Sharing Sheet Summer 2014

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Past Carer – “Moving Forward”Mega Movie Day

NDIS Information Session Southern Carers

Dementia – It’s all About You!

Wildlife & Wine @ Woodstock

Mega Movie Day

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of people over 65 and/or for people who are under 65. It has been for carers from diverse communities who need the support provided in targeted culturally appropriate ways. Often the support provided hasn’t been significant in terms of the number of hours or the costs involved.

We hear from carers all the time about how small things can and do make a big difference. The peace of mind carers get from knowing they can talk to us, that we can do something to support them, at a time when they need the support, is important.

Receiving a call from one of our telephone support Volunteers who asks ‘How are you going?’ is very important for many carers.

Yet how simple a thing is this to make a person feel that they matter. This is what Carer Support has always been about and how and why we do what we do. You care for someone, we care for you.

Therefore, listening to our carers’ needs and then doing all we can to provide that support has been our goal. It’s our mission. And it will continue to be going into the future. Carers are individuals who

From Peter’s deskF RO M O U R CEO

Welcome to the latest edition of the Sharing Sheet. For quite some time there has been talk within Government, local communities and organisations like Carer Support about carers. How will carers be recognised? How will we provide support for them and by who? And, how will services to carers be funded going forward?

With this in mind, I would like to discuss carers and the type of support needed by them and why.

Carer Support as an organisation was established some 24 years ago and we now care for over 7,500 people. It has worked tirelessly for and with many carers and their families over the years, providing support in ways that make a difference to them. The type of support provided has been vast and varied but the planning for support has always been with the involvement and feedback from our carers.

It’s important to us to know what’s important to you.

This has included face to face support for carers calling into our offices and talking to us about where you’re at and the issues you’re dealing with. It has been through organising support groups for carers within your local community, or organising carer’s days out like a pampering day, a carer retreat, an information session or a “looking after yourself” style course. It has been through providing both in and out-of home respite. It has been through supporting carers and their families in times of emergency. It has been through organising and facilitating camps for young carers to go to during school holidays or for mentoring or tutoring support. It has been for carers

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3 MEGA MOVIE DAY

4 MOVING FORWARD – RELINQUISHING THE CARING ROLE

5 KEEPING CONNECTED DURING THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD

6 NDIS INFORMATION SESSIONS

7 RAW ENERGY – “TIME FOR ME”

8 CARER SUPPORT TARGETED PROGRAMS

9 THE LITTLE CHOIR THAT ROCKS

10 EVENTS – HOW TO BOOKPAST EVENT: CARER & CAREE DAY OUT

11 IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU!SUMMER HEAT EVENT CONSIDERATIONS

12 CARER EDUCATION – DEMENTIA - IT’S ABOUT YOU TOO!

13-14 EVENTS – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

15-16 EVENTS FOR CARERS

17-18 GROUPS

19 SUMMER CALENDAR

20 HACC AGED CARE PROGRAM &CONTACT US

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do amazing work in caring for their loved one, neighbour or friend. These people in our community need to be recognised and supported in their own right. They deserve access to support in ways that continue to make a difference to their lives while providing this service in the most effective and least intrusive manner possible.

The talk throughout the community services sector has been about all of the above and how best to offer the support carers need.

I would have thought that the model that Carer Support has been committed to for the past 24 years would be a great place to start.

As always I am happy to speak to any carer about any matters that you feel are important to you. Please look after yourself and take time for you.

Peter Sparrow Chief Executive Officer

TRANSPORT FOR CARERSCarer Support provides various services designed to make it easier for carers to care. We listen to your personal situation and tailor appropriate services to your needs.

However, the provision of transport to help carers attend activities and events organised by Carer Support has been an issue for some years.

We know that procedures and practices for transport have varied over the years, with changes influenced by budget pressures, carer demands and other factors too numerous to list.

Carer Support may be able to help you attend events and groups in situations where you are unable to get there yourself. Please enquire with our Support Admin team when making your booking.

A fantastic day was had by carers, their care recipient and families. As always the food at Spargo’s was outstanding providing either lunch or dinner before or after the movie. The movies on offer proved popular with each family and the younger kids loved the ‘Planes’ backpacks. As you can see from the photos everyone had a great time and we look forward to doing it all again in 2015.

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She was approached to put her name down to learn to make one of these

Rocking Horses from ‘scratch’. She was interested but hesitant and felt confident that there were several names on the list that she would not be called for some time. Part of her motivation was the knowledge that learning a new skill assists in maintaining your brain health and contributes to maintaining memory.

Luck would have it that her name went to the top of the list as the other people cancelled or postponed their lesson. Next thing she knew she was accepted into the workshop and embarked on a journey that was both challenging and rewarding. Over the next 8 months she learnt to use tools and equipment (saws, drills and much more) that she had never used before while she cut out individual pieces of wood for the horse and its stand, metal work and leather work and painting. These were all new things to master.

Being a petite person was an extra challenge sometimes requiring Elizabeth to use a bench to elevate her in order to complete the work. Her instructor was encouraging, supportive and positive as Elizabeth rose to each and every challenge. Working only one day a week for about 5 hours was at times exhausting, but always rewarding.

