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With Different Journeys,
you’re not alone

We provide carers, Autistic people and families with guidance, connection and hope.

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Safe, inclusive events where you can be yourself

At our events you can connect with like-minded Autistic people and carers in a community built on acceptance, understanding and empowerment. 

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Support for unpaid carers and those you care for

Join a caring community of people who understand the challenges of unpaid caring. We host events and offer peer support to make life easier for you and the people you care for.

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Autism and carer support information

Explore our collection of trusted information and practical resources to help you get started, build confidence and navigate the next step in your journey.

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10+

Years supporting Autistic people, carers and families

500+

Events across
Victoria

10,000+

Autistic people and
carers supported

100%

Led by people with lived
experience

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Autistic Adults

FRI 9 OCTOBER - 6:00PM

Bendigo Adults Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 90 remaining

Autistic Adults

TUE 13 OCTOBER - 5:30PM

Maroondah Adults Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 24 remaining

Carers

WED 14 OCTOBER - 6:00PM

Greensborough Ladies Event

Greensborough Urban Grooves

Spots: Full

Carers

THU 15 OCTOBER - 9:30AM

Chirnside Park Carers Cuppa

Chirnside Park Chirnside Park Country Club

Spots: 49 remaining

Carers

THU 15 OCTOBER - 7:00PM

Bendigo Blokes Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 7 remaining

Carers

FRI 16 OCTOBER - 10:00AM

Casey Carers Cuppa

Berwick Old Shop, The Old Cheese Factory

Spots: 50 remaining

Teens

FRI 16 OCTOBER - 6:00PM

Bendigo Teens Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 84 remaining

Teens

SUN 18 OCTOBER - 5:00PM

Maroondah Teens Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 80 remaining

Carers

MON 19 OCTOBER - 10:30AM

Heathcote Carers Cuppa

Heathcote Gaffney's Bakery & Pie Kitchen

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

SAT 24 OCTOBER - 10:00AM

Ringwood Saturday Carers Cuppa

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 49 remaining

Teens

SUN 25 OCTOBER - 5:30PM

Greensborough Teens Event

Greensborough Greensborough RSL

Spots: 79 remaining

Carers

TUE 27 OCTOBER - 11:00AM

Point Cook Carers Cuppa

Point Cook The Brook

Spots: Open

Carers

TUE 27 OCTOBER - 6:00PM

Ringwood Blokes Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 8 remaining

Carers

WED 28 OCTOBER - 6:00PM

Greensborough Blokes Event

Greensborough Urban Grooves

Spots: 8 remaining

Carers

THU 29 OCTOBER - 9:30AM

Chirnside Park Carers Cuppa

Chirnside Park Chirnside Park Country Club

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

MON 2 NOVEMBER - 10:00AM

Bendigo Carers Cuppa

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

THU 5 NOVEMBER - 6:00PM

Ringwood Ladies Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 7 remaining

Carers

THU 5 NOVEMBER - 7:00PM

Bendigo Ladies Event

Golden Square The Foundry Hotel

Spots: 6 remaining

Carers

MON 9 NOVEMBER - 10:00AM

Greensborough Carers Cuppa

Greensborough Urban Grooves

Spots: 50 remaining

Autistic Adults

MON 9 NOVEMBER - 6:00PM

Greensborough Adults Event

Greensborough Greensborough RSL

Spots: 79 remaining

Autistic Adults

TUE 10 NOVEMBER - 5:30PM

Maroondah Adults Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 74 remaining

Carers

THU 12 NOVEMBER - 9:30AM

Chirnside Park Carers Cuppa

Chirnside Park Chirnside Park Country Club

Spots: 50 remaining

Autistic Adults

THU 12 NOVEMBER - 6:00PM

Bendigo Adults Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 100 remaining

Carers

FRI 13 NOVEMBER - 10:00AM

Casey Carers Cuppa

Berwick Old Shop, The Old Cheese Factory

Spots: 50 remaining

Teens

SUN 15 NOVEMBER - 5:00PM

Maroondah Teens Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 80 remaining

