Peer Support
Peer Support
AGES 6 - 25
Our Peer Support program is delivered in a group setting and provides a safe space for Young Carers to connect with other young people ‘who just get it’.
Throughout the program, Young Carers have the opportunity to connect with other Young Carers who have a range of different caring roles and responsibilities, in a safe and inclusive environment led by our friendly staff.
The regular sessions include a fun ice breaker, and interactive games and activities to stimulate discussions focused on health and wellbeing, identity, and caring roles. The program is a great way to create friendships and learn from each other’s shared experiences.
To get involved in this program, please apply for support below.
Apply for Support
Meet Ash, the newest addition to our Dream Team! 👋
Joining us as our new Young Carer Support Coordinator (Coaching) in NSW, she describes herself in three words as determined, caring and fun 🥳
Her ultimate dream experience would be to whisk her family away to a water bungalow in Bora Bora to immerse themselves in the bluest of blue seas. That sounds pretty dreamy to us! 🏝️💙
Welcome aboard, Ash!
“Being able to make friends with people who are in the same boat as me has been super important in leading me to accept my caring role and embracing it” - Sam, Big Dreamers program participant 💬
There are still a couple of spots remaining in our upcoming Big Dreamers program! 🌟 If you`re a Young Carer aged 13-17 located in Victoria, and you’re eager to build new skills and connect with other like-minded people, then this program was made for you!
We`re kicking off with our first workshop in less than a couple of weeks time, so don’t miss out! Learn more and register your interest now via the link in our bio! 👆 #BigDreamers #YoungCarers #LittleDreamers
Hello Young Carers in VIC & NSW 👋
Would you benefit from a little extra support with your schoolwork this term? Our Tutoring program matches Young Carers with dedicated Little Dreamers volunteers who help guide students through homework and school related tasks, providing a helping hand with their education! 🎒📘🎓
Here’s the rundown:
⭐ Ages 10+
⭐ Online sessions
⭐ One-on-one support
⭐ 1 hour per week
⭐ Term 2 delivery: Monday to Thursday
⭐ For Young Carers located in Victoria or Regional NSW (Hunter Port Stephens and North Coast regions).
Follow the link in our bio to register your interest now! 🚀
#LittleDreamers #YoungCarers #YoungCarerSupport
🥳 Exciting news! The Federal Inquiry into the Recognition of Unpaid Carers in Australia report dropped last week and it’s a game-changer, especially for Young Carers. It`s all about giving them the acknowledgement and support they deserve. From expanding the definition of carers to making sure they`re recognised in big policy documents, this report is a big win for our Young Carers! 💪
Swipe through to have a look at some of our favourite key highlights from the report, and if you want to read more, check out our CEO Maddy’s latest blog post where she breaks down what these recommendations mean for Young Carers across Australia! 🔗 in bio!
#YoungCarers #LittleDreamers #DreamBig #SupportYoungCarers
👋 Join us in extending a warm welcome to Clara, our new NSW Regional Program Lead at Little Dreamers!
In three words, Clara describes herself as positive, caring and creative. Outside of work, you`ll find her surfing, hiking, running, and practising pilates! She also makes the effort to wake up early every morning to catch the sunrise for a daily dose of inspiration. 🌞
She’s very excited to be part of the Dream Team and can`t wait to connect with all the incredible Young Carers. Clara is gearing up to launch exciting programs in Northern NSW, so stay tuned for more updates! 👀
Check out the video recap of our Young Carers Festival VIC, which took place in National Carers Week 2023 🥳✨
Hosted at @goclimbofficial, the event featured exhilarating jumps, slides, rock climbing, face painting, a caricaturist, superheroes and more!
A big thank you to the Inner North Foundation and the Barr Family Foundation for their generous support in making this event possible, and a special shoutout to @milk.video.au for crafting this amazing video!
We are SO excited to announce that our Young Carers Festival will be running later in the year in both VIC and QLD - stay tuned for more details 👀
