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VILLA MARIA
Disability, Aged Care & Education
Date: 1st and 3rd Monday of each monthTime: 10am to 12 Noon
Venue: See flyer for details
Summary:
Villa Maria is offering a walking group for carers of people in the Eastern Region who are frail aged, have dementia, acquired brain injury or mental illness. The walks will take place every second Monday in the Monash area. The group will get together at a local café for a cuppa following the walk. Please call Villa Maria access and Information on 1300 650 615 for bookings.
Website:
www.villamaria.com.au
Villa Maria is offering a walking group for carers of people in the Eastern Region who are frail aged, have dementia, acquired brain injury or mental illness. The walks will take place every second Monday in the Monash area. The group will get together at a local café for a cuppa following the walk. Please call Villa Maria access and Information on 1300 650 615 for bookings.
Carers Victoria Mingle Event - 27 August, 2011 @ Melbourne
RSVP by Friday 13 August
Date: Saturday 27 August, 2011Time: 10.30 am registration, 11.00 am to 1.30 pm
Venue: Melbourne Town Hall, Corner Swanston and Collins Streets, Melbourne
Summary:
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 13 August
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 13 August
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Carers Victoria Mingle Event - 28 July, 2011 @ Frankston
RSVP by Friday 8 July
Date: Thursday 28 July, 2011Time: 10.30 am registration, 11.00 am to 1.30 pm
Venue: Frankston RSL, 183 Cranbourne Road, Frankston
Summary:
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 8 July
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 8 July
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Carers Victoria Mingle Event - 4 August, 2011 @ Ballarat
RSVP by Friday 15 July
Date: Thursday 4 August, 2011Time: 10.30 am registration, 11.00 am to 1.30 pm
Venue: Buninyong Golf Club, 613 Learmonth Street, Buninyong
Summary:
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 15 July
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 15 July
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Carers Victoria Mingle Event - 14 July, 2011 @ Shepparton
RSVP by Friday 24 June
Date: Thursday night 14 July, 2011Time: 5.00 pm registration, 5.30 pm to 8.00 pm
Venue: Country Comfort, 481 Wyndham St, Shepparton
Summary:
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 24 June
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 24 June
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Carers Victoria Mingle Event - 10 August, 2011 @ Bairnsdale
RSVP by Friday 22 July
Date: Wednesday 10 August, 2011Time: 10.30 am registration, 11.00 am to 1.30 pm
Venue: Bairnsdale RSL, 2 Forge Creek Rd, Bairnsdale
Summary:
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 22 July
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
Mingle 2011 is here!
The Carers Victoria’s Mingle events 2011 are special, free events in celebration and recognition of caring families. They combine light entertainment with the opportunity for carers to meet other carers, Carers Victoria staff and Board members, and other service providers while having some time out from caring and enjoying a light luncheon together.
Mingle 2011 will be a festival of feeling good, celebrating good health, good friends and good times!
This year, we will be entertained by Carer’s Victoria’s Mingle All-stars, who will amuse us with games and activities and share tips and tricks for looking after yourself. The Mingle All-stars believe that every carer survival kit should include a sense of humor.
RSVP by Friday 22 July
Reserve your spot!
Places are limited so book early!
Call (03) 9396 9561 or email events@carersvictoria.org.au
*Please RSVP for one event only*
PATS Course
(Paying Attention to Self)
Date: Starting on Saturday 30 July 2011Time: 10.00am - 2.30pm
Venue: Cheltenham
Summary:
‘PATS’ COURSE
starting on Saturday 30 July 2011
(Paying Attention to Self)
Any young people aged 12-16 years old who has someone in their household with mental illness will find this really useful.
Enrol now. Spaces limited.
This free course is to be held over 3 Saturdays from 10.00am - 2.30pm in Cheltenham.
This course provides young people with skills to manage their own mental health,
knowledge about mental illness and mental health resources for themselves and their family members, resilience for the future and peer support, all in a fun and safe environment.
