dolls Pt Nadia 02 9684 5753

FAR NORTH COAST

Lifebridge East IncSupport Group for Carers of people with dementia

Carers of people living with dementia

Movie and morning tea, The event is open, however RSVP by 13 October is essential

Friday, 18 October Cinemax Cinema, 60 Marine Parade, Kingscliff

Pam 02 6674 2267

Northern Rivers Community TransportOut for a Break

All carers Carers luncheonThe event is open

TBC TBC, Lismore Colleen 02 6628 6000

On-Focus All carers, with a focus on those caring for people with a disability

Carers Week BBQThe event is open


The Chambers, 98 Walker Street, Casino

Ian 02 6662 2333

St Carthage's Community CareLismore Carer Support Group

Carers of people with demen-tia living in the community

Carer Well Being DayThe event is open

TBC St Carthage's Community Care, 3 Jubilee Avenue, Goonellabah

Jodi 02 6620 0000

Lower Clarence Mental Health Support Group Carers of people living with a mental health issue

Pampering DayThe event is open

Monday, 1 4 October

Nimbin Catherine 02 6646 1565

Northern Rivers Parkinsons Support Group Open to carers of Parkin-son's disease sufferers

Special morning tea and guest speakersThe event is open

Friday, 11 October Activity Centre, Crowley Village, Ballina

Graham 02 6686 4243

Aspect Far North Coast Centre for Autism, Aspect Parent and Carer Support and Information Group

Carers of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Carers Morning tea, Group enquiries welcome, please RSVP for catering purposes

TBC Cath 02 6628 3660

Ballina Shire Council, External Community Organi-sations in the Ballina Shire

All carers Carers Week Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Holly 0429 294 115

Byron Shire Respite Service IncNRCP/ Dementia and challenging behaviour

All carers Carers Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Barbara 02 6685 1619

Grow North CoastResource Room


Luncheon and Mental Health Information Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October

125 Ballina Street, Lismore Ann 02 6624 4570

Kyogle District Care ConnectionsThe Caring Circle

All carers Cinema Day Out, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Kyogle Community Cinema, Bloore St, Kyogle

Narelle 02 6632 1853

Mid-Richmond Neighbourhood Centre IncMRNC Family Carers Support Group and MRNC Carers Support Group

For carers of younger children with disabilities and for carers of older people and people with dementia

Carers Get TogetherGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Our Daily Bread Restaurant and Café, Broadwater

Carol 02 6682 4334

Mission AustraliaKyogle Carer Support Group

All carers Kyogle Carers LunchGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Please enquire 601 Grady's Creek Road via Kyogle

Jennifer 02 6621 6728

Mission AustraliaLismore Carer Support Group

All carers Lismore Carers Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Please enquire Lismore Art Gallery Café, 131 Molesworth Street, Lismore

Jennifer 02 6621 6728

NorthcottEarlyStart diagnosis support

All carers Carer luncheon, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Lennox Head, Beef and Beach Susan 0419 604 225

NorthcottLismore group

All carers Carers Care, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC, Lismore Kim 02 6620 6600

NorthcottRespite for Older Carers

Ageing carers Morning Tea on Richmond River Cruise, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Richmond River, Ballina Gayle 02 6620 6600

Northcott Disability Service, BallinaBallina, Community Participation Program

All carers Carers Information morning and luncheon, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC 14 Martin Street, Ballina Vicki 0418 288 740

Northern Rivers Arts Health and Wellbeing Inc - People in the community who are caring for a family member

All carers Conversations through art and body movementGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Corinne 0403 613 898




Parkinson's NSWParkinson's Support Group

Carers of people living with Parkinson's

Luncheon for carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Regatta Restaurant, Tweed Heads

Helen 02 6676 2549

Pottsville Beach Neighbourhood CentreSide by Side Asperger Family Support Group

Carers of people with Aspergers Syndrome

Side by Side Carers LunchGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October 11.30am

Pottsville Beach Neighbourhood Centre, 12a Elizabeth Street, Pottsville Beach

Debra 02 6676 0483

Pottsville Carer Support GroupDiabetes Support Group

Carers of people with diabetes

Social Gathering, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October evening

Pottsville Tavern, 28-40 Overall Drive, Pottsville

Ruth 02 6676 0411

Spinal Cord Injuries Australia Carers of people with spi-nal cord injury and other severe physical disability

Celebrating CarersGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Lismore Lee 02 6624 5499

Lower Clarence Carer Support Group All carers Carers Week LuncheonPlease enquire, limited availability and bookings are required

Friday, 18 October Yamba Shores Tavern, The Mainbrace, Yamba

Josephine 02 6645 1968 or 0400 110 768

Woolgoolga & Northern Beaches, Mental Health & Carers Support Group

All carers "Express Yourself", Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October

Community Hall, Woolgoolga Dusty 0408 065 256

Grafton Mental Health Carers Group All carers "Giving ourselves time" - Group enquiries are welcome but the event is fully booked


Lunch-Clocktower, Saraton Thea-tre, Prince Street, Grafton

Nev 02 6649 3660 or 0488 022 232

Aspect Far North Coast Centre for AutismParent Group for children with Autism 0-6 years - Casino


Pampering morningThe event is by invitation

TBC Jumbunna Early Intervention Centre, Casino

Cath 02 6628 3660

Aspect Far North Coast Centre for Autism - Weekly parent group for children with Autism 0-6 years - Ballina


Pampering sessionThe event is by invitation

TBC Ballina Early Intervention Centre Cath 02 6628 3660

Aspect Far North Coast Centre for Autism - Weekly parent information and support group for children with Autism 0-6 years - Byron shire



TBC Byron Shire Early Intervention Centre, Byron Bay

Cath 02 6628 3660

Aspect Far North Coast Centre for Autism - Weekly parent information and support group for children with Autism 0-6 years - Grafton



TBC Early Intervention Centre Grafton Cath 02 6628 3660

Ballina Early InterventionBEI Parent Groups


Pampering DayThe event is by invitation


Ballina Sue 02 6686 6889

Byron Shire Early Intervention Carers of children with a disability

Byron Early Intervention Carers Week EventThe event is by invitation

TBC TBC Ella 02 6685 3023

Kyogle District Care ConnectionsCare Connections

Carers of frail aged or people with a disability

Pamper DayThe event is by invitation

TBC Kyogle Seniors Centre, 6 Bloore Street, Kyogle

Kathryn 02 6632 2194

NorthcottPeer support group, for mums with kids with disabilities

Carer mums of children with disabilities

Mums pamper and lucheon dayThe event is by invitation

TBC Ballina Tamara 02 6620 6600

R.E.D. (Realising Every Dream) IncorporatedParents and Service Users Advisory Committee

Carers of children or young adults with a disability

Parents, Service Users and Carers Big Day Out Together - The event is by invitation, but group and individual enquiries are welcome


TBC Tim 02 6622 3400

Schizophrenia Fellowship of NSWBallina Mental Health Carers Support Group

Carers of people living with schizophrenia

LunchThe event is by invitation

Sunday, 13 Oc-tober

TBC Lee 02 6687 8708 or 0407 542 623

Southern Cross Care Community CareCasino Community Care

All carers For Carers who care- Culture, Company, CuisineThe event is by invitation

TBC Richmond Valley Council, Casino, Eltham Pantry, Eltham Village, Eltham Inn, Eltham Village

Rosie 0408 467 813




HUNTER

Biala Services Inc, Charlestown Caring Group and Stroke and Disability Information (Hunter) Inc

All carers Singing in SpringThe event is open


Charlestown Multi-Purpose Cen-tre, 17 James Street, Charlestown

Jalisa 02 4943 9741, Margaret 02 4942 1117 or Judy 02 4943 9786

Maitland HACC Forum Carers of frail aged persons or persons with a disability

Carers Morning TeaThe event is open


Maitland Town Hall, 285 High Street, Maitland

Debbie 02 4934 9758

NovacareMilpara Novacare, Ailsa Craig Respite Cottage

All carers Carers Event - EveningThe event is open and group enquiries are welcome

TBC Novacare, Ailsa Craig Respite Cottage, 145 Lindsay St, Hamilton

Joseph 1300 363 654

Educare Carer Support Service All carers Carer Connections Movie Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Event Cinemas, 1 Stockland Drive, Glendale

