We don’t want carers missing out on online carer support simply because they don’t have the tools. Thanks to additional funding from QLD Health, we are able to provide a library of tablets for carers to use to access online carer support and educational materials.
If you don’t have a computer, device or a phone at home, and you don’t have the internet – this program is for you. Please call us on 07 3254 1881 or fill out the form below and we will take you through the application process.
Submission to the Queensland Budget 2025-2026 In this joint pre-budget submission to the Queensland government’s 2025 budget, QAMH, Arafmi, and MHLEPQ call on the Government to deliver long term solutions by: 1. Jointly funding the identified gap in Queensland’s psychosocial supports. 2. Expanding the support available to families and other members of regional, rural and remote communities who provide unpaid care for those experiencing mental health challenges. 3. Commencing preparatory work for the next iteration of the Better Care Together plan. 4. Strengthening the embedding of Lived Experience across Queensland Government systems and services. 5. Funding a well-resourced ecosystem of supports, based on social prescribing, to reduce the burden on clinical services. Read the full submission below. Read here
Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to bring heavy rainfall, damaging winds and potential flooding to Brisbane and surrounding areas in the coming days. As carers, it’s essential to take extra steps to ensure both your safety and the wellbeing of those you support. Below are preparations to help you stay safe before, during and after the cyclone. Helpful Resources Get Ready QueenslandGet Ready Queensland is a year-round program helping all Queenslanders prepare for natural disasters. Being prepared before a disaster hits could be the difference between staying safe or putting yourself in danger. Create an emergency plan at Get Ready QLD. The easy to follow guide will help you know your risks, make a safety plan and make an emergency kit. Bureau of MeteorologyVisit the Bureau of Meteorology for regular forecasts, warnings, monitoring and advice. Local CouncilYou can sign up to Brisbane City Council’s Severe Weather Alerts here, or visit the following emergency pages: Redlands City Council, Moreton Bay, Ipswich, Logan, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. ABC RadioYou can pre-program your local ABC radio station into your preferred digital music service and on your battery operated radio, so that you can tune into warnings if the internet goes down. ABC EmergencyThe
Arafmi acknowledges Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Nations peoples of Australia and recognises their continuing connection to country, waters, kin, and communities. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and future and are committed to ensuring that Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples voices are heard and respected across Queensland.