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Reconciliation Week Events

Reconciliation Week is a time for all Canberrans to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. If you would like to experience Indigenous culture, here are some Reconciliation Week events you might be interested…

What’s on for carers in June?

Lots of great activities on offer for carers throughout June 2019. Educational activities include NDIS workshops, advocacy drop-on sessions, aged care fees and charges, home equity loans for seniors, supported decision making, carer self care, grief and loss, therapeutic writing and poetry. And of course, our weekly yoga, tai chi…

Reconciliation Week Lunch – You’re Invited!

Come and join us for lunch, music and cultural entertainment to celebrate Reconciliation Week. Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Places are limited, so please RSVP and let us know…

Carers ACT Newsletter: April-May 2019 out now

Stay up-to-date with the latest carer news in our April-May 2019 newsletter. Read here

Carers on Radio

Our inspiring, awesome carers are on radio! Have a listen to Darren and Rachel Rix's story on ABC Canberra, aired this week. [audio mp3="https://www.carersact.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/ABC-Radio-Carer-Series-Darren-and-Rachel-Rix-09-04-2019.mp3"][/audio] Thanks to journalist Kim Huynh for putting a great story together to raise awareness in the community about carers. More stories to…

Federal Budget 2019 – Support for Carers

The Federal Government has announced increased support for carers in this week's 2019 Federal Budget, with extra support for young carers. Key outcomes for carers includes: $84 million of additional funds to boost carer services, including respite. over 5,000 financial packages valued at up to $3,000 for practical supports. up…

Seniors Week is here 18-24 March!

It's Seniors Week this week! A time to celebrate the enormous contribution that older Canberrans make to our city. COTA ACT has organised a wonderful program of events. See here: https://www.cotaact.org.au/cota-act/seniors-week-2019 Free Bus Travel To help you get out and about to these events Seniors Card holders get free bus travel all…

Aged Care Free Seminar – All You Need To Know

Need assistance to navigate the 'aged care' maze? Carers ACT is holding a free half-day seminar on the aged care system. Gain valuable knowledge from the qualified presenters on ACT Aged Care Assessments; Centrelink payments and system changes, home care fees and charges; home care packages; subsidised equipment available for independent living;…

NEW! Seniors Social Group

Are you looking for regular social engagement and wellness activities with others your age? Then join our new Seniors Social Group, 'Wise & Well' for carers and friends. You'll get to meet great people, have delicious meals, learn new skills and enjoy…

Carers Newsletter for March

Get the latest news, tips and advice for carers in our Feb-Mar 2019 newsletter. Click here

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Reconciliation Week Events

Reconciliation Week is a time for all Canberrans to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements,…

What’s on for carers in June?

Lots of great activities on offer for carers throughout June 2019. Educational activities include NDIS workshops, advocacy…

Reconciliation Week Lunch – You’re Invited!

Come and join us for lunch, music and cultural entertainment to celebrate Reconciliation Week. Reconciliation must live…

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