June 02 4985 5721

Lake Macquarie Mental Health ServiceCare n Share Group

All carers A Carers Journey - The Universal Thread makes up the Fabric of Care, The event is open

Friday, 18 October10.00am - 11.30am

29 Smith Street, Charlestown Stephanie or Leah 02 4904 9050

Maitland Neighbourhood Centre IncMaitland Carers Group

All carers Memories in the Museum, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Thursday, 24 October 10am

Newcastle Museum, Honeysuck-le Drive, Newcastle

Naomi 02 4932 0950

Newcastle Temporary Care Ltd"Give Me A Break" Support Group

Parent carers of children with high support needs

Lunch at Ducks Crossing, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Ducks Crossing Restaurant, 50a Burton Road, Mount Hutton

Toni 02 4957 5008

NorthcottSupport Networks

Carers of young people with a disability aged 0–17 years

Carers Lunch Celebrating Carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


The Kent Hotel, Beaumont Street, Hamilton

Julie 02 4935 0400

Samaritans FoundationSamaritans Kinship Care Support Group

All carers A Day at the Movies, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Saturday, 19 October 10am

Lake Cinema, Boolaroo Karen 0429 914 553

TransCare Hunter Ltd All carers TransCare Carers Morning Tea Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


TransCare Boardroon, Rear of 214 Kelly Street, Scone

Samm 02 6545 3113

Families Supporting Families All carers Carers celebration dinner and evening out, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Newcastle Fiona 0417 431 562

Commonwealth Carer Respite HunterCarer Respite, Mental Health Carers, Dementia Carers, Severe and Profound Carers, Dementia Carer Education

All carers Carers Spring Fling LuncheonThe event is by invitation


Hamilton Tafe, 91 Parry Street, Newcastle West

Daryn 02 4924 6090

Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Neighbour AidHawks Nest Tea Gardens Carers

All local carers Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Carers Week LuncheonThe event is by invitation to carers registered with Hawks Nest / Tea Gardens Neighbour Aid and the CRCC in our local community

Monday, 14 October9.30am

Cookabarra Resturant and Barra-mundi Farm, 476 Marsh's Road, Bobs Farm, Nelson Bay

Lisa 02 4997 1143

Hunter River Community SchoolParent & Carers Support Network


NDIS Info Day & LuncheonThe event is by invitation

TBC 44 George Street, East Maitland John 02 4933 5844

Southlakes Carers IncSouthlakes Carers Support

All carers Lunch and a movieThe event is by invitation

TBC Starting at Morisset Multipurpose Centre, 143 Dora St, Morisset

Margaret 02 4973 3855

Hunter Connect Families Carers of people in the Hunter Connect network

Carers DinnerThe event is by invitation

Tuesday, 15 October 6.30pm

Bull n Bush Hotel, Ferrodale Rd, Medowie

Samuel 0414 456 572

ILLAWARRA

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District Carer Pro-gram, Shoalhaven Carer Education Group

All carers Caring for CarersAn open event for carers

TBC Kiama Showground Kerrie 02 4424 6386

The Salvation ArmyOff Our Rockers (OORF) Carer Group

Older carers of people with mental health issues, including those caring for grandchildren

Show and Tell - Event is open to all family carers but has limited availability and must be pre-booked


Depart/Return Wollongong-Canberra

Marilyn 02 4229 1079

Ulladulla Men's Shed All carers Carers Picnic Day Out - The event is open Tuesday, 15 Oc-tober

Picnic/BBQ in a park, TBC Bruce 02 4454 5755

Nowra Stroke and Carers Group Carers of stroke survivors Carers week BBQ and Pampering Day - The event is open to carers of stroke survivors, but has limited avail-ability, please enquire

Wednesday, 16 October 10am-2pm

Nowra, TBC Teresa 02 4422 1353

Aftercare Family and Carer Education and Support Program, FACES Wollongong Nowra and Ulladulla

All carers Day Trip to NanTien Temple at Berkley, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Nan Tien Temple, Princes High-way, Berkley

Kerry 02 4422 1547




Bay and Basin Community ResourcesBBCR Carer Support Group

Carers of frail aged people who live in the community

Picnic/BBQ - Individual enquiries are welcome, but event has a set capacity with attendance needing to be pre-booked.

TBC Greenfield's Beach, Vincentia Michelle 02 4422 7422

CatholicCare WollongongFamily & Sibling Support Program - Parents Cof-fee Club

Carers of a child with a disability or chronic illness

SIBS Parents LuncheonGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC, Wollongong Kath 02 4254 9332

Illawarra Brain Injury ServiceShoalhaven Brain Injury Support Group

Carers of a person with a brain injury

Dolphin Cruise Jervis Bay, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Thursday, 17 October 10.30am

Dolphin Watch, 30 Owen Street, Husskison

Jennifer 02 4423 3724

Illawarra Multicultural ServicesIMS Intensive Family Support Social Group

All carers of IMS clients IMS Carers Little Day Out, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Wednesday, 16 October 9.30am-2.30pm

17 Auburn Street, Wollongong Fiona 02 4229 6855

Interchange Illawarra / Big Fat SmileMy Time Wollongong

Parent carers of children under 5 years with disabilities or chronic illness

My Time Carers Week Special Morning TeaGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC My Time Special Morning Tea, Lysaght Street, Wollongong

Kylie 02 4227 1079

ISLHD - Multicultural Health ServiceSerbian Speaking Carers Support Group

Serbian speaking carers To attend gathering with other CALD carers support groups, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability please enquire


Botanical Gardens, Wollongong Multicultural Health Service 02 4221 6770

Just Better Care Illawara/Southern Highlands All carers Carers Week Free Movie Day, Group enquiries are wel-come, but the event has limited availability

TBC Warrawong Hoyts, Westfield Shopping Centre, Cowper St, Warrawong or Shellharbour Greater Union, 4 Memorial Dr, Shellharbour

Jason 02 4298 4666

Macedonian Welfare Association of NSW IncMacedonian Carer Support Group

Macedonian speaking carers

Macedonian Carers Nature Walk, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens, Parish Avenue, Mount Pleasant

Rada 02 4275 2266

North Kiama Neighbourhood Centre All carers Black Beach Kiama Carers Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Wednesday, 16 October10am

Black Beach Kiama Harbour, Ter-ralong Street, Kiama

Sharon 02 4237 8422

Schizophrenia Fellowship of NSWUlladulla Carers Group

Carers of people living with schizophrenia and other mental illnesses

"Time for the Carer", Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 14 October 10am

Ulladulla and Districts Community Resources Centre

Lynne 02 4285 0019

Shoalhaven Women's Health Centre Ageing carers of young people

Grandma Versus Stress Survival Guild to Raising Your Grandchildren, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Sunday, 13 October10.30am

Shoalhaven Women's Health Centre, 5 McGrath Avenue, Nowra

Tracy 02 4421 0730

South Coast Portuguese AssociationPortuguese Carers Group

Portuguese speaking carers

Sea Breeze, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability, please pre-register for catering purposes

Tuesday, 15 October

Wollongong Harbour Angela 02 4274 3664

The Shepherd Centre Wollongong Carers of deaf children Morning tea for carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC 48 Dempster Street, West Wollongong

Berthe 02 9351 7885

Albion Park HACC CentreAlbion Park HACC Centre Carers Support Group

Carers of young people with a disability, aged care or dementia

Carers week LunchThe event is by invitation

Tuesday, 15 October 12pm

Albion Park HACC Centre in the Albion Park Show Ground, Off Tongarra Road Albion Park

Sandra 02 4257 9036

Bundanon Trust - East Nowra Neighborhood Centre, Cerebral Palsy Alliance Carers

All carers Carers Week @ BundanonThe event is by invitation

Friday, 18 October 533 Bundanon Road, Illaroo via Nowra

Mary 02 4422 2115

CatholicCare WollongongYourTime, Carer counselling, support and advo-cacy

All carers Carers Week Care Aware LunchThe event is by invitation

Monday, 14 Oc-tober

Costa Azzura, 71 Princes High-way, Fairy Meadow

Cassandra 02 4254 9330

Headspace WollongongCaring for Carers

Carers of young people experiencing a mental health issue

Luncheon that recognises the support Carers provideBy invitation to clients of headspace Wollongong

