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24/07/2025

Tag someone who always shows up for you❤️

Not Alone Day is Like Family’s annual initiative to raise awareness about the growing issue of loneliness in Australia, and to inspire small acts of connection that help people feel seen, valued and less alone. This Not Alone Day, we’re inviting our community to connect with someone who matters to them in the comments.

What's up for grabs:
4 x $50 Messina Gift Cards
2 x $200 Red Balloon Vouchers
1 x $300 ClassBento Gift Card

How to enter:
1. Like this post
2. Comment below and tag someone in your life who always shows up for you
3. That's it you're in the draw

Giveaway closes on 27 July 2025 and the winner contacted on 1 August 2025.

Comment now to win. Every comment is an entry.
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21/07/2025

Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians reported feeling lonely?💬

For many people, loneliness isn’t just an occasional feeling - it’s a daily reality. This we're raising awareness about the growing issue of loneliness in Australia, and empowering people with simple ways to reach out and reconnect with their community.

Whether you're with friends at an event or just want to start a casual conversation with your local barista, here's a list of 3 simple ways to get the conversation started.

Interested in learning more? Check out our blog article for more strategies to help overcome loneliness⬇️

https://hubs.ly/Q03xBtpF0

18/07/2025

This we're raising awareness about the growing issue of loneliness in Australia. If you've ever wanted to connect more with your community but felt unsure about where to start, we've put together a list of simple ways to get started.

Interested in learning more? Check out the full list of activity ideas on our blog
https://hubs.ly/Q03xqpBs0

12/07/2025

One small act can change someone’s day, share a moment that mattered💬

This Not Alone Day, we’re inviting our community to do one small thing to connect with somebody. One message. One coffee. One check-in. One little moment of care as a reminder that you are not alone.

We’d love for you to share a moment of connection that meant something to you. Whether it’s catching up with a friend, spending time with a neighbour, or just sitting down for a chat - it’s the little moments that matter. To say thank you, you’ll go in the draw to win 1 of 7 amazing prizes to share with someone you care about.

How to enter:
1. Like page
2. Tag someone special in your life in the comments
3. Tell us what they mean to you, or how they’ve supported you
4. Hashtag

That’s it, you’re in the draw. Let’s fill the comments with kindness, care and connection❤️

11/07/2025

💡Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians reported feeling lonely?

For many Australians, loneliness isn’t just an occasional feeling - it’s a daily reality. It’s a quiet, painful experience that can affect anyone, no matter age or life stage. That’s why, at Like Family, we’re passionate about connection. We know how much of a difference even one small act (a chat, a message, a walk, a moment) can make. Because when people feel seen and supported, they’re reminded that they’re not alone.

Not Alone Day is our annual initiative to raise awareness about the growing issue of loneliness in Australia, and to inspire small acts of connection that help people feel seen, valued and less alone. Loneliness is all around us, but so is the power to ease it. Whether it’s a message, a walk, or just showing up, small gestures can have a big impact. This Not Alone Day, let’s start with one simple act of connection and see where it leads.

Learn more about Like Family and how to get involved with Not Alone Day on our website⬇️
https://likefamily.com.au/not-alone-day-2025?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

09/07/2025

Mat reflects on a moment many carers face, internal conflict between being present for your loved ones and allowing yourself to live your own life. Mat and Jenna planned a trip to India - a rare moment of adventure and self-care amid years of caregiving. During the trip, Mat received a call that changed everything, it was the last time he spoke to his dad.

Resonated with this message or know someone who's struggled with guilt and burnout as a carer? We've put together a resource for carers filled with practical ways to understand, manage, and ultimately move through these challenging feelings. Find out more on our blog ⬇️
https://hubs.ly/Q03wpVyn0

03/07/2025

When someone we love needs significant support, stepping into the role of a primary carer can be an act of immense love and dedication. But it’s also a path filled with complexities, unseen challenges, and a whole spectrum of emotions that typically go unspoken. Here are 5 truths about caregiving that rarely get said out loud.

Ever struggled with guilt and burnout as a carer or know someone who has? You're not alone. Our blog covers practical ways to understand, manage, and ultimately move through these challenging feelings, click to read more

25/06/2025

After months of caring for both his parents, Mat and his partner Jenna were finally taking a rare moment for themselves, a trip to India they’d long planned. Just before takeoff, Mat’s dad had a fall. He’d told Mat not to worry, to go and enjoy the rare moment of adventure. Soon after they arrived, Mat got a call that his dad had been taken to hospital. A conversation that ended up being the last time they spoke.

Loved this conversation? There’s so much more to the story. Check out the episode summary on our blog

25/06/2025

At Mat and Jenna’s wedding, just a few months after his father had passed away, a quiet conversation with his aunties revealed something he hadn’t realised - his mum, who had been living with them in Australia after her recovery, had been feeling lonely. Despite all the support around her, she missed her sense of home in Canada. Mat reflects on the moment he released that he needed to listen to the emotional needs of his mum, even when they were hard to hear.

Enjoyed this snippet? Watch the full Heart to Heart episode now⬇️
https://hubs.ly/Q03tvz6-0

19/06/2025

At Mat and Jenna’s wedding, just a few months after his father had passed away, a quiet conversation with his aunties revealed something he hadn’t realised - his mum, who had been living with them in Australia after her recovery, had been feeling lonely. Despite all the support around her, she missed her sense of home in Canada. Mat reflects on the moment he released that he needed to listen to the emotional needs of his mum, even when they were hard to hear.

Enjoyed this snippet? Watch the full Heart to Heart episode now, linked in our bio

18/06/2025

In our very first Heart to Heart episode, Like Family co-founders Jenna and Mat turn the microphone inward to share a deeply personal story about his journey as a young primary carer when both his parents unexpectedly got diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses.

What followed was a life-changing journey of love, loss, and responsibility.

This episode explores what it really means to care for someone:
💬 The emotional weight
💬 The shifting relationships
💬 The quiet strength in asking for help

And ultimately, the realisation that connection is care.

If you’ve ever supported a loved one, or simply want to understand what it’s like, this episode is for you. Check out a summary of the episode on our blog⬇️

https://likefamily.com.au/blog/heart-to-heart/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

Welcome to Heart to Heart. Heart to Heart is a conversation from Like Family, where we explore the personal realities that don't always get the airtime – stories of strength, struggle, stigma, and self-discovery. We're here to have the conversations that challenge assumptions, shift perspectives, ...

12/06/2025

Mat reflects on the moment he was able to shift from being a full-time carer for both his parents, to finally reclaiming a small part of his own life. In this conversation, he reflects on the moment he started to feel like he could breathe again, thanks to the support systems that were finally in place. Knowing that his parents were in a safe place with a consistent routine, gave Mat peace of mind. It marked a powerful shift - from surviving to slowly reclaiming joy.

Enjoyed this snippet? Watch the full Heart to Heart episode now⬇️
https://hubs.ly/Q03rPg2T0