National Carers Week is a time to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contribution that unpaid carers make to family members, friends, or neighbours — our local community.
National Carers Week — 11–18 October 2026
Many carers don’t see themselves as carers — they’re simply children, partners, friends, neighbours or relatives helping someone. But if you provide unpaid care and support to someone with a disability, medical condition, mental illness, or someone who’s getting older and needs assistance, you are a carer.
National Carers Week raises awareness about the diversity of carers and their caring roles, while offering support and community connection. We're hosting a variety of activities and events during and beyond National Carers Week, and we invite carers who live or care in Glen Eira to come along, connect with other carers, and have some fun.
National Carers Week will take place on 11–18 October 2026 and the theme is Care for a Carer.
Details regarding events to celebrate and recognise carers in Glen Eira during Carers Week are listed below.
Let's Talk Ageing with Jean Kittson
Thursday 8 October
Join us for an engaging afternoon with comedian, actor and author Jean Kittson for a lively and honest discussion on ageing well.
Doors open at 1.30pm, event duration is 2pm-3.15pm.
Time: 1.30pm–3.15pm
Venue: Glen Eira Town Hall, corner of Glen Eira Road and Hawthorn Road, Caulfield
Cost: $20
Yoga Carer Exercise Class
Tuesday 13 October
Glen Eira City Council invites carers join a class with other carers to enjoy the many benefits of yoga and connect with others plus complimentary afternoon tea.
Time: 2.30pm–4pm
Venue: Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool, Moira Avenue, Carnegie
Cost: Free, no booking required
Cuppa and Connect Information Sessions for carers and seniors
Financial Counselling Victoria
Tuesday 13 October
Money is such an important part of all our lives. It allows us to access the things we need to survive. It also gives us our independence. It impacts so many areas of our lives, yet we live in a society where there is still a perception that having money trouble is a result of poor choices, rather than something out of our control. Sometimes our money just doesn’t stretch far enough, and finding the right help can be difficult.
In this session, presented by Financial Counselling Victoria (FCVic), participants will learn:
- what resources and tools are available to help plan and stay on track with their money
- common risks and trouble to avoid
- what to do when they need help
Refreshments provided
Time: 10.30am–11.30am
Venue: Caulfield Cup Room, Glen Eira Town Hall, corner of Glen Eira Road and Hawthorn Road, Caulfield
Cost: Free
Gather My Crew Info Session
Tuesday 13 October
Emily Chadbourne from Gather My Crew will explore why asking for help can feel so hard, what meaningful practical support actually looks like, and how people can better support each other during challenging times. Attendees will also learn how the Gather My Crew app helps coordinate everyday help such as meals, transport, check-ins and household tasks in a simple, private and organised way, and how this can be especially beneficial for carers.
Refreshments provided.
Time: 11.30am–12.30am
Venue: Caulfield Cup Room, Glen Eira Town Hall, corner of Glen Eira Road and Hawthorn Road, Caulfield
Cost: Free
Carers Victoria online info session
Wednesday 14 October
Carers Victoria, Glen Eira City Council, City of Kingston, Bayside City Council and City of Stonnington invite you to join this free online workshop.
If you are someone who provides unpaid care and essential support to a person with a disability, chronic illness, mental health condition, or has age-related care needs, you are a carer. Like many unpaid carers in our community, you may not be aware of all the supports available to assist you in your caring role. This session will provide information about supports for carers to empower you to access services relevant to your needs.
Topics include:
- Support services for carers such as the Carer Gateway
- Information about organisations that provide support to carers across Victoria
- The role of Carers Victoria
- Local programs and supports
Collaboration with Kingston, Bayside & Stonnington
Time: 7.30pm–8.30pm
Venue: Online via Teams
Cost: Free
Regular Carer Exercise Class
Thursday 15 October
Glen Eira City Council invites carers join a regular weekly class with other carers to enjoy the many benefits of exercise and connect with others plus complimentary refreshments.
Time: 11.30am–12.30pm
Venue: Caulfield Recreation Centre, 6 Maple St, Caulfield South
Cost: Free, no booking required
Sound Healing for Carers
Thursday 15 October
Sound healing can offer several meaningful benefits for carers, who often experience stress, fatigue, and emotional strain.
Join us for an evening of connection and light refreshments
Time: 7pm–8.30pm
Venue: Murrumbeena Hub, 28 Gerald St, Murrumbeena
Cost: Free
Services Australia — Carer Entitlements
Friday 16 October
Services Australia will present an online information session regarding Carer/Disability support payments.
Time: 10am–11am
Venue: Online via Teams
Cost: Free
Tai Chi for Carers plus complimentary refreshments
Friday 16 October
Glen Eira City Council invites carers join a class with other carers to enjoy the many benefits of tai chi and connect with others with a complimentary afternoon tea to follow.
Time: 11.30am–1pm
Venue: Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool, Moira Avenue, Carnegie
Cost: Free, no booking required
Extended Families — Halloween Event
Saturday 17 October
Extended Families event supported by Glen Eira City Council for people with disabilities, their families, and carers
Time: 10.30am–1pm
Venue: Moorleigh Village gymnasium, 90-92 Bignell Rd, Bentleigh East
Cost: Free
Booking: Call Samantha on ph. 0406 229 071 or email samantha@extendedfamilies.org.au. QR Code can be provided.
EACH — three session carer wellbeing series
Carer Workshop — Tune Your Nervous System, Boost Your Caring Superpowers — Session one
Friday 9 October
This is the first session in a series of three carer focussed sessions. You are welcome to attend all or some of the sessions.
Looking at the theme of 'understanding stress and your inner world', this session is practical, realistic, and designed for real-life carers with zero spare time.
Learn how to build your toolkit:
- Prevention (tiny daily habits)
- Grounding (stay calm)
- Crisis mode (“uh oh, I’ve lost it!” moments)
Time: 10am–11am
Venue: Bentleigh Library, Training Room. 161 Jasper Rd, Bentleigh
Cost: Free
Booking: EACH via Customer Service 1300 303 346 or book online.
Carer Workshop — Tune Your Nervous System, Boost Your Caring Superpowers — Session two
Friday 23 October
This is the second session in a series of three carer focussed sessions. You are welcome to attend all or some of the sessions.
Looking at the theme of 'prevention and calming the spiral' this session is practical, realistic, and designed for real-life carers with zero spare time. It will help you to catch stress early by teaching you how to:
- Add more low-effort routines for busy carers
- Spot early warning signs of stress before it explodes
- Learn quick grounding tricks to stay in control
Time: 10am–11am
Venue: Bentleigh Library, Training Room. 161 Jasper Rd, Bentleigh
Cost: Free
Booking: EACH via Customer Service 1300 303 346 or book online.
Carer Workshop — Tune Your Nervous System, Boost Your Caring Superpowers — Session three
Friday 30 October
This is the third session in a series of three carer focussed sessions. You are welcome to attend all or some of the sessions.
- Under the theme of 'mastery and self-kindness' this session is practical, realistic, and designed for carers with zero spare time. You will learn how a three-step framework will result in a simple but often forgotten formular -- self-compassion: being kinder to yourself = better care for others.
- Learn the three-step framework: Prevent, Ground, Reset
Time: 10am–11am
Venue: Bentleigh Library, Training Room. 161 Jasper Rd, Bentleigh
Cost: Free
Booking: EACH via Customer Service 1300 303 346 or book online.
