Connecting Families

Bringing Gippsland Families Together

Interchange Gippsland registered families are welcome to join our FREE Connecting Families activities. This gives you the chance to expand your support network and meet with other people who have similar experiences. Our Connecting Families program consists of a wide range of social support activities that are designed to include the whole family. Our aim is to connect people across the Gippsland community and at the same time provide respite and access to fun and relaxing activities as a means of support to your family.

We offer a range of Connecting Families activities throughout the year including:

  • Christmas Party 
  • Carer Retreats 
  • Sibling Camp 
  • Family Camp (including Aboriginal Family Camp) 
  • Family days 

Aboriginal Family Camp

This activity runs once a year, for three days and two nights. The camp involves a variety of fun activities and some cultural connection opportunities. In past years, participants and their families worked together to produce a unique piece of artwork, collaborating with local Aboriginal artists. Some of these wonderful pieces are displayed in our offices around Gippsland.

Carer Wellbeing Retreat

This is a free event available to all carers in Gippsland, not just those associated with Interchange Gippsland. Provides an opportunity for carers to take time out from their caring roles to focus on improving their wellbeing by walking one of the amazing rail trails in the region. It usually runs over three nights and four days, including long walks, great food, morning meditation and facilitated discussions.

Family Camp

Our Family Camp runs once a year and allows Interchange Gippsland participants to come along with any immediate family (parents, carers, siblings, etc.) and enjoy an exciting camp environment. The activities change each year depending on which local camp is booked for the event. 

Family Days

There are numerous family days hosted throughout the year, ranging from AGM meetings, family activity nights, family fun days, feedback forums and many more. We have something to suit everyone’s interests.

Sibling Camp

Interchange Gippsland helps facilitate Sibling Camps, giving siblings of people with a disability the opportunity to have some fun. There has been a range of activities available on these camps, from water-based fun to traditional camp activities.

Christmas Party

At Interchange Gippsland, we often host mid-year Xmas in July Party’s for participants and their families, along with a big end of year Christmas party for participants, staff and families combined. All attendees enjoy great food, fun Christmas themed activities and connect with other families.

Connecting Families Events

Click on an activity to express your interest!

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