Are you a parent or carer of a young person who experiences challenges with attending school? Would you like to connect with others experiencing this, in an supportive environment?
This group has been created by Castlemaine Community House in recognition of the stress and isolation many local families experience with School Can’t/refusal.
The monthly sessions are co-facilitated by Kirrily, a qualified social worker, and Julie Du Plessis, and aim to provide a welcoming, judgment-free and safe space for parents and carers to connect, share and support each other.
Sessions are gently supported by experienced care providers from Dhelkaya Health. All sessions are confidential, and the sharing of diverse, individual experiences of School Can’t is welcomed.
All sessions are confidential, no cost, no judgement and no obligations.
Although registration is not required, it is preferred, via this link. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Childcare available on request.
Day: 1st Thursday of Each Month
Upcoming dates: 1st October, 5th November, 3rd December 2026
Time: 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Where: Castlemaine Community House
We are pleased to welcome guest speaker Carolyn Maltese to our Parent and Carer Support Group on Thursday 5 November.
Carolyn is a qualified social worker with more than 30 years of lived experience as a carer. She works with the Rights Information and Advocacy Centre, where she facilitates carer support groups and supports carers through knowledge sharing and access to practical self-care and wellbeing strategies.
Carolyn will speak from 4:30pm to 5:00pm. For this month only, the Parent and Carer Support Group will run from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, providing an opportunity for attendees to connect and reflect following Carolyn’s presentation.