Monday, 21 October 12.30pm

TBC Cara 02 4220 7660

Headway Illawarra Inc Carers of people with a brain injury

Relaxation morning and lunchThe event is by invitation

TBC TBC Robyn 02 4226 4179

Illawarra Commonwealth Respite & Carelink Centre, Carer Connect

Carers of the frail and aged

Caring for YourselfThe event is by invitation

Tuesday, 15 October,10am

Meadows Cottage, 29 McGrath Street, Fairy Meadow

Carla 02 4295 5532




Illawarra In Home SupportCarer support group

All carers Afternoon tea for all carers currently attending IIlawarra In Home Support Carers support goup.The event is by invitation

Friday, 18 October1.30pm

Kiama Community HACC Centre, Hindmarsh Park, Cnr Terralong & Collins Streets, Kiama

Myriam 02 4232 0475

Interchange Illawarra - Interchange Illawarra Parent/Carer Health & Wellbeing Group

All carers Carers Week LuncheonThe event is by invitation

TBC Café V Foleys Lane Wollongong Kylie 02 4227 1079

Mental Health Carers ARAFMI IllawarraMental Health Carers Support Group


Carers Morning Tea and PamperingReferral by other agencies are accepted

Tuesday, 15 October

Elite Hair and Beauty Academy, Atchison Street, Wollongong

Kelly Parrish 02 4254 1699 or 0430 570 702

Multicultural Communities Council of IllawarraMulticultural Dementia Carers Support group


Lunch & Pamper dayThe event is by invitation

Wednesday, 23 October 11am

Cringila Home & Community Care Centre, 32-40 Lake Av-enue, Cringila

Elizabeth 02 4229 7566

INNER WEST

Concord Hospital Social Work DepartmentCarers Events

All carers, including working carers

Carers Week EventThe event is open, please contact to pre-book


Concord Library, Cnr Flavelle and Wellbank Street, Concord

Concord Library 02 9911 6210

Greek Orthodox Community of NSW LtdGreek Mature Aged Support Group

Greek speaking carers Carer Chitchat Morning TeaThe event is open


Hilda M Davis Community Cen-tre, 185 Bigge Street, Liverpool

Dominique George 02 9740 8310

Inner West Sydney Medicare LocalMental Health Respite Program

All carers Canterbury ConnectsThe event is open to anyone


TBC, Canterbury Suhasini 02 8752 4925

Social Work Department, Concord Hospital All carers Celebrating Carers 2013 - Large stall at market day with show bags and information for carers - The event is open


Concord Hospital on the lawn Megan 02 9767 5000 Pgr 60769

Strathfield Council, Supporting carers in the Strathfield LGA

All carers Big Day Out for Carers. The event is open but pre-booking is essential.

TBC The bus will leave from 65 Homebush Road, Strathfield

Gerard 02 9748 9646

Australian Nursing Home Foundation LtdSo Wai Support Group

All carers Healthy Diet - Health Food Tips, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 28 October 10am

Lucy Chieng Gardens, Activity Room, 413-425 Beamish St, Campsie

Eliza 02 8741 0229

Burwood CouncilInner West Carers Week Working Party

All carers in LGA's: Ashfield, Burwood, Canada Bay, Canterbury, Leichhardt, Marrickville and Strathfield

Bus outing to Tobruk Sheep Station, including transport, entry, lunch and show - The event is open but pre-booking is essen-tial. A $10 per person non-refundable booking fee must be paid by Friday 1 October. $10 is the total cost to carers.

Saturday, 19 October 8.45am

Tobruk Sheep Station in Maroota, NSW. Departing and returning to Woodstock Community Centre, 22 Church Street, Burwood

Claire 02 9367 9146

Canterbury Earlwood CaringCentre based daycare (Carer)

All carers Carers Lunch Out, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October St. George Sailing Club, 2 Riverside Drive, Sans Souci

Donata 0412 773 967 or 02 9554 7124

Ethnic Child Care, Family and Community Services Co-op, Turkish Carer Support Group/ Multicultural Arts Group

Turkish carers Carers Week Day Trip to Tobruk Sheep StationGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC 5050 Old Northern Road, Maroota

Nelly 02 9569 1288

FRANS Ageing Carers Carers High Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event is fully booked

TBC TBC Debbie 02 9797 5314

KooranaMy Time Group for Carers

Carers of children with special needs

Lunch for Carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Cafe in the inner west, accessible with public transport

Helen 02 9750 4100

Leichhardt CouncilInner West Carers Support

All carers A Day at the Sheep Farm, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC 5050 Old Northern Road, Maroota

Deborah 02 9367 9043

Polish Carers Support Group - Polish Australian Wel-fare Association - NRCP - Polish Respite and Carer Support Service

Polish carers Polish Carers Afternoon TeaGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Polish Club, Norton Street, Ashfield

Irmine 02 9716 0036

Schizophrenia Fellowship of NSWNOUS Greek Carer Support Group

Greek carers of people living with schizophrenia and other mental illnesses

Time to care for selfGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


TBC Sophie 02 9758 9400

St Basils All carers St Basil's Carers BBQGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Wednesday, 16 October 12pm

130 Croydon Street, Lakemba Martha 02 9784 3208




Sydney Local Health District - Inner West (Haber-field) Dementia Carers Group and Canterbury Dementia Carer Support Group


Carers Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Local café or club in the Inner West

Anne 02 9378 1258

Transcultural Mental Health CentreChinese Carers Support Group - Cantonese, Campsie

Chinese carers Chinese Carers LuncheonGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 11 November

Carrs Park, Yum Cha at Hurstville RSL

Irene 0404 790 433

Transcultural Mental Health Centre, Greek Carer Support Group - Campsie and Canterbury

Greek carers Greek Carers Cruise at Georges River, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Davy Robinson Drive, Moorebank Antonia 0414 865 637 or 02 9600 8096

Chinese Parents Association - Children With Dis-abilities Inc (CPA) - CPA Junior Group (Aged 4-12 years) & Youth Group (Aged 12 years or over)

Carers of young children and adolescents with a disability

Happy Carer Happy Time, Group enquiries are wel-come, but the event is fully booked

Saturday, 19 October 2.30pm

Belmore Youth Resource Centre 40 Redman Parade, Belmore

Mandy 0406 233 222

AnglicareAnglicare Carers Support Group - Inner West

Carers within the support coordination program

Lunch and music for carersThe event is by invitation

TBC 1 Sloane Street, Summer Hill Marianne 02 9798 1420

Concord Centre for Mental Health, Sydney Local Health District (Mental Health Service)

Carers of patients of Con-cord Centre for mental health

Carers BBQ eventThe event is open to carers of patients

TBC Riverside Centre, Concord Cen-tre for Mental Health, Hospital Road, Concord West

Simon 02 9767 8751

Concord Repatriation General Hospital - Consumer and Community Participation Network Committee

All carers Concord Repatriation General Hospital Carers Week event, The event is by invitation

TBC Concord Repatriation General Hospital

Heather 02 9767 6919

Gospel Fellowship of Families-People with a Disability Inc, Chinese Parents Support Group

Chinese parent carers of children with autism

Chinese Carers to celebrate the Carer Week ProgramThe event is by invitation

TBC10am

Darling Harbour Irene 0404 790 433

Koman Society Carers residing in the Inner West

Hi, it's our Birthday party - The event is by invitation Saturday, 19 October

TBC Karin 0409 304 389

Pathways Early Childhood Intervention Inc All carers Carers Morning Tea - The event is for families who are or who have used Pathways ECI services


Marrickville West Public School, Beauchamp Street, Marrickville

Elif 02 9572 8840

St Anthony's Family CareJust For You

All carers Just For You - Carers Morning TeaThe event is by invitation

TBC 9 Alexandra Avenue, Croydon Ailsa 02 9747 5782

We Help Ourselves (WHOS)WHOS Family Support

All carers Carers BBQ and awareness dayThe event is by invitation

TBC Glover Street, Lilyfield Candice 02 8572 7407

MID NORTH COASTACES IncPort Macquarie Carers

All carers Book of Carer Profiles (Carer stories)The event is open

TBC Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre

Dawn 02 6581 2348

Alzheimer's Australia NSWLaurieton Carer Support Group


Forget Me NotThe event is open to all carers


Timbertown, Wauchope Linda 02 6584 7444

Alzheimer's Australia NSWYounger Age Onset Dementia

Younger carers of people living with dementia

Tour of Trial Bay Gaol at South West RocksThe event is open but aimed at younger carers

