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.

2025 dates:

  • Tuesday 28 January
  • Tuesday 11 March
  • Tuesday 22 April
  • Tuesday 3 June
  • Tuesday 15 July
  • Tuesday 26 August
  • Tuesday 7 October
  • Tuesday 18 November

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.

2025 dates:

  • Tuesday 14 January
  • Tuesday 11 February
  • Tuesday 11 March
  • Tuesday 8 April
  • Tuesday 13 May
  • Tuesday 10 June
  • Tuesday 8 July
  • Tuesday 12 August
  • Tuesday 9 September
  • Tuesday 14 October
  • Tuesday 11 November
  • Tuesday 9 December

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.

Walking Support Group and Self-Care Hub - Echuca

Second Wednesday of the month 

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, 261 High St, Echuca
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

Men’s Carer Support Group - Bendigo

Meet other male carers and enjoy a complimentary meal at a local pub.

6pm - 8pm on the third Tuesday of every month  (venue to be advised)

2025 dates:

  • Tuesday 21 January
  • Tuesday 18 February
  • Tuesday 18 March
  • Tuesday 15 April
  • Tuesday 20 May
  • Tuesday 17 June
  • Tuesday 15 July
  • Tuesday 19 August
  • Tuesday 16 September
  • Tuesday 21 October
  • Tuesday 18 November
  • Tuesday 16 December

Registration essential as spaces are limited.

For more information or to register, please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services
[email protected] or call  03 5454 7719

Carer Events

Carer Connect - Equine Assisted Learning - Woodend

Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) offers physically and psychologically safe experiences with horses.

EAL gives participants an opportunity to explore issues or feelings that may be troubling them. It also provides a safe space to simply enjoy being with horses.

No riding is involved in this practice. Individuals do not need to have experience with, or knowledge of, horses to participate.

Date: Tuesday 4, 11, 18 & 25 March
Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Where: Hamer Equine Assisted Learning (HEAL) Woodend

Carers must be available for all four free sessions.
Limited spaces available and registration essential by 4pm 3 March
To register please visit: https://www.trybooking.com/1341921

For more information, please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services:
[email protected] or phone 03 5454 7719

Walking with Horses – Mildura 2025 EOI

Expression of interest for 2025 Program

Carers are invited to express their interest in a group Equine Assisted Wellbeing program, which involves interactions between individuals and horses to promote emotional growth and learning.

The  program utilises horses as a medium to address life challenges and improve emotional wellbeing. Horses are naturally empathetic, live in the moment and are keen observers, who are vigilant and sensitive to movement and emotion. They often will mirror behaviour or emotions, conveying understanding and connection providing a feeling of safety.

Sessions: 3 x 3hrs – dates and times to be confirmed

Program is free and limited spaces are available.

To express your interest in this program please visit: https://www.trybooking.com/1316954

For more information, please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services:

[email protected] or phone 03 5454 7719

Guided Art Experience – Mildura 2025 EOI

Expression of interest for 2025 Program

Bendigo Health Carer Support Services invite carers to enjoy a FREE four-part guided art series with Lisa from Red Earth Arts.

Relax and connect with other carers while mindfully painting. Participants can explore themselves and nature in a unique and relaxed setting.

Date, time and location to be confirmed.

Carers must be available for all four (4) dates.

Program is free and limited spaces are available.

To register your interest please visit: https://www.trybooking.com/1316994

For more information, please contact Bendigo Health Carer Support Services:

[email protected] or phone 03 5454 7719

Samantha Wittenberg - Autism Caregivers – 2025 EOI

Samantha Wittenberg - Autism Caregivers – 2025 EOI

Expression of interest for 2025 Program

This is an in-person, day-long immersive workshop designed to support caregivers of special needs children (including adult children), to foster emotional wellbeing, alleviate stress and build resilience through a range of nurturing activities.

The workshop aims to help carers reduce and manage stress and to foster self-care and resilience.

Workshop is free and limited spaces are available.

Times and dates to be confirmed.

To express your interest in this workshop please visit: https://www.trybooking.com/1317012