In a bid to reduce the high levels of isolation and loneliness experienced by many regional carers, the Commonwealth Carer Gateway program provided by LiveBetter is pleased to launch their first ever Carers’ BIG Lunch series which will see unpaid carers take time out from their caring responsibilities to enjoy a delicious lunch, connect with other carers, and listen as a VIP guest speaker shares their personal caring story.
According to LiveBetter CEO, Natalie Forsyth-Stock, these free events will offer unpaid carers a rare opportunity to step away from their caring role, connect with others on a similar journey, and share in a memorable, uplifting experience.
“Events such as these are crucial for carers who may find they neglect to take time out for themselves.
“The very nature of caring responsibilities can mean that carers become disconnected from their friends and communities, resulting in isolation and loneliness,” said Ms Forsyth Stock.
Hosted by former ABC newsreader Juanita Phillips, the Carers’ Big Lunch series will kick off in Orange and then make its way to Wagga Wagga, Bathurst, Griffith and Dubbo.
The Bathurst event will also feature Sunrise’s Edwina Bartholomew, who will share her personal caring story.
“We hope that carers will walk away from these events not only feeling inspired and uplifted but having made some meaningful connections with other carers that will prove ongoing,” Ms Forsyth-Stock said.
Carer Gateway is proud to offer regional carers unique opportunities for meaningful connection and hopes events like the Carers’ BIG Lunch will leave them feeling strengthened, energised, and inspired.
Above all, it is hoped that every carer walks away knowing that they too, are cared for and that support is available through Carer Gateway.
Unpaid carers who are interested in attending one of the upcoming Carers’ Big Lunch events should call Carer Gateway on 1800 422 737 or visit www.livebetter.org.au.
EVENT DETAILS
The Carers’ BIG Lunch in Bathurst will be held at Rydges Mount Panorama, 1 Conrod Straight, Bathurst, on the 11th of June between 11am – 2:30pm.
The event will be hosted by former ABC newsreader Juanita Phillips and will feature an inspiring keynote address from Sunrise’s Edwina Bartholomew, who will share her personal caring story.