For more information please call Heather on 9093 5977 or email hgeerts@lantern.org.au
‘PATS’ COURSE
starting on Saturday 30 July 2011
(Paying Attention to Self)
Any young people aged 12-16 years old who has someone in their household with mental illness will find this really useful.
Enrol now. Spaces limited.
This free course is to be held over 3 Saturdays from 10.00am - 2.30pm in Cheltenham.
This course provides young people with skills to manage their own mental health,
knowledge about mental illness and mental health resources for themselves and their family members, resilience for the future and peer support, all in a fun and safe environment.
For more information please call Heather on 9093 5977 or email hgeerts@lantern.org.au
Managing Stress Mindfully
Want to feel more focused? Want to feel less stressed?
Date: 6 week course will run Wednesday July 20th, July 27th, August 3rd,10th,17th & 24thTime: 6.00 till 7.15 p.m
Venue: Resource Centre, 3 Stanley Avenue Cheltenham
Summary:
Dr Craig Hassed presents: “Managing Stress Mindfully”
We all experience stress. The practice of mindfulness can be used to manage stress and enhance physical and psychological wellbeing and productivity.
Dr Craig Hassed, Senior Lecturer, Department of General Practice, Monash University and Mindfulness expert presents his popular course that will teach you how to manage your stress mindfully.
This six week course will run Wednesday July 20th, July 27th, Wednesday August 3rd,10th,17th & 24th.
Time: 6.00 till 7.15 p.m.
Location: Resource Centre, 3 Stanley Avenue Cheltenham.
Cost $280.00 (including book & Cd) Concession $250.00
Places always fill fast so book early!
Full payment is required to secure booking.
Phone: 9093 5977 to book
Dr Craig Hassed presents: “Managing Stress Mindfully”
We all experience stress. The practice of mindfulness can be used to manage stress and enhance physical and psychological wellbeing and productivity.
Dr Craig Hassed, Senior Lecturer, Department of General Practice, Monash University and Mindfulness expert presents his popular course that will teach you how to manage your stress mindfully.
This six week course will run Wednesday July 20th, July 27th, Wednesday August 3rd,10th,17th & 24th.
Time: 6.00 till 7.15 p.m.
Location: Resource Centre, 3 Stanley Avenue Cheltenham.
Cost $280.00 (including book & Cd) Concession $250.00
Places always fill fast so book early!
Full payment is required to secure booking.
Phone: 9093 5977 to book
Karralyka Performance - Barry Crocker’s The Banjo Man
Date: Tuesday 27th SeptemberTime: 1.00pm - 3.30pm approx finish
Venue: Karralyka Centre, Mines Road – Ringwood East Mel: 50 – A6
Summary:
Karralyka Performance - Barry Crocker’s The Banjo Man
Morning tea included
When: Tuesday 27th September
Where: Karralyka Centre, Mines Road – Ringwood East Mel: 50 – A6
Time: 1.00pm - 3.30pm approx finish
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
Karralyka Performance - Barry Crocker’s The Banjo Man
Morning tea included
When: Tuesday 27th September
Where: Karralyka Centre, Mines Road – Ringwood East Mel: 50 – A6
Time: 1.00pm - 3.30pm approx finish
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
Karralyka Performance - Australian Army Band
Date: Tuesday 23rd AugustTime: 10.00am - 12.30 aprox finish
Venue: Karralyka Centre, Mines Road Ringwood East Mel: 50 – A6
Summary:
Karralyka Performance - Australian Army Band
Morning tea included
When: Tuesday 23rd August
Where: Karralyka Centre, Mines Road Ringwood East Mel: 50 – A6
Time: 10.00am - 12.30 aprox finish
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
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Karralyka Performance - Australian Army Band
Morning tea included
When: Tuesday 23rd August
Where: Karralyka Centre, Mines Road Ringwood East Mel: 50 – A6
Time: 10.00am - 12.30 aprox finish
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
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Phantom of the Opera - ‘Love Never Dies’
Date: Wednesday 24th AugustTime: 12.30pm arrival show commences 1.00pm approx finish 3.00pm
Venue: The Regent Theatre 191 Collins St Melbourne (nearest Train station is Flinders St)
Summary:
Phantom of the Opera - ‘Love Never Dies’
The much anticipated sequel to Andrew Lloyd Webbers’s Phantom of the Opera has arrived in Melbourne. A limited number of A reserve seats are available so be quick!
