Camp Bluegum for Young Carers 8-12 years

Siblings inevitably take on some caring roles when they grow up with a brother or sister who has a disability. Young Carer events, like Camp Bluegum, are an opportunity for them to spend time with other siblings, acknowledging and valuing their caring roles, and maybe making connections with them

Saturday, 10 October 2009 to Wednesday, 14 October 2009

Springwood, Blue Mountains

Campers will have fun with lots of activities, make friends and have a break. Register by 4 September 2009.Camp Bluegum is for young carers of 8-12 years of age caring for a family member with a long term illness, disability, mental illness, drug or alcohol dependency.

Camp Bluegum is FREE. Please apply by 4 September 2009.

Note: Volunteer Camp leaders and qualified nurses are also required.

Contact:
For information or a registration form contact Young Carer Team, Carers NSW, on 1800 242 636 or email yc@carersnsw.asn.au. You can also download a registration form from the Young Carers website.