Elizabeth had been a full time carer for her mother-in-law and when she moved into residential care this activity provided a form of therapy and relaxation now that Elizabeth was no longer responsible for her mother-in-law’s 24 hour care needs. She says this project taught her new skills and to overcome challenges. It led to a strong sense of personal achievement. Subsequently this built up her self-confidence and motivation to do more in her day to day life.

Moving ForwardElizabeth took a big leap into the unknown after taking a walk through the local Mall and seeing a partly completed wooden horse on display.

Keeping connected during the Christmas periodCarers Hope and Recovery Team

The Christmas and New Year holiday period can be a time of warmth and

connectedness. It can also become a time of tension and stress. If you are caring for someone with mental illness you may need to be more vigilant or aware how they are managing through these peak times.

Research shows that at this time of the year people living with mental illness may be more at risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviour. Increasing your contact with the person you care for during this period, through informal supports such as family or friends, is important. Being aware of the formal supports that are available and being willing to either encourage and support your person to access them or being prepared to access them on their behalf if necessary, is also important.

Caring for someone who you hold safety concerns for is difficult and there are formal services that can support you as carer.

Here are contact details for formal services:

If you need someone to attend the home immediately, phone 000 – for police or ambulance.

Remember when you call to:

“Stay focused, stay relevant, stay on the line.”

Mental health emergency call 13 14 65 available 24 hours, seven days a week.

If the person you care for is not at imminent risk but would benefit from phone support or if you need support in your caring role:

Lifeline 13 11 14 is a nationally recognised and long-established community service. It provides a 24 hour telephone crisis support service, 365 days a year. It also provides an online Crisis Chat service from 8pm to 4am (AEST) every day.

Suicide call-back 24 hour service 1300 659 467 is for people feeling at risk of suicide; people who are caring for someone who is suicidal; or people who have lost someone to suicide.Reference: “SANE Suicide Prevention and Recovery Guide” available at: http://www.sane.org/suicide-prevention-and-recovery-guide

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RELINQUISHING THE CARING ROLEAt Carer Support we recognise Elizabeth still has a caring role as her mother-in-law’s key support person and advocate, even though she now lives in a nursing home. Elizabeth continues to be welcome to attend our carer groups and activities. She is no longer eligible for our short term, emergency or occasional respite funding, as she is not caring for her mother-in-law in the community. It is lovely that she now has more free time for her own fun activities such as building a rocking horse from scratch! She is doing a very important thing – re-building a full life for herself as her caring role reduces.

We are very aware that people need support through and beyond the time they are in a caring role. Our view is that a carer becomes a past carer when their loved one has passed away or when they have stopped providing any informal care to their family member or friend for other reasons.

This change in role can be a traumatic time and Carer Support will always be with carers to listen and support them through this new phase in their lives. Carers are such wonderful giving people that it can be hard initially to pick up the reins of a life after caring, but it can also give opportunities for fulfilment in other ways. We would love to hear other carers’ encouraging stories about the journey of reducing or moving away from their caring role.

The finished piece

“Time for me!”“How I take care of myself outside of my caring role.”

JESSE IS 17 YEARS OLD AND CARES FOR A YOUNGER BROTHER.Jesse likes playing footy but he takes care of himself by catching up with friends!

“Being involved with Raw Energy gives me a sense of belonging - just being out with young carer friends and knowing there are lots of people who can help him make me feel that I’m not alone.”

Jesse’s advice: “Be strong!”

JAY IS 17 YEARS OLD AND HAS A CARING ROLE FOR HER MOTHER. Jay believes that going to school everyday, doing activities such as reading and cooking plus having a focus on “my time”, is how she takes care of herself and has a break from her caring role. For someone who has been in a caring role for over 10 years, she has some sound advice:

“Stay strong and talk to people…ask for help when you need it”.

Jay shared with us that a lot has changed for her since being involved with Raw Energy at Carer Support.

“It feels like a family and helps me to enjoy the time out.”

MATT IS 17 YEARS OLD AND HAS A CARING ROLE FOR HIS OLDER BROTHER. Matt likes to be active, loves soccer, footy and a whole range of other sports. Matt described how Raw Energy supports him and his family. He lost all of his grand parents when he was young, but his involvement with Raw Energy has given him “somewhere else to go”.

Being with all the guys at Raw Energy helps him “take off the responsibility that comes with the caring role and leave behind the stress that goes with it.”

He states that he has been in Raw Energy since he was five, and “…their support has been excellent!”. Matt described his

experiences of being bullied at school because of his disabled brother. Bullying can cause anxiety, but Matt now believes that as hard as it was to deal with this negative treatment, it has made him a strong and mature person, and taught him how to take everything in a positive way.

His sage advice includes:

“Never let another person get you down, be strong and always think positively!”

RHYS IS 16 YEARS OLD AND IS PRIMARY CARER FOR HIS MOTHER. Rhys’s passion is for sport, especially ice hockey. Raw Energy activities provide the break that he needs. He has lots of responsibility as he is the only support his mum at home. School has not been the easiest or most enjoyable experience for Rhys and he has reached a point where he is exploring alternative pathways as he charts a future for himself while managing his caring role. “Raw Energy support really helps me!”

Rhys advice: “Be strong!”

ISSY IS 15 YEARS OLD AND HAS A CARING ROLE FOR HER SISTER. Issy has hobbies she enjoys which include making script letters. She has recently joined a trampolining club, so she can have a little time for herself.