When: Wednesday 24th August
Where: The Regent Theatre 191 Collins St Melbourne (nearest Train station is Flinders St)
Time: 12.30pm arrival show commences 1.00pm approx finish 3.00pm
Cost: $10
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
Phantom of the Opera - ‘Love Never Dies’
The much anticipated sequel to Andrew Lloyd Webbers’s Phantom of the Opera has arrived in Melbourne. A limited number of A reserve seats are available so be quick!
When: Wednesday 24th August
Where: The Regent Theatre 191 Collins St Melbourne (nearest Train station is Flinders St)
Time: 12.30pm arrival show commences 1.00pm approx finish 3.00pm
Cost: $10
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
National Stroke Week Wellness Day
Date: Wednesday 14th SeptemberTime: 10.30am – 1.00pm
Venue: Karwarra Australian Plant Garden, Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Kalorama Reserve. Mel 120 B9
Summary:
If you care for someone that has experienced a stroke or other form of acquired brain injury please join us and Brain Link for a brief presentation on services available to carers followed by a Tai Chi session and a delicious lunch surrounded by the beauty of the Australian native gardens.
When: Wednesday 14th September
Where: Karwarra Australian Plant Garden Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd Kalorama Reserve Mel 120 B9
Time: 10.30am – 1.00pm
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
If you care for someone that has experienced a stroke or other form of acquired brain injury please join us and Brain Link for a brief presentation on services available to carers followed by a Tai Chi session and a delicious lunch surrounded by the beauty of the Australian native gardens.
When: Wednesday 14th September
Where: Karwarra Australian Plant Garden Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd Kalorama Reserve Mel 120 B9
Time: 10.30am – 1.00pm
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
World Alzheimer’s Day Breakfast
Date: Wednesday 21st SeptemberTime: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Venue: Jells Park Conference Room, Cnr Jells Rd and Waverley Rd, Wheelers Hill
Summary:
World Alzheimer’s Day Breakfast
If you care for someone with dementia please join Villa Maria along with Alzheimer’s VIC and Carers VIC for a presentation on services available for carers over a delicious cooked full English breakfast/brunch overlooking the beautiful Jells Park.
When: Wednesday 21st September
Where: Jells Park conference room Cnr Jells Rd and Waverley Rd Wheelers Hill
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
World Alzheimer’s Day Breakfast
If you care for someone with dementia please join Villa Maria along with Alzheimer’s VIC and Carers VIC for a presentation on services available for carers over a delicious cooked full English breakfast/brunch overlooking the beautiful Jells Park.
When: Wednesday 21st September
Where: Jells Park conference room Cnr Jells Rd and Waverley Rd Wheelers Hill
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Cost: $5
If you care for someone in the Eastern Region who is frail aged, has dementia, acquired brain injury or mental health issues you are welcome to join us for the included events and activities.
Transport not provided.
Bookings Essential. For bookings and respite information call Villa Maria Carer Access Ph: 1300 650 615
Carers Coping Skills Workshop
Date: Tuesday 16th AugustTime: 7pm—10pm
Venue: ARAFEMI’s Head Office, Ground Floor 270 Auburn Road Hawthorn
Summary:
Carers Coping Skills Workshop
This workshop aims to assist carers to explore issues in supporting someone with a mental health issue. Carers will develop self-care skills and feel more confident in communicating in difficult situations. The course also provides assistance with planning, treatment and recovery pathways.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Seminars/Workshops: $5.00 and are facilitated from ARAFEMI’s head office, Ground Floor 270 Auburn Road Hawthorn.
