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Good morning carers, how is everyone today ? Noticed this post and thought I would share, very wise words and given the ...
19/11/2025

Good morning carers, how is everyone today ?

Noticed this post and thought I would share, very wise words and given the recent events very fitting.

Let me know if you agree https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1Br8eRvrHa/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Marie

Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group

17/11/2025

Hi Carers,

You may have noticed you have received a survey about the Carer Gateway. If you have missed the email here is the link below. Your opinion is important as it will help to shape the new changes.

Call to action: Have your say by completing the survey at National Carer Strategy survey

There is still a tiny window of time before the survey closes at 11.59pm on Wednesday 19 November.

Link to survey is here:

https://carersvictoria.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e30dd26b93cb03f6c554cb8ff&id=dc4f0ce6d6&e=8804f5ceea

Marie

Hello Carers,Letting you know that the Christmas party / art workshop at Bunnings is now full. For everyone who has book...
17/11/2025

Hello Carers,

Letting you know that the Christmas party / art workshop at Bunnings is now full.

For everyone who has booked, see you on the day.

We will all be potting and taking home a Pointsettia in a beautiful terracotta pot.

Huge thank you to Bonnie, we are very spoilt and forever greatful to Bunnings for caring about their community and caring for the carers.

See you all on Thursday the 11th of December at 11:00am
Springvale Bunnings.

Here is a photo of what we will be taking home.

Marie
Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group.

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like… Our Second Christmas Party! 🎄Mark your calendars and polish up those Christmas spirit...
16/11/2025

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like… Our Second Christmas Party! 🎄

Mark your calendars and polish up those Christmas spirits, because on Wednesday 10 December at 10:30am, we’re jingling our way into the Springvale RSL for a festive celebration like no other!

Venue: Springvale RSL Address: 1 MacKay Street, Springvale VIC 3171

This is our second Christmas party, which means:

We’re twice as ready,
Twice as excited,
And definitely twice as hungry for treats, laughs, and a good time!

Expect good company, plenty of cheer and enough Christmas joy to last well into the New Year.

RSVP by 23 November so we can save you a seat.

Cost: $25.00 for morning tea, lunch & the show.

Wear your brightest smile, your most festive outfit (ugly Christmas sweaters encouraged!), and come ready to celebrate the season with us.

Let’s make this Christmas bigger, better, and even more unforgettable than the first!

The entertainment will be provided by…

BRENDAN SCOTT
In his diverse act, audiences can hear Brendan sing, as well as see him play Piano, Guitar, Saxaphone, Banjo, Fiddle and Piano Accordion. But the surprise comes when he launches into a Song and Tap Dance act. Add to this Brendan’s flare for audience interaction and participation as well as his ability to have people in stitches with his comedy, and you have a complete entertainment experience.

Marie
Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group

15/11/2025

I gained 227 followers, created 52 posts and received 820 reactions in the past 90 days! Thank you all for your continued support. I could not have done it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

Hi Carers, how is everyone? With our last workshop for the year, Bonnie has generously offered to put on a Christmas Par...
15/11/2025

Hi Carers, how is everyone?

With our last workshop for the year, Bonnie has generously offered to put on a Christmas Party on Thursday the 11th of December.

She has been amazing and I can’t thank her enough for all she has contributed.

Date: Thursday 11 December
Time: 11:00am
Location: Bunnings Springvale

Looking forward to celebrating together with all the carers and finishing the year on a warm, festive note.

Let me know if you would like to attend.

Marie
Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group

Good morning guys, Reminder Expressions of Interest: Friendly Carers Group Christmas PartyHi everyone, just a friendly r...
13/11/2025

Good morning guys,

Reminder Expressions of Interest:

Friendly Carers Group Christmas Party

Hi everyone, just a friendly reminder that RSVPs close close today, 14th of November for our Christmas Party on Tuesday December 2 at Lynbrook Hotel Music Melodie’s, starting at 10:00 AM (550 South Gippsland Hwy, Lynbrook VIC 3975).

We’ll be enjoying an Elvis Tribute Show, great company, and a festive morning together!