Carers

MON 16 NOVEMBER - 10:30AM

Heathcote Carers Cuppa

Heathcote Gaffney's Bakery & Pie Kitchen

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

WED 18 NOVEMBER - 6:00PM

Greensborough Ladies Event

Greensborough Urban Grooves

Spots: 7 remaining

Carers

THU 19 NOVEMBER - 7:00PM

Bendigo Blokes Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 7 remaining

Teens

FRI 20 NOVEMBER - 6:00PM

Bendigo Teens Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 100 remaining

Teens

SUN 22 NOVEMBER - 5:30PM

Greensborough Teens Event

Greensborough Greensborough RSL

Spots: 80 remaining

Carers

TUE 24 NOVEMBER - 11:00AM

Point Cook Carers Cuppa

Point Cook The Brook

Spots: Open

Carers

WED 25 NOVEMBER - 6:00PM

Greensborough Blokes Event

Greensborough Urban Grooves

Spots: 8 remaining

Carers

THU 26 NOVEMBER - 9:30AM

Chirnside Park Carers Cuppa

Chirnside Park Chirnside Park Country Club

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

FRI 27 NOVEMBER - 10:00AM

Casey Carers Cuppa

Berwick Old Shop, The Old Cheese Factory

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

SAT 28 NOVEMBER - 10:00AM

Ringwood Saturday Carers Cuppa

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 50 remaining

Carers

TUE 1 DECEMBER - 6:00PM

Ringwood Blokes Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 8 remaining

Carers

THU 3 DECEMBER - 6:00PM

Ringwood Ladies Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 8 remaining

Carers

THU 3 DECEMBER - 7:00PM

Bendigo Ladies Event

Golden Square The Foundry Hotel

Spots: 7 remaining

Carers

MON 7 DECEMBER - 10:00AM

Bendigo Carers Cuppa

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 50 remaining

Autistic Adults

MON 7 DECEMBER - 6:00PM

Greensborough Adults Event

Greensborough Greensborough RSL

Spots: 78 remaining

Autistic Adults

TUE 8 DECEMBER - 5:30PM

Maroondah Adults Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 74 remaining

Carers

THU 10 DECEMBER - 9:30AM

Chirnside Park Carers Cuppa

Chirnside Park Chirnside Park Country Club

Spots: 50 remaining

Autistic Adults

THU 10 DECEMBER - 6:00PM

Bendigo Adults Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 100 remaining

Carers

FRI 11 DECEMBER - 10:00AM

Casey Carers Cuppa

Berwick Old Shop, The Old Cheese Factory

Spots: 50 remaining

Teens

FRI 11 DECEMBER - 6:00PM

Bendigo Teens Event

Strathdale The Bendigo Club

Spots: 100 remaining

Teens

SUN 13 DECEMBER - 5:00PM

Maroondah Teens Event

Ringwood The Coach Ringwood

Spots: 80 remaining

Families

SUN 17 JANUARY - 6:00PM

Glen Eira Family Swim Event

Bentleigh East Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre

Spots: 100 remaining

Families

SUN 14 MARCH - 6:00PM

Glen Eira Family Swim Event

Bentleigh East Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre

Spots: 100 remaining

Families

SUN 16 MAY - 6:00PM

Glen Eira Family Swim Event

Bentleigh East Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre

Spots: 100 remaining

Autistic Adults

SUN 20 JUNE - 4:00PM

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Real people. Real stories.

As a result of Different Journeys support I feel reborn or liberated! I just want to express my huge gratitude and thanks to you for picking me up and sending me on my way. Without your help I would still be spinning in circles and falling over!
CarerMelbourne
I love your organisation. I have attended multiple educational sessions which have all been just awesome ... so valuable.
Parent
Having that regular opportunity to connect with others with shared experiences is very validating. And it's nice to know that you're not alone in the challenges, but it's also really nice to be able to share the wins and exiting stuff with other people who get it.
ShaunAutistic Adult
It gives neurodivergent people the chance to meet similar people and to enter an environment where they don't have to put masks up anymore. And they can just be who they are without fear of discrimination or being seen as different.
AndreAutistic Adult
I would like to express my gratitude to Different Journey. It has been a life line and essential organisation for myself and my family. My biggest appreciation is that Different Journeys has made me feel not alone and that they have helped and supported my husband and I as carers.
OliviaCarer
There are a few things that keep me coming back to Different Journeys, partly to socialise with others. Great food, obviously. And the special event of each night – the Kahoot! quiz.
MitchAutistic Adult

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The Suicide Response Project (SRP) was created by researchers, academics, and psychologists together with autistic and LGBTIQA+ people who have lived through suicidal thoughts, their families, and those who have supported or lost someone to suicide. The SRP is here to guide you, and through its 8 Step Response, you’ll find clear, research-based information and simple, practical tips you can follow step by step.

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