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Wellbeing activities held for war widows and veteran families

The first month of the new year has ended with great success for our Wellbeing Program that has been busy hosting engaging and meaningful activities designed to foster connection, relaxation and personal growth. From social catch-ups to hands-on creative workshops, these events have provided valuable opportunities for war widows and veteran families to bond, reflect […]

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Wellbeing activities starting off the new year

With all of 2024’s new ideas and recommendations for future wellbeing activities, our Wellbeing Program has been able to kick off the new year with a variety of fun activities that range from play and bonding to reflection and self care. Take a look at a couple of activities that were held recently and how

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war widows on War Widows Day 19th October, tribute and recognition of war widows

Stories of courage and sacrifice

Missed our special November issue honouring War Widows Day? Dive into the stories of courage and sacrifice. War Widows Day, observed annually on 19 October, honours the sacrifices of Australia’s war widows. In 2024, Our November Guild Digest highlighted not only how Families of Veterans Guild celebrated War Widows Day, but told the deeply personal

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War widows visit Kokoda Track. Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway.

War widows visit Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway

Kokoda Track experience for Younger Members’ Social Club On 12 November 2024, 13 members from the Younger Members War Widows Social Club visited the Kokoda Track Memorial and Walkway located at Concord.  The 82nd Anniversary of Kokoda Day was commemorated on Sunday 3 November, remembering the end of the desperate and vicious campaign when Major

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Understanding the role of a carer, war widows and veteran families

Understanding the role of a carer

What defines a carer and how can you determine if you are one?  If you are providing ongoing support to a loved one whether a spouse, parent, friend or relative, you may be a carer, even if you don’t yet identify with that label. Many people gradually take on caregiving responsibilities without even realising. If

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War widows social club outing, regional visit for war widows.

Batemans Bay regional visit

A special lunch for war widows in Batemans Bay On Thursday, 12 December 2024, members from across Batemans Bay area attended a lunch at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club, bringing together 41 guests, including members, past members, families, and carers from Kiama to Bermagui. This regional visit was funded by Families of Veterans Guild and organised

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