Those nodding in recognition, take heart — help is available.
The Victorian Government, in partnership with Carers Victoria and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, has announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Connecting Carers in their Community program.
This initiative will allocate over $760,000 in funding for projects that promote social connections and create opportunities for work and study.
“Carers play an important role within our communities, and so it is important that they feel supported and valued,” state Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes said.
The program offers grants of up to $25,000 for small organisations, First Nations-led groups and community organisations.
Carer support groups, community health services, councils, neighbourhood houses and other grassroots organisations are encouraged to apply, particularly those supporting carers in regional and rural areas.
Applications are open until Monday, August 18.
For more information or to apply, visit carersvictoria.org.au or vaccho.org.au