Booking Form: http://www.arafemi.org.au/family-support/carer-education.html
For further information or to book please contact the Carer Helpline
1300 550 265 or e-mail volunteers@arafemi.org.au
Website:
Booking Form
Carers Coping Skills Workshop
This workshop aims to assist carers to explore issues in supporting someone with a mental health issue. Carers will develop self-care skills and feel more confident in communicating in difficult situations. The course also provides assistance with planning, treatment and recovery pathways.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Seminars/Workshops: $5.00 and are facilitated from ARAFEMI’s head office, Ground Floor 270 Auburn Road Hawthorn.
Booking Form: http://www.arafemi.org.au/family-support/carer-education.html
For further information or to book please contact the Carer Helpline
1300 550 265 or e-mail volunteers@arafemi.org.au
Understanding & Managing Eating Disorders in Schools (1st half of the day)
Date: Thursday 18th August, 2011Time: 10.00am – 1:00pm
Venue: Holmesglen Conference Centre in Chadstone
Summary:
Cost: $66 (inc GST)
For more information please contact Eating Disorders Helpline on 1300 550 236
Cost: $66 (inc GST)
For more information please contact Eating Disorders Helpline on 1300 550 236
Preventing Eating Disorders and Promoting Positive Body Image in Schools: A Whole School Approach (2nd half of the day)
Date: Thursday 18th August, 2011Time: 2.00 – 5.00PM
Venue: Holmesglen Conference Centre in Chadstone
Summary:
Cost: $66 (inc GST)
For more information please contact Eating Disorders Helpline on 1300 550 236.
Cost: $66 (inc GST)
For more information please contact Eating Disorders Helpline on 1300 550 236.
Finding Hope
Date: Saturday 20th AugustTime: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Venue: Ballarat Community Centre, Cnr Queen St & Dyte Pde, Ballarat
Summary:
Eating Disorders Victoria’s Finding Hope is a special, day-long version of the skills-based learning program Building Hope for parents, siblings (15 years and over), partners, other family members and friends of a loved one with an eating disorder.
The program aims to assist you to:
• Learn more about eating disorders and how they are maintained
• Manage your personal reactions to the eating disorder
• Understand how to provide a supportive and positive environment
• Build vital skills for supporting your loved one through the recovery process
• Meet and share experiences with other carers who have similar concerns
Cost includes handouts and a complimentary EDV membership for 1 year, tea and coffee. BYO Lunch.
For more information please contact Jo Macreadie on 03 9885 6563 or email jo.macreadie@eatingdisorders.org.au
Website:
Finding Hope August
Eating Disorders Victoria’s Finding Hope is a special, day-long version of the skills-based learning program Building Hope for parents, siblings (15 years and over), partners, other family members and friends of a loved one with an eating disorder.
The program aims to assist you to:
• Learn more about eating disorders and how they are maintained
• Manage your personal reactions to the eating disorder
• Understand how to provide a supportive and positive environment
• Build vital skills for supporting your loved one through the recovery process
• Meet and share experiences with other carers who have similar concerns
Cost includes handouts and a complimentary EDV membership for 1 year, tea and coffee. BYO Lunch.
For more information please contact Jo Macreadie on 03 9885 6563 or email jo.macreadie@eatingdisorders.org.au
Finding Hope
Date: Sat 10th SeptemberTime: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Venue: North Shepparton Community & Learning Centre, 10-14 Parkside Drive, Shepparton
Summary:
Finding Hope
Eating Disorders Victoria’s Finding Hope is a special, day-long version of the skills-based learning program Building Hope for parents, siblings (15 years and over), partners, other family members and friends of a loved one with an eating disorder.
The program aims to assist you to:
• Learn more about eating disorders and how they are maintained
• Manage your personal reactions to the eating disorder
• Understand how to provide a supportive and positive environment
• Build vital skills for supporting your loved one through the recovery process
• Meet and share experiences with other carers who have similar concerns
Cost includes handouts and a complimentary EDV membership for 1 year, tea and coffee. BYO Lunch.
