Wellbeing
St John's Mitcham School Counsellor
Our school counsellor, Dominique Furet, is still on site every Tuesday to support families and students who need some extra support. Please contact the school or Dominique directly.
Dear Parents and Carers,
COVID-19 has brought a lot of changes to our lives and it can be difficult
managing these alterations. The counselling department is here to help
parents and students through this difficult time. The counselling department
can provide emotional support to students experiencing interpersonal or
academic issues. The department can also guide parents on parenting
approaches and supporting parents with distance learning. If you believe you
may need support please contact the Catholic Care
psychologist on Tuesdays 8:30am -430pm via the main office number 98741575 or via
email E: Dominique.Furet@ccam.org.au
Dominique Furet - Child and Family Counsellor/Psychologist (MPsych) Schools Unit | CatholicCare
Wellbeing resources from SchoolTV
Special Report 1: Wellbeing Checklist for Primary: Dr Michael Carr-Gregg While most children are resilient and seem to be demonstrating a remarkable capacity to manage during this challenging time, others are not faring as well. Some are experiencing a variety of emotions ranging from fear to anxiety, all of which are considered normal or natural responses to the current situation. It’s important for parents/carers to remain vigilant for any signs of unusual distress or behaviour, even if their child may not have any prior history of a mental health disorder.
https://schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-wellbeing-checklist-primary
Anxiety in Kids During Coronavirus Pandemic
Whitehorse Youth and Community Resources
PARENTS - Youth Affairs Council Victoria
Regardless of whether you are a young person or someone who works with young people, COVID-19 is disrupting everybody's life. YACVic is keen to continue supporting you in the best way possible. See link below to a 5-minute short survey, there is one for young people and one for the sector.
If you work with young people, please pass the survey for young people on to them.
Department of Education and Training
Learning from home information for parents
How to Discuss COVID-19 with Students
Talking Points for Parents:
eSafetyCommissioner: COVID-19 Global Online Safety Advice for Parents and Carers.
The Australian Government has launched a new guide to help Australian families stay safe online during the pandemic, the COVID-19 Global online safety advice for parents and carers. Download the booklet via this link
Also from the eSafety Commissioner - Webinars for parents and carers explore the latest research and expert advice for using technology safely
Counselling/Youth/Parenting Team at healthAbility:
healthAbility continue to provide parenting support to support parents/carers feel more confident in handling any child behaviour that is causing concern. You can make a referral for them in the usual way via email to Service Coordination (Service.Coordination@healthability.org.au) or clients can self-refer by ringing the Centre on 9430 9100 or via the healthAbility website by clicking the ‘make an enquiry’ link on the Family Support Page https://healthability.org.au/services-support/family-support/
Legal Aid: Covid 19 and parenting issues:
Headspace
eheadspacewill be hosting various group chats, facilitated by mental health professionals. Upcoming group chats include: Supporting a young person with Autism during uncertain times. For more info on upcoming chats and to review transcripts of previous chats, please visit: https://headspace.org.au/eheadspace/group-chat/upcoming-chats/#Friends-and-Family
You can also call eheadspace on 1800 650 890 or online at www.headspace.org.au
Young People
YACVic: What young people and the youth sector can do about COVID-19<