The Somerset Regional Council will host a support session for residents who look after loved ones with mental health challenges at the Kilcoy Library in Queensland on 13 March 2026. The event, titled ‘Learn & Grow: A Mental Health Carer’s Journey’, aims to provide practical skills and resources to unpaid carers in the local community.
Cheryl Mascali from Arafmi will lead the session, which is open to both new and experienced carers. Arafmi is the main organisation in Queensland that provides support, advocacy, and workshops for people who care for family or friends with mental health conditions.
By holding this session at the library on 15 Kennedy Street, the council is making it easier for people from Kilcoy and nearby areas like Fernvale to get professional help. This local meeting means residents do not have to travel to larger cities to find the specialised support and connection they need.
This event is part of a wider council plan to use regional libraries as centres for social connection and community well-being. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their personal stories and learn new strategies for supporting their loved ones in a safe and friendly environment.
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