Group Programs
Holiday Program
Our Holiday Program gives Young Carers the opportunity to have some fun on the school holidays, connect with other Young Carers, and take some time out from their caring role!
Held every school holidays across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, these full days of fun include workshops, arts and crafts, exercise, dance, movies and more in a range of different locations.
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Big Dreamers
Built from personal experience and qualitative research, the Big Dreamers Personal Development Program runs for six months with a small group of Young Carers aged 14-18. The aim of the program is to empower, develop resilience and provide the opportunity to build new skills and bring out hidden talents. The program includes retreats, monthly workshops and regular check ins with mentors.
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The Young Carer Project
We’re educating students, teachers and schools on what it is to be a Young Carer and how to identify, support and amplify their education journey.
Our new school accreditation program is currently taking place across Victoria and Queensland.
Find out more and nominate your school to get involved below.
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The Young Carer Advocacy Project
The Young Carer Advocacy Project is an Australia-wide initiative designed to give Young Carers a platform to influence their community and create policy change across Australia.
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Level UP
Level UP is all about supporting Young Adult Carers (aged 18-25) as they navigate a pivotal and often challenging stage of life.
Currently available in Victoria, South West Sydney and Nepean Blue Mountains (NSW), the program is run online through our virtual platform called the Dreamers Hub, and features regular workshops, resources, social sessions and coaching.
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Our 2023-2024 Annual Report has officially landed! ✨ It’s packed with insights, including a message from our CEO and Chair, stories of the meaningful impact we’ve made, and a look back at some of our most memorable moments. From key milestones to the positive change we’ve driven, it’s a reflection of the incredible year we had thanks to your support! Check it out via the link in our bio 🔗
Huge news! Meet Young Carer @aristea.h, who’s been nominated for not one, but TWO categories in Victoria’s 2025 Young Achiever Awards!
Aristea’s incredible contribution includes years of volunteering, advocacy, and leadership. At Little Dreamers, she has participated in our Young Carer Advocacy Program, provided expert lived-experience recommendations at Young Carer consultations, and been a guest speaker at various advocacy events raising awareness about Young Carers.
Now serving as a Humanitarian Affairs Peace Ambassador, Aristea continues to be a powerful voice for Young Carers.
We’re so proud to see her efforts recognised! Join us in cheering Aristea on as she heads to the awards gala on May 9 where the winners will be announced.
Read more at the link in our bio! ✨
Being a Young Carer can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone.
Values in Action is a supportive six-session therapy group where Young Carers aged 18-24 can explore emotional challenges, build self-compassion, and develop practical coping tools for personal growth.
Guided by professional counsellors, you’ll:
🚀 Learn strategies to manage stress and tough emotions.
🚀 Build confidence in making choices that reflect your values and goals.
🚀 Connect with other Young Carers who understand your journey and share experiences in a safe space.
This group is all about real talk, shared learning, and discovering ways to care for yourself while caring for others.
Who: Young Carers aged 18-24 living in QLD and NSW
Where: Online 💻
When: Every Thursday for six weeks beginning on February 13th at 5.30-7pm QLD time | 6.30-8pm NSW time
To register for the Values in Action counselling sessions, send an email through to referrals@littledreamers.org.au or follow the link in our bio!
The Young Carer Wellbeing Hub is coming soon!
Our brand-new wellbeing hub for Young Carers in VIC is on its way. Want to stay in the loop? Expressions of interest are now open! Sign up with your email address over on our website to receive updates and be the first to know when bookings open.
Find out more and register your interest now at www.ycwh.org.au or by following the link in our bio. 🚀
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Hub!
As we wrap up another epic year, Little Dreamers board and staff want to take a moment to thank you all for your continued support, wish you a safe and happy holiday period, and a fantastic start to 2025!
Please note that our offices will be closed from December 24, 2024 and reopening on January 6, 2025, while our team enjoys a relaxing break. ✨
Thank you again for being part of our journey and helping us provide invaluable support to Young Carers across Australia. See you in the new year!
Give the gift of wellbeing this holiday season! 🎁 There`s just two days left to donate to our campaign to fund the setup of the Young Carer Wellbeing Hub (the Hub). Your donation will help provide our community with a much-needed space for Young Carers to focus on their wellbeing. From therapy tools to comfy furniture, every donation, even a small one, helps this vision become a reality. Give today and make a lasting impact at bit.ly/holiday-wish-list or via the link in our bio.
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