Why are Peer Support programs so important for Young Carers?
October 16th, 2024
Quite a common answer we get to this question directly from Young Carers is “I met other kids just like me…. I no longer feel like I’m alone” or “I […]
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Donor Support Makes Our Young Carer Programs Possible
October 16th, 2024
We’ve just wrapped up our Spring School Holiday Programs, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our generous donors for making these programs possible. These programs give […]
Carers Week 2O24: We see you, celebrate you, and stand beside you!
October 14th, 2024
Yesterday marked the first day of Carers Week 2024 – an important week that encourages us to recognise, celebrate, and honour the incredible contributions of carers across Australia. It’s a […]
Have your voice heard as part of the National Carer Strategy Development!
August 20th, 2024
The Australian Department of Social Services (DSS) is developing a new National Carer Strategy, and they want to hear from you! This is your chance to have your voice heard […]
15 Years of Impacting the Lives of Young Carers!
May 15th, 2024
15 years ago, three teenagers stood in a room in Melbourne and asked people to care about Young Carers. We spoke about the prevalence of young people with caring roles […]
My request to you this Carers Week
October 13th, 2020
Happy Carers Week, and welcome to my favourite week of the year. This week is a great reminder to shout all about Young Carers from the rooftops, and a reminder […]
Carer’s self-care – Self-what???
July 28th, 2020
Research shows that carers have the lowest levels of wellbeing of any group of people in the general population in Australia. The reality is, most people who care for someone with […]
Autism on the big screen
April 22nd, 2020
National Autism Awareness Month falls in April and it’s all about celebrating, creating awareness and acceptance, and igniting change against stigma and discrimination. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has been portrayed […]
I am a special needs mum, and I’m a better person for it
April 1st, 2020
By Kylie Rowlands If someone told me 9 years ago I would be a Mum of two beautiful children, and that one was disabled with chronic medical conditions, I would […]
