Training for family and members of carers
Support with confidence. Advocate with strength.
VALID Connect offers specialised training for families and carers of people with intellectual disability. These sessions are designed to build your confidence, grow your knowledge, and equip you with practical tools to better support the people you care about — and to support yourself along the way.
What You’ll Learn
- Understanding your rights and responsibilities as families and carers
- How to support communication and shared decision-making
- Practical strategies to encourage independence and self-advocacy
Tools and tips for navigating services, supports, and systems
Why It Matters
As a family member or carer, you play a powerful role in someone’s life.
This training gives you:
- Knowledge you can use
- A safe space to ask questions and share experiences
- Confidence to support advocacy and independence
- Connections with others walking a similar path
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
Get Involved
We can tailor sessions to suit your group, organisation, or local community.
Contact VALID Connect to find out about upcoming workshops or to request a custom training session for families and carers.