Student Wellbeing

Online Parent Course - NO SCAREDY CATS™

Anxiety in children is at an all-time high. After the results of the APPA Survey, Parentshop® developed No Scaredy Cats™, a parent-led program to give parents the tools to help their anxious children to become more resilient presented by the course author, Michael Hawton MAPS.

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The Resilience Project At Home 

https://theresilienceproject.com.au/at-home/

TRP@HOME has a hub of activities and ideas to bring gratitude, empathy and mindfulness to day-to-day life: from kitchen table conversations to bedtime stories and backyard expeditions.

The ACTIVITIES section is for everyone; adults, children, teenagers, parents and carers alike! Head here for wellbeing tips and ways to build resilience and happiness for yourself, family, housemates and the wider community around you.

The BLOG is an avenue for us to share some of the incredible stories of the Everyday GEMs in our community. Read how these people use gratitude, empathy and mindfulness to build positive wellbeing.

Resilient Youth - Lockdown Resources

We are all currently navigating one of our most challenging times in recent memory due to the global pandemic. The impact this is having on our young people, their caregivers, and educators wellbeing and mental health are significant. 

We have recently reached 200 days of lockdown here in Melbourne, and rather than lamenting this occurrence, we wanted to reach out to you, providing some practical resources and ideas for families, children and adolescents to promote connection, fun and play whilst under the restrictions of lockdown.

Resilient Youth Australia, Kind Schools, Playmeo and Monash University’s educational and mental health professionals have generously donated the content for this Resilient Youth Lockdown Resources Page.

Parent Resources

Click here for access to the Smiling Mind Website

Smiling Mind’s vision is to help every mind thrive. Their mission is to provide accessible life-long tools to support healthy minds.

Click here for access to the Student Wellbeing Hub Website

It includes sections for parents, teachers, and students with practical strategies and resources to support your child's wellbeing.

Clickherefor Raising Children Network

Reliable, and up-to-date information to help your family grow and thrive together. 

Click here for access to Parenting Ideas Blog

It includes articles, testimonials, and practical tips on a wide variety of topics.

Clickherefor Iparent - Office of eSafety Commissioner 

To learn about the digital environment and how to help your child have safe and enjoyable online experiences.

Click here for access to CatholicCare

It is a social service agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne, they offer a range of programs and services that aim to build and strengthen relationships.

Clickhere for access to Beyond Blue

This website is regularly updated with information, advice, and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. And you can stay up-to-date by joining our email community.

Positive Parenting Telephone Service 1800 880 660

Participants complete a workbook or online modules which are supported by weekly 30 minute phone calls with a trained parenting educator. All of this can be done from the comfort of your own home at a time that suits you.

Parentline 13 22 89

Parentline is available 8am to midnight, 7 days a week. It is a confidential and anonymous phone counselling service for parents and carers of children and teenagers in Victoria.