WELLBEING

October is World Mental Health Month!

Current statistics show that 1 in 5 Australians aged 16+, and 1 in 7 Australian children aged 4-17 are affected by a mental health disorder annually. However, someone does not need to be diagnosed with a mental health disorder to experience or be affected negatively by mental health.

Our current climate, with the pandemic and other changes happening in the world, has also had an impact on both adults and children’s mental health. This makes prioritising our mental health and wellbeing more important than ever!

Please find below a calendar for October with activities you can do with your family to help you look after your mental health.

(click on the image for a larger, printable version)

Are you or is someone you know struggling with their mental health?

Here are some services that you might find helpful:

Colac Area Health Youth and Children’s Counselling
https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/youth-and-childrens-counselling/
Contact Main Reception: 03 5231 5100
General Counselling (ages 16+)
https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/general-counselling/
Contact Main Reception: 03 5231 5100
Your local doctor - they can help you get on a mental health plan with a referral to see a psychologist. Currently helps cover the cost of 20 sessions in one calendar year.
The Orange Door - for women, children and young people who have or are experiencing family violence. They can also help with a range of different circumstances including:
- If someone close to you is hurting you, controlling you or making you feel afraid, such as your partner, family member, housemate or carer.
- You are struggling with parenting due to money issues, family conflict, illness, addiction, grief or isolation.
- You are concerned about the wellbeing of a child or young person.
- You are concerned about the safety of a friend or family member
- You are using violence and want to change your behaviour.

https://cah.vic.gov.au/services/orange-door/Local phone number: 03 5232 5500Alternative contact: 1800 312 820

Popular Support Services - see below.