Supporting carers through the holiday season

Join us on Monday, 2nd December, for a special event designed to help carers navigate the unique challenges the holiday season can bring. This free event offers a welcoming space for carers who may be feeling overwhelmed or in need of support. Meredith Coote and Briana Blackett, both experienced in supporting carers, will share their personal insights and practical tips on preparing for the festive season, offering meaningful guidance to help you feel uplifted and supported. 

Start your day with tea and coffee on arrival, followed by an inspiring talk from our guest speakers. There will be a chance to connect with others in similar situations, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, and participate in a Q&A session with Meredith and Briana. Whether you're seeking advice or simply looking to connect with a caring community, we’d love to see you there. 

Meredith is a mum, partner, daughter, colleague and friend. She also a carer for her daughter who lives with complex mental health distress. Meredith cares deeply about building the capacity of communities, of each of us, to lean on each other in order to stay upright so we can live our best, most connected lives. Meredith has over 37 yeas' experience working across Disability, Aged Care and Mental Health sectors, in government, not for profit, charity and profit for purpose businesses. She is currently the Co-Chair of the National Carers Strategy.

Briana is a journalist and the mother of two children with autism, and she is passionate about changing the way the media includes and represents people with disabilities. She established the first Western Sydney chapter of the Autism Community Network in 2015 and has spent years facilitating peer support and advocating for autistic people and their families. She has advised on national campaigns on how to better support autistic people within the health system and on communication matters. Briana has also conducted workshops for teachers, therapists, and first responders, along with advising organisations on how to use inclusive language and imagery.

This event is for anyone who provides support for a loved one with a disability, a medical condition, mental illness or who is frail due to age, and is not currently registered with Wellways Carer Gateway.

Carer Gateway is a national support service funded by the Australian Government. It provides free, local services and supports to carers. Wellways provides Carer Gateway services throughout Queensland and the New South Wales regions of Sydney and Nepean Blue Mountains.

To register for Wellways Carer Gateway click here.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Rydges Campbelltown, 15 Old Menangle Road, Campbelltown, Australia