Greek Carer Support Program

Greek Carer Support Program: 


A Carer Needs Assessment has been completed identifying needs for carers from a Greek speaking background. A pilot program will commence in May 2011 to assist these carers.  The program will encourage direct input from carers themselves in relation to their information needs as well as activities they would like to participate in.  Expected outcomes are:

• Development of self-help skills
• Improved social connectedness
• Improved health and well-being
• Leadership skills development

Program Launch:


All those who would like to support this program such as Service Providers; Greek Carers and Volunteers are invited to the launch:

• Date:  5 May 2011 
• Time:  10:15 am
• Venue:  Visual Arts Room (upstairs) Box Hill Town Hall, 27 Bank St Box Hill.
• Light refreshments will be served.  RSVP is essential please e.mail klozo@aanet.com.au with your details (name and phone number)

Volunteer snapshot

Soon Lye Chan

(Joined LMCC as a Volunteer in March 2011)

I was born in Malaysia, educated and worked in England, graduating in Electronics/Computing Science. I migrated to Australia in 1981.

Fueled with passion I started assisting others about 20 years ago.  I read about a gentleman who could not use his hands but wanted to learn to use a computer. I modified a PC for him using his head pointer and a special foot operated keyboard.

I found this to be such a valuable experience, beyond description, that I launched into using my skills in technology and mechanics to help others. Since then I have assisted many people with a disability, designing customized devices to suit their abilities.

Why do I volunteer?  Knowing that I can make a difference gives me the motivation and drive to help others. I do not have all the answers to the challenges, but I do persevere and that matters.