Wellbeing

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Supports sent out by Peta Murphy MP Last week.

Further Resources and Supports for Families:

The last few weeks have been difficult for many families. There has been uncertainty about our health, children’s schooling and work security to mention just a few things.

The following places are able to offer support for families impacted by the COVID-19 measures currently being put into place and may be helpful for you to find support at this time.

Finances:

Free financial counselling is available through Better Place Australia - 1800 639 523.  They have an office in Frankston.

There is also financial support through the following government site: https://moneysmart.gov.au/

The National Debt Helpline: https://ndh.org.au/

Everyday Help:

Frankston Community Support 9783 7284 - they are able to provide you with vouchers and also have links to other supports on their website.      https://frankston.net/

Talk with a Centrelink Social Worker to explain your situation and they will be able to guide you as to what additional supports and loans etc. that may be available to you.

Mums Supporting Families in Need are a locally based charity who can assist families in need.   

www.msfin.org.au

There is housing support in Frankston through: 

Salvocare: 

Address: 37 Ross Smith Ave E, Frankston VIC 3199

Phone: (03) 9784 5000

Mental Health:

Many of us are experiencing additional mental stress from the current situation. 

Lifeline has an excellent outline of some simple strategies to put into place for you and your family.

https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/topics/mental-health-and-wellbeing-during-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak

The following numbers are useful for if you need to talk to someone regarding your mental health. 

• Lifeline on 13 11 14

• Beyondblue on 1300 224 636

• MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978

• Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467

• Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800

• Headspace on 1800 650 890

• QLife on 1800 184 527

Medicare has now approved telehealth consultations for psychology sessions should you need to seek a Mental Health Care Plan for more intensive support from a professional.

Take care. Stay Safe.

CALM BREATHING STRATEGY 

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Practice some calm breathing using the

Lazy 8 Breathing Page (attached).

Print the page above or draw your own sideways 8 on a piece of paper.

Follow the instructions on the page.

Optional: Decorate your Lazy 8 page. (examples below)

1. Breathe in: draw something that smells good

2. Breathe out: draw something you blow

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