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Carers & Sibling Mental Illness Support Programs

Carers support program

Seeing things from a different perspective

The Kaleidoscope Program is run by Goulburn Valley Community Health Service (GVCHS). The program started in late 2008 and is now ready to support you.

Aim of Kaleidoscope

The Kaleidoscope Program is run by Goulburn Valley Community Health Service (GVCHS). The program started in late 2008 and is now ready to support you.

Aim of Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope’s aim is to support those who care for young people affected by mental illness. Kaleidoscope understands that it is important to support Carers of young people with mental illness, and the help you give, not only to the person they care for, but also to the community. Kaleidoscope works to provide support through a program that can help you figure out the best options for supporting both you and the person you care for.

What we offer

Group Programs, Sibling Support, Support Groups and information on other services available.

Carer Support Groups Outcomes

  • To share with others who are in a similar situation.
  • To learn about rights and how to seek access to the most appropriate support services.
  • To support group members to talk openly and freely in an understanding environment.
  • To gain a better understanding of a young person’s behaviour.
  • To improve understanding of mental health in young people

Who is Kaleidoscope for?

Anyone who cares for or is a family member of a young person (16-24yo) with a mental illness

Anyone who cares for or is a family member of a young person (16-24yo) with a mental illness

About the Facilitator

Paul has been working in the youth and mental health sector for the past ten years and feels strongly about supporting those who care for someone with a mental illness.

Referral Phone GV Community Health Service 58233200 for more information on Kaleidoscope

An Australian Government Initiative

 










Sibling Support Program

This program is a support group for young people aged 12-18 who live with a young person that has experienced Mental Health Issues.

The idea behind the program is to give you, who live with a young person with mental health issues, time where you can have fun, join in activities and get out and about for some ‘me time’.


For more information on the Sibling Support Program please call Goulburn Valley Community Health Service on 58233200.

An Australian Government Initiative


     
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