Being home is like having to care for her sister 24/7, but when she is at Raw Energy activities “…it helps take the caring thoughts away, and it feels great just being among other people”.

She has been in Raw Energy for quite a long time and she appreciates the support she gets, because it gives her “…the freedom to be her self and being away from home feels good.”

Issy’s advice: “Be strong and keep having the helping spirit because those people we are caring for need us.”

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Individual appointments are also made with interested families, to discuss

their particular situations in more detail with our NDIS coordinators, and letters explaining Carer Support’s services are provided for families to take to initial meetings with their NDIS planner.

There are two ways Carer Support is currently able to assist families, once they are included in the NDIS plan:

Financial Management (Financial Intermediary Activities):

Carer Support will:

1. Organise providers and their payment.

2. Pay expense claims.

3. Provide monthly statements for participants.

4. Claim from the National Disability Insurance Agency for payments made on behalf of families.

Care Coordination (Service Intermediary Activities):

Carer Support uses a shared and secure personal online management system for each family, for all or some of the following:

1. Document management system – setting up a database of reports, medical forms and invoices.

2. Coordinating therapies and appointments via a calendar that includes appointment reminders for the family via email or text.

3. Tasks and other online services.

The next NDIS Information Session will be held on Tuesday 3 February 2015 at Southern Carer Support Centre from 12noon-2pm. There will be peer-support coffee catch-ups organised at our Southern and Eastern offices so that you can meet other families who are going through the process of accessing the NDIS.

Updates for monthly information sessions and peer-support coffee catch-ups will be posted regularly on our Website and Facebook.

If you have any queries in the meantime, please contact Carly White on 08 8379 5777 or email us at [email protected]

NDIS Information SessionsCarer Support has monthly NDIS information morning and afternoon teas at our Southern and Eastern Carer Centres. These are well attended by families currently accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme, or looking to access NDIS in the near future.

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Carer Support Targeted Programs

Raw Energy ProgramRaw Energy supports young carers aged 5-17 years living in the South East region of Adelaide with recreational and educational opportunities to support them with their caring role.

Young carers provide a significant level of care to a family member who has a chronic illness, disability or long-term mental illness.

For further information, contact the Raw Energy team at Carer Support on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

Carers’ Hope and Recovery Team (CHART)If you are caring for someone with a mental illness, why not give us a call?

Contact the CHART team during business hours on 8379 5777, or for after hours carer emergencies call 1800 052 222, or drop a line at any time to [email protected]

ATSI Carer ProgramThe Carer Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Program supports carers living in the South and East region of Adelaide who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander origins with recreational and educational opportunities to support them with their caring role.

If you would like to know more about this program please contact Wendy Casey on 8433 9555 or email [email protected] or Claudine Buckskin on 8433 9555 or email [email protected]

Young Adult Carer ProgramThe Carer Support Young Adult Carer (YAC) Program supports young people, aged 18 to 50, and living in the South East region of Adelaide who are in a caring role. This program aims to provide recreational and educational opportunities to support these carers in their caring role. In the past, the YAC Program has been able to provide regular coffee groups, job skills workshops and go-karting. If you would like to know more about this program please contact Joshua Stokes on 0407 090 345 or 8433 9555 or email [email protected]

Male Carer Program The Carer Support Male Carer Program supports men in a caring role, who are living in the South and East regions of Adelaide, by providing recreational and educational opportunities.

If you would like to know more about our program, please contact Jodie Louden or Daniel Victory on 8379 5777, or email [email protected]

CaLD ProgramCarer Support Southern Link and CaLD Connection are support groups that assist carers who come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, who care for an adult or child with a disability, mental illness, or for someone who is frail aged. You can also bring the person you care for. This program offers carers the chance to connect with others in a social setting.

Feel free to drop in or call the Support Team on 8379 5777 for more details. Morning tea is provided.

One of our members recently wrote “When we sing we release ourselves

from the pressures of everyday life. Many who care for loved ones often have feelings of anxiety. However, when they sing together, they are participating in an event in which care-giving is not the sole focus. It allows people to share and enjoy precious moments with each other.”Singing along with the words offers additional benefits, including keeping minds active. [And] Music is an essential way with communicating with other people and the wider community.

It is the goal of The Caring Choir to allow carers and those they care for to find their voices in singing, and to help increase awareness in the community about caring and being cared for.

We are an easy-going group welcoming

all ages of people in care with their carers to give expression to the joy we have within – the joy that can be sometimes hard to find or express.

No singing experience is needed – everyone has a voice, and the diversity of our abilities and interests in music add to the colourfulness of our musical collage. If you are shy, it is not necessary to take part in our occasional performances.

The Caring Choir meets weekly during term times at the Rosefield Uniting Church, 2 Carlton Street, Highgate, at 1.30pm on Wednesdays, and after singing we enjoy afternoon tea together, finishing at about 3.30pm. We ask $2.50 per session from those who can afford it. Once a month, for those who don’t want to be regular choir members, but still enjoy singing

The Little Choir that RocksFor carers with the people in their care.

well-known songs, we have sing-a-longs open to anyone. These sing-a-longs are on the month’s first Wednesday, at the same time and place as the weekly sessions. Words for all the songs are provided.

If you would like to come, please phone Janet on 8379 8941.

It is said that “music paints our words”, so come along and add colour to your life.

