Let’s look after each other

This beautiful artwork above by Jenny Laidlaw says so much.

Right now we are in rough seas.

But we stay hopeful that there will be light on the horizon

Let’s hold onto that as a COMMUNITY.

~ WE ARE HERE FOR YOU ~

COVID-19 Wellbeing Resources

Tips for parents and Carers during lockdown

Dear Parents and Carers,

At this uncertain and difficult time for many families in Shepparton and our School Community, it is really important to look after your wellbeing and your families’ wellbeing.

As well as practising general self-care strategies, such as, eating a healthy diet, regularly exercising, getting good quality sleep, practising relaxation and mindfulness, trying to find some things you can enjoy and maintaining social connections, we have put together a list of resources that may be helpful in giving you some ideas and suggestions to help you to care of yourself, the children and the people you love.

Supporting children’s mental health

Yesterday, Wednesday, 25th August, Dr Anthea Rhodes, Pediatrician at The Royal Children’s Hospital, facilitated a panel of experts in a live forum to talk about how you can support your child’s mental health throughout the pandemic and also beyond.

‘How do I be a good parent while supporting my child through remote learning?’

Wellbeing Officer, Michelle Black and I both watched the hour long session which was excellent, and we would highly recommend to Parents and Carers to find some time, relax with a cuppa and view the program on the links below. Doctor Ric Haslam referred to the issue of remote learning at home as ‘like trying to walk up a mountain and we need to take smaller steps’. The panel of doctors shared their expertise, professional insights and offered some practical tips during this time of lockdown, covering some of the following areas:

Remote Learning
Anxiety
Student engagement
Academic learning and skills
Resilience
Technology and E-safety
Good sleep
Exercise
Gratitude and Kindness
Fatigue and burnout
Conflict at home
Hope

Royal Children’s Hospital Supporting children’s mental health

https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=y1DizMUOeng

https://www.facebook.com/248587695154749/videos/266941898337228

University of Melbourne Webinar

The University of Melbourne will be hosting a Webinar on Monday, 30th August at 8pm on the topic 'Tips to help families cope during lockdowns' which you might like to watch.

Please click on the below link for full details and to register for this webinar.

Tips to help families cope during lockdowns

Websites and Links:

RCH Kids Health Info Podcasts and videos

https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Supporting_your_child_to_cope_with_the_COVID-19_pandemic/

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/an-in-depth-talk-about-anxiety/id1522239706?i=1000532845961&fbclid=IwAR3FVFSVILJuQZlfhyoYFaNcZ8-55BLKS3N-Oxjqe3Z8FmV4Cgg3cLxyxyU

E-Safety

https://www.esafety.gov.au/

Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800

Head to Help - 1800 595 212

https://headtohelp.org.au/

Hints And Tips For Having Discussions With Your Children

Australian Childhood Foundation Resources

Activities

Stories

Hints And Tips For Parents

It is important to be aware that the current situation is rapidly changing and therefore some documents may not contain the most up-to-date advice.

As always, please refer to https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus for the most up-to-date advice and recommendations.

As this resource is a school community resource please feel free to let us know if you would like any other articles or sources of support included in our eNewsletters.

Take care and stay safe.

Best wishes,

Sally Mills (Deputy Principal) & Michelle Black (Wellbeing Officer)

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