Our District is committed to supporting carers.

CHAT – Carers Health and Thoughts

Carers Health and Thoughts (CHAT) is an online registry of carers who live in Sydney Local Health District. It is managed by the Carers Program and aims to improve communication about relevant carer initiatives, resources and experiences.

Our monthly CHAT updates include:

• local activities for carers, initiatives and resources relating to the role of carers
• Information and tips on key issues that impact carers
• Opportunities to share personal experiences and provide feedback in relation to your role as a carer in our Local Health District.

Join the CHAT registry

CHAT Stories

Carers Help and Thoughts – CHAT stories are regular articles designed to support Carers.

Topics change with each CHAT story, creating a library of resources available to help carers. Previous topics have included:

• Resilience
• Communication
• Financial wellbeing
• Participating as a health consumer
• Looking after yourself
• Facts about carers

To make sure you don’t miss out on the next CHAT story, join the CHAT registry.

CHAT Live Sessions

CHAT Live provides an opportunity for carers and health professionals to hear from a range of guest presenters on topics relevant to carers.

Sessions are free, sessions include information on carer health and wellbeing, Carer Gateway services and supports and legal matters affecting carers.

Upcoming events

The Carer Program holds events every two months on a Wednesday from 11-11.30am.