Caringa Australia

09/06/2026

🌱 Fresh, Local & Community-Grown at Caringa! 🍊🥑
Caringa is proud to support our amazing supported employees who grow fresh, locally produced fruit and vegetables right here at our 1 Orara Street site. 💚
We currently have a delicious range available, including:
🍆 Eggplant
🥑 Avocados
🍊 Grapefruit
🍊 Navel oranges
…and a wide variety of other seasonal produce!
Whether you're after a few items or want to make it easy with one of our veggie boxes (just $20 each!), there's something for everyone. 🥕🍅
By purchasing from Caringa, you're not only getting fresh, locally grown produce — you're also supporting inclusive employment in our community. 🌟
📍 Visit us: 1 Orara Street, Grafton
📞 Call: 02 6640 9300
📧 Email: [email protected]
Come in and see what’s growing — we’d love your support! 🌿

05/06/2026

✨ Caringa at Cooly Rocks! 🎶🚗
What a fantastic week it’s been! Some of our Caringa clients headed up to the Cooly Rocks On Festival on the Gold Coast—and what an experience!
They loved stepping out of their usual routine and soaking up the vibrant atmosphere. From amazing live shows and toe-tapping bands, to browsing the unique market stalls and enjoying plenty of delicious food 🍔🍦—there was something for everyone.
📸 Check out some of their photos below!💛

05/06/2026

💪 Caringa Crew taking on the Push-Up Challenge! 💪
Our amazing team is getting behind the June Push-Up Challenge—not just for fitness, but to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health within the Clarence Valley❤️
Every push-up represents a step toward better mental health support in our community. We’re proud to be raising funds for headspace Grafton, helping young people access the support they need when it matters most.
👉 You can help make a difference by donating here:
https://www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/fundraisers/caringacrew
Every dollar counts and goes directly toward supporting youth mental health services in our community 🙌
Let’s keep pushing for a stronger, healthier community 💙

02/06/2026

This June, we're taking on The Push-Up Challenge and completing a heap of push-ups between 3-26 June to raise funds for headspace Grafton 💪💛💪💚

You can show your support by making a tax-deductible donation to our fundraising page www.thepushupchallenge.com.au/fundraisers/caringacrew 🔗

Thanks to YOU ~ every dollar helps us mental health outcomes locally.

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GIF ID: Bright orange promotional graphic for “The Push-Up Challenge.” Large bold black text reads “THE PUSH-UP CHALLENGE.” On the right, a smartphone mockup displays a person doing push-ups in front of a Movie World theme park entrance with a roller coaster visible. Below, smaller text reads “WE ARE BACK IN 2026” and explains that the Caringa Crew are completing push-ups, squats, or adaptable exercises between 3–26 June to raise funds for headspace Grafton.
Headspace and Caringa logos appear along the bottom.

01/06/2026

💙⚽ Staying active and connecting within the community ⚽💙
Check out Caringa's Castle Hub clients kicking off a game of Futsal last week at PCYC Grafton. A brilliant way to get moving, build skills, and spend quality time with friends. Lots of laughs were shared by all — such a great atmosphere! 🙌
If you're interested in joining Caringa’s Castle Hub, please reach out to us:
📞 02 6640 9300
🌐 www.caringa.com.au
📍 144 Fitzroy Street, Grafton

01/06/2026

🏡 Supported Independent Living (SIL) Information Session for Parents, Families & Carers. Are you wondering what the future might look like for your loved one with disability?

Many families ask themselves: "What happens if there comes a time when I can no longer provide the level of support my loved one needs?"

Supported Independent Living (SIL) can provide a pathway to greater independence and ongoing support, but many families only learn about the SIL process when they are already facing a crisis or urgent situation.

At Caringa, we believe that planning early leads to better outcomes. That's why we're hosting a free information session to help families and carers understand:

✅ What Supported Independent Living (SIL) is
✅ Who may be eligible for SIL funding
✅ How the approval process works
✅ What evidence and planning may be required
✅ How to start preparing before support becomes urgent
✅ Common questions and misconceptions about SIL

📍 Where: 144 Fitzroy Street, Grafton
📅 When: Wednesday 10 June - RSVP: Friday 5th of June
🕠 Time: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
🍴 Nibbles and light refreshments provided

This session is designed for parents, family members, carers, guardians and other informal supports of people with disability who want to better understand the options available for the future.

Whether SIL is something you are considering now or simply want to learn more about for the future, we encourage you to come along, ask questions, and start the conversation early.

To RSVP or find out more, contact Demi at Caringa on (02) 6640 9300 or email via [email protected]

NDIA SIL information: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/home-and-living/types-home-and-living-supports/what-supported-independent-living-sil

27/05/2026

Have you checked out our Caringa Store page yet? 👀
Caringa is proud to offer quality products, all proudly made by our Supported Employment Team—showcasing skill, independence, and strong community spirit 💙
Head over to the Caringa Store page to explore our premium firewood, carefully prepared and available at affordable prices. With wet weather settling in and temperatures starting to fall, now is the perfect time to stock up and stay warm 🔥

18/05/2026

💬 “What happens when we can no longer provide 24/7 support for our loved one?”

It’s a question many families and carers quietly carry - often without knowing where to start or what options are available.

Caringa is hosting a free Supported Independent Living (SIL) Information & Q&A Session to help families, carers, and informal supports better understand SIL, the approval process, and what planning ahead can look like before a situation becomes urgent.

📍 Where: Caringa – 144 Fitzroy Street, Grafton
📅 When: Wednesday 10 June - RSVP Fri 5th of June 2026
🕠 Time: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
🍴 Nibbles and light refreshments provided

This session is designed for parents, carers, family members, and decision-makers supporting a person with disability who may require independent living support in the future.

Whether you’re just starting to ask questions or already exploring options, this is an opportunity to gain practical information in a welcoming and supportive environment.

To RSVP or find out more, contact Demi at Caringa on (02) 6640 9300 or email via [email protected]
📧 [email protected]
📞 (02) 6640 9300 and ask for Demi

More information about Supported Independent Living (SIL) from the NDIA: https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/home-and-living/types-home-and-living-supports/what-supported-independent-living-sil

Please share with anyone in the community who may benefit. 🧡

Caringa supports the experience & enjoyment of ‘A Complete Life’ with choice and independence, delivering services and support across the entire Clarence Valley & Coffs Coast.
Your trusted provider of NDIS Caringa was created by the community, for you.

17/05/2026

🌟 Caringa have Supported Independent Living Vacancies! 🌟
Are you looking for SIL accommodation in the Coffs Harbour & Grafton area?
Caringa have Supported Independent Living vacancies available now!
With over 70 years of trusted experience, Caringa is proud to support our community as a reliable and compassionate NDIS provider servicing the Grafton region.
If you or someone you know is seeking safe, supportive, and empowering accommodation options, we’d love to help.
📞 Contact us today: 02 6640 9300
🌐 Learn more: caringa.com.au
Let’s build your independence, together. 💙