Wellbeing
Upcoming programs, at Headspace
Please see below a flyer from Headspace Knox for a new art therapy program that explores emotions, mental health and self care and is run over 8 weeks. No artistic skills required just a willingness to have a go.
Maroondah City Council
Loos for You is a creative art project for LGBTI+ young people & allies, aimed at making sure the toilets at EV’s Youth Centre are the right toilets for you!
Over four workshops in the July school holidays, you will get to work with a professional artist to design and create three gender neutral art pieces to be put on the toilet doors at EV's Youth Centre in Croydon. For more info head to: http://www.maroondahyouth.com.au/Programs-for-Young-People/LGBTIQ-young-people
- FReeZA Push Start Battle of the Bands Maroondah heat Friday 3rd of August at EV’s Youth Centre. Local artists aged between 12-25 can apply via the website http://www.maroondahyouth.com.au/Programs-for-Young-People/Music-Event-Management/Bassline-Battle-FReeZA-Push-Start-Series-2018.
- Pop Conversation Club July 5th aged 12-16. An extra group has been added for the school holidays – Thursday 5th July 4-6pm at Realm Library, $10. To book head to https://events.yourlibrary.com.au/event?id=5080
- If you are seeking community mental health resources, Councils website has an online resource, along with other resources. It is worth bookmarking and having a look through. http://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/Community-support-services/Health-safety-and-community-resources/Online-mental-health-resources
General community
- MAT Holiday Program – ages 10 – 13 on the 10th, 11th and 12th July. For more info https://www.thematprogram.com/holiday-program
- Free sexual health and relationship education resources for community organisations in Australia from the Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health. Great resource for anyone working with young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds http://share.ceh.org.au/
- “Building Blocks for Child Social and Emotional Wellbeing” is a new online course from the National Workforce Centre for Child Mental Health. This course is aimed at anyone working with parents of children aged 0-12 https://emergingminds.com.au/training/building-blocks-childrens-social-emotional-wellbeing/
- Swinburne Hub are delivering a number of FREE workshops for job seekers including updating your resume and interview skills across their Croydon and Wantirna campuses. See attached flyers for more info.
- FREE Community meal in Wantirna at City Life. See attached flyer for more info.
Courses On Offer
Please find attached a flyer for information about digital safety sessions including social media, mobile security and online shopping on Saturday 28th July.
Amy Corcoran
Community and Online Engagement Officer - Youth and Children's Services | MYSPN Coordinator
Local News
An article from the Maroondah leader newspaper that appeared on local homelessess.
EACH Courses
Bring Up Great Kids Course
Please find attached details for a parent/carer program over 4 weeks that uses mindfulness and reflection to support parents with communication with their children.
Journeyman Program
EACH Youth and Family Services are very pleased to advertise that applications are OPEN! for our term 3 Journeyman program.
Journeyman is a is a fun, experience-based group program for young men aged 14-15 years of age. This group is designed for young men who might be struggling to build relationships and/or have a tendency to internalise difficult emotions. The program aims to help participants develop coping skills, enhance self-esteem and social confidence, as well as connect with activities that they enjoy.
Hungry 4 Success Program
Please find an opportunity below to support young people with mental health issues and / or mild ID to gain the skills and confidence they need to work in the hospitality industry. Places are limited and it starts on August 13 – more details below and on flyer