Glen Eira City Council Carers Week Events 16-22 October 2022

https://www.gleneira.vic.gov.au/services/disability-and-accessibility/for-carers/whats-on-for-carers

What’s on for carers

We host activities and events each year to recognise and support the carers in the Glen Eira community. It’s a time and place for carers to relax, exercise and connect.

National Carers week — 16–22 October

Pathways for Carers Social Connect Group

Come and meet other carers, spend time outdoors with a gentle stroll followed by a complimentary morning tea at Caulfield South Community House as well as a guest speaker.

This activity is free and limited to unpaid carers in Glen Eira or cares for someone in Glen Eira. ?

When: Second Friday of the month (during school terms) 9 September, 14 October, 11 November and 9 December
Time: 10.20am for a 10.30am start
Where: Caulfield South Community House, 450-452 Kooyong Road, Caulfield South (Wheelchair accessible. On street parking)
Cost: Free
Registration: No bookings required, registration with Caulfield South Community House on the day.

Supported by Interchange Outer East, Brotherhood of St Laurence, Caulfield South Community House and Glen Eira City Council.

For further information contact Council’s carer support services on 9524 3333 or email carersupport@gleneira.vic.gov.au.

Pathways for Carers Social Connect Group Flyer — Glen Eira (PDF)

Pathways for Carers

Carers exercise classes at Caulfield Recreation Centre

Come along, take a break and join other carers.  The classes are free and limited to carers who live in or care for someone in Glen Eira. You are welcome to attend classes every week or occasionally.

When: Thursdays, 11am to 11.45am
Where: Caulfield Recreation Centre, 6 Maple Street, Caulfield South

Classes will include Zumba, Aerobics, Barre and Pilates. If the weather is suitable you may also be able to enjoy your class outdoors and after the class relax and chat with other carers.

All participants will need to bring a towel, drink bottle, mat (if you have one).

Please note: No bookings required.

For further information contact Council’s carer support services officer on 9524 3333 or email carersupport@gleneira.vic.gov.au.

Group exercise class

Fun and Friendship Afternoon

Caulfield South Community House hosts a relaxed, social afternoon with a game of cards and each week the House has something special on offer — Crafty Club, Trivia, and Painting, with a yummy afternoon tea, or just come and chat. Join local community members every Thursday during school terms.

When: Thursdays, 1pm to 3pm
Where: Caulfield South Community House, 450-452 Kooyong Road, Caulfield South (Wheelchair accessible. On street parking)
Cost: Free for unpaid carers in Glen Eira or those who care for someone in Glen Eira.
Registration: Please contact Caulfield South Community House on 9596 8643 or email admin@csch.org.au to let them know you are coming along so that they can organise materials.

All House activities require participants to join the House and pay an annual subscription. This fee will be waivered for unpaid carers in Glen Eira or those who care for someone in Glen Eira.

To find out more about the Caulfield South Community House, visit their website.

For further information contact Council’s carer support services on 9524 3333 or email carersupport@gleneira.vic.gov.au.