Meals: Seniors $35.90 Regular $40.90

If you’re planning to come, please send through your RSVP.

If you can’t attend, please let me know as well so we can finalise numbers with the venue.

If you’ve already RSVPed, you don’t need to do anything further
thank you!

Looking forward to celebrating another wonderful year with you all!

Bye for now,
Marie
Facilitator / Peer Suppor

World Kindness Day. Hi Carers,Here are the photos of our group today from the celebratory lunch and off course Devonshir...
13/11/2025

World Kindness Day.

Hi Carers,

Here are the photos of our group today from the celebratory lunch and off course Devonshire tea, in honour of World Kindness Day.

Here is a Reflection on What Unites our Group of carers.

As we celebrate World Kindness Day, it’s a beautiful opportunity to pause and reflect on what truly matters in the Friendly Carers Group.

Kindness is understanding, and the way we treat one another every day.

What’s most important is that we approach each other with respect, and without judgment. None of us know the full story of another person’s load and a gentle heart often carries more than we realise.

Our core values remind us of who we are and what keeps this community strong. I hope these values align across the board.

Kindness: leading with compassion in all we do.

Support: helping one another and sharing the load.

Honesty: speaking with care, truth, and integrity

Commitment: showing up and contributing where we can.

Gratitude: valuing every effort, big or small, and appreciating good intentions, without criticism.

Non Judgment: accepting others without judgement.

On this World Kindness Day, we are all reminded that kindness and understanding are what truly hold us together.

When we choose empathy over judgment, and appreciation over criticism, our community becomes stronger, warmer, and more compassionate.

These are the values of the Friendly Carers Group.

Marie
Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group

Hi Carers,Here are some lovely photos from our lunch today at the Keysborough Hub! It was a great morning filled with co...
12/11/2025

Hi Carers,

Here are some lovely photos from our lunch today at the Keysborough Hub!

It was a great morning filled with conversations, laughter, and shared stories.

A special welcome to our new member Yan Li, we’re so glad to have you join our caring community.

The food was absolutely delicious, thank you to Mona’s Bakery for providing such a tasty spread!

Events like these are more than just a chance to enjoy a meal together they’re an important opportunity for carers to connect, share experiences, and support one another.

Caring for others can sometimes feel isolating, so taking time to connect with fellow carers helps build friendships, strengthen wellbeing, and remind us that we’re not alone on this journey.

We look forward to many more catch-ups like this and continuing to grow our supportive community of carers.

Marie Kouroulis
Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group

Hi Guys, Today we pause to remember. On this Remembrance Day, we honor the brave men and women who served and sacrificed...
10/11/2025

Hi Guys,

Today we pause to remember. On this Remembrance Day, we honor the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our freedom.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness remind us of the true cost of peace.

As we wear our poppies and observe a moment of silence, let us reflect on their legacy and commit to carrying forward the values they fought to protect freedom, justice, and compassion.

Lest we forget.

Marie
Facilitator / Peer Support
Friendly Carers Group

Expressions of Interest Friendly Carers Group Christmas Party Our Christmas party is a little early this year, as we’ll...
07/11/2025

Expressions of Interest Friendly Carers Group Christmas Party

Our Christmas party is a little early this year, as we’ll be celebrating on Tuesday December 2 at the Lynbrook Hotel, Music Melodie’s

Time: 10:00 AM Venue: Lynbrook Hotel 550 South Gippsland Hwy, Lynbrook VIC 3975

Entertainment: Elvis Tribute Show!

Come along for a morning of fun, connection, and festive cheer! Meet and mingle with fellow carers, enjoy the music from our Elvis tribute, and take the opportunity to sing, laugh, and even dance if the mood strikes.

It’s all about celebrating together as our group wraps up another fantastic year that was filled with an amazing array of events!

Meal Options:
Seniors: $35.90
Regular: $40.90

Please let us know if you’re interested in coming so we can confirm numbers with the venue.

Rsvp by Friday 14th of November.

We’d love to see everyone there to celebrate the festive season together!

Bye for now,

Marie
Facilitator / Peer Support.

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