These are groups of carers who meet regularly to discuss their caring situations, have some ‘time out’ from caring situations and exchange tips and information about caring.
The benefits of attending a support group include:
being with others who understand the pressures of caring
getting emotional support
making friends and overcoming isolation
getting information
At CSS we offer a number of support groups catering to a variety of caring roles. These groups include.
As from April 6, the Commonwealth Government's Carer Gateway is now operational, with The Benevolent Society being provider for Carer Gateway in our region - Central, Eastern and Northern Sydney areas. We encourage all carers to contact the Carer Gateway on 1800 422 737 for
Update on Carer Support Groups : May 20, 2020
Carer Support Service has unfortunately had to suspend face to face support groups due to COVID-19 restrictions. We are looking forward to resuming our group meetings as soon as it is safe and practicable to do so. We know carers value connecting with each other.
Ruby Ball News : July 3, 2019
The Ruby Ball fundraiser on June 21 was a fabulous success! Congratulations to our wonderful Ambassador Cheryl Koenig OAM who was the driving force behind this event, and whose 5th book In My Blood was launched on the night by Senator Kristina Keneally. Cheryl worked tirelessly