In our families and multicultural communities, staying connected is at the heart of daily life. When a loved one's communication begins to shift due to age, memory changes, illness, or moving between languages, staying connected can bring unexpected challenges. Connection does not have to end when words change.

This National Carers Week, the Association for Culturally Appropriate Services (AfCAS) invites multicultural and multilingual carers to When Words Change: A Carers Week Conversation.

Supported by Carers WA, this gathering is an open community lunch created for carers to relax, share stories, and connect with one another in an informal setting. We want to hear how you stay connected and navigate daily conversations as a loved one's memory, language, or health changes. What you share will directly guide how AfCAS develops future carer services and supports our volunteer visitors.

What you can expect on the day:

Be recognised, valued, and celebrated as a carer as part of National Carers Week 2026.
Share your reflections and stories in a safe, culturally respectful space, with zero pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen.
Connect with other multicultural carers, AfCAS staff, and Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) volunteers.
Enjoy a complimentary light lunch, tea, and refreshments.
Learn more about community resources and support available through AfCAS and Carers WA.

Who is welcome? Carers from all cultural and language backgrounds who are supporting a family member or friend with dementia, age-related needs, disability, or chronic illness. AfCAS ACVVS volunteers and interested community members are also warmly invited.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday 14th October 2026
Time: 10:30 to 1:00 PM
Venue: AfCAS, 544 William Street, Mount Lawley WA 6050
Parking: Free street parking available nearby
Cost: Free (light lunch included)
Language & Interpreters: Free bilingual support and interpreters can be arranged on request.
Supported by Carers WA as part of National Carers Week 2026.

Please RSVP by 9th October. When booking your ticket, please let us know your preferred language or if you need an interpreter

NOTE: we are unable to cater to any allergies as we cannot guarantee the safety the food has been prepared with. We will, however, have vegetarian options.

Got any questions? Contact AfCAS at info@afcas.net or call 0413 619 748

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