Carers Events & Workshops
Upcoming Program of Events
Take A Breath - October: Session 4
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Online Meditation Soundbath - October
Did you know that singing bowls have been used to help calm the mind, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety and promote better sleep? Join us for some mindfulness at our online Meditation Soundbath sessions.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Fishing at Sandringham
Join us for a fishing session designed for beginners!
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Thu 25 September
Online Book Club - October
Book club meetings are held online each month, allowing you to share your thoughts and discuss opinions about the book with other carers.
Event Type: Carers only / Online /Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Thu 2 October
Rainbow Crew - October
Carers in the rainbow community have unique challenges and can benefit from connections with other rainbow carers. The Rainbow Crew is a safe space for adult carers who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Take A Breath - November: Session 1
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Bunnings Workshop - November: Pakenham
This is a face-to-face craft and D.I.Y. workshop that will be held at Bunnings Pakenham. You will need to make your own way there, and back home.
Event Type: Carers only / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Wed 8 October
Let’s Talk Dementia - November: Session 1
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Carers’ Music Club - November
Meet up with other music loving carers once a month to talk all things music!
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Thu 9 October
Carers Crew - November: Session 1
A safe and easy going space for male carers. Talk to other male carers, share your experiences, learn from the experiences of other male carers and make new friends.
Event type: Male carers only / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Beginner Crocheting Workshop
With soft yarn and a crochet hook, immerse yourself in this calming and creative activity.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Mon 13 October
Wellbeing & Self-Care - November: Session 1
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Crafternoons - November: Session 1 - Printed Canvas
Are you looking for a space to get artsy and crafty? If you are then Crafternoons is the place for you! The project for this session is: Printed Canvas
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Tue 14 October
Bunnings Workshop - November: Frankston
This is a face-to-face craft and D.I.Y. workshop that will be held at Bunnings Frankston. You will need to make your own way there, and back home.
Event Type: Carers only / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Tue 14 October
Take A Breath - November: Session 2
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Carers’ Q & A - November
The Carers’ Q & A group is designed to be a place for carers to come together to talk about caring - this session will be attended by OPAN with a focus on Aged Care.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Wed 22 October
Online Bingo - November
BINGO! Need we say more? There will be BINGO. There will be PRIZES. There will be CONVERSATION. There will be CONNECTING WITH OTHER CARERS. There will be FUN!
Event Type: Carers only / Online
EOI cut-off date: Thu 16 October
Frankston Arts Centre presents: Tenori - On The Road
Witness the talents of powerhouse singers: David Kidd, Stewart Morris and Andrew Pryor.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Thu 16 October
Wellbeing & Self-Care - November: Session 2
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Take A Breath - November: Session 3
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Let’s Talk Dementia - November: Session 2
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Carers Crew - November: Session 2
A safe and easy going space for male carers. Talk to other male carers, share your experiences, learn from the experiences of other male carers and make new friends.
Event type: Male carers only / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Soy Candle Making Workshop
Join other carers for an interactive soy candle making workshop for beginners.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Sun 26 October
Wellbeing & Self-Care - November: Session 3
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Crafternoons - November: Session 2 - Printed Canvas
Are you looking for a space to get artsy and crafty? If you are then Crafternoons is the place for you! The project for this session is: Printed Canvas
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Tue 14 October
Take A Breath - November: Session 4
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Online Meditation Soundbath - November
Did you know that singing bowls have been used to help calm the mind, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety and promote better sleep? Join us for some mindfulness at our online Meditation Soundbath sessions.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Bunnings Workshop - November: Keysborough
This is an in-person craft and D.I.Y. workshop that will be held at Bunnings Keysborough. You will need to make your own way there, and back home.
Event Type: Carers only / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Wed 29 October
Online Book Club - November
Book club meetings are held online each month, allowing you to share your thoughts and discuss opinions about the book with other carers.
Event Type: Carers only / Online /Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Thu 30 October
Rainbow Crew - November
Carers in the rainbow community have unique challenges and can benefit from connections with other rainbow carers. The Rainbow Crew is a safe space for adult carers who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Wellbeing & Self-Care - December: Session 1
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Take A Breath - December: Session 1
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Snorkelling at Ricketts Point
Dive in with our beginner-friendly snorkelling session!
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Wed 29 October
Let’s Talk Dementia - December: Session 1
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Carers’ Music Club - December
Meet up with other music loving carers once a month to talk all things music!
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Thu 6 November
Watercolour Painting Workshop
Learn watercolour painting at this fun beginners art class.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Thu 6 November
Carers Crew - December: Session 1
A safe and easy going space for male carers. Talk to other male carers, share your experiences, learn from the experiences of other male carers and make new friends.
Event type: Male carers only / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Floral Christmas Wreath Workshop
Learn how to make your own DIY floral Christmas wreath using fresh flowers in this relaxing workshop.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Mon 10 November
Kingston Arts Centre presents: Christmas Belle
Herald in the Christmas season with Gina Hogan singing some of the most loved carols.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Tue 11 November
Wellbeing & Self-Care - December: Session 2
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Take A Breath - December: Session 2
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
DRUM Theatre presents: ‘Tis The Season
Get into the Christmas spirit as the stage is transformed into a magical festive wonderland.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Thu 13 November
Online Bingo - December
BINGO! Need we say more? There will be BINGO. There will be PRIZES. There will be CONVERSATION. There will be CONNECTING WITH OTHER CARERS. There will be FUN!