“You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear

in the face. You must do the things which you think you cannot do.”

– ELEANOR ROOSEVELT

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Staying cool during Summer is important. Extreme heat poses

an elevated risk to the health and wellbeing of carers, their families and care recipients. While we can’t predict what will happen with our weather for Summer 2015, we can assure you that we will take good care of you and cancel outdoor carer activities if the temperature is predicted to be over 36 degrees. If the event day is predicted to be over 40 degrees, we will cancel indoor events as well. This is for the protection and comfort of all attendees.

Cancellation of an event will take place two days prior to the event and while Carer Support will advise attendees, if you are unsure, please call 8379 5777.

It’s important to be aware of this when booking to attend a Summer event.

Even more so, please stay in touch with us on the day of the event if the temperature soars.

Summer Heat ConsiderationsPlease take care of yourself during these extreme heat days whether at an event or not. Drink plenty of water, stay indoors and take cool baths. Use your air-conditioners and fans, or even visit close by public facilities such as shopping centres, community centres and libraries during the daytime if you can, but go there in the morning before it gets very hot.

Summer Heat Event Considerations

New insights on taking care of yourselfNow that our Carers’ Lounge is open at the Eastern Carer Support Centre, we invite you to join us at one or more of our informal gatherings.

As caring can be challenging, it’s good to take time with us to reflect how caring impacts you and share ideas about how you can look after yourself.

We provide a lovely morning/afternoon tea to complement our conversations in a relaxed setting.

All carers are welcome, and we encourage carers who are newly connected with Carer Support.

Dates for your diary:Respite: Getting time for yourself Thursday 11 December 2014 10.30am–12noon Wednesday 17 December 2014 2.30pm–4pm

Dealing with stress: Relaxation (mini massages will be available) Thursday 15 January 2015 2.30pm–4pm Wednesday 28 January 2015 10.30am–12noon

Dealing with sadness and grief Tuesday 10 February 2015 2.30pm–4pm Tuesday 24 February 2015 10.30am–12noon

Bookings: Support Admin East on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

It’s all About You!

To book for any Carer Support event, education session or to lodge an Expression of Interest, please refer to the individual event for contact details.

For further information regarding payment options, payment assistance, cancellations /refund policy, respite, transport or to let us know about dietary requirements please chat with our Support Admin Team when making your booking.

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How to Book

The Wildlife @ Woodstock Carer/Caree Day Out was a resounding success.

Everyone who attended loved the peaceful surroundings, food and excellent service. Many commented that it was such a good opportunity for “time out” and they contrasted it to the “pressure” that they sometimes experienced in their daily life. People felt “at ease” in the lovely soothing ambience of the Woodstock Estate where they could “unwind and be nurtured”.

Many people took advantage of the ‘bottomless’ tea and coffee on arrival and sat around tables on the verandah where they could take in the view of the magnificent gum trees and listen to the sounds of many of the native birds. It was an opportunity to unwind and chat to

other people. The day was enhanced by the perfect weather – sunshine, blue skies with light puffy clouds.

Twelve people had the opportunity to feed the kangaroos with bottles and also apples. People were keen to photograph this event and many laughs were had by all watching this activity.

Some people took advantage of the availability of wine tasting throughout the day, stocking up on their home supplies or just tasting some different wines for future reference.

The food was ‘5 Star Contemporary Australian Cuisine’ and people agreed that it did more than live up to its reputation. The entrée of soup of duck cassoulet was

PAST EVENT – CARER & CAREE DAY OUT, 28 AUGUST 2014

Wildlife & Wine @ Woodstocka hot topic of conversation with some people getting the name of the butcher (Ellis in McLaren Vale) in order to purchase some duck for themselves. The main course of Aged Lamb Cutlets and Snapper were both highly complimented.

However, the ‘big hit of the day’ was the Hazelnut Chocolate Tart with comments such as:

“This is heaven!”“Wow, I want this recipe!”

As the pictures reveal, people left with broad smiles on their faces and an obvious state of peacefulness. A few vowing to return to this place in the near future with family or even on their own to relax and unwind.

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Expression of InterestCarer Retreat Night in the City (Carer Only)

Our Summer ‘carer only’ retreat will be in the City of Adelaide at the 41/2 star, non-smoking boutique hotel, the Rockford Adelaide on Hindley Street.

It is conveniently located close to North Terrace arts and cultural precincts, the River Torrens, Festival Centre and Adelaide Oval.

Rooms are spacious, with modern contemporary style decor. There is a roof top pool and sauna with panoramic views of the city skyline.

This is an overnight retreat, with check-in from 2pm. You have the afternoon free to settle into your room, go for a walk along the Torrens River, see an exhibition or a show in the Fringe, or shop in the Mall.

Carer Support staff will host ‘Welcome Drinks’ in the late afternoon around the upstairs pool, where you can meet other carers. You may choose to dine with other carers at the hotel’s Spice Market bistro (own expense) or choose a café in the city, then go out to one of the many ‘Fringe’ shows in the city/parklands.

Buffet breakfast is included on Sunday morning, with check out by 10am.

Fringe program available at www.adelaidefringe.com.au

DETAILS: Double rooms are mostly available with queen size beds, however some twin rooms will suit single carers to share with another carer of the same gender. There are a small number of single rooms available for an additional fee of $65. Parking is available under the hotel – enter at rear of building off Morphett St for an additional cost of $18. Reception will give a permit for display on car dash. Please advise at time of booking if a car park will be required.

