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The FCAV is aware of the lack of clarity given to some carers about accessing onsite learning at school for the children in their care.Read more...

Victorian financial supports:Read more...

Access Ability Australia has kindly shared a social story ‘Keeping Safe During COVID-19’ for carers of children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to share together with their children. Read more...

The FCAV understands carer concerns about the health and safety risks to themselves, young people and families associated with face to face parental contact and has been in discussions with DHHS to clarify current policy and to communicate carer concerns.Under current arrangements DHHS policy regarding contact arrangements during the COVID-19 pandemic is to:• commence, continue or re-establish face-to-face contact, if it is safe to do soRead more...

Notice of 2020 Carer Celebration & Annual General MeetingRead more...

CaringLife App LaunchedRead more...

Paw Pals is a dog assisted education program that has been created by MacKillop Education Services for students who are currently disengaged or at risk of disengaging from education. It is helping children to develop the emotional regulation, self-awareness, confidence and social skills they need to be able to learn.Read more...

1. Model MindfulnessRead more...

The CISS Team and FCAV welcomes new carer support worker, Cam Luong.  Cam is excited to join FCAV after spending recent years at Carers Victoria. He brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the sector. He has worked extensively with carers in the disability and mental health sectors across research, education, clinical settings and not-for-profit organisations. He is passionate about representing the voice of carers. He has supported families who are challenged with numerous life stresses. He is committed to assisting carers through a healing process and works to empower them to obtain better outcomes in their lives. He is looking forward to managing the wellbeing portfolio for the FCAV, which includes support for carers as well as staff in the organisation.  Read more...

A little extra support during COVID-19Read more...

Thank you to the 226 carers who responded to the recent carer survey regarding your experiences and that of the children and young people in your care during the COVID-19 pandemic.Read more...