Let`s Talk -- how was you day today !!

[Chrissy1]

thanks @Former-Member, @Carlachris, and @Shaz51. Also for the link.

[Former-Member]

@Chrissy1 there are also support groups and services for those of us who care for patients with mental health issues, some are diagnosis specific.

[Chrissy1]

@Former-Member yes this is what I am looking for. As a carer I need some support. I've had a look through Aust. Psy Soc, as per link suggested below, but cant find anything specific for carers. Are you able to point me in the right direction please. thanks

[Carlachris]

Not really as I just write a post or reply when I feel I the need. I have my own thread that people contribute to as a discussion but I am always aware that anyone is able to comment and read. Not sure if there is. Specific link. Maybe you would like to open a discussion. It’s very helpful.

[Former-Member]

Hi @Chrissy1, I was just passing through and I noticed you're looking to connect with support services for Carer's. Not sure if you've tried it already, but if not, I wanted to drop in a link to Carers Victoria. They might be best place to refer you to carers specific support. You can also connect with a referral service like Beyond Blue to assist you to locate the right service 🌻

[Former-Member]

Hi @Chrissy1

This list may be of help to you, Carers Vic offer a number of free carer counseling sessions.

https://www.carersvictoria.org.au/contact-assets/mental-health-support

If you are in Alfred Hospital Catchment Zone

https://www.alfredhealth.org.au/services/carer-services

[Shaz51]

thank you @Former-Member, @Former-Member for your tag of concern about me

as you noticed i did have a couple of low days following my upsetting news but I am not giving up

[Former-Member]

Sometimes, the ability to perservere is all we need @Shaz51 Your determination is a huge strength 💪🏽

[Chrissy1]

thx @Former-Member I will follow these links.

[Chrissy1]

thanks @Former-Member. thats really helpful