This is an Expression of Interest only and you will be contacted by Support Staff after the RSVP date.

WHERE: The Rockford Adelaide – 164 Hindley St, Cnr Morphett St, Adelaide

DATE: Saturday 21 February – Sunday 22nd February 2015

TIME: 2pm check in; 10am check out

COST: Active Carers: $35 per registered carer. An additional $65 if a single room is required. Past Carers: $70 per person. An additional $65 if a single room is required.

TRANSPORT: Make your own way

RSVP: Friday 9 January 2015

BOOKINGS: Support Admin South 8433 9555 or email [email protected]

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These sessions are for carers of people who may be living with memory loss or confusion. It is not necessary for there to be a diagnosis of dementia. Carers may ask questions about the memory loss/dementia process, especially when handling behaviours that may be repetitive or challenging in some way.

Educators from Alzheimer’s Australia SA will give presentations and Carer Support will talk about support for carers. There will be time to ask questions and problem solve with the presenter and other carers.

Carer Support will hold several free sessions in the 2015 Dementia Education Program. This is our Advance Notice of this program.

Carer EducationDEMENTIA - IT’S ABOUT YOU TOO! CARER AND CAREE DEMENTIA EDUCATION PROGRAM 2015

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NOTICE

Pamper and Information Day VENUE: Southern area

DATE: Tuesday 16 June 2015

TIME: 10:30am – 1:30pm includes morning tea and lunch

Information from services such as Alzheimer’s Australia SA, Independent Living Centre, Continence Resource Centre, Seniors Information Service, Carer Respite, and Community Services.

Mini massages, Introduction to Tai Chi, Pamper gift and free resources.

Full details & RSVP dates will be provided in future Sharing Sheet editions. Stay tuned.

Dinner and Evening Information Session VENUE: Marion Hotel, 849 Marion Rd, Mitchell Park

DATE: Wednesday 15 April 2015

TIME: 6pm dinner with presentation starting at 7pm

Morning Tea and Morning Information Session VENUE: Club Marion, 262 Sturt Rd, Marion

DATE: Tuesday 12 May 2015

TIME: 10am–12noon – morning tea on arrival

Relaxation and Lunch / Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander CommunityVENUE: Taikurrendi Children and Family Centre, Christies Beach

DATE: May – date TBC

TIME: 10:30am morning tea and lunch at 12:30pm

Includes information about Memory loss. Mini massages, Introduction to Tai Chi, Pamper gift and free resources.

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Events for CarersUnwind By The Seaside(Carer Only)

Join us in the Summer holiday season of January for a relaxed Morning Tea complete with a glass of champers while taking in the beautiful seascape views across Port Noarlunga.

This is an opportunity to sit in a cool environment, relax and chat with other carers.

WHERE: Hortas, Port Noarlunga Jetty, Port Noarlunga

DATE: Thursday 22 January 2015

TIME: 10am – 12 noon

COST: Active Carers: $10 per person Past Carers: $15 per person



BOOKINGS: Support Admin South on 8433 9555 or email [email protected]

Summer at the Esplanade(Carer Only)

Take some time out for yourself now that Christmas is past and the holidays are in full swing.

We are having morning tea in the Bistro of Brighton’s iconic sea-side hotel – set opposite the jetty on the picturesque shores of Brighton Beach. We have a lovely panoramic view over the water which is so relaxing. Once refreshed, you might like to drop into one of the interesting boutiques along Jetty Road – or take a beach walk or stroll on the jetty – before you head home.

WHERE: The Esplanade Hotel, corner Esplanade and Jetty Road, Brighton

DATE: Tuesday 13 January 2015

TIME: 10am – 11.30am


TRANSPORT: Make your own way. Parking is available in the hotel car park, with access direct into the Bistro.

RSVP: Tuesday 6 January 2015

BOOKINGS: Support Admin East on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

Family Picnic and Pool Day(Whole of Family Event)

Join us at the Marion Swimming Centre.

The Marion Swimming Centre is a premier open air swimming facility set in grassed and shady grounds with excellent disability facilities and located in the heart of Marion, offering summertime fun and relaxation for the whole family. Natural shade is provided from more than 35 mature Chinese Elms as well as shade cloth over the smaller pools and surrounds. Bring the family along for a BBQ lunch, icecream and the chance to catch up with other carers in a very relaxed atmosphere. This is a great chance for parents who care for a child with a disability to bring the whole family. Come for lunch and stay as long as you like.

WHERE: Marion Outdoor Swim Centre, Hendrie Street, Park Holme

DATE: Wednesday 14 January 2015

TIME: Lunch 12pm-1:30pm, pool closes at 8pm

COST: $10 per adult, kids are free




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Expression of Interest

Male Carer Fishing Retreat (Male Carer Only)

We have another chance to attend our popular Male Carer retreat on the fabulous Fleurieu Peninsula for you.

We are proposing to head down South on March 27th, 28th and 29th 2015; however this time our base will be a new venue – Port Elliot Beach House YHA.

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Whole of Family Camp

The Family Camp is an annual event that is very popular with our carers.

