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*
For emergency respite after hours call: 1800 059 059*
Carers ACT Belconnen Office
Ground Floor
Churches Centre
54 Benjamin Way
Belconnen ACT 2617
Ph: (02) 6296 9900
Fax: (02) 6296 9999
Carers ACT Torrens Office
1 Torrens Place
Torrens ACT 2607
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
If you are interested in Membership please Click here
*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.
Art Therapy
This three week program will use a range of art activities as a way
of exploring our journeys. The goal of the course is not to produce
masterpieces but to use art to express our experiences and feelings.
Previous artistic experience is not required. Art materials provided.
Please bring an old shirt to protect your clothes.
WHEN: 10.00am – 12.00 pm Wednesdays 17th, 24th
and 31st March 2010
WHERE: Art Room, Belconnen Community Centre
FACILITATOR: Alison
COST: $5.00
Yoga and Relaxation
These classes will run for an hour and half and will incorporate hatha
yoga and relaxation. Pam and Anne incorporate gentle stretching movements,
strengthening postures, balance exercises and relaxation techniques
in the eight week course.
Please bring a blanket, a yoga mat and $5.00.
Southside
WHEN: 5.30pm - 7.00pm for 8 sessions starting Tuesday
2nd March 2010
WHERE: Weston Creek Community Centre, Parkinson St,
Weston
FACILITATOR: Pam Bleakley (IYTA accredited)
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, 24 March
to 28 April 2010
WHERE: Carers ACT Belconnen – training Room
FACILITATOR: Serena Ann
COST: $5.00
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, starting 4th
February then 1st Thursday of the month
WHERE: Carers ACT Belconnen – training Room
Labyrinth Walk - a walking meditation
Walking meditation and relaxation at Rachum, a beautiful bush property about three quarters of an hour from Canberra. Carers meet at Belconnen and be transported to Rachum together. Lunch is provided. This is a day for you to take care of yourself- take time to be in the present, be with silence, and, if you wish, reflect on any personal issues. Numbers limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Carers who have not been to Rachum before will be given priority.
WHEN: 9.30am – 4.00pm Friday 30th April 2010
WHERE: Please meet at 9.00am at the Belconnen Markets,
bus will take you out there;
FACILITATOR: Alison
COST: $5.00
Keeping Families Connected
A free five week program is for Carers who support people with a mental illness and/or a substance dependence problem. The course provides information and explores issues connected with: Carer stress; mental illness; listening skills; assertively working with mental health professionals; suicide prevention; drug and alcohol use; and community support services.
WHEN: Wednesday 5th May to 2nd June 2010 6.00 pm
to 8.00 pm (light refreshments provided)
WHERE: Woden Smith family, Corner Launceston and Easty
Street, Phillip
FACILITATOR: Lydia to Book a place email lydias@carersact.asn.au
or call 62969900
Introduction to Computers
This is a course aimed at increasing the skills, confidence and competence of Carers that support a person living with dementia.
WHEN: 10.00 am to 1.00 pm Thursdays 25th February
to 25th March 2010 (5 x 3 hour sessions)
WHERE: Capital Careers, Churches Centre, level 3, Benjamin
Way, Belconnen.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Learn to manage YOUR money
In partnership with the Smith Family these FREE sessions will show you how set personal and financial goals, plan for household bills, manage debt access and understand your credit file and understand your rights and responsibilities.
WHEN: 10.00am to 12.00 pm Monday 15th, 22nd 29th
March and 12 April 2010
WHERE: Carers ACT Belconnen – Training Room
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
