Social Groups

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

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Caring can often become all encompassing and we can loose a sense of ourselves; our own identity. It is quite common for Carers to have to think long and hard about what they actually enjoy.

Many Carers find it difficult to keep up their relationships with friends because the caring role can be so demanding and time consuming. We understand the importance of social interaction and friendship for Carers. Our social groups were created so that Carers can meet other people in similar situations and who share common hobbies.

It is important that we make sure that Carers have the opportunity to interact and meet other Carers and more importantly have some “time out.” To assist you in being able to attend our groups we can arrange transport and respite so you can enjoy yourself knowing that the person you care for is in good hands.

We have heard from other Carers that it is quite a nerve-wracking experience to turn up to a group where you know no-one. It is a relief, when you arrive, to be amongst other Carers who understand what you are going through. Despite the type of activity, time and time again Carers comment that the most enjoyable part of attending was being able to share information with other Carers, share a laugh with understanding, like-minded people, and feel welcomed into a warm and safe environment.

We are also listening to what you want. As a result of Carer feedback, we have set-up regular groups for you to meet with other Carers and start to re-ignite your passion, to start considering what you enjoy doing. Whether it is wandering around the National Gallery of Australia to catch the latest exhibition, or attending one of our education courses, we have designed it with your needs in mind.

The social groups run by Carers ACT include our:

Singing Group

This group meets on Monday afternoons (except on public holidays and during the school holidays) at the Carers ACT Office, Churches Centre, Benjamin Way, Belconnen.

For more information about this group call 6296 9900.

Craft Group

Bring along your art and craft to share, trade tips and techniques. Enjoy a cuppa and spend a couple of hours having a chat and showing off your skills.

This group meets monthly at the Carers ACT Belconnen office.

For more information about this group call 6296 9900.

Art Appreciation Group

Sponsored by the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) this group meets monthly for a special Carers guided tour of an exhibition of section of the gallery.

Learn more about artists, art techniques and art history from the professionals.

This group meets monthly at the National Gallery of Australia.

For more information about this group call 6296 9900.