Places are extremely limited for this two night stay in luxury cabin accommodation. In 2015 the camp will be held at Adelaide Shores Resort at West Beach, adjacent to the Caravan Park. The resort boasts multiple fun filled options for the kids to swim and play in lovely surroundings. This is a great opportunity to connect with other families who care for a child/children with a disability.

Please contact us as soon as possible to register your families’ interest and you will be contacted by Support Staff after the RSVP date. Places will be allocated in the first instance to families who have not attended in previous years.


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WHERE: Adelaide Shores Resort, West Beach

DATE: Friday 20 – Sunday 22 March 2015

TIME: 2pm check in on Friday, check out 10am Sunday

COST: $50 per adult, $20 per child

TRANSPORT: Make your own way there

RSVP: Wednesday 14 January 2015

BOOKINGS: Support Admin East 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Tina on 8379 5777

Take a look at their website for more information: www.yha.com.au/hostels/ sa/fleurieu-peninsula/port-elliot- beach-house-accommodation/

This beautiful property sits right on Horseshoe Bay, and is a short stroll to local pubs, cafes and shops.

The weekend will include going to No. 58 Cellar Door & Gallery for lunch and some wine tasting on Saturday, and on the Sunday we have planned an all day Fishing Adventure on Fish Stalker 2, a 50 foot vessel, which always guarantees a great day out for all.

If you don’t want to take part in either the visit to the winery or the fishing trip, there are plenty of local attractions on offer, including the Port Elliot Market on Saturday, a day trip to Victor Harbor, visiting local cafes or restaurants, or even just walking along the beach. Trips to No. 58 and Fishing Charter will be serviced by our allocation of company vehicles, which is included in the cost.

All meals are covered in the cost, however drinks will be at own expense.


WHERE: Port Elliot Beach House YHA, 13 The Strand, Port Elliot

DATE: Friday 27 March 2015 to Sunday 29 March 2015

COST: Active Carers: $95 per person for those who don’t wish to do fishing charter; $190 per person for those who do. Past Carers: $190 per person for those who don’t wish to do fishing charter; $365 per person for those who do.

TRANSPORT: Make your own way to accommodation - a bus and company car will be available for activities whilst there.

RSVP: Wednesday 18 February 2015

BOOKINGS: Support Admin East 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Daniel or Jodie on 8379 5777.

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GroupsCaLD GROUPSCaLD ConnectionWHERE: Eastern Carer Support Centre 290 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton.

WHEN: Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month with a program of guest speakers and social outings. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 11th February 2015 to celebrate Chinese New Year – Year of the Sheep.TIME: 10.00am – 12noon

CONTACT: Susan Rennison on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

CaLD Southern Link (Carer & Caree)WHERE: Uniting Church 578 Cross Road, Plympton.

WHEN: Meets on the 3rd Friday of the month. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 20 February 2015 for morning tea and catch up.TIME: 10.30am – 12noon followed by an optional 3 course community lunch until 1.30pm. $10 for 3 courses.

CONTACT: Tina Williams on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

MALE CARER GROUPSCome and enjoy a meal and drink in the company of other male carers, for just $10!

MALE CARER GROUPS CONTACT: Jodie Louden or Daniel Victory on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

NOTE: Past Carers will be expected to purchase their lunch at their own cost from 1 January 2015.

Hackney Lunch GroupWHERE: Hackney Hotel 95 Hackney Road, Hackney.

WHEN: Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 10 February 2015.

TIME: 12noon – 2.00pm

Southern Lunch GroupWHERE: Jimmy Deane’s SAFC, 1 Lovelock Drive, Noarlunga Downs.

WHEN: Meets 4th Wednesday of the month. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 25 February 2015.

TIME: 11.00am – 1.00pm

Morphett Lunch GroupWHERE: Morphett Arms Hotel 138 Morphett Road, Glengowrie.

WHEN: Meets 3rd Thursday of the month. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 19 February 2015.

TIME: 12noon - 2.00pm

SOUTH & EAST CARER GROUPSBayside CarersWHERE: Meets at various venues in the Glenelg/Brighton area.

WHEN: Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month. December meeting: Wednesday 10 December at local café, 11am – 1pm, Carers buy own lunch. No meeting in January.

TIME: 10.00am – 12noon

CONTACT: For more information and location, Susan Rennison on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

East ExtendersWHERE: Payneham/Campbelltown area

WHEN: Meets 3rd Friday of the month. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 20 February 2015.

TIME: 10.00am -12noon


Lunch BunchWHERE: Edwardstown Senior Citizens Club, Corner of Dumbarton Ave & Towers Tce, Edwardstown. New venue for 2015 – to be confirmed.WHEN: Meets 2nd Friday of the month with a program of speakers and social activities. No meeting in January. Next meeting 13 February 2015.TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pmCOST: $5pp (for optional lunch)CONTACT: Susan Rennison on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

Parents’ Coffee Group For parents of children of any age who have an intellectual or physical disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder, wanting to attend an evening group. Respite can be provided if needed and Carer Support will buy you a coffee.WHERE: Meets at a pub or café in the Eastern Suburbs.WHEN: Meets on the last Monday of the month. No meeting in December or January due to Public Holidays. Next meeting 23 February 2015.TIME: 7:30pm-9:30pmCONTACT: Tina Williams on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

Parents’ Time OutFor parents of children who have an intellectual or physical disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder, with morning tea provided. Please note change of venue from January.WHERE: The Southern Carer Support Centre, 241 Main South Rd, Morphett Vale.WHEN: Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month. No meeting in December. Next meeting: 29 January 2015 (changed due to school holidays).TIME: 9.30am – 11.30amFREE CRÈCHE: bookings essentialCONTACT: Tina Williams on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

Unless specified to be for a particular carer role, you are very welcome to attend any group activity and we welcome new carers to all groups.Events for Carers

Utopia @ Waterfall Gully(Carer Only)

Utopia is set in a beautifully preserved, century-old stone chalet which boasts the unique title of Australia’s last remaining heritage ‘tea room’, and the nation’s only restaurant set beside a natural waterfall.

