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For the more than 17,000 unpaid carers in Knox, looking after their own health often comes second.

Ferntree Gully-based EACH community health service has been awarded a Council Community Development Fund grant for a program supporting carers with free physical activities and social connection.

EACH Population Health Officer Rachael Cavanagh says the program aims to improve carers’ mental and physical health.

“Carers do such a selfless role and the caring role within the community is keeping people in places they feel safe and supported, and through people that they know,” she says. 

“Research shows that carers often put their own physical and mental wellbeing behind the needs of the person they are caring for. This puts them at more risk of acute and chronic illness and mental health issues. 

“Research also shows that many carers struggle to meet living expenses due to loss of income and job opportunities. The free classes aim to remove some of the barriers to participating in physical activities, such as cost, and provide a common ground for carers to connect.” 

A survey distributed to Knox carers showed high interest in a range of physical activity classes. Yoga, tai chi and dance activities will be offered based on carers’ feedback, catering for different ages, interests and physical capabilities. Classes will be followed by a fruit platter and cuppa for carers to stay back and connect with others.

Classes will run at Boronia Progress Hall, 134 Boronia Road, Boronia. Bookings are not required. For more information email [email protected]
 

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