Wellbeing
Upcoming Parent/Carer Webinars
Headspace: Accessing help for my young person
headspace National in conjunction with headspace Knox are presenting a webinar for parents and carers of young people to investigate mental health support services.
When: Wednesday 9th March at 7:00pm AEDT
Where: Online webinar via Zoom
Register: Bookings are essential. Register via Eventbrite Here -->
Information presented will cover:
- Strengthening your understanding of mental health and wellbeing.
- The conversational approach to mental health and well-being.
- Practical strategies and resources to support mental health.
- Building an awareness of local, state, and national support services available to young people.
This session is intended to increase your knowledge of the mental health sector and different levels of support.
For more information email: programsupport@headspace.org.au
Dealing with Feelings; for Parents / Carers of Teens webinar
This parent information session will be facilitated by Parentzone Eastern and Knox Youth Services.
What: Dealing with Feelings; for Parents / Carers of Teens webinar, including an interactive Q&A
When: Thursday 31 March 2022, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Where: Online webinar via Zoom
Register: Bookings are essential. Register Online Here -->
After you have registered, you will receive an email confirmation from Eventbrite which will include the Zoom meeting link to access the webinar. Please note this webinar will not be recorded.
All those who register will receive a digital information pack, after the webinar, that includes key messages as well as links to resources & support services.
The webinar will include information to help your teen to better manage and navigate their emotions, and deal with life together as a family, including:
- How to offer practical and emotional support for your teen;
- Learning strategies to support your teen to navigate their feelings;
- Being able to chat with other parents living through similar experiences;
- How you’re travelling as a parent, and how does this impact your relationships with your teen; and
- Providing methods and strategies to support your teen.
For further information contact Michelle, Community Youth Worker, Knox Youth Services 9298 8000 or michelle.pascoe@knox.vic.gov.au
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