It is a truly unique and picturesque venue nestled between towering cliffs and soaring trees, and offers spectacular waterfall views.We will have a Devonshire tea of scones, jam and cream to accompany our tea or coffee. Feeling adventurous afterwards? You might like to walk up closer to view the waterfall, or even walk to the top!Please note the car park is a short walk away from the restaurant which is accessed by ramp or stairs.

WHERE: Utopia Restaurant, 170 Waterfall Gully Rd, Waterfall Gully

DATE: Wednesday 25 March 2015

TIME: 10:30am – 12noon



RSVP: Monday 16 March 2015


Cruise with the Dolphins(Male Carers)

Come along and join us on a relaxing 2 1/2 hour cruise along the Port River, where you can relish in the sunshine and catch sight of the Port’s local dolphins.

We will board the Dolphin Explorer at 11am at the Queen’s Wharf in Port Adelaide, and will be sailing along the Port River. Bring your camera along to capture photos of these gorgeous animals frolicking in the sunshine (that’s the Dolphins, not the male carers!!). We will have a lovely 2 course lunch, and there is a bar on board where you can purchase drinks at your own cost.

WHERE: Departs from Queens Wharf, End of Commercial Road, Port Adelaide

DATE: Wednesday 28 January 2015

TIME: Board at Queens Wharf at 11am and return at 2pm

COST: Active Carers: $20 per person (drinks extra) Past Carers: $25 per person (drinks extra)


RSVP: Wednesday 14 January 2015


Festival Lunch(Carer & Caree)

It’s Mad March and Festival time in Adelaide.

So we are getting in the swing with a themed Trivia Quiz and Lucky Prizes, followed by a fabulous 2 course lunch. We will also be entertained by our own celebrity musician who will set our feet a-tapping and raise our spirits.

WHERE: Function Room 2, The Highway, 290 Anzac Highway, Plympton

DATE: Tuesday 3 March 2015

TIME: 11:30am – 2:30pm

COST: Active Carers / Caree: $20 per person (drinks extra) Past Carers: $40 per person (drinks extra)


RSVP: Monday 23 February 2015


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DECEMBER 2014Monday 1 Event - Eastern Christmas Lunch (bookings have closed)

Tuesday 2 Group - Coastal Carers

Friday 5 Group - Far South Connection Event – Evening Christmas Dinner (bookings have closed)

Wednesday 10 Group - Bayside Carers Lunch

Thursday 11 Event - Respite: Getting time for yourself

Friday 12 Group - Southern Circle of Support Group - Lunch Bunch

Saturday 13 Group - Brunch Club

Wednesday 17 Event - Respite: Getting time for yourself

Thursday 25 Merry Christmas!

JANUARY 2015 HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Friday 2 Group - Far South Connection

Tuesday 6 Group - Coastal Carers

Thursday 8 Group - Walkerville Carers

Friday 9 Group - Southern Circle of Support

Tuesday 13 Event – Summer at the Esplanade

Wednesday 14 Event – Family Picnic and Pool Day

Thursday 15 Event – Dealing with stress

Monday 19 Group - Willunga Carers

Thursday 22 Event – Unwind by the Seaside

Wednesday 28 Event – Dealing with stress Event – Cruise with the Dolphins

Thursday 29 Group - Parents’ Time Out

FEBRUARY 2015 Tuesday 3 Group - Coastal Carers

Friday 6 Group - Far South Connection

Tuesday 10 Group - Hackney Lunch (Male Carers) Event – Dealing with sadness and grief

Wednesday 11 Group - CaLD Connection

Thursday 12 Group - Walkerville Carers

Friday 13 Group – Southern Circle of Support Group – Lunch Bunch

Saturday 14 Group - Brunch Club

Monday 16 Group - Aldinga Carers

Wednesday 18 Group - Bayside Carers

Thursday 19 Group - Morphett Lunch (Male Carers)

Friday 20 Group - CaLD Southern Link Group - East Extenders

Saturday 21 Event – Carer Only Retreat – Night in the City

Monday 23 Group - Parents’ Coffee Group

Tuesday 24 Event – Dealing with sadness and grief

Wednesday 25 Group - Southern Lunch (Male Carers)

Thursday 26 Group - Parents’ Time Out

Summer Calendar

CALENDAR

SOUTH & EAST CARER GROUPS continued

Partridge House CarersFor parents who care for an adult child (over 25 years) with a disability.

WHERE: Garden Room, Partridge House, 38 Partridge Street, Glenelg.

WHEN: Wednesdays in 2015: March 4, June 3, September 2, November 4.

