Promoting Student Wellbeing
Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,
As we approach the holiday season, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you for a joyous and restful break. We hope this time brings you moments of happiness, connection and rejuvenation.
We understand that the holiday season can also bring about various emotions, and we want to reassure you that support is available. If you find yourself or your child feeling anxious or in need of support, we want to make sure you are aware of the resources available outside the school.
Here you will find a list of mental health resources designed to provide assistance and guidance to students and families seeking support during the holiday break. IPC Health Deer Park also offer a variety of support services.
We encourage you to explore these resources and reach out if you or your child need assistance. Remember that it's okay to ask for help, and there are professionals ready to support you.
Brimbank Youth have programs available for young people to keep them active and engaged in the community, see link Our Programs — Brimbank Youth Services — Brimbank City Council.
Brimbank Youth are also hosting the following event:
Festive Fun Day, see link All The Activities Brimbank Youth Services is Bringing to Festive Fun Day
Date: December 1st
Location: Errington Reserve, St Albans
Wishing you a happy and healthy end to the year.
Warm regards,
Student Wellbeing Team
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RRRR Program
VUSC is implementing the Rights, Resilience and Respectful Relationships program, which is a primary prevention initiative to reduce family violence through promoting and modelling respect, positive attitudes and behaviours. If you are experience family violence, or would like information or support, please visit the site below or call 1800RESPECT.
https://www.vic.gov.au/family-violence-statewide-support-services
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Mental Health Services and Support
The school community is welcome to access these services for mental health support:
Headspace
https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/mentalhealthhub
https://www.foodbank.org.au/?state=vic
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