Carer Events

Carer Events

Bendigo Health Carer Support Services organise events for carers from time to time. These events provide an opportunity for carers to take a break from their caring role and enjoy some time for themselves. Previous events have included painting sessions at Pinot & Picasso, walking groups and Carers Week luncheons. Click the drop downs below for upcoming events. If you would like more information please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services on (03) 5454 7719 or email [email protected].

Carer Support Groups

Walking & Wellbeing Group - Bendigo

This support group is for parents/carers of under 18 year olds. The group meets each Thursday at 9am at Lake Weeroona, during school terms.

Pre-registration is essential for all Carer Support Groups.

For more information or to register please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services on 5454 7719 or [email protected]

Carer Support Group - Rochester

Join other carers for a complimentary coffee and a chat from 10am at a local venue in Rochester.

Upcoming dates:

  • Tuesday 9 July
  • Tuesday 20 August
  • Tuesday 1 October
  • Tuesday 12 November
  • Tuesday 17 December - Christmas break-up

Pre-registration is essential for all Carer Support Groups.

For more information or to register please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services on 5454 7719 or [email protected]

Over 65 years Carer Support Group - Bendigo

Join this group of carers at 1.30pm on the second Tuesday of every month in a central Bendigo location.  Afternoon tea supplied.

Upcoming dates:

  • Tuesday 9 July
  • Tuesday 13 August
  • Tuesday 10 September
  • Tuesday 8 October
  • Tuesday 12 November
  • Tuesday 10 December – Christmas break up

Pre-registration is essential for all Carer Support Groups.

For more information or to register please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services on 5454 7719 or [email protected]

Walking Support Group and Self-Care Hub - Castlemaine

First Wednesday of the month

9.30am Walking group open to all carers

  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens followed by a complimentary coffee at Das Kaffee Haus.

11.30am - 1.00pm: Self Care Hub

  • Professionally facilitated, for carers of people aged under 18 years.
  • Castlemaine Community House.

2pm - 3.30pm: Self Care Hub

  • Professionally facilitated, for carers of adults.
  • Castlemaine Community House.

 

Registrations essential.

For more information or to register, please call Carolyn from RIAC on 0488 605 363.

Carer Support Group – Swan Hill

Meet other carers in the region and enjoy the opportunity to share knowledge, tips and support.

The group plan to meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month at a venue in Swan Hill.

Pre-registration is essential for all Carer Support Groups.

To register, or for more information, please contact Intereach on 1300 488 226 or email [email protected].

Walking Support Group and Self-Care Hub - Echuca

Second Wednesday of the month - starting 8th May

Carers are invited to take some time out of their busy lives to engage in self-care and foster connection with other carers.

10am: Short Morning Walk and Coffee
Open to all carers.
Meet at the Leslie St Carpark then at Beechworth Bakery

1.00 - 2.30pm: Self Care Hub
For carers of people aged under 18 years.
Echuca - Murray CWA, 498 High St.
Professionally facilitated with a mix of self-care activities such as adult colouring, kinetic sand, knitting/crochet, art/craft, fiction book exchange and occasional visits from a professional masseuse.

Registrations essential.

For more information or to register, please call Carolyn from RIAC on 0488 605 363

Carer Events

Meet & Greet – Maryborough

Calling all Carers in Maryborough & District.

Carers are invited to enjoy a complimentary morning tea, connect with other carers and find out more about our local carer support group.

Date and time: Thursday 18 July, 10am - 12noon

Venue: The Maryborough Highland Society - 35 High St, Maryborough

Event is free.  Bookings are essential by Friday 12 July.

For more information or to book please contact Niki on 5454 7719 or visit https://www.trybooking.com/CSNLR