Tandem Carers

Tandem Carers Tandem is the trusted voice of families, carers and supporters in Victoria.

Want help navigating Carer Gateway, the federal Government’s portal for carers? Need help navigating the service? A rem...
14/11/2025

Want help navigating Carer Gateway, the federal Government’s portal for carers? Need help navigating the service?

A reminder that November’s Tandem Time is on next Wednesday 19. It’s hosted by Sue Poscic, Carer Engagement Team Leader at Carer Gateway – Holstep Health.

Sue will lead you through the services available via Carer Gateway and answer all your questions.

Join us on Wednesday 19 November, from 12:00-1:00pm.

Tandem Time is exclusive to Tandem members, and registration is essential.

Register here: tandemcarers.org.au/events

It's Transgender Awareness Week. Trans, gender diverse and non-binary people experience very high rates of mental health...
14/11/2025

It's Transgender Awareness Week. Trans, gender diverse and non-binary people experience very high rates of mental health challenges. However, love, support and acceptance from family (whether family of birth or family of choice), friends and allies is a powerful protective factor.

Transcend Australia have great resources for families of Trans, gender diverse and non-binary children here: https://transcend.org.au/

Minus18 have a handy guide for allies here: https://www.minus18.org.au/resources/how-to-be-a-trans-ally

Tandem was closely engaged on the National Carer Strategy, which was released by the Government last year. To inform the...
14/11/2025

Tandem was closely engaged on the National Carer Strategy, which was released by the Government last year. To inform the strategy’s implementation plan, the Government is now asking family, carers and supporters for more information about their counselling, mental health support and respite needs.

This is a good opportunity to ensure that the needs of mental health family, carers and supporters are considered.

Survey closes next Wednesday, 19 November.

Have your say here: https://consultations.health.gov.au/disability-and-carers-group/consultation-on-national-carers-strategy-actions-1/ #:~:text=out%20the%20survey-,Carer%20Survey,-Audiences

Applications are now open for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Scholarship, which offers development opportunit...
12/11/2025

Applications are now open for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Scholarship, which offers development opportunities for members of the mental health workforce.

The program includes the Lived and Living Experience Workforce University Scholarship Program, for lived and living experience workers to undertake university studies.

Applications close 19 November.

Learn more here: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/lived-living-experience-workforce-university-scholarship-program

Today on Remembrance Day, we remember the sacrifices of those who lost their lives serving our country, as well as those...
11/11/2025

Today on Remembrance Day, we remember the sacrifices of those who lost their lives serving our country, as well as those who returned and their family, carers and supporters.

Lest we forget.

If you're a family member, carer or supporter of someone experiencing mental health challenges and would like to talk to someone, you are welcome to reach out to the Tandem Support and Referral Line from 9am-5pm weekdays on 1800 314 325.

Veterans and their immediate family can also access mental health support from Open Arms on 1800 011 046.

If someone is at risk of su***de, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Attention budding writers! North East Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect centre are putting on a four-part writin...
05/11/2025

Attention budding writers! North East Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect centre are putting on a four-part writing and storytelling workshop, hosted by carer and award-winning author, Karen McKnight!

Starting this Friday, these creative writing workshops in Belgrave will cover a range of writing styles and help you develop your creativity and storytelling skills, in a supportive, peer-led environment.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/therapeutic-creative-writing-and-storytelling-workshops-4-x-sessions-belgrave-9aphb76p

Tandem Members, please join us for our 2025 Annual General Meeting.We'll discuss our key achievements in 2024-25, launch...
04/11/2025

Tandem Members, please join us for our 2025 Annual General Meeting.

We'll discuss our key achievements in 2024-25, launch our 2025 Impact Report and vote on proposed amendments to the Tandem Rules of Association.

It's on Thursday, 27 November, from 11:00am-11:45am, at Level 2, 16 Lulie Street, Abbotsford, and online via Zoom.

This is a members-only event and registration is essential.

Register here: tandemcarers.org.au/events

FaPMI Family Fun Day is a terrific (and free!) day of activities, food and information for families where a parent or ca...
04/11/2025

FaPMI Family Fun Day is a terrific (and free!) day of activities, food and information for families where a parent or carer has a mental health concern.

We’re sponsoring this event, and we'll have staff in attendance, so don’t forget to come and say ‘hi’!

It’s on Sunday, 30 November, from 12 midday until 3:30, at Ringwood Bowls Club, 2-12 Loughnan Road, Ringwood.

Learn more and register here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1456764

Tandem’s Support and Referral Line will be closed tomorrow (Tuesday, 4 November) for the Melbourne Cup public holiday.If...
02/11/2025

Tandem’s Support and Referral Line will be closed tomorrow (Tuesday, 4 November) for the Melbourne Cup public holiday.

If you or someone you support is in crisis tomorrow, please call:

Lifeline: 13 11 14
Su***deLine: 1300 651 251
13YARN (First Nations crisis support): 13 92 76
Thirrili postvention su***de support: 1800 805 801
LGBTIQA+ Rainbow Door: 1800 729 367
QLife: 1800 184 527
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
Su***de Call Back Service: 1300 659 467

A reminder that nominations for the 2025 Tandem Awards close tomorrow, Friday 31 October.If you’ve been meaning to make ...
30/10/2025

A reminder that nominations for the 2025 Tandem Awards close tomorrow, Friday 31 October.

If you’ve been meaning to make a nomination but haven’t completed it, this is your last chance to get yours in.

Remember, to nominate someone, you must have personally used the service or support you are nominating.

Please help us recognise and reward all the great work that’s being done in the community for family, carers and supporters of people with mental health challenges.

Nominate here: awards.tandemcarers.org.au

Interested in leading an organisation that is driving change and systems reform for family, carers and supporters in men...
30/10/2025

Interested in leading an organisation that is driving change and systems reform for family, carers and supporters in mental health?

We’re recruiting an experienced and values-aligned Chairperson to lead our Board, help guide our strategic direction and provide governance oversight and leadership.

This is a voluntary position.

Applications close 10 November.

Learn more here: tandemcarers.org.au/Careers

Want help navigating Carer Gateway, the federal Government’s portal for carers? November’s Tandem Time will be hosted by...
26/10/2025

Want help navigating Carer Gateway, the federal Government’s portal for carers?

November’s Tandem Time will be hosted by Sue Poscic, Carer Engagement Team Leader at Carer Gateway – Holstep Health.

Sue will lead you through the services available via Carer Gateway and answer all your questions.

Join us on Wednesday 19 November, from 12:00-1:00pm.

Tandem Time is exclusive to Tandem members, and registration is essential.

Register here: tandemcarers.org.au/events

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Abbotsford, VIC
3067

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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