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🌱 Why does the Young Carer Wellbeing Hub (the Hub) matter?
Young Carers are the unsung heroes in our communities, providing invaluable unpaid care to family members who need it. That`s why the Hub is so crucial. It`s a place where Young Carers can access therapy and support tailored to their needs.
With your help, we can make this vision a reality. Every dollar you donate – big or small – will go directly towards setting up this much-needed space.
Interested in making an immediate impact? Look through our Holiday Wish List to cover the cost of a specific item, such as a couch or therapy tools. Head to the link in our bio to donate now.
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In case you missed it, this holiday season, we`re running a campaign to help get our Young Carer Wellbeing Hub (the Hub) up and running!
So, what is the Hub? 🌈 Our new Hub is a safe, judgement-free space where Young Carers can access a variety of therapies designed to address the unique challenges they face in their caring roles. To make this happen, we`re asking for your support in creating this essential space for our community.
By covering the cost of an item on our Holiday Wish List or making a financial donation, you`re directly contributing to the heart of the Hub – making it a warm, comfortable, and supportive environment for Young Carers to focus on their wellbeing. Donate today at bit.ly/holiday-wish-list or follow the link in our bio!
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It`s Giving Tuesday, and we`re kicking off our campaign to help make our new Young Carer Wellbeing Hub (the Hub) a reality for Young Carers seeking access to a variety of therapies in VIC in early 2025!
Over the next two weeks, we`re aiming to raise $20,000 to create a welcoming space for our community to access the support they deserve. Whether you can cover the cost of an item from our Holiday Wish List or make a financial contribution, your support will make a huge impact. Every donation counts! 💖 Donate today at bit.ly/holiday-wish-list or follow the link in our bio.
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Our Summer School Holiday Programs for Young Carers in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria are just around the corner and nearly booked up! We`ve got loads of fun stuff planned, including trips to the movies, ice skating, creative arts, and heaps more! To find out more, register, or join the waiting list, head to www.littledreamers.org.au/events or follow the link in our bio. ✨
[Image description: 1) Summer School Holiday Programs are coming up! 2) A Young Carer pets a Koala at our Spring School Holiday Program visiting the Ballarat Wildlife Park. 3) Head to www.littledreamers.org.au/events to register and find out more!]
Last week, our incredible Founder and CEO, Madeleine Buchner, was announced as a finalist for Australian of the Year! HUGE! Tonight, she’ll be attending the Victorian awards alongside other amazing state finalists being celebrated for their work and activism in our community. The winners of four categories, including Victoria’s Australian of the Year, will be announced.
Maddy started Little Dreamers at just 16, and now, thanks to her vision and dedication, we support over 6,500 Young Carers each year with respite, education, mentorship, advocacy, and resources.
Good luck, Maddy! We couldn’t be prouder of you and all that you’ve achieved! 💖
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In case you missed it, applications are open for the Young Carer Bursary Program and close on 22 November 2024. If you`re a Young Carer studying in Australia between 12 and 25 years old, this is for you!
So, what is the Young Carer Bursary Program? Simply put, it`s a helping hand. It`s money given to Young Carers to make life a bit easier while they`re studying and caring for someone. For the upcoming 2025 academic year, the program will offer 1,592 bursaries, each valued at $3,768, that Young Carers can use for various academic supports such as laptops, stationery, uniforms, school fees, and more.
Learn more and apply today via the link in our bio!
