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18.01.2022 30 November 2018 Carers Victoria begins this edition by welcoming the re-election of the Andrews Labor Government on Saturday 24 November. The Andrews Labor Government has committed $49.5 million to increase respite care hours and support services for carers and $4 million in grants for both grass roots and state-wide carer support groups. This will result in a significant increase in practical support for Victoria's 736,600 carers. Carers Victoria advocated to all Members ...of Parliament and our #CarersCountToo Election Platform led a positive campaign to ensure the newly-elected Government would lead in respecting carers and provide support and services to meet their needs. We offer our sincere thanks and congratulations to all Carers Victoria members and carers who got involved in our election campaign. This edition highlights more positive recognition of carers in the media and some significant proposed changes by the Australian Government relating to carers. Be sure to check out many exciting events and opportunities in the 'Get Involved' section too. Happy reading. - The Carers Victoria Team http://www.carersvictoria.org.au/about-us

18.01.2022 On behalf of the WLCG we would like to thank everyone for their support over the last 12 months. Our Sixth AGM was held on Thursday 11th July at the RSL Club in Woodend

15.01.2022 Please come and join us in the next Expo at Melbourne Exhibition Centre

15.01.2022 Hello Everyone....... We need your help!!!! We are asking for your YES vote for the WLCG Tree project. Please click on the link www.leaderlocalgrants.com.au selecting the Sunbury & Macedon distribution and casting their vote YES for the WLCG Tree project. Thank you

13.01.2022 The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. https://www.alz.org/about

12.01.2022 Hello WLCG. Come and join us and learn lots. See you there

04.01.2022 Fridge Folders Help Carers - Information Folders for Fridge Display The early days after receiving a diagnosis of dementia are extremely stressful for carers. They have finally received confirmation that their loved one who is living with this insidious disease can now take advantage of the many resources available to help make their life and their carer’s life a little easier. Consequently, there begins a stream of health professionals who are all willing to help and advi...se. Unfortunately, this often becomes a nightmare of who is who, where they are from, and which one said they could help with which situation. Because so much is happening, it is often difficult to recall the name of the visitor so that other family members can be made aware, or to easily find that piece of paper with all the helpful telephone numbers. Woodend Lifestyle Carers Group (WLCG) is a volunteer group of people who have all gone or are still going through the difficulties, both emotional and physical, that are part of the stressful 24/7 role of caring for someone with dementia. As a result of talking with each other about the lifestyle they are now forced to lead, members developed the idea of a practical tool to assist in keeping track of all the help available. The information folder may be displayed on a fridge using the Velcro dots supplied or attached to another surface using blutak. It is a clear plastic folder with a wipe clean surface which has six business card sized pockets for visitors to use, thus enabling the carer to have instant access to telephone or email contact details. Opening on two sides, it is possible to insert information sheets for easy access. The original order of 100 folders and pockets was made possible by the generous support of Gisborne & District Community Bank’s branch of Bendigo Bank. Folders supplied directly to carers through WLCG include information on services available throughout the Macedon Ranges, together with the group’s calendar of meetings for the year. Carer Joyce Richards, a group member since 2012, has found the folder invaluable and wishes it had been available when she and her husband Glenn first received his diagnosis. Folders are available through the group by calling 5420 7132. Photo: Carer Joyce Richards has found the information folder invaluable in managing her husband’s dementia #leader #governmentgrants #tree #wlcg #bendigobank #macedonranges #carersvictoria

03.01.2022 How lucky are we to live in the Macedon Ranges - Victoria servicing our community with tranquility, support & lots of fresh air. We are a volunteer group of carers who look after their loved ones suffering from memory loss caused through dementia, or through Parkinson's Disease, stroke or other brain injury.

03.01.2022 Another successful Catering Event for our Local Community celebrating 10th Anniversary Gisborne & District Community Bendigo Bank. Well done to all behind the scene of a great night.