TBC South West Rocks Linda 02 6584 7444

Alzheimer's Australia NSW All carers Hastings Annual Carers Week Event, The event is open, but please pre-register for catering purposes

Monday, 14 October, 9am

Port Macquarie Panthers, 1 Bay Street, Port Macquarie

Kaylene 02 6584 7444

Great Lakes Carers Action NetworkGreat Lakes Community Options Projects

Carers of people with a disability or frail aged

Carers Pampering DayThe event is open

Friday, 18 October9.30am

Taree Railway Bowling Club Matt Dalley 02 6555 5525

Hastings District Respite Care Inc All carers Barbecue for Carers, The event is open, however please enquire as space is limited

Friday, 18 October Greenmeadows Centre, 91 Greenmeadows Drive, Port Macquarie

Raymond 02 6581 4544

Mid North Coast Local Health DistrictCoffs Coast Carers Week Interagency Group

All carers in Bellingen and Nambucca LGA's

Carers Day 2013 Coffs HarbourAn open event for carers


The Norm Jordan Pavilion at the Coffs Harbour Show Ground, 123 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour

C'Wealth Respite & Carelink Centre 1800 052 222

Northcott Disability ServicesNorthcott Family Support Group


Carers Day 2013 - Celebrating carers in the Coffs Harbour Community, An open event for carers


Norm Jordan Pavilion Coffs Harbour Showgrounds, 123 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour

Bronwyn 02 6651 2366

Commonwealth Respite & Carelink Centre Mid North Coast

Carers in the Great Lakes Area

Visit to The Barramundi Farm at Bob's FarmAn open event for carers, RSVP as places are limited

Monday, 14 October

Meet at the Tea Gardens Library Car Park at 9am to travel by bus

Lisa or Barb 02 4997 1143





Carers in the Nambucca Area

Carers Luncheon. An open event for carers, RSVP is essential as places are limited

Tuesday, 15 October11am-3pm

Mad Hatters Tea Garden, 27 High Street, Bowraville



Carers in the Kempsey Area

Luncheon at BrindabellaAn open event for carers, RSVP by 2 Oct

Wednesday, 16 October 11am-3pm

Brindabella, Kempsey C'Wealth Respite & Carelink Centre 1800 052 222


Carers in the Great Lakes Area

Whale watching and luncheonAn open event for carers, RSVP by 30 Sep as places are limited

Thursday, 17 October9.30am-2pm

Carers to meet at Memorial Drive (on the water) at Forster



Young carers Learn to surfAn open event for young carers, RSVP asap to book your spot


TBC C'Wealth Respite & Carelink Centre 1800 052 222

Alliance to improve mental health services - Mid North Coast, Coffs Harbour Mental Health Carers Support Group


Peer Support - Day Out, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Movies or Jetty Theatre Yvonne 02 6652 8633

Alzheimer's Australia NSWForster Younger Onset Dementia Carers Group

Carers of younger people living with dementia

Boat Cruise, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Waterline Boat Shed, Little Street, Forster

Ellen 02 6584 7444

Alzheimer's Australia NSWTaree Dementia Carer Support Group




Waterline Boat Shed, Little Street, Forster

Ellen 02 6584 7444

Alzheimer's Australia NSWTea Gardens Dementia Carer Support Group




Public Wharves, Marine Drive, Tea Gardens

Ellen 02 6584 7444

Bucketts Way Neighbourhood CentreGloucester Carer Support Group


Carers Luncheon, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Margaret 02 6515 1800

Coffs Harbour Early Childhood Intervention ProgramMyTime Coffs Harbour


My Time Afternoon Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October12.30pm

Butterfly House, 5 Strouds Road, Bonville

Cathy 02 6651 9787

Coffs Harbour Early Childhood Intervention ProgramPlayConnect Coffs Harbour


PlayConnect Morning Tea - The event is open to carers of children 0-6 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder, but has limited availability


Coffs Harbour Cathy 02 6651 9787

Commonwealth Respite & Carelink Centre Mid North Coast, CALD Carers Taree area

CALD carers Wellbeing & information day for Carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Harrigans Irish Pub, Josephine Boulevarde, Harrington

Judith 02 6568 4164

Manning Support Services IncMSS Respite Options Carers group

All carers Carers BBQ in the park, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Wingham Brush Park, Wingham Nicole 02 6551 1800

Ngambaga Bindarry Girrwaa Community Services Inc"Caring Naturally"

Aboriginal carers both young and ageing

Walking our way through colour, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Scott's Hea Reserve Rachael 02 6564 7559

Manning/Taree Carers Support Group All carers Carers support group lunch and social outing, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Harrigans Irish Pub, Josephine Boulevarde, Harrington

Denise 02 6515 1800

Manning Valley Disability Housing Action Group Inc

All carers Luncheon Get together, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event is fully booked

TBC Bent on Food, 49 Isabella Street, Wingham

Lyn 02 6553 7354

Alzheimer's Australia NSWCoffs Harbour Dementia Carer Support Group


Carers Week Morning TeaThe event is by invitation


TBC Judy 02 6651 6415

Alzheimer's Australia NSWPort Macquarie Alzheimer's Support Group

Caring for a person living with dementia

Morning Tea Event - Invitation extended to all members of the Port Macquarie Carer Support Group


Abundance Café and Garden Centre, 274 Rawdon Island Rd, Port Macquarie

Kaylene 02 6584 7444

Booroongen Djugun LimitedRespite Service

All carers of our regis-tered clients

Carers Information Day & BBQ LunchThe event is for carers of our registered clients

Friday, 18 October Booroongen Djugun Community Centre

Veronica 02 6560 2100

Great Lakes Neighbour AidForster-Tuncurry Dementia Carers Support Group & Forster-Tuncurry Generalist Carers Support Group

All carers Pampering day / Bus outing, The event is by invitation to current members of the support groups

TBC TBC Marlene 02 6555 5525

Manning & Great Lakes Early Intervention IncMy Time Support Group

Carers of young children with a disability

Pamper by the PoolThe event is by invitation to My Time parent/carers

TBC YMCA Aquatic Centre, Manning River Drive, Taree North

Lynne 02 6552 7333

Newidafe Inc All carers Thank you luncheonThe event is by invitation


Thai Touch Tide Restaurant, Gordon Street, Port Macquarie

Pauline 02 6583 5545




Northcott Taree Support GroupDisability Carer Group; Individual and family support


Wallis Lake Lunch CruiseThe event is by invitation

Monday, 21 October

Free Spirit Waterline Boat Shed, Little Street, Forster

Bronwyn 0419 766 435

NEPEAN

Blue Mountains Women's Health and Resource Centre, Mental Health Carers Group

Female carers of people with a mental illness

Women Carers DayThe event is open, please enquire for catering purposes

TBC Blue Mountains Women's Health and Resource Centre, 124 Lurline Street, Katoomba

Suzie 02 4782 5133

Katoomba Neighbourhood Centre IncMale Carers and Men's Group Workshops

Male carers Blokes, Groups & Services, Connecting to Community and Other Useful Ideas - The event is open, please enquire


Katoomba Neighbourhood Centre, 6-10 Station Street, Katoomba

Marlene 02 4758 9110

Anglican Retirement VillagesLeonay & Blaxland Houses Carers Support

All carers Penrith & Blue Mountains Carers Social Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


7 Urbane Street, Leonay Vicki 02 4735 8541

Autism & Aspergers Support Group Inc All carers Carer BBQ and Games Night, Group enquiries are wel-come, but the event has limited availability


AASG Office, Stewart Street, South Windsor

Josene 0425 380 575

Lameko IncCarers Lameko Foundation

CALD carers Time out for carers … Meet & greet, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Dorothy 0451 525 363

Nepean Food Services All carers Care to Dine?, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC La Piccola Villa, 14 Woodriff Street, Penrith

