Day 1 - Monday 30 November – Connecting with Systems
| Time | Topic | Speaker | Description | |
| 10.00am | Connecting Carers Virtual Expo Launch | Welcome to Day 1 of our Connecting Carers Virtual Expo | Watch | |
| 10.05am – 10.35am | Carer Victoria – Peak, Provider and Innovator |
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Join us for a discussion about Carers Victoria and how we are working to make life better for carers. | Watch |
| 10.45am – 11.15am | Carer Gateway |
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Find out about the Carer Gateway and how it can support carers.
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Carer Gateway |
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| 11.30am – 12.00pm | Getting the best out of the NDIS |
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In this session, we demystify the NDIS and give participants the tools and techniques they need to get the best outcomes for themselves and their families. | Watch |
| 12.15pm – 12.35pm | BREAKOUT
City in the Community Carer Exercise Session |
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Get your body moving with this gentle exercise session.
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Mable |
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| 12.30pm – 1.00pm | LUNCH BREAK | Explore informative Exhibitors from the Exhibitors menu and fun activities from the Activities menu. | ||
| 1.00pm – 1.30pm | Carer Benefits |
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In this session we talk about the benefits carers can access. | Watch |
| 1.45pm – 2.15pm | The Importance of Future Planning |
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In this session, we will discuss why Future Planning is important and why you should have this conversation with your family. | Watch |
| 2.30pm – 3.00pm | Navigating the Aged Care System |
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In this session we discuss eligibility for supports and services and elder rights. | Watch |
| 3.15pm – 3.35pm | BREAKOUT
Tai Chi |
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Join us to discover and experience the benefits of Tai Chi.
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Estia Health |
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| 7.00pm – 7.45pm | Work and Care |
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In this session we discuss – work and care. What a carer friendly workplace looks like and ways carers have discussed their caring role with their employer. | Watch |
Day 2 - Tuesday 1 December - Connecting with your wellbeing
| Time | Topic | Speaker | Description | |
| 10.00am – 10.30am | Resilience |
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Join counsellor Mary as she discusses Resilience – what is it and where do we find it?” | Watch |
| 10.45am – 11.15am | Who looks after you – the carer? |
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In this session, the topic of self-care for carers will be explored: what it is, why it’s essential and how to do it.
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Neighbourhood House Association Victoria |
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| 11.30am – 12.00pm | All about Carers Support Groups |
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Join us for a discussion with Carers Support Group facilitators about what carers support groups are and the benefits for carers. | Watch |
| 12.15pm – 12.35pm | BREAKOUT
Zumba |
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Join the fun of this bite sized Zumba session!
Supported by Platinum Sponsor NBN Co Ltd |
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| 12.35pm – 1.00pm | LUNCH BREAK | Explore informative Exhibitors from the Exhibitors menu and fun activities from the Activities menu. | ||
| 1.00pm – 1.30pm | Mindfulness |
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Join us to experience Mindfulness.
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Smiling Mind |
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| 1.45pm – 2.15pm | Bollywood |
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Join Jhoom-Bollywood Dance Company and celebrate the color and joy of Bollywood dance.
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Brainlink |
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| 2.30pm – 3.00pm | Discover Neighbourhood Houses and Social Connections in your community |
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Join us as we discuss the activities you can experience and the social connections you can make at your local Neighbourhood House and the great partnership between Carers Victoria and Neighbourhood Houses Victoria. | Watch |
| 3.15pm – 3.35pm | BREAKOUT
Connecting to culture and country |
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Join us and discover a unique indigenous dance and movement experience – Connecting to culture and country
Supported by Platinum Sponsor Inebura |
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| 7.00pm – 7.45pm | Navigating life and caring |
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Join us as we explore different carer journey’s and the impacts on life, love and relationships. | Watch |
| 7.45pm – 8.15pm | Closing Speech and Entertainment |
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Featuring a special performance from one of Australia’s finest female vocalists – Christine Anu! | Watch |
Platinum Exhibitors
Gold Exhibitors
