Emotional Intelligence and the importance of emotion coaching kids in care – Part 2

Online Zoom
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Date: Thursday 13 March Time: 10 am – 12.30 pm Online This session builds on the Emotion Coaching steps provided by Joanie Bartolo in session 1 (see 20 February) and then moves on to explore anger – what is underneath and how to respond and support children and young people. Carers will need to have registered and […]

Free

Online Safety and Wellbeing for Children in Care (0-18 Years)

Online Zoom
Virtual Event Virtual Event

This session will include exploring the emerging risks of AI, including exploitation and deepfakes, equipping carers with the skills to: model safe and healthy practices in the home participate and encourage help-seeking communicate openly about online risks and rewards supervise and support These outcomes will empower carers to take proactive steps in protecting children and young people and promoting […]

Free

Creative Art & Self-Care 1st April

Online Teams
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join us for an enriching creative art and self-care experience designed for foster, kinship, and permanent carers. We invite you to: Express your unconscious thoughts, worries, and grief. Take a moment to pause and care for yourself Honour the incredible contributions you make to the lives of children, young people, and families. Self-care is about […]

Free

Supporting young lives: Trauma-informed and positive approaches

Online Zoom
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Wednesday 2 April 10am – 12pm Zoom online Join Megan Corcoran for a 2-hour webinar where you will learn: The importance of using trauma-informed approaches to support the wellbeing of children and young people, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Evidence-based strategies for fostering autonomy and creating a secure base, empowering children to thrive. Practical […]

Free

Practical Strategies in sharing cultural perspectives of young people in care

Online Zoom
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Date: Saturday 5 April Time: 10am – 12.30pm Location: Zoom online Learn practical strategies and gain confidence in supporting your Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander child or young person with connection to culture, community and country. Join AJ Williams-Tchen and other carers to share ideas, learn and be connected, with an overall focus of caring […]

Free

I never thought I’d be a carer

Online Zoom
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Date: Monday 7 April Time: 10.30am – 12pm Location: Online via Zoom Caring for a child can be joyful and rewarding, however, carers can also face challenges, grief, and loss in this crucial role. Join Griefline for a conversation with a lived experience Kinship Carer, touching on topics including grief, social and identity shifts, and […]

Free

Nikara’s Journey 11 and 12 April 2025

Online Zoom
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Nikara’s Journey CARING FOR ABORIGINAL OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN Follow the story of Nikara and her non-Aboriginal foster parents as they learn how to provide the right support, respect her identity, and keep her safe and connected to her family, culture, and community. This program provides both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Carers with the knowledge […]

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Carer Kafe’s Nutrition for Wellbeing Seminar in Warragul

Warragul, 3820 Tarwin Street, Warragul, Victoria, Australia

Clinical nutritionist/ functional medicine practitioner Nikki Walentini will talk about how to shop, prepare food and eat well on a finite budget. Nikki is an avid cook and has catered for wellness retreats for more than 10 years. She uses a holistic medicine approach to nutrition plus rigorous evidence-based research and functional medicine testing. Carers […]

Carer Kafe’s Nutrition for Wellbeing Seminar in Epping

Epping, 3076 55 O'Herns Road, Epping, Victoria, Australia

Clinical nutritionist/ functional medicine practitioner Nikki Walentini will talk about how to shop, prepare food and eat well on a finite budget. Nikki is an avid cook and has catered for wellness retreats for more than 10 years. She uses a holistic medicine approach to nutrition plus rigorous evidence-based research and functional medicine testing. Carers […]

Time out for you: Creative Wellbeing for Carers – Frankston May

Frankston, 3199 27-37 Davey Street, Frankston, VIC, Australia

Location: Frankston Arts Centre, Cube 37 Dates: May 16th, 23rd & 30th 2025 Times: 3 x Fridays 10am-1.30pm Including Lunch We strongly encourage attendance at all 3 sessions to ensure the greatest benefit. However, if something comes up and you can't attend a session, please let us know. These sessions are designed for carers to […]