Carer Advisory Service
For information, referral, advocacy, problem solving, developing options, counselling appointments and workshops.
1800 242 636*

Commonwealth Respite & Carelink Centre
For information on community aged care and disability services in your area and all respite enquiries.
1800 052 222*

Carers ACT
80 Beaurepaire Crescent
HOLT ACT 2615

Ph: (02) 6296 9900
Fax: (02) 6296 9999

The Cottage
Dementia Respite - Low Care
117 Denison Street
Deakin ACT 2600

Ph: (02) 6285 2082
Fax: (02) 6282 5784

Fraser House
Disability Respite for Mature Carers
30a Kerrigan Street
Fraser ACT 2615

Ph: (02) 6259 9555
Fax: (02) 6259 9333

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*An Australian Government Initiative. Free local call. Mobile phones charged at mobile rates.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Carers ACT aim to improve the quality of life of Carers through our education and training programs. We offer a range of programs designed to increase the awareness and knowledge of Carers, and to provide them with the information and skills needed to provide effective care and look after their own wellbeing.

Our education and training seminars are interactive and informative and cover a wide range of issues and topics related to the caring role.

Our trainers are professional, knowledgeable and friendly and can cater courses to meet the groups individual needs.

Learn to Meditate

Meditation is a way of becoming more alive and aware of our moment-to-moment experience. It includes relaxation but is more than that, providing an effective way to bring about change in our lives. Two essential Buddhist meditation practices will be taught: Mindfulness of Breathing, which enhances awareness and peace of mind; and Metta Bhavana which brings about a gentle but positive transformation of our emotional world. Through these complementary practices we can overcome negative feelings and replace them with a confident, kind and other regarding attitude.

WHEN: 10.00am – 12.00pm Wednesdays, 4th August to 8th September 2010
WHERE: Carers Hub, Carers ACT, Holt
FACILITATOR: Serena Ann
COST: $5.00 (One off registration fee)

Self Directed Meditation

A catch-up for those that have attended the above sessions to assist putting all you have learnt into practice – morning tea provided.

WHEN: 10.00am – 11.30 Thursdays, 1st Thursday of the month
WHERE: Carers Hub, Carers ACT, Holt

For more information about our courses check out our newsletter for a full listing and dates or contact us on 6296 9900 or email lucindar@carersact.asn.au

CIT Skills for Carers also offer training and education courses specifically designed for Carers. For more information on these courses contact Karen Noble on 62074811.