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Year: 2019
Dec
18
2019
Respite support for carers within a recipient’s NDIS plan is NOW AVAILABLE
Good News for Carers of a person with a disability Respite for carers is now available within a recipient's NDIS plan. Please follow the link to the NDIS page for more information NDIS_How we can help Carers
Sep
27
2019
National Carers Week 2019 – Young Carers Celebration
National Carers Week is about recognising and celebrating the outstanding contribution unpaid carers make to our nation Shout Out to Young Carers - Street Celebration Come to have an afternoon of FUN in Civic Square (In front of the Canberra Theater, London Circuit) Friday 18th of October 2019 from 2:00…
Sep
20
2019
Canberra Hospital Patient Accommodation Service to be demolished
Input from Carers who have used the service is needed to develop alternative accommodation options The Canberra Hospital is currently considering ways to support carers and families who use the Patient Accommodation Services at the hospital. As part of new works the building which holds the residences will be demolished…
Aug
02
2019
Free 6 weeks course to help Mental Health Carers build skills across the six stages of the caring journey
Shall We Go Down the Rabbit Hole... Exploring the 6 phases of caring? (6 week course) This course will introduce students to the six phases of caring. We begin the journey prior to diagnosis through to diagnosis (what is it, what does it mean, how do you feel?) before exploring life…
Jul
03
2019
July Newsletter out now
The latest Carers Newsletter is now out. Find out the latest carer and NDIS updates.       Read here.
Jul
02
2019
What’s On for carers in July
Check out our latest calendar of events for carers for July 2019.   View here.  
Jun
24
2019
NDIS funding changes to in-kind supports
From 1 July 2019 the way the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) funds some public rehabilitation, aged and community services in the ACT will be changing. Canberra Health Services currently provides these services for consumers. These services were pre-paid for ACT residents under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) –…
Jun
24
2019
ACT Budget Summary for Carers
Here's an overview of the key points from the 2019-2020 ACT budget which may impact carers. ACT Budget Summary 2019   For more detailed information please visit the ACT Government budget website.
Jun
12
2019
EOFY Donations – Help A Carer!
Please think about carers when you're planning your end of financial year donation.....as all of us have tough days, but those who care for a family member or friend who is sick, frail or disabled usually have a lot more tough days than the rest of us - sometimes every…
May
29
2019
Part-time Job Opportunity
Getaboutable Community & Business Engagement Officer HURRY - APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 MAY 2019!   Getaboutable is seeking a part-time engagement officer, initially about 10 hours/week but could increase, if desired, with increased revenue     Applications should be sent to yasmine@getaboutable.com   About getaboutable and the role   Getaboutable Pty…
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10
2020
Telehealth Support
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Apr
06
2020
Integrated Carer Gateway service delivery system goes LIVE today
Today 6th of April 2020, the Australian Federal Government implements the second stage of its national Integrated…
Feb
03
2020
Understanding ACT Rates-Rebates and Utility Bills-Concessions
Dear Carers, Please see below valuable information in regards to rebates and concessions available for pensioners and…