To celebrate and recognise the work of local family and friend carers, the Carers NSW Coffs Harbour team organised two social events for the week.

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Coming up tomorrow (Saturday, 19 October) Coffs’ young carers are invited to register for a free day out at the Big Banana Fun Park, including a BBQ.

Earlier in the week, carers enjoyed a movie morning at Sawtell cinema where they saw the movie Runt, described as an hilarious tale of a girl and her dog.

“National Carers Week is about celebrating and recognising the invaluable contributions that family and friends make to our communities by taking on caring roles to support their loved ones,” Carers NSW CEO Elena Katrakis told News Of The Area.

“The week has been full of events throughout the state celebrating carers, with a specific focus on the importance of our regional communities.”

Carers NSW, through its Carer Gateway service, supports carers through the provision of practical advice and carer specific resources and programs throughout the year.

“Additionally, we advocate for carers through research and policy initiatives,” Ms Katrakis said.

“Getting help early can make a big difference to a carer’s life, reducing carer stress and improving wellbeing.

“That’s why Carer Gateway is focused on early intervention services to ensure carers get the support they need.”

A range of services are free to access for anyone caring for a family member or friend who is living with a disability, a long-term medical condition, mental illness, alcohol or drug dependency; or someone who is frail due to age.

By Andrea FERRARI