Beechworth Health Service in partnership Chiltern Neighbourhood House, Quercus Beechworth, Yackandandah Community Centre, Indigo Shire Council & Indigo North Health are connecting carers through 2 innovative co-design projects across Indigo:
- Connecting Carers in Indigo Project (completed)
- Continued Connections: Indigo (in progress)
Funded by Carers Victoria, the projects have used co-design to identify, understand and develop an approach to support their needs and reduce social isolation. Carer voice has been the key element for success and the outcomes lead to continued support and engagement for carers in the Indigo Shire.
Project outcomes
Connecting Carers in Indigo Project:
- Connecting and engaging carers with local service providers
- Focus on health and wellbeing and engaging in mindful activities
- Carer Companion: A locally developed booklet to guide carers on the carer journey
Continued Connections: Indigo (in progress)
- Establish new carer support groups in Yackandandah, Chiltern and Beechworth to support carers
- Mapping of current carer groups in Indigo Shire and surrounding communities including Wodonga, Wangaratta, Alpine and Albury local government areas
We are excited to launch the Carer Companion at across Indigo:
- Quercus Beechworth – Tuesday 8th April – 10.30am
- Yackandandah Community Centre – Wednesday 9th April -10.30am
- Chiltern Neighbourhood House – Thursday 17th April – 10.30am
Interested in the Carer Companion? Click here
For more information, contact Gabriella Tange, Health Promotion and Community Engagement Officer
