Wellbeing
Head to Health Website
Access to quality mental health supports have always been a challenge in rural communities and especially now during COVID 19. We are really excited to feature THE BEST mental health resource, Head To Health, for rural families this week on the Edenhope College Wellbeing page http://edenhope.vic.edu.au/wellbeing
Increasing numbers of people are now using digital mental health services. Head to Health is an excellent first step to find a range of digital mental health services and resources delivered by trusted Australian providers. Head to Health is the result of an extensive co-design process between the Australian Government Department of Health, people, and families with a lived experience of mental health issues, as well as mental health organisations, service providers, health professionals, and the Australian public.
Digital mental health services are a great option for people searching for mental health support for themselves or for others. They are accessible at any time, can be used anonymously, are easy to use, and most are low-cost or free. These services can be used alone or in combination with face-to-face therapy. They can also be used in a variety of settings including home, the workplace, schools or through clinician workplaces.
Please head to the site and discover helpful information and immediate professional assistance for yourself and your family should you require it.
Vanessa Eastwood
Primary Welfare Officer
Rescheduled Dental Visit
Due to the current climate, Australian Dental Health Victoria will be rescheduling your school visit. As an essential service for school students this has been a difficult decision to make. If you have any urgent dental care concerns, please make alternate arrangements.
Australian Dental Health Victoria's next visit to Edenhope College is scheduled for July 2021.
Headspace
Uniting Wimmera - Support for VCE Students
VCE students can catch up with other VCE students and with Emily Grieger (BHS NAT) for some video chats and physical activities to support wellbeing.
Uniting Wimmera together with My Yoga Well are offering 60-minute Yoga sessions for VCE students to de-stress and unwind.
To learn more or register, get in touch with Jamie Clarkson on 0435 969 623 or email Jaime.Clarkson@vt.uniting.org
Department of Education - Managing the Coronacoaster Webinar with Dr Michael Carr Gregg
The Department of Education and Training is presenting a free webinar for parents and carers by renowned child psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg, on building family resilience during coronavirus (COVID-19).
Parents and carers play a vital role in helping children feel safe through uncertain times.
Dr Carr-Gregg’s webinar is aptly named Managing the Coronacoaster – Tips for building resilient families in the coronavirus era.
In this webinar, Dr Carr-Gregg provides tools and strategies for parents and carers to help manage the lockdown and remote learning. Topics include:
- your supportive role
- setting the emotional tone
- focusing on what you can control
- how to deal with disappointment
- further resources and where to get help.
Dr Carr-Gregg’s presentation will run for 45 minutes. This will be followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer session in which parents and carers can ask Dr Carr-Gregg questions.
Webinar details
- When: Tuesday 15 September
- Time: 7:30pm
- Duration: 45-minute presentation followed by 15-minute questions and answers session
- Format: online via Webex
- Cost: free
To register and for more information visit the Managing the Coronacoaster – Tips for building resilient families in the coronavirus era eventbrite page.
The Parents Website Webinars
Parents want their kids to do more than just survive. They want them to thrive. Join leading educator Tim Klein for a free webinar on how to help children be stronger, more resilient, and ready for life's challenges.
Popular family and parenting educator Dr Justin Coulson gave parents and carers invaluable ideas and support during the most recent Parents Website Webinar. The focus of his talk was on helping our kids through these tough times and is available to watch on The Parents Website.