Angela 02 4733 7200

Springwood Neighbourhood Centre Cooperative LtdDementia Carer Support Group


LuncheonGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October12pm

Norman Lindsay Gallery Cafe, Grose Road, Faulconbridge

Celia 02 4751 3033

St Finbar's Catholic ChurchCaring for Carers Morning Teas

All carers Come and be spoilt - Be pamperedEnquiries are welcome


St Finbar's Parish Center, Levy Street, Glenbrook

Kathleen 02 4739 2651

Transcultural Mental Health CentreArabic Carer Support Group-Mount Druitt

Arabic carers Carers Week CruiseGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Georges River, Sydney Gisele 0410 624 416

Lower Mountains Neighbourhood CentreCarers Club

All carers Morning Melodies and Devonshire TeaThe event is by invitation to Carers Club Members, then open to all carers in our local area – Lapstone to War-rimoo, please enquire

TBC10am

597 High Street, Penrith Peta 02 4739 1164

Mt Druitt Hospital Carers of registered pa-tients of the hospital

Carers week celebrationsThe event is by invitation, for carers of registered patients

Tuesday, 15 October

Kingswood TAFE and Mt Druitt Hospital

Sandra 02 9881 8000 (Pgr 7542)

Multicultural Carer Support Group - CALD social support program - Anglicare Community Care

CALD carers Carers Week Celebration with different culturesThe event is by invitation


Tudor Lodge, 53-55 Ettalong Road, Greystanes

Khalil 02 8805 0937

NADO For carers of NADO clients

Carers Week celebration, Harley Davidson trike ride and luncheon - The event is by invitation for carers of NADO clients, please enquire

Friday, 18 October10.30am

28 Gidley Street, St Marys Linda 02 9623 9855

NEW ENGLAND

Armidale Dumaresq Council, integratedliving Australia Ltd and New England Medicare Local

All carers Healthy Carers to deliver healthy careAn open event for carers, please enquire

Tuesday, 15 October

Yaraandoo Eco Lodge, 194 Point lookout Road, Ebor

Stephanie 02 6770 3826, Angela 02 6771 3251 or Sally 02 6771 1146

Inverell HACC ServicesInverell HACC Dementia Support Group

All carers Time Out for CarersThe event is open


48 Oliver Street, Inverell Sandy 02 6722 5888

Tamworth Regional Council- New England Carer Support Service - Tamworth Carer Support Group and Barrabra Carers

All carers Carers Week Celebration - The event is open but pre-booking is essential as there are limited spaces


Tamworth Community Centre, Capital Theatre

Kerry 02 6766 4480




Glen Innes Severn Council - Garden CourtGarden Court Carer Support Group

All carers 2013 Carers Week "Be Care Aware" Luncheon, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Crofters Cottage, Australian Standing Stones,Watson Drive, Glen Innes

Jane 02 6730 2430

Gwydir HACC Services Inc All carers Carers Luncheon and pampering, The event is open to other carers but has limited availability.


Post Office Hotel, Frome Street, Moree

Stephanie 02 6752 1153

Liverpool Plains Shire CouncilLiverpool Plains Shire Council HACC Services

All carers Carers Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Ricardos, Station Street, Quirindi Belinda 02 6746 1755

Millrace Hostel All carers Thank you BBQ, with relaxation yoga and pampering, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


422 Rouse Street, Tenterfield Leonnie 02 6736 2622

Northern Links NSW Incorporated - Tenant Par-ticipation Resource Service

All carers "I'm not just a number"Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Ascent Day Services Community Garden

Wendy or Kate 02 6771 3236

Mental Health Support Group for Carers All carers Relax, Recharge and RebootGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Armidale NSW Isabelle 02 6772 3211

Care for Children with Disabilities IncSiblings Weekend

Sibling carers of children with disabilities

Siblings WeekendThe event is by invitation

TBC Coffs Harbour Katrina 02 6771 2506

Tamworth Regional CouncilAboriginal Carer Support Group

Aboriginal carers Aboriginal Carer Support DayThe event is by invitation

Friday, 18 October Community Care at Darling Street, Tamworth

Raelene 02 6766 4480

NORTHERN SYDNEY

Central Coast Local Health District Carers of people living with dementia

Open Day - Meet and Greet, introduce resourcesThe event is open

Tuesday, 15 October

Long Jetty Community Health Care Centre, 64 Wyong Road, Killarney Vale

Mo 02 4336 7843

Hunters Hill CouncilHunters Hill Community

All carers Carers Morning TeaThe event is open


Deckhouse, Woolwich end of Clarke Rd, Woolwich Dock, Woolwich

Tania 02 9879 9454

Hunters Hill Ryde Community ServicesCarers of Age

Carers of people who are frail aged

Carers of Aged 'Be Care Aware' bus trip and lunchThe event is open to carers who register with HHRCS


Berowra Waters Fish Café Rosemary 02 9817 0101

Hunters Hill Ryde Community ServicesCarers of Young Adults with Disabilities (YADs)

Carers of young adults with disabilities

"Be Care Aware" dinnerThe event is open to carers who register with HHRCS


Hunters Hill Bowling Club Rosemary 02 9817 0101

Hunters Hill Ryde Community ServicesKorean Cockatoos

Korean carers of children with autism and intellectual disabilities

"Be Care Aware" lunchThe event is open to carers who register with HHRCS


TBC Rosemary 02 9817 0101

Indonesian Welfare Association Indonesian speaking carers

Care Aware Celebration, The event is open to Indo-nesian speaking carers and seniors, please RSVP for catering purposes

Friday, 11 October Max Webber Library, Level 1, Func-tion Room 2, Corner Flushcombe Road & Alpha Street, Blacktown

Ana 02 9807 5185 (Tue-Thu)

Parkinson's NSWHornsby Ku-ring-gai Support group


Carers Morning TeaThe event is open

Friday, 4 October10am

Turramurra Uniting Church, Turramurra Avenue, Turramurra

Richard 02 9482 2994

Richard Geeves Respite ServicesThe Friends of The Richard Geeves Centre

Carers of people with dementia living at home

Carers Morning TeaThe event is open but please pre-book

TBC The Richard Geeves Centre, 8 Murrua Road, North Turramurra

Catherine 02 9416 6041

Bridge2CareBridge2Care

Carers of cancer patients bridge2care BridgeClimb, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Sunday, 13 October 9am

Sydney Harbour Bridge Borka 0431 499 129

Carer Support NSLHD Male carers and carers as partners in health

Carers week lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Mary 02 9998 0811

Early Education (EarlyEd) IncCaring for Carers


Caring for Carers of children with disabilities, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 14 October to Friday, 18 October

Early Ed centres in Northern Sydney and Cumberland Prospect

Lesley 02 9897 1511

Northern Beaches Community Services LtdCarers Program

All carers TBC, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Northern Beaches Community Services LtdMulticultural Carers Program

CALD carers TBC, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability





Ryde Family Support ServiceGrandparent Carer Support Group

Grandparent Carers Grandparent Carer Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC12.30pm

West Ryde, TBC Helen 02 9334 0133

Hunters Hill Ryde Community ServicesCarers of Autism and Diverse Disabilities (CAD)

Carers of people with au-tism and diverse disabilities

"Be Care Aware" lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event is fully booked

TBC Lee's Golden Yuen, Chinese restaurant, Rozelle

Rosemary 02 9817 0101

Mosman CouncilMosman Carers Group

All carers Carers Week Celebration, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event is fully booked

TBC TBC Liz 02 9978 4089

The Wisemans Ferry Sunshine Group Inc Carers of cancer patients and aged support

Caring for the Carers luncheonEnquiries are welcome but the event is fully booked


