Carers WA Service Providers | February 2023 No images? Click here News Link - February 2023 Edition The News Link is a bi-monthly publication for service providers who work with carers in WA. This publication includes useful information and resources that will help you better connect with your own clients and unpaid family and friend carers. Service Provider Open Day Carers WA 2023 Service Provider Open Day Carers WA invites you to our Service Provider Open Day. This event is perfect for anyone working with family carers, community organisations, or for those wishing to engage and learn more about Carers WA services. Carer Gateway Updates Carer Gateway FAQs The Carers WA team have recently updated the Carer Gateway FAQs. This is a useful resource to help staff and clients understand more about what support is available and how it can be accessed. Insurance Renewals As we embark into 2023, we would like to gently remind service providers (who Carers WA has brokered services with) to please send through their insurances before the expiry date. Insurances such as Public Liability, Professional Indemnity and Worker’s Compensation expire every year and renewed documentation is required for businesses to operate. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mei directly. Mei Huang Mobile Planners We would like to remind service providers that Carers WA have recently recruited a team of Mobile Planners. They are available to meet with carers to identify their goals and ensure that an appropriate support plan is prepared, implemented, and evaluated. They are able to meet carers in their home or in a community venue – e.g. library, coffee shop, park etc. New In-Person Peer Support Group This month Carers WA is launching a new In-Person Peer Support Group at Hillview Multicultural Centre in Bentley. In-person peer support provides opportunities for carers to develop self-care skills, learn from others and share their experience in a safe and supportive environment. There are support groups running across multiple locations in Perth. To find out more, click here. Carer RetreatsDo you know a carer who needs a break from their caring role? They could be eligible for a few days of respite in our Pembroke Court Retreat in Warnbro. This 5-bedroom respite property, situated in a quiet cul-de-sac with uninterrupted views of the ocean, provides the perfect space to rest and recuperate. The property is available to carers registered with Carer Gateway for a nominal cost which can form part of the carer's support package. To find out more, click here. Carers WA News and Events ![]() Meet the Community Engagement Team Would your organisation like to learn more about Carers WA and Carer Gateway, and the free supports and services available to carers including referral pathways? Monica, Michelle and Laura are available for presentations either face-to-face or online. Just email engage@carerswa.asn.au to book in your information session. Linking Together Male Carers If you know a bloke who would like to meet up with other blokes in a caring role, then this group could be just the right fit! Male carers are invited to take a break and catch up with our Linking Together group for blokes. The group meets regularly at Perth Crown but if that's too far, they are open to moving to a different location to suit all members. Through the Maze - Training SessionThrough the Maze, is an experiential learning activity. The activity increases participant’s awareness of the issues, experiences, and needs of people with disability and unpaid family and friend carers through the maze of service providers, allied health professionals, their families and community. Training sessions are ideal for service providers in the disability, aged care or mental health sector as well as for allied health professionals, TAFEs and Universities. For more information or to book a free session click here. Carers WA on the road Come meet the team and have an informal chat about how Carers WA can help, and the services we provide. - Great Southern and Wheatbelt - Coral Coast For details on an upcoming trip visit click here. Resources Carers WA Services Booklet This new resource is now available for order providing a snapshot of all services and support available to carers in WA. This Carers WA Services Booklet includes information on programs like Carers in Employment, Carer Retreats, Carer Wellness at Home, Young Carers, Carer Gateway and more. Prepare to Care Booklet The Prepare to Care hospital team are now back in the hospitals, providing resources for carers and education for staff. Hospital admission can be a critical time, not only for the patient but also for the person who cares for them. Carer Friendly Workplace The 'Our guide to a carer-friendly workplace' e-book is free to download and includes information about the impact of caring on employee wellbeing, information on why supporting carers at work is important and 10 strategies you can take to become a carer-friendly employer. Contact Us Enquiry Type Contact Enquiry Type Contact Enquiry Type Contact |