Contact Details

Ms Molly Stephens
Ph: 0477 741-926
email: mstephens@familycare.net.au
website: https://www.merrihealth.org.au/services/carer-support/contact-us/

Operating Days & Times

In-person and online peer support groups – you might like to meet with people like you who care for someone and share stories, knowledge and experience. You can do this with people in your area or you can join the carer forum online.
Tailored support packages – you may be able to get a range of practical supports like planned respite and transport services to help you in your caring role.
In-person and phone counselling – if you are feeling stressed, anxious, sad or frustrated, a counsellor can talk with you either in person or over the phone in the comfort of your own home.
In-person and online self-guided coaching – you can talk to a professional coach to reflect on your experience and needs, identify personal goals and create a plan to reach these goals, or you can work through interactive online coaching sessions at your own pace. There are a range of topics to help you in your caring role.
Online skills courses to support your wellbeing and understanding of legal responsibilities relating to the caring role.
Access to emergency respite if you suddenly find you can't provide care, for example if you become ill or injured. Service providers will find ways to look after the person you care for while you recover.