For more information please contact Jo Macreadie on 03 9885 6563 or email jo.macreadie@eatingdisorders.org.au
Website:
Finding Hope September
Finding Hope
Eating Disorders Victoria’s Finding Hope is a special, day-long version of the skills-based learning program Building Hope for parents, siblings (15 years and over), partners, other family members and friends of a loved one with an eating disorder.
The program aims to assist you to:
• Learn more about eating disorders and how they are maintained
• Manage your personal reactions to the eating disorder
• Understand how to provide a supportive and positive environment
• Build vital skills for supporting your loved one through the recovery process
• Meet and share experiences with other carers who have similar concerns
Cost includes handouts and a complimentary EDV membership for 1 year, tea and coffee. BYO Lunch.
For more information please contact Jo Macreadie on 03 9885 6563 or email jo.macreadie@eatingdisorders.org.au
Treating The Victims of School Bullying
A Workshop for Mental Health Professionals and Teachers
Date: Friday, 12th August 2011Time: 9.00am to 5.00pm (8.30am registration)
Venue: Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre (Acacia Room), Corner Bell Street and St. Georges Road, Preston VIC
Summary:
Presented by "EVELYN FIELD, PSYCHOLOGIST AND AUTHOR"
This is an Australian Psychological Society (APS) Endorsed Activity with 7 CPD Hours
This workshop will be invaluable for:
Mental health professionals such as Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Teachers and other School Personnel, Counsellors, Social Workers and anyone who works with children and adolescents.
About the Presenters:
Evelyn Field is a practising psychologist, professional speaker, an APS Fellow and a member of the APS College of Counselling Psychologists, recognised for her expertise in working with young people and adults who have been bullied or victimised.
Evelyn has developed a simple six-step model to help them deal with the consequences of bullying and acquire techniques to protect themselves for the future. She is the author of two bestselling books, Bully Busting and Bully Blocking (2007) now in five languages. Her next Book Bully Blocking at Work was released in March by AustralianAcademicPress.
She specialises in understanding school and workplace bullying and helping those affected by it as well as encouraging organizations to respect their students/employees and the latter to develop resilience in dealing with difficult people. The core of her work is her social survival skills model.
Evelyn is based in Victoria.
This workshop will be available to 50 participants ONLY.
If you would like to take part in the program we would encourage you to book early!
Bookings close Tuesday 2nd August 2011
COST: $295 Early Bird Price (payment must be received by Friday 22nd July, 2011)
$295 ADAVIC members
$330 non-members
Website:
Click here to make a booking
Presented by "EVELYN FIELD, PSYCHOLOGIST AND AUTHOR"
This is an Australian Psychological Society (APS) Endorsed Activity with 7 CPD Hours
This workshop will be invaluable for:
Mental health professionals such as Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Teachers and other School Personnel, Counsellors, Social Workers and anyone who works with children and adolescents.
About the Presenters:
Evelyn Field is a practising psychologist, professional speaker, an APS Fellow and a member of the APS College of Counselling Psychologists, recognised for her expertise in working with young people and adults who have been bullied or victimised.
Evelyn has developed a simple six-step model to help them deal with the consequences of bullying and acquire techniques to protect themselves for the future. She is the author of two bestselling books, Bully Busting and Bully Blocking (2007) now in five languages. Her next Book Bully Blocking at Work was released in March by AustralianAcademicPress.
She specialises in understanding school and workplace bullying and helping those affected by it as well as encouraging organizations to respect their students/employees and the latter to develop resilience in dealing with difficult people. The core of her work is her social survival skills model.
Evelyn is based in Victoria.
This workshop will be available to 50 participants ONLY.
If you would like to take part in the program we would encourage you to book early!
Bookings close Tuesday 2nd August 2011
COST: $295 Early Bird Price (payment must be received by Friday 22nd July, 2011)
$295 ADAVIC members
$330 non-members
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