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Reconciliation Week Events
Reconciliation Week is a time for all Canberrans to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia....
View ArticlePart-time Job Opportunity
Getaboutable Community & Business Engagement Officer HURRY – APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30 MAY 2019! Getaboutable is seeking a part-time engagement officer, initially about 10 hours/week but could...
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EOFY Donations – Help A Carer!
Please think about carers when you’re planning your end of financial year donation…..as all of us have tough days, but those who care for a family member or friend who is sick, frail or disabled...
View ArticleACT Budget Summary for Carers
Here’s an overview of the key points from the 2019-2020 ACT budget which may impact carers. ACT Budget Summary 2019 For more detailed information please visit the ACT Government budget website. The...
View ArticleNDIS funding changes to in-kind supports
From 1 July 2019 the way the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) funds some public rehabilitation, aged and community services in the ACT will be changing. Canberra Health Services currently...
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What’s On for carers in July
Check out our latest calendar of events for carers for July 2019. View here. The post What’s On for carers in July appeared first on Carers ACT.
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July Newsletter out now
The latest Carers Newsletter is now out. Find out the latest carer and NDIS updates. Read here. The post July Newsletter out now appeared first on Carers ACT.
View ArticleFree 6 weeks course to help Mental Health Carers build skills across the six...
Shall We Go Down the Rabbit Hole… Exploring the 6 phases of caring? (6 week course) This course will introduce students to the six phases of caring. We begin the journey prior to diagnosis through to...
View ArticleCanberra Hospital Patient Accommodation Service to be demolished
Input from Carers who have used the service is needed to develop alternative accommodation options The Canberra Hospital is currently considering ways to support carers and families who use the Patient...
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National Carers Week 2019 – Young Carers Celebration
National Carers Week is about recognising and celebrating the outstanding contribution unpaid carers make to our nation Shout Out to Young Carers – Street Celebration Come to have an afternoon of FUN...
View ArticleRespite support for carers within a recipient’s NDIS plan is NOW AVAILABLE
Good News for Carers of a person with a disability Respite for carers is now available within a recipient’s NDIS plan. Please follow the link to the NDIS page for more information NDIS_How we can help...
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Bushfire Information and Support from NDIS
The current bushfire situation across the country is impacting a number of National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants, their families, carers and providers. Easy to understand...
View ArticleUnderstanding ACT Rates-Rebates and Utility Bills-Concessions
Dear Carers, Please see below valuable information in regards to rebates and concessions available for pensioners and concession card holders. RATES: From the ACT revenue website....
View ArticleIntegrated Carer Gateway service delivery system goes LIVE today
Today 6th of April 2020, the Australian Federal Government implements the second stage of its national Integrated Carer Support System. In addition to the online supports available on the Carer Gateway...
View ArticleTelehealth Support
With the introduction of Telehealth at Canberra Health Services, patients at the Canberra Hospital or the University of Canberra Hospital, now have the option of attending medical appointments by video...
View ArticleNew complimentary service for mature aged carers of a person with disability
Are you over 65 and caring for a younger person living with disability who is not connected to the NDIS? Carers ACT has been funded to provide you with support through the NDIS Community Connector...
View ArticleCarers Week 2020 – 11 to 17 of October – The Veronicas are our ambassadors
Lisa and Jess care for their mum, Colleen, who has a rare degenerative disease: progressive supranuclear palsy. They say their caring experiences have given them a greater strength and love for their...
View ArticleWhat was in the Federal Budget that will benefit Carers?
Carers and their loved ones are set to benefit from additional support payments and a $3.9 billion boost to the NDIS. Read the full article on the link below. Budget boost for carers The post What was...
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National Carers Week 2020 Launch at Government House
Carers Australia, Carers ACT and a considerable large group of carers met His Excellency David Hurley the Governor General Of Australia and his wife Linda McMartin at Government House in Yarralumla to...
View ArticleHoliday Shutdown Period
CARERS ACT will be closed for the holiday period from Friday 25 Dec 2020 and will reopen on Monday 4 Jan 2021. The Carer Gateway service will be operating during this period. Please call 1800 422 737...
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