For Bayside, Georges River and Sutherland Shire human service providers
Guide by Carers NSW to help carers understand how fuel disruptions might affect their caring role; make simple, practical plans that reduce stress and risk; and connect their care plans so they work together.
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This post expires on Wednesday 12 August 2026
– PlayConnect+ Online: Supported playgroup for families with children 0–8 years who have a disability or developmental concern. All families are welcome – no diagnosis or NDIS required | Tuesdays, 11am-12pm & Thursdays, 10am-11am, via MS Teams | Flyer | Registration
– MyTime: Peer support program for parents and carers of a child with a disability, chronic medical condition or other additional needs, including developmental delay | Saturdays, during school terms, 10am-12pm, Billa Road Community Hall, 50R Billa Rd, Bangor | Flyer | Contact: website enquiry form or mytimebangor@playgroupnsw.org.au
This post expires on Wednesday 12 August 2026
CarerHelp has released resources to support families transitioning a loved one from in-home aged care to residential aged care. The resources include information on recognising when residential care may be needed, planning for the transition, and questions to ask to ensure quality end-of-life care.
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This post expires on Wednesday 5 August 2026
Council is seeking feedback from community members on any part of the draft plan, including the actions, focus areas, and how clearly the information is presented. Feedback will help make sure the DIAP reflects the current needs, priorities and experiences of people with disability, their carers, and families in the Georges River area.
Closes Wednesday, 27 May
Draft DIAP & information on providing feedback
Activities providing an opportunity to meet Civic’s teams and learn more about Civic’s community programs and pathways to employment for people with disability:
– Civic Cafe Connect: Take a look around Kitchen & Catering or Cafe & Canteen | Various dates, until November | Civic Kitchen & Catering, 35A Waratah Rd, Engadine | Registration | or Civic Cafe & Canteen, 127-129 Sutherland Rd, Jannali | Registration
– Civic Industries Tour & Information Session: Take a look around Civic’s Industries, Kitchen & Catering and Indoor Urban Farm social enterprises | Various dates, until November | Civic Industries, 101 Cawarra Rd, Caringbah | Registration
– New Era Hub Tour & Info Session: Learn about Civic’s day, evening and weekend programs | Various dates, until November | New Era Hub, 123 Flora St, Sutherland | Registration
– Job Pathways Info Evening: Learn about employment support services offered by Civic | Wednesday, 24 June, 6pm-7.30pm | Civic HQ, 103 Cawarra Rd, Caringbah | Registration
– Outlines of NDIS changes (including Easy Read version) – Australian Government
– Outlines of NDIS changes (Auslan version) – Australian Government
– Changes to the NDIS: Easy Read information – Inclusion Australia
– NDIS reforms raise key implications for psychosocial supports – Mental Health Coordinating Council (MHCC)
– NDIS access changes put spotlight on missing mental health supports outside the Scheme – Mental Health Australia
This post expires on Tuesday 28 July 2026
Carers NSW in partnership with Carers Australia peer support group session for young carers 12-25 years, interested in creating a Dungeons & Dragons character – a safe space where participants can connect with other young carers, share experiences, and find their adventuring party. Sessions via Zoom:
– 12-17 years: Thursday, 7 May, 5pm-6pm | Registration
– 18-25 years: Thursday, 14 May, 6pm-7pm | Registration
Belongside Families guide includes how schools support students with disability, how decisions about support are made, how to prepare for meetings with schools, ways to work in partnership, what to do if things aren’t working or there are concerns, and where to find additional support and advocacy.
Download Guide | Website
This post expires on Monday 27 July 2026
Equally Well and partners resource aimed at raising awareness among carers about the life expectancy gap for people living with a mental health concern and providing guidance on how they can best support their person to access physical health checks and supports.
Physical Health Matters: Information for Mental Health Carers
This post expires on Tuesday 21 July 2026