Wellbeing
R U OK? Day | Thursday 12th September
Ask R U OK?Any Day because life happens every day.
A lot can happen in a year, a month, a week. Whether it’s your friend, family member, colleague, partner, or teammate, the people you care about go through life’s ups and downs every day. And they’re not alone, with 72% of Australians reporting elevated levels of distress.
Regular, meaningful conversations with the people close to you can help prevent small things from becoming big things. By checking in regularly, you build trust and normalise talking about what’s really going on, so when the people in your world find themselves struggling, they know you’re someone they can talk to.
So don't wait for R U OK?Day on September 12, Ask R U OK? Any Day of the year because a conversation could change a life.
Are you worried about someone you care about? Click HERE for some simple steps on how to start a conversation.
Our Wellbeing Hub has updated resources and videos to help everyone start a conversation.
Growing Wellbeing Activity Day
Wednesday 2 October | 10am to 1pm | Realm and Ringwood Town Square
Bring the whole family to take part in fun, free activities for all ages. Feel good with art therapy, active kids activities, pet rocks, light and sound show plus interesting activities for parents and grandparents. Some activities require bookings. Find out more and register for event updates
Parentzone Term 3 Newsletter
Please follow this link to access the current Parentzone newsletter.
It details of a variety of parenting programs and resources on offer for Term 3, including the Dads Matter program, Talking Teens and Raising Resilient Kids.
Marlborough's Wellbeing Hub
Please bookmark our Wellbeing Hub for many helpful resources, links and supports, in particular our Parents/Carers resource page.
https://wellbeing.marlboroughps.vic.edu.au
Jenelle Seregin
Wellbeing Leader
Stay well this winter
Symptoms of influenza (flu) can hit very quickly and may last several weeks. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others from getting the flu.
Keeping our school community well
Parents, carers and students are encouraged to practice prevention measures, including:
- washing and sanitising hands regularly
- avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
- covering nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing
- staying home if unwell and consulting a general practitioner (GP) or Nurse-on-call as required
- staying up to date with flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
Flu vaccinations
Flu vaccinations can be booked through GPs and pharmacies, many of which can also provide COVID-19 vaccinations. Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over.
Some people are more at risk of complications from flu and are eligible for free vaccination as part of the National Immunisation Program.
COVID-19 booster
The 2024 COVID-19 booster dose is available for everyone aged 18 and above.
Getting your booster dose remains the best way to prevent severe illness or hospitalisation, especially in people aged over 65 and those at higher risk of severe illness.
Children aged between 5 and 17 years who are at risk of severe illness can also receive a 2024 booster dose.
You can get your next dose at your local pharmacy or GP. To find one near you, refer to the vaccine clinic finder.
Find out more
For more information about preventing flu, and immunisation, refer to: