Wyndham’s carers received well-earned recognition at the inaugural National Carers Week high tea at the Quantin Binnah Community Centre in Werribee on Wednesday, October 16.
Jointly hosted by Wyndham council and the Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL), members from Carers Wellbeing Group shared their stories and experiences.
Local resident Brian Emmett is a full-time carer of three children, a duty he has shared with his wife for nearly 30 years.
“It’s good that other people realise what we do,“ he said.
BSL representative Kylie Clark said it is important to take time to recognise the contribution carers make to society.
“Caring for a family member or friend can be very rewarding, but also can present challenges, often putting the needs of someone they care for before their own”, Ms Clark said.
“National Carers Week is a way to raise community awareness among all Australians about the diversity of carers, highlighting challenges unpaid carers face in their caring roles and the exceptional role carers play in the lives of those they care for.“
The Carers Wellbeing Group meets at Quantin Binnah Community Centre on the last Monday of each month, from 10am-noon.
National Carers Week ran from October 13-19 and is an ongoing initiative by Carers Australia.
Jaidyn Kennedy
