FOR CARERS
This month is for YOU.
An opportunity to pause, connect, experience something new and simply take some time for yourself.
Free wellbeing experiences for unpaid carers throughout October 2026.
Who Can Participate?
Carers Month is for unpaid carers who provide ongoing care, support or assistance to a family member, partner, friend or loved one. You don't need to have a formal carer designation or be registered with an organisation to participate. Whether you've been caring for someone for many years, your caring role is relatively new, or you simply identify as someone who provides unpaid care, you're welcome.
You don't have to do it alone.
This is an opportunity to meet other carers, try something different and spend some time doing something for you.
What Can You Expect?
Each Carers Month location will have its own unique program, so what’s available will vary from place to place.
Our main Selby / Tecoma event may feature a particularly diverse range of experiences, with potential opportunities to enjoy wellbeing sessions, group experiences, arts and crafts, entertainment, inspirational presenters, creative activities, spiritual experiences, connection and more.
Other locations may focus more specifically on one-to-one wellbeing sessions and group experiences, while some will offer a broader range of activities and presenters.
We’re continuing to build the program and are inviting practitioners, facilitators, presenters, entertainers and community members to contribute, so we can create the richest and most diverse experience possible for carers.
What’s available near you?
Once each location is finalised, you’ll be able to visit its individual event page to see exactly what’s on, who is participating and what experiences are available.
Program details will be added as they are confirmed.
Individual wellbeing sessions
Free one-to-one sessions with participating practitioners.
Group experiences
Relaxation, meditation, movement, sound, energy work and other wellbeing experiences.
Creative & nature experiences
Opportunities to create, explore, get outdoors or simply enjoy something different.
Talks & entertainment
Inspirational speakers, musicians, comedians, performers, mediums, psychics and other engaging presenters.
Connection & community
A chance to meet other carers, have a cuppa, chat and spend time with people who understand.
Something just for you
You might discover something completely new, have a laugh, learn something, relax or simply enjoy being part of a welcoming community.
Completely free for carers
Every experience offered through Carers Month is being provided free of charge to unpaid carers. Our practitioners, presenters, facilitators and volunteers are donating their time, skills and energy because they want to give something back to carers. You won't be expected to purchase anything, book another service or participate in anything you're not comfortable with.
Come along. Try something new. Have a cuppa. Connect with others. Or simply enjoy some time for yourself.
Where Will Events Be Held?
Victoria
Upwey Belgrave / Selby
Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 October 2026
Join us across RSL Tecoma, Selby House and Ranges Integrative for our main Dandenong Ranges events. We’re currently developing a diverse program of free experiences for carers, with more details to come.
Victoria
Mornington Peninsula
Sunday 25 October 2026
We’ll be bringing Carers Month to the Mornington Peninsula for a day of free experiences and connection for unpaid carers. Venues and the full program will be announced soon.
Tasmania
Kingston Beach
Sunday 18 October 2026
Join us at Kingston Beach Hall for a day created especially for unpaid carers, featuring free wellbeing sessions, group experiences and opportunities to connect with others. More program details will be announced as they are confirmed.
Tasmania
Northern Tasmania
Sunday 18 October 2026
Carers Month is also coming to Northern Tasmania on Sunday 18 October. We’re currently finalising the venue and program, with more details to be announced soon.
Bookings are coming soon
We're putting the program together now.
We're currently confirming practitioners, presenters, venues and event details. Bookings will open progressively as the program is finalised. Places will be limited, so we recommend joining our notification list to be among the first to know when bookings become available.
You Give So Much. This Time, It's For You. We'd love to welcome you.