The Retreat at Wisemans Lois 02 4566 4481 or 0434 149 335

Hammond CareLane Cove Carers Group

All carers Outing and BrunchThe event is by invitation


TBC, North Shore Charles 02 8437 7377

Hammond CareNorthern Suburbs Caring Partners

Caring for partners DinnerThe event is by invitation

TBC 6pm TBC, Roseville Charles 02 8437 7377

Minimbah Challenge Inc Parent carers of adults with a disability

Celebration of CareThe event is by invitation

Friday, 18 October 1pm

Minimbah, 10 Vincentia Street, Marsfield

Joy 02 9887 2299

MND NSW & Macarthur Community OptionsCampbelltown MND Support Group

Carers of people living with motor neurone disease

Pampering Day for CarersThe event is by invitation

Tuesday, 15 October

Eagle Vale Central, Cnr Emerald Dr and Feldspar Rd, Eagle Vale

Ann 02 8877 0919

Prader Willi Syndrome Association NSW IncPrader Willi NSW

Parents of children and adults with Prader Willi Syndrome

High Tea Pamper AfternoonThe event is by invitation

TBC Wahroonga, TBC Cate 0409 975 581

Sunshine All carers of sunshine clients

Carers Week Morning Tea - The event is by invitation Friday, 18 October 11am

6 West Street, Pymble Vijen 0403 248 300

Carers for people with cancer Carers of cancer patients Cancer Carers Support Group - The event is by invita-tion

Monday, 14 Oc-tober

Crystal Palace Borka 02 9476 5978

ORANA/ FAR WEST

Collarenebri Health ServiceCommunity Health Department

All carers Care for yourself so you can care for othersThe event is open

Thursday, 17 October9.30am

CWA rooms, Wilson Street, Col-larenebri

Heather 02 6756 4888

Kids & Carers Support GroupKids & Carers Support Group Kandos/Rylstone

All carers Morning TeaThe event is open but please pre-register


Henbury Golf Club, Henbury Avenue, Kandos

Maureen 02 6379 4174 or [email protected]

Brewarrina Shire Council Young carers TBC, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


TBC Helen 02 6830 5000

Coonamble Parent Support Host Family Respite Inc

All carers Carers Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


38A/B Castlereagh Street, Coonamble

Sandra 02 6822 1438

Far West Dementia Advisory serviceDAS Support Group


Carers Morning Tea and Movie Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Broken Hill Silver City Cinema, Oxide Street, Broken Hill

Melanie 1300 005 060

Mudgee Community HealthMid Western ASD Education and Support Group

Carers of people with Au-tism Spectrum Disorder

Carers week lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Wineglass Bar and Grill, 97 Mar-ket Street, Mudgee

Catherine 02 6378 6236

Wellington Multi Service Centre IncWellington Carers Support Group

All carers Social interaction, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October

TBC Clare 02 6845 3474

Yarrabin Outreach IncDisability Services - Carers Group


Carers Morning TeaGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October 70 Bogan Street, Nyngan Michelle 02 6832 2266

Community Health Centre Lightning RidgeOrana Far West Dementia Respite Services

Carers of people with a disability or frail aged

To Celebrate Being WonderfulThe event is by invitation


3 Pandora Street, Lightning Ridge Patricia 02 6829 9927

Yarrabin Outreach IncDisability Services - Carers Group

Carers of people with a disability who access Yarrabin services

Carers Pamper DayThe event is by invitation


Cobar RSL Club Michelle 02 6870 1864




RIVERINA/ MURRAY

Catholic Community ServicesAdult Carers Support Group

All carers Mystery Bus Tour for CarersThe event is open

TBC Makeham Coaches Jenny 02 6932 4600

Parent Support Group (Formally COBS Parent Support Group), Coffee Connection

Carers of young adults with an intellectual disability

Celebrating Carers Week over coffeeThe event is open

Sunday, 13 October 9.30am

TBC Helen 02 6043 2070

Wagga Autism Support Group IncWagga Autism Support Group

Carers of people with Au-tism Spectrum Disorder

Forum with Afternoon TeaThe event is open

Sunday, 20 October 2pm

Willans Hill School Hall, Lord Baden Powell Drive, Wagga Wagga

Deborah 02 6922 9744

(The Cando's) Coolamon-Ganmain Health ServiceThe Gentle Exercise Group

All carers National Carers Day Out - Country Style, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October 9am-2pm

Leave Coolamon Community Centre at 9.30am

Clare 0427 693 281

Ageing, Disability and Home CareGriffith Carer Support Group

Carers of people with dementia or frail aged

Carers High TeaThe event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October

Yarran Wines, Myall Park Road, Yenda

Merylise 02 6960 2835

Griffith Aged Support ServiceTuesday Social Support Group

Carers of frail aged people and carers of people living with dementia

Carer High Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Yarran Wines, Myall Park Road, Yenda

Monica 02 6962 4515

Harden Shire CouncilLFE Personal Helpers and Mentors

All carers Carers Care, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Sharon 02 6386 0100

IntereachGriffith Mental Health Carers Support GroupIntereachIntereach Carer Group

All carers Griffith Carers High Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Yarran Wines, Yenda Diane 02 6969 7202

All carers Carer Week River Cruise, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Berrigan Shire Cath 03 5890 5200

Open Minds Brighter FutureOpen Minds Brighter Future

All carers Carers outing, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


TBC Heather 0434 348 856

Batlow Carers Support Group All carers Carers Week, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Pioneer Street, Batlow Margaret 0488 535 301

Border Carers Reference Group All carers Carers Week Luncheon, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Banksia Room, Commercial Club, Albury

Susan 02 6021 5882

Griffith and Leeton Carers Support Group All carers Carer Morning Tea, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Griffith Central Sharon 02 6962 1730

Allawah Lodge HostelSupporters of Allawah Lodge

All carers Thank you LuncheonThe event is by invitation

TBC Allawah Lodge Hostel, Cnr Mir-rool & Stinson Streets, Coolamon

Heather 0427 273 747

Forrest Community Services All carers Pamper Session for FCS Client CarersThe event is open to all FCS client carers


Natural Health N Healing Centre, 1 Karoom Drive, Glenfield Park

Peter 02 6932 3009

NorthcottNorthcott Carer Support Group Wagga Wagga

Carers for people with a disability

Mystery Bus TourThe event is by invitation

TBC Ceramic, Yerong Creek Karen 02 6921 1996

SOUTH EAST SYDNEY

Hurstville City CouncilSESLHD Carers Program

Carers in the Hurstville area not associated with a regular group

Art for Health & Tap into New SkillsThe event is open

TBC St George Creative Art & Craft Centre, 23 St George Road, Penshurst

Brenda 02 9330 6091

Randwick City Council All carers Twilight Tour at the Prince Henry Nursing and Medical Museum, Little Bay - The event is open but bookings are essential


2 Brodie Avenue, Little Bay Lyn Smith 02 9387 4412 or [email protected]

Sutherland Shire Community Transport Carers of the frail and aged

Carers Day Out, a social outing The event is open, please enquire

TBC TBC Trish 02 9520 5238

Alzheimer's Australia NSW - St George Suther-land Dementia Advisory Service Carer Support Group


Bus Outing to Bundeena, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 14 October 4.30pm

Bundeena House, Bundeena Road

Ljubinka 02 9531 1928

ASPIRE Inc, Autism Spectrum Parents Information and Resource East

Parent carers of people with autism spectrum disorder

We Love Carers Dinner, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Pinocchios Restaurant, 35 Perouse Road, Randwick

Jan 0412 783 093


Calvary Healthcare SydneyMary Potter House - Dementia Daycare


Carers Week Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Mary Potter House Calvary Health-care, 111 Rocky Point Road, Kogarah

Leonie 02 9553 3562

CanRevive IncCanRevive Carer Support Groups

Mandarin or Cantonese speaking Chinese carers of cancer patients

Celebrating Carers Week 2013Group enquiries are welcome, but the event is by invitation only

TBC City: Level 4, 741 George St, Sydney. Hurstville: 8 Park Rd, Hurstville

Agnes 02 9212 7789

CatholicCareSouth East Dementia Carers Support group


Carers Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Hazelhurst Regional Gallery and Arts Centre, 782 Kingsway, Gymea

Dragana 02 8536 0855

Garrawarra CentreGarrawarra Centre Family Carers

All carers BBQ Lunch and Live Entertainment, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Garrawarra Centre, Carers Gar-den, Princess Highway, Waterfall

Shannon 02 8545 7468

Inner City Health Program - Mental Health Services Family and Carers Appreciation Day

All carers Family and Carers Appreciation Week, Group enquires are welcome but the event has limited availability

TBC The O'Brien Centre, 390 Victoria St corner Burton Street, Darlinghurst

Maria 0410 157 013

Irish Australian Welfare Bureau & Resource Centre NSW Inc

All carers A day at the bayGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Morning Tea at La Perouse and then lunch at Georges River Sailing Club, Sanoni Ave, Sandringham

Margaret 02 9300 8019

Lifestart (Eastern Sydney Branch)MyTime Chifley

Parent carers of children with disabilities

Celebrating Carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Lifestart Eastern Sydney, Mitchell St, Malabar

Jennifer 02 9311 0177

Macedonian Australian Welfare Associatio of Sydney Inc, Macedonian Carers Support Groups in Rockdale and Bankstown

Macedonian speaking carers

Trip to Cronulla beach, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Cronulla beach, Cronulla Zorica 02 9597 5455

Parent to Parent AssociationOlder Carers Morning Coffee Group

Ageing carers Coastal Lunch Outing, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Bus pick up from Sylvania for travel to Wollongong region

Helen 02 9522 8016

Pole Depot Community CentreCarers Anxiety Management Group

Carers experiencing anxiety

Carers Spring BallThe event is open to other carers but has limited availability.


