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NEW GATEWAY TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Grampians Medicare Local (GML) has developed a new mental health navigation tool which is now available on their website. GPs, health and welfare providers and the community are now able to search for mental health services by location and need.
Counselling Connect and Kids Connect are the new names for GML funded counselling services. The new names bring most of Grampians Medicare Local’s mental health referral options under one name and reduce the stigma associated with “mental health”.
Medicare Locals are transitioning to Primary Health Networks. No matter what the outcome for the Grampians region, the Counselling Connect brand provides a seamless transition for people in our region needing mental health early intervention and timely counselling support. GML encourages health and welfare providers to become familiar with the gateway and provide them with feedback via their website. Improvements will continue to be made based on your feedback.
STUDY ON YARRIAMBIACK AGED
A La Trobe University-backed survey in the Yarriambiack Shire is studying the impact of community and support services on the wellness of its older people. The ASPIRE study is exploring the services and supports that enable older people to age well in their rural community. La Trobe research fellow Dr Rachel Winterton who is heading the investigation, said there was currently no large Australian study that examined the issues that promoted and maintained wellness among older people in rural locations.
Information is being sought on the types of services and support that older people use and value. This is includes community groups that they might be involved in; retail stores and businesses available to them; what sporting and recreational opportunities they have as well as health services used.
They are looking for people who are 65 or older and living in the Yarriambiack Shire to participate in a 30-minute telephone questionnaire. Anyone wanting to be involved in this important study can contact the project manager Turi Berg on (02) 6024 9778 or email [email protected]
The study has university ethics approval and is conducted in partnership with the Victorian Department of Health, University of Queensland, the Queensland Government, South West Hospital and Health Service, UnitingCare Queensland and Canada’s University of Alberta.
Dr Rachel Winterton, left, and Turi Berg, right, explain the study
to Dawn McDonald of Warracknabeal. Dawn is turning 90 soon.
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PATHWAYS TO HARROW
Pathways to Harrow again delighted an audience of over 200 people with the amazing stories of five women from our community. Pauline Kelly, Merna Zwar, Christine McCall, Anne Penny and Mareeta Cox all shared their life journeys, with the feedback from the day all positive with some comments being- “Rural Women’s Day with a touch of class”, “Fantastic Day”, Wonderful Day, looking forward to 2015”, “Lovely town, great stories, great day”, “Excellent community day” “Excellent speakers, Excellent food, Great day” .
If you would like to purchase a booklet or the film that was made and presented to the 23rd IAVE International Volunteers conference please contact the Harrow Bush
Nursing Centre on 5588 2000.
HEALTHY STEPS BY WALKING TO WORK
Goolum Goolum Aboriginal Co-operative are getting behind Diabetes Australia Walk to Work Day on November 14 to help raise awareness of reducing the risk of diabetes.
More than 20 staff and volunteers will show their support by walking together on a designated route before enjoying a morning tea at its Horsham site. Walk to Work Day also co-incides with World Diabetes Day. Walk to Work Day has partnered with Diabetes Australia to raise awareness of walking to reduce diabetes risk, together with healthy eating and exercise.
For more information, visit www.walk.com.au
IN MEMORY OF ABC OPEN ONLINE PROJECT
This project celebrates the lives of people who died in 2014. As one year finishes and another begins, it’s time to remember the people in our lives that have died in 2014 and pay tribute to them.
Contribute a photo and short story about your loved one. The story only has to be 300 words or less.
Can you find a photo of the person who has died that reminds you of a story from their life? It could be a photograph of a moment you shared together. In your story, you might like to think about where you were, what you were doing, the smells, the sounds, the words spoken and how that made you feel. Or the photograph might be of a time where you weren't there but it still brings back memories. Perhaps it reminds you of their funny laugh or their daring adventures.
Lives are made up of thousands of little moments. Don't feel you need to write a list of achievements. Choose one of those moments to write about - it could be your favourite memory or the one that makes you laugh. Please don't be offend if we edit your contribution before publishing, to make it suitable for publishing across different mediums.
Submit your photos and stories here.
2014 Pathways participants: Anne Penny, Chris McCall, Pauline Kelly,
Merna Zwar and Mareeta Cox.
from left, Brian Harrison, Deanne King, Wally Coleman, Jandamurra Lauricella, Brady King, Aunty Hazel McDonald and Robin Lauricella
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SPECIAL: For the month of November, when you buy 2 of Lynton’s calendars, mention you saw the add in the PCP newsletter and receive a $5 discount – so 2 x calendars for $55 instead of $60
VICTORIAN POPULATION HEALTH SURVEY 2010 – GRAMPIANS REGION
The Department of Health has released a Grampians Region snapshot which summarises data from the most recent Victoria Population Health survey. Information is presented on smoking, obesity, nutrition, physical activity, alcohol consumption and psychological distress.
To access a copy click here.
FIRST CONTACT DOCUMENTARY
First Contact is a landmark documentary series that will shine a light on this deep divide by taking a group of six non-Indigenous people, from different walks of life and with strong and varied opinions, and immersing them into Aboriginal Australia for the first time.
Premieres 8.30pm Tuesday 18 November SBS ONE & NITV. Continues Wednesday 19 November and Thursday 20th November 8.30pm. Repeat