Defence Mentor
I hope you are all well, and dealing with everything that military life brings!
Defence Club has so far been a huge success, which is great to see. Students enjoyed getting creative with some Mother's day activities this week, in preparation for our Mother's Day celebration morning. All the students were very enthusiastic and loved making crafts for their special person.
Kookaburra Kids Foundation
The Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation is a nonprofit organisation that provides free camps, activity days and online connect sessions to young people aged 8-18.
Activity days are held throughout the year, providing an opportunity for children to connect, improve mental health literacy and improve help-seeking behaviours. Kookaburra Kids catch up with friends from camp for a fun FREE day out. Activities can include ice skating, laser tag, bowling, movies, putt putt golf and beach activities just to name a few.
For example, in Victoria, earlier this month, there was the opportunity to head to Albury-Wodonga for Indoor Skating
All activity days include a sharing Chat Group session of psychoeducation integrated with fun activities ensuring kids feel consistently supported. Activity days are delivered by a Program Coordinator and trained volunteer leaders.
Visit www.kookaburrakids.org.au if you would like more information or to sign up.
Supporting ADF members and their families
Defence Member & family support offers a range of programs and services to help Defence members and their families manage the military way of life.
The best way to access these services or gain a referral to a local DMFS office is to contact the Defence Member and Family Helpline, this is available 24/7, 365 days a year, contact number 1800 624 608, or Email https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/family-programs-services/support-for-families.
Please do not hesitate to contact me directly if I can assist with any of the above information.
Sara Holland
Defence Support Mentor
(Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:15-3:15pm)