Event Type: Carers only / Online
EOI cut-off date: Thu 13 November
Wellbeing & Self-Care - December: Session 3
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Crafternoons - December: Beading
Are you looking for a space to get artsy and crafty? If you are then Crafternoons is the place for you! The project for this session is: Beading
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Tue 18 November
Take A Breath - December: Session 3
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Let’s Talk Dementia - December: Session 2
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Online Book Club - December
Book club meetings are held online each month, allowing you to share your thoughts and discuss opinions about the book with other carers.
Event Type: Carers only / Online /Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Thu 20 November
Rainbow Crew - December
Carers in the rainbow community have unique challenges and can benefit from connections with other rainbow carers. The Rainbow Crew is a safe space for adult carers who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Carers Crew - December: Session 2
A safe and easy going space for male carers. Talk to other male carers, share your experiences, learn from the experiences of other male carers and make new friends.
Event type: Male carers only / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Crafternoons - October: Session 2 - Mindful Mandala
Are you looking for a space to get artsy and crafty? If you are then Crafternoons is the place for you! The project for this session is: Mindful Mandala
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Tue 16 September
Wellbeing & Self-Care - October: Session 4
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Abstract Lino Print Workshop
Learn about the art of carving your design and making prints using a variety of papers and tools.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Sun 28 September
Bunnings Workshop - October: Moorabbin
This is an in-person craft and D.I.Y. workshop that will be held at Bunnings Moorabbin. You will need to make your own way there, and back home.
Event Type: Carers only / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Thu 25 September
Let’s Talk Dementia - October: Session 2
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Take A Breath - October: Session 3
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Wellbeing & Self-Care - October: Session 3
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Frankston Arts Centre presents: Rhonda Burchmore - Wish Upon A Star
Rhonda takes you through the stories and songs that defined her extraordinary 40-year career.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Thu 18 September
Carers Crew - October: Session 2
A safe and easy going space for male carers. Talk to other male carers, share your experiences, learn from the experiences of other male carers and make new friends.
Event type: Male carers only / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Take A Breath - October: Session 2
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Crafternoons - October: Session 1 - Mindful Mandala
Are you looking for a space to get artsy and crafty? If you are then Crafternoons is the place for you! The project for this session is: Mindful Mandala
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Tue 16 September
Wellbeing & Self-Care - October: Session 2
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Online Bingo - October
BINGO! Need we say more? There will be BINGO. There will be PRIZES. There will be CONVERSATION. There will be CONNECTING WITH OTHER CARERS. There will be FUN!
Event Type: Carers only / Online
EOI cut-off date: Thu 11 September
Let’s Talk Dementia - October: Session 1
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Day of Drag Bingo - Carers Week Event
To celebrate National Carers Week this year, we’re hosting a dazzling day of fun, laughter, and community at Drag Bingo! Register for the event now.
Event type: Carers only / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Wed 10 September
Wellbeing & Self-Care - October: Session 1
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Carers Crew - October: Session 1
A safe and easy going space for male carers. Talk to other male carers, share your experiences, learn from the experiences of other male carers and make new friends.
Event type: Male carers only / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Young Carers TwistED Science - October
Calling all scientists to the TwistED Science lab, it’s time to play, explore and be curious!
Event type: Young carers ONLY (5-12 years) / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Sun 24 August
Carers’ Music Club - October
Meet up with other music loving carers once a month to talk all things music!
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Thu 11 September
Visible Mending Workshop
Learn the art of transforming clothing repairs into unique design elements.
Event type: Carers ONLY / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Mon 8 September
Take A Breath - October: Session 1
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime
Crafternoons - September: Session 2 - Custom String Bag
Are you looking for a space to get artsy and crafty? If you are then Crafternoons is the place for you! The project for this session is: Custom String Bag
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Tue 19 August
Wellbeing & Self-Care - September: Session 5
Want to learn more about what you can do to support yourself? Join members of our Carer Services team to learn and practice skills in relaxation, mindfulness, self compassion and wellbeing.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Young Carers Rollerblading - September
Strap on your skates and hit the rollerblading rink with us!
Event type: Young carers ONLY (13-16 years) / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Sun 24 August
Young Carers: Go-Karting, VR & Arcade Games - September [Ages 18-25]
This day of exciting activities is for our young carers who are 18-25 years old!
Event type: Young carers ONLY (18-25 years) / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Sun 24 August
Online Book Club - September
Book club meetings are held online each month, allowing you to share your thoughts and discuss opinions about the book with other carers.
Event Type: Carers only / Online /Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Thu 28 August
Online Meditation Soundbath - September
Did you know that singing bowls have been used to help calm the mind, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and anxiety and promote better sleep? Join us for some mindfulness at our online Meditation Soundbath sessions.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Let’s Talk Dementia - September: Session 2
A group for carers of people who live with dementia to find support and connection.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online / Victoria-wide
EOI cut-off date: Apply at anytime
Young Carers: Go-Karting, VR & Arcade Games - September [Ages 12-17]
This day of exciting activities is for our young carers who are 12-17 years old!
Event type: Young carers ONLY (12-17 years) / In-Person
EOI cut-off date: Sun 24 August
Take A Breath - September: Session 4
This session is designed to be a simple, short and easy way to start or continue a wellbeing practice. It starts with some gentle, easy stretching and finishes with a guided meditation or yoga 'nidra'.
Event type: Carers ONLY / Online
EOI cut-off dates: Apply at anytime

