Annual Report

In 2019 -2020, Carry On (Victoria) provided a record number of support services to veterans and their families.

Take a look through our annual report to read about some of the great initiatives that have been introduced to further strengthen our capabilities to support veterans in need.

👉 2020 Annual Report

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Together We March Again- ANZAC Day 2021

Although the pandemic is still far from over, Australians are certainly in a much better position this year. This is particularly relevant when it comes to the traditional ways of recognising ANZAC Day. While many paid their respects from home in 2020, this year, the opportunities to come together will return and many veterans will march again once more.
Tamara Slooper - Harding, Director
Nick White, Director

5 Things to do for good mental well-being in Isolation

Now more than ever, it's essential to not only look after our physical health but our mental health and wellbeing too. Isolation can have a negative impact on mental health, and it can manifest as feelings of irritability, anger, restlessness, boredom, and loneliness. The good news is that there are things you can do to develop strength and resilience through uncertainty.
How yoga can help manage the challenges of PTSD

In Australia, approximately 12 out of 100 people will have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at some point in their life. With PTSD affecting anybody who has been through traumatic events, including a serious accident, natural disasters or assault, war veterans are inevitably at higher risk for PTSD than the general population.
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Stay connected this Christmas with these simple tips
How to stay connected

Numerous studies have shown that strong ties with family, friends and the community provide people with happiness, security, support and a sense of purpose. As humans we all crave social connection, it’s just the way we’re wired. It gives us even greater joy when we connect with like-minded individuals who share similar beliefs and values.
Tamara Slooper - Harding, Director
How to break up with technology

We’re all guilty of a little too much device time, but there’s a fine line between habit and addiction. Did you know the average person checks their phone every 12 minutes on a normal day? That’s 5 times an hour, 120 times a day and let’s not even do the maths on how many times a year that turns out to be!
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