GUEST SPEAKER PROGRAM:

March 4th: Help for Hoarders



Walkerville Carers WHERE: Walkerville ECH Day Program 160 Walkerville Terrace.

WHEN: Meets 2nd Thursday of the month. No meeting in December. Next meeting 8 January 2015.

TIME: 10.00am – 11.30am


OUTER SOUTH GROUPSAldinga CarersJoin us for morning tea!

WHERE: Louis’ Place Café Aldinga Central Shopping Centre, Pridham Boulevard, Aldinga Beach.

WHEN: : 16 February, 20 April, 15 June, 17 August, 19 October, 14 December 2015


COST: Free

CONTACT: Support Admin on 8433 9555 or email [email protected]

Coastal Carers WHERE: Hastings Street Community Centre Cnr Hastings and Tongalla Streets, Seaford.

WHEN: Meets 1st Tuesday of the month


COST: Free


Far South ConnectionWHERE: Meeting Room (behind McLaren Vale Hospital) Enter Gate 3 (parking at rear), Aldersey St, McLaren Vale.

WHEN: Meets 1st Friday of the month


COST: Free


Willunga Carers Group Join us for morning tea!

WHERE: The Green Room Cafe High Street, Willunga.

WHEN: 19 January, 16 March, 8 May, 20 July, 14 September, 16 November 2015


COST: Free


Lonsdale LunchersThis carer group meets for lunch at the Lonsdale Hotel, every two months. Carers pay for their lunch and drinks and the Lonsdale offers a good selection of food at around $10 per head.

WHERE: The Lonsdale Hotel 25 Sheriffs Road, Lonsdale.

WHEN: Meets bi-monthly on Friday. No meeting in January. Next meeting 5 March 2015.

TIME: 12noon – 2.00pm

CONTACT: Margaret Potts or Meredith McLeod on 8433 9555 or [email protected] or [email protected]

Southern Circle of Support GroupWHERE: Southern Carer Support Centre 241 Main South Road, Morphett Vale.

WHEN: Meets 2nd Friday of the month


COST: Free

CONTACT: Julie Milburn on 8433 9555 or [email protected]

Brunch ClubThis social group meets monthly providing an opportunity for carers and past carers and their friends to spend social time together on the 2nd Saturday of the month. A very friendly and sociable group, they would welcome carers in the McLaren Vale and surrounding areas to join them.

WHERE: NEW VENUE! Oxenberry Farm Café, 24-26 Kangarilla Road, McLaren Vale.

WHEN: Every 2nd Saturday of the month. No meeting in December or January. Next meeting 14 February 2015.


COST: At own cost.


Groups Unless specified to be for a particular carer role, you are very welcome to attend any group activity and we welcome new carers to all groups.

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you grow.” – LES BROWN

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CONTACT US

Eastern Carer Support Centre 290 Glen Osmond RoadFullarton SA 5063Phone 8379 5777Fax 8379 8777

Southern Carer Support Centre 241 Main South Road Morphett Vale SA 5162 Phone 8433 9555 Fax 8329 5899

Email [email protected]

Media [email protected]

Website www.carersupport.org.au

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HACC Aged Care Program

Am I eligible?

If you can answer YES to the following statements then you should be eligible for our services:

• I live in the South East Metro area of Adelaide, South Australia

• I am over 65 (or over 50 if of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background)

• I am currently living with ill-health and/or physical limitations

• I do not live in a nursing home.

How can Carer Support help you? We can help you access:

• Community activities, home visiting services, and telephone monitoring services.

• Domestic support including basic cleaning, occasional spring clean (criteria applies), dishwashing, clothes washing and ironing, going shopping for you.

• Home maintenance including changing light bulbs, replacing tap washers, gutter cleaning and minor repairs, garden maintenance (light pruning, weeding and yard tidy).

• Shopping / Banking including accompany you to do your banking or shopping (grocery or other).

• Transport including careworker, taxi or taxi vouchers.

We can also provide funding for centre based day care sessions, including personal assistance from a care worker to help you use the day care centre services if you need.

What are the fees?

Centre Based Day Care $10.00 / session

Cleaning, Home Maintenance, Safety monitoring $10.00 / session

Shopping, Banking or Social support $10.00 / hour

Transport Personal $2.50 / trip

Who should I contact for more info?

Call our HACC Aged Care Program Coordinator at Carer Support on 8379 5777 or email [email protected]

Carer Support’s HACC Aged Care Program has been very popular and to broaden the accessibility the eligibility criteria has been modified.

Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre

Looking for respite options? Do you need a break from your caring role? We offer our carers short term, planned or unplanned respite. For respite support including emergency respite outside standard business hours, FREECALL™ 1800 052 222

Change of circumstances or details

If you move address, change your circumstances or no longer wish to remain registered with Carer Support please ring 8379 5777 and ask to speak to our Administration staff. Alternatively you can email [email protected]

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Making a donation or bequest

Would you like to make a donation or bequest to Carer Support? A bequest is a way other carers gain our support when your loved one passes away. All donations over $2 are tax deductable. Cheques should be made payable to Carer Support and addressed “Attention: Executive Manager Finance and HR”

Ceased your caring role but would still like to receive the Sharing Sheet?

If you have ceased your caring role but would still like to receive our Sharing Sheet by post, we ask a small annual donation to offset costs.

Documents

Sharing Sheet Summer 2014