Pole Depot Hall, 23 St Georges Road, Penshurst

Amal 02 9580 0688

Pole Depot Community CentreCarers of People with Dementia Day Group

Carers of people with Dementia

Carers Spring Ball, The event is open to other carers but has limited availability.



Amal 02 9580 0688

Pole Depot Community CentreCarers of People with Dementia Night Group

Carers of people with Dementia




Amal 02 9580 0688

Pole Depot Community CentreCarers of People with Mental Health Group





Amal 02 9580 0688

Pole Depot Community CentreCarers of People with Special Needs Group

Carers of people with a disability, chronic illness or frail aged.




Amal 02 9580 0688

Pole Depot Community CentreFormer Carers Group

Carers who have lost the person they cared for




Amal 02 9580 0688

Pole Depot Community CentreThe Up Group ( Carers Journey through Depression)

Carers who experience symptoms of depression




Amal 02 9580 0688

SESLHD Carers Program Carers living in the Sutherland Shire

Carers and mini golf, The event is open to other carers but has limited availability.


Putt Planet, 1/205 Port Hacking Road, Miranda

Katie Matthias 02 9542 6292

St George Migrant Resource Centre IncMulticultural Carers Support Group

All carers Carers Outing to the Blue Mountains - Group enquiries are welcome, the event is open to all pre-registered carers


Bus Outing to Blue Mountains Penny 02 9597 5455

Sutherland Shire Carer Support Service IncChinese Carer Support Group (Cantonese)

Cantonese speaking carers

Positive Caring Workshop, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 22 October

3a Stapleton Avenue, Sutherland Nora 02 9542 6292

Sutherland Shire Carer Support Service Inc - Social Support Group for Carers and Carers of people with dementia Group

All carers Carers Week CelebrationGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 11 OctoberDinner

Cronulla Ferries, Public Wharf, Tonkin Street, Cronulla

Kate 02 9542 6292

Sutherland Shire Carer Support Service Inc Mandarin and Greek speaking carers

Day trip to the Bowral Tulip Festival, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Thursday, 3 October

TBC, Bowral Nora 02 9542 6292 or Mary 0417 656 047

Sydney Multicultural Community ServicesMulticultural CALD carers group

CALD carers Picnic for Frail Aged Carers (CALD), Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Kyeemagh Reserve Nitesh 02 9663 3922




Sylvanvale Disability ServicesFamily Person Centred Approaches Learning Community

Carers of people with intellectual disabilities in the Sydney metro south area (Sutherland)

Family Person Centred Approaches Learning CommunityGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October10.30am

874-876 Rawson Avenue, Sutherland

Marti 0408 027 875

The Shepherd Centre Casula Carers of deaf children Lets get loud: Morning tea for Carers of deaf childrenGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has lim-ited availability

TBC 43 Graham Avenue, Casula Berthe 02 9351 7885

The Shepherd Centre Darlington Carers of deaf children Lets get loud: Morning tea for Carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


391 Abercrombie St, Darlington Berthe 02 9351 7885

Transcultural Mental Health CentreChinese Carers Support Group - Cantonese, Hurstville

Chinese carers Chinese Carers Luncheon, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 1 November

Outing - Carrs Park, Lunch at Wah Ying Restaurant, Hurstville

Irene 0404 790 433

Transcultural Mental Health CentreGreek Carer Support Group - Eastlakes and Rockdale

Greek carers Greek Carers Cruise at Georges River, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Davy Robinson Drive, Moorebank Antonia 0414 865 637 or 02 9600 8096

Working with families and carers in mental health programme, NSW Health

All carers Carer Event, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Thursday, 5 December

TBC Vicki 02 9540 7800

Coffee Club Dementia Support Group Carers of people living with dementia

Branch at the Park - The event is open, but please pre-book as there is limited availability

TBC Centennial Park Cafe Elizabeth 0406 857 181

St George/Sutherland Support Group of Parkinson's NSW


Carers Week Celebration - Group enquiries are wel-come, but the event has limited avaiability

TBC 93 Karimbla Road, Miranda David 02 9525 4002

Holdsworth Community Centre & ServicesCarers Support Program

Carers within the Hold-sworth Community Network

Buffet breakfastThe event is by invitation


488 George Street, Sydney Linda 02 9302 3600

Holdsworth Community Centre & ServicesEastenders


EastEnders Social OutingThe event is by invitation

Monday, 21 October

Bus to Pittwater, Ferry to Scotland Island and lunch at Church Point

Linda 02 9302 3600

Holdsworth Community Centre & ServicesFunsworth - Family Liaison


Funsworth - evening of food, film and familyThe event is by invitation

Friday, 11 October5.30pm-8.30pm

Holdsworth Community, 64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra

Renee Clarke 02 9302 3600

Keystone Community SolutionsDementia Centre Based Day Care


Keystone Carers Morning TeaThe event is by invitation


Hazelhurst Gallery Miranda Debbie 02 8558 4000

St Vincent's Hospital, Transplant Rehabilitation Support & Education Group

Carers of registered transplant patients of the hospital

Who Cares for the CarersThe event is by invitation


St Vincent's Public Hospital, Victoria Street, Darlinghurst

Melveta 02 8382 1111

SOUTH WEST SYDNEY

Braeside Hospital Carers of Braeside hospi-tal patients

Carer information and support morningThe event is open


Braeside Hospital, 340 Prairiev-ale Road, Prairiewood

Jenny 02 9616 8660

Wollondilly Shire Council Young Carers Young Carers Jameroo Trip, The event is open to all young carers in the Macarthur region


Jameroo Recreation Park, Albion Park

Gay 02 4677 1150

AlleviaArablink Program

Arabic carers Lunch for the carers and buying gifts, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Auburn RSL Club, 9 Northumber-land Road, Auburn

Lila 02 9773 2294

AlleviaBankstown Occasional Care

Carers in the bankstown area

Pampering Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC 24 Jacobs Street, Bankstown Nicole 02 9790 0600

Assyrian Australian Association Assyrian carers Sydney Attractions Visit, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC TBC Susan 0401 044 603

Bankstown City Aged Care Pty LimitedThe Betty Sussman Centre - Dementia Support Carers Group


Empowering Carers with KnowledgeGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


10.30am depart The Betty Suss-man Centre, 145 Rex Rd, Georges Hall, arriving at Alzheimer's NSW at 11.30am for about 1 hour fol-lowed by lunch, venue TBA

Marisa 02 8717 0184

Brand New Day Female Services IncorporatedCarer Pamper Day

All female carers Carer Pamper Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Sunday, 13 October

1 Mount Annan Drive, Mount Annan

Therese 0467 629 942




Cambodian-Australian Welfare Council NSW IncHealthy ageing project

Cambodian Carers Cambodian Carers Week, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


42 Cumberland St, Cabramatta Virack 02 8786 2581

Camden Community Connections All carers "A morning of Art Therapy - exploring self care awareness"Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Wednesday, 16 October10am

Community Office, Narellan Library Complex, Cnr Elyard and Queen Streets, Narellan

