By Afraa Kori
The first Carers Day of the year at Brookfield farm in Beaconsfield, celebrated the importance of care and community.
It was a fun and interactive experience, featuring an art workshop and farm tour held on February 4. Participants had an opportunity to get close and personal with the animals, by feeding and caring for them.
There were six activities to choose from but making earrings and painting were the most popular. To fuel their day, attendees were treated to a delicious morning tea and lunch.
Most of the carers were from non English speaking backgrounds. There were at least five nations represented including Malaysia, Afghanistan and Kenya.
Owner of Brookfield Farm, Diane Gow said carers appreciated a break from home and a chance to catch up with friends.
“Several carers renewed connections with other carers and several of them plan to come back and visit with their disabled child.”
Brookfield Farm only runs carers day once a year, but the attendance was high and motivated them to continue the momentum.
“The main request was for the date of the next workshop! As we had so many enquiries we are running another workshop next Tuesday for fifteen more carers,” Diane said.
“We had a great response and they are free which helps. We feel that we should share our farm with as many people as possible.”
