Carer Peer Support [SPRINGWOOD]

Being a Carer can be rewarding, but it can also be isolating. No matter who you care for, having the opportunity to connect with others who understand can make all the difference.

Our Mixed Carer Peer Support Group is an 8-week program for unpaid Carers supporting family members or friends with disability, chronic illness, mental ill health, dementia, age-related frailty, or other support needs. It's a welcoming space where you can step away from your caring responsibilities for a while, share experiences, and build meaningful connections with people who understand the caring journey.

Each week we'll explore topics that support your health and wellbeing, strengthen resilience, and provide practical ideas to help you navigate your caring role. Whether you'd like to join the conversation or simply listen, you'll find a friendly and supportive community ready to welcome you.

• A safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Meaningful conversations with fellow unpaid Carers.
• Wellbeing activities and practical strategies to support your caring journey.
• Opportunities to build friendships and reduce feelings of isolation.
• Time dedicated to your own health and wellbeing.

This group is open to anyone providing unpaid care to a family member, friend or neighbour living with disability, mental ill health, chronic illness, dementia, age-related frailty, or other support needs.

Please note: This is an 8-week peer support program. We encourage participants to attend each session where possible to get the most from the experience and build lasting connections with the group.These sessions are especially for people who provide unpaid care to family members or friends, as recognised under the National Carer Recognition Act. This means the sessions are not suitable for paid carers, support workers or service providers, unless you also provide care for someone personally outside of your professional role.

Carer Gateway Wellways recognise a Carer as a family member or friend who supports someone living with mental health, addiction, long term injury, disability or frailty. We offer FREE supports to Carers including counselling, coaching, finical coaching, in-person peer support groups, emergency respite and more.

Carers can also access to our Carer Hub in Katoomba, register to speak with our Age Care Navigator or get supported from our partners with Dementia Australia, Little Dreamers, Relationship Australia and My Dementia Companion App for FREE.

Call 1800 422 737 or visit carergateway.gov.au

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Whether you’re looking for support, information, or just someone to talk to, we are here to help. Carers can stop by for guidance on navigating services, connecting with local supports, or discussing challenges in a relaxed and welcoming space. No appointments needed - drop in and say hello!

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