Mark 02 4647 1283

Catholiccare Ageing, Dementia and Disability CareSWS Co-LD Carer Support Co-ordinator - Vietnamese Mental Health Carers Support Group

Vietnamese carers Carers Week EventGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Chipping Northern Park Linda 02 8778 4222

Catholiccare Ageing, Dementia and Disability Care, SWS Co-LD Carer Support Co-ordinator - Vietnamese Mental Health Carers Support Group

Vietnamese carers Carers Week EventGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 7 October

Tuplip, Bowral Linda 02 8778 4222

Chinese Brain Injury Carers Support GroupLiverpool Brain Injury Rehab Unit

Carers of people with brain injuries

Yum Cha for Chinese Speaking Carers, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Great Century Chinese Restaurant, 23 Greenfield Parade, Bankstown

Lyly 02 8738 5495

Disability Services Australia Carers of people with a disability

Enhancing the mental health & wellbeing of people who care for people with a disability, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


103 Menangle Street, Picton Heather 02 8709 0919

Headway Adult Development ProgramAcquired Brain Injury Carer Support Group

Carers of people with an acquired brain injury

Carers Pamper DayGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Headway House, 6 Percy Street, Bankstown

Fiona 02 9790 0046

Indonesian Care GroupIndocare

Indonesian speaking carers

Traditional Indonesian music event (Angklung), Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Thursday, 28 November 1pm

Oceanic Peace Embassy, 824-826 George Street, Chippendale

Gustinia 0431 179 500

Macarthur Disability ServicesHaven Project Mental Health Carers

Carers of a person with a mental illness

Carer Stress Less Day, The event is open to all carers of a person with a mental illness.

Wednesday October 16

Mt Annan Botanical Gardens, Mt Annan Drive, Mt Annan

Silvia 02 4621 8400

Macarthur Disability ServicesMacarthur Autism Spectrum Family Support Group

Carers of people on the autism spectrum

Carers Week Luncheon and Pampering Day, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Campbelltown RSL, Carberry Lane, Campbelltown

Patrick 02 4621 8400

NorthcottCystic Fibrosis Carer Support Group - Campbelltown

Carers of children with Cystic Fibrosis

CF Carers Pamper Night, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Northcott, 3 Chamberlain Street, Campbelltown

Lisa 02 4640 8708

Special Needs Ability Program ProvidersSNAPP Miller My Time Suport Group

SNAPP Miller & Mt Pritchard, My Time Sup-port Group

Carers Week pamperingGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 14 October

88 Shropshire Street, Miller Lucy 02 4196 8157

Te Kete Kahurangi Inc All carers A Time For You Pamper DayGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC 4-6 Byrne Way, Airds Awhina 0416 070 613

The Haven Project, Community Links Wollondilly All carers "Books are Forever!" Memories of the good timesGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October Wollondilly Community Centre, Tahmoor

Elizabeth 0400 109 446

Transcultural Mental Health CentreArabic Carer Support Group-Bankstown

Arabic carers Bankstown Arabic Carers OutingGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Friday, 18 October Royal Botanical Gardens, Sydney Arige 0418 999 033

Transcultural Mental Health CentreCorazon Latine (Latin Heart) and Corazon y Trabajo (Heart and Work)

Spanish Carers, Liverpool and Fairfield

Talent morning and photo exhibitionGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Monday, 21 Oc-tober

Fairfield Community Centre, 25 Barbara Street, Fairfield

Blanca 02 9681 4956

Transcultural Mental Health CentreKhmer Carers Support Group - Cabramatta

Khmer Carers Khmers Carers CelebrationGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availabilityy

Friday, 25 October Cabramatta Immigrant Women's Health Service

Ravy 0403 928 924

Transcultural Mental Health CentreVietnamese Autism Carer Group and Mental Health Carer group - Liverpool

Vietnamese carers Carers Recognition DayGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


45 Scott Street, Liverpool Hanh 0413 142 024

Organisation/Group Open to type of carers Event When Where Contact



Western Sydney Autism Support Group Carers/parents of individuals with disability

Carers Lunch, Group enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


TBC Irene 0413 073 381

AlleviaBankslink

All carers Carers Support LuncheonThe event is by invitation

TBC 618 Tower Road Bankstown Gania 02 9773 8894

AlleviaRoselink

All carers Pamper DayThe event is by invitation

TBC 618 Tower Road Bankstown Gania 02 9773 8894

Allevia Vietlink

Vietnamese carers Carers Week Celebration 2013The event is by invitation


Auburn Botanical Garden, Chis-wick Road, Auburn

Mylinh 02 9773 8894

Camden District Care IncCamden District Activity Centre

All carers Thank you LuncheonThe event is by invitation

TBC 105 Argyle Street, Camden Susan 02 4654 6066

Carrington Centennial CareCarringtion In Home Support NRCP Respite Services

Carers of the frail aged residing in SWS

Tour and Lunch at olive farmThe event is by invitation

TBC TBC Brenda 02 4659 0368

NorthcottCarer Support Group

All carers of Northcott clients

Carers LuncheonThe event is by invitation

Tuesday, 15 October

Hunts Motel, Hume Highway Casula/Crossroads

Kim 08 8778 2307

Hong Fuk Chinese Carer Support Group Ageing Carers for people with a disability

Chinese Dumpling DemonstrationThe event is by invitation

Friday, 18 October 42 Cumberland Street, Cabramatta

Louise 0432 047 679

The Vietnamese Parents with Disabled Children in NSW Support Group Inc

Vietnamese carers Trip to CanberraThe event is by invitation

TBC Canberra Duyen 0422 205 900

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDSBombala CouncilBombala & District Carers Support Group

All carers within the Bom-bala District

Pampering DayThe event is open


140 Maybe Street, Bombala Geraldine 02 6458 4620

Sapphire support servicesBega valley carers support group

All carers Health & Wellbeing Expo - Look Good Feel GreatThe event is open

Sunday, 6 October10am-4pm

Oakland's Event Centre, Princes Highway, Pambula

Michaela 0413 136 006

Snowy River Shire Community ServicesGeneral Carer Support Group - Cooma - Snowy Carers Group

Carers of people who are frail aged, have a disability or who have a chronic illness

Celebrating Carers WeekThe event is open

Tuesday, 1 5 October

Berridale Community Hall Robyn 02 6451 1059

Alzheimer's Australia NSWCooma Coffee and Chat


Supporting and Celebrating CarersGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Berridale Community Hall, Ber-ridale

Verity 02 6652 3961

Alzheimer's Australia NSWEurobodalla Carer Support Group


Carers Bus Trip and PicnicGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Foxglove Spires, Tilba Tilba Gaye 02 44 743 843 or 0428 975 148

BCD Community CareThe Haven Project

Adult Male Carers & Male Young Carers

Men & Machines Fun DayGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability


Macarthur Anglican School, Cob-bitty Rd, Cobbitty

Shano 02 4871 3157

Braidwood Multipurpose ServiceBMPS Carers Group

All carers BMPS Carers Group Day OutGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

Tuesday, 15 October

Woodworks Café, Bungendore Judy 02 4842 2566

Queanbeyan Support Group for Carers All carers Carers Week LunchGroup enquiries are welcome, but the event has limited availability

TBC Royal Hotel, Cnr Crawford St & Monaro Hwy, Queanbeyan

Robyne 02 6297 6139

Eurobodalla Shire CouncilCarer Support Group

Carers of clients of Eu-robodalla Shire Council's Community Care Services

Caring for the CarerThe event is by invitation


Katinya Education Centre, Wom-ban Rd, Moruya

Shaneane 02 4474 1034

Southern NSW Local Health DistrictKids Group

Young carers of people with a mental illness

The ' Kirsten Mitchell Memorial Camp'The event is by invitation

Friday, 4 October Koloona Camp, Nowra Claire 0428 434 407

Organisation/Group Open to type of carers Event When Where Contact



There are over 2.6 mil lion unpaid family carers in Australia.

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Support Family and Friend Carers through participating in

CARERS DAY OUTMARTIN PLACE, SYDNEY TUESDAY 15 OCTOBER 2013 8AM-2PM

This event is FREE, does not require registration and is open to all carers and the general public. Come join the fun!

There are over 2.6 mil lion unpaid family carers in Australia.

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