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Information for Carers

Caladenia's Day Centre provides a range of services for Carers of people with any type of dementia.

Carers use the day programs as respite. That means some time to relax, shop, or do something for yourself, knowing that your relative is well cared for by the Day Centre staff.

Caladenia is affiliated with Alzheimer's Australia Vic, as well as with Carers Victoria. Part of our commitment to caring for people with dementia is to provide support and education to the carers of these people.

Caladenia hosts regular Carer Support Meetings. These meetings take place once a month, on a Thursday Morning.

Some of the meetings feature a guest speaker or educational video. Other meetings are reserved for you to have "Your Say".

The meetings are a great opportunity to meet other people who are living with similar experiences. These informal gatherings give us the chance to ask questions, tell stories and to get advice from others. Sometimes it is just nice to know you are not alone and that others share the same frustrations, concerns and problems as yourself.

The Carer support meetings are open to all carers, whether you have a relative attending the Day Centre or not. Please feel free to come along and meet others for a cuppa, a chat and a chance to perhaps share your experiences with others.

If you have any queries, please give us a call on 9727 2222, or email us at caladenia@caladenia.com.au


Carer Support Group Meetings 2011

  • Thurs Feb 10 (10am to 12 noon) - Informal Meeting

  • Thurs March 17 (10am to 12 noon) - "The Active Service Model, what is it?"

  • Thurs April 14 (10am to 12 noon) - Informal Meeting

  • Thurs May 12 (10am to 12 noon) - Alzheimer's Australia Presenter on Grief and Loss for Carers (light lunch included after the session)

  • Thurs June 9 - 12.30pm - Lunch Out

  • July-December - to be advised

Carers who wish to bring their relative into the program whilst they attend the support meetings are welcome - please let the staff know prior to the date if you wish to do this.

Download our Carer Info Booklet here

A group of carers enjoying lunch at a restaurant
A Carers' Lunch
A delicious piece of chocolate mudcake
One of the benefits of joining the Carers Support Group!

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