Inspired Carers

05/06/2026

Free webinar: supporting teens with disability to navigate relationships, s*x and po*******hy 💜

Join this practical session for parents and carers of young people aged 12+ with disability.

Co hosted with Amaze, Let’s Talk: Relationships, s*x, and po*******hy is presented by Associate Professor Wenn Lawson and Maree Crabbe.

You’ll learn how to support your child to build respectful, consenting relationships with confidence.

Topics will include:
🔹Autism, young people, and technology
🔹Autism, young people, puberty and s*xuality
🔹Pornography and young people

✨ This is a one-off event and not to be missed.

👉 Book your spot to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/letstalkjune26Post

23/04/2026

Wangaratta - Looking to connect with other parents who get it? 💬

Our MyTime group is a friendly and inclusive space for parent/carers raising children with a disability. It’s a chance to come together, share ideas, learn from one another, and enjoy some light-hearted activities along the way.
Each session offers a mix of conversation, shared learning, and a bit of fun—because support doesn’t have to feel heavy.

✨ Why join us?
• Connect with parents who understand your experiences
• Learn practical tips and insights from each other
• Enjoy relaxed activities in a welcoming space
• Take some time for yourself in good company

Check the latest details and join us when you can.

New faces are always welcome—we’d love to have you join us 💛

23/04/2026

Cobram - Looking for a welcoming space to connect with other parents who understand the experience of raising a child with a disability? 💛

Our MyTime group is a relaxed and supportive place where you can share experiences, learn from each other, and build meaningful connections. We mix things up with fun activities, helpful discussions, and opportunities to learn together in a way that feels easy and inclusive.

✨ What to expect:
• Friendly, understanding parents
• Shared learning and practical ideas
• Activities with a bit of fun along the way
• A space where you can just be yourself

📅 Please note: We now meet every second Tuesday.

Make sure to check the updated schedule and come along when you can.
Whether you’re new or have been before, you’re always welcome. We’d love to see you there 💬

20/04/2026

Shepparton - Looking to connect with other parents who truly get it? 💬

Our MyTime group is a friendly and inclusive space for parent/carers raising children with a disability. It’s a chance to come together, share ideas, learn from one another, and enjoy some light-hearted activities along the way.

Each session offers a mix of conversation, shared learning, and a bit of fun—because support doesn’t have to feel heavy.

✨ Why join us?
• Connect with parents who understand your experiences
• Learn practical tips and insights from each other
• Enjoy relaxed activities in a welcoming space
• Take some time for yourself in good company

Check the latest details and join us when you can.

New faces are always welcome—we’d love to have you join us 💛

20/04/2026

Seymour - Looking for a welcoming space to connect with other parents who understand the experience of raising a child with a disability? 💛

Our MyTime group is a relaxed and supportive place where you can share experiences, learn from each other, and build meaningful connections. We mix things up with fun activities, helpful discussions, and opportunities to learn together in a way that feels easy and inclusive.

✨ What to expect:
• Friendly, understanding parents
• Shared learning and practical ideas
• Activities with a bit of fun along the way
• A space where you can just be yourself

📅 Please note: We now meet every second Friday.

Make sure to check the updated schedule and come along when you can.

Whether you’re new or have been before, you’re always welcome. We’d love to see you there 💬

17/02/2026

Parents of Teens - Did you know ACD have a Virtual MyTime just for you?

Virtual MyTime for parents with teens is an online peer support group for families of teenagers with disability.

At Virtual MyTime, they have practical, encouraging conversations with others who “get it”. It is an opportunity to connect and share with other families during the highs and lows of the teenage years.

Full details and registration details in the link below.

Get Tickets on Humanitix - Virtual MyTime Group - parents of teens - Wednesdays Term 1, 7.30pm hosted by ACD. Online. Wednesday 11th February 2026. Find event information.

09/02/2026

Might be of interest for those who grab the opportunity to socialize and be outdoors and for those that need to be encouraged to expand their world.

Nature Neighbours has blossomed! 🌻

🦄 Come along to to connect with self, others and non-human nature
🌱 Thursday evenings | Fortnightly | Starting Feb 5

✨ Group times
• 12–17 years: 4–5:30pm (one week)
• 18–25 years: 5:30–7pm (alternate week)

🌿 Sessions take place at changing outdoor locations, allowing us to explore different places and spaces. Once registered, locations will be sent via SMS each week.

🚐 Transport available for young people living in Greater Shepparton. To organise transport, contact Loz on 0429 619 798.

🍃 Register here:
• Nature Neighbours (18–25 years) – https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/MSv7Tfu0s7
• Nature Neighbours (12–17 years) – https://forms.office.com/r/vEaaT5ACzu

🌺 We pay deep respect to the land of Yorta Yorta woka, and it’s Traditional Custodians, within which Nature Neighbours takes place.

💫 We offer gratitude to the young people who have co-designed the program, and to the Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health for their partnership grant that made this dream possible. We would also like to acknowledge greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, Olly and GV Health for their support.

💚 Nature welcomes everyone. Please share this with any young people aged 12-25.

💡Questions or curiosities? Reply to this post or call 5823 8800 and ask for Loz.

25/11/2025

17/11/2025

Navigating Grief: Building Resilience and Understanding for Caregivers

Join Each Family Relationship Support for Carers for a heartfelt and supportive workshop with:
Karen Ellingsen — Counsellor & Certified Grief Educator, Love & Loss Grief Counselling
Date: Wednesday, 26th November 2025 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: ON-LINE FREE EVENT

Caring for others often means holding space for deep emotions — both theirs and your own. This workshop is designed to help caregivers develop resilience, confidence, and understanding when navigating the difficult transitions of grief and loss in themselves and build understanding of how grief presents in those they support.
Together, we’ll explore:
🌸 Navigating changes in your caring role
🌸 Ambiguous & anticipatory grief
🌸 Expressing and accepting thoughts, fears, and emotions
🌸 Starting difficult conversations
🌸 Building your circle of support
🌸 Prioritising self-care

Register your attendance by following the link
https://www.stickytickets.com.au/5KK7T


https://www.stickytickets.com.au/5kk7t/navigating_grief_building_resilience_and_understanding_for_caregivers.aspx

10:30 AM Wed 26 Nov at ONLINE EVENT, , VIC. Each Family Relationship Support for Carers presents Navigating Grief: Building Resilience and Understanding for Caregivers Join us for a heartfelt and supportive workshop with Karen Ellingsen — Couns...

27/10/2025

📕 Supporting Your Child in Reading and Writing - Thursday 6 November 1:00-2:30PM

Want to help your child become a more confident reader and speller? Join us for a FREE online session designed to give parents, carers and educators practical, evidence-based strategies to support reading and writing at home.

✏️ Register now: https://speldvictoriainc.my.salesforce-sites.com/AAkPay__checkoutM?cmid=701Mp00000g4CoxIAE&cacheControl=20251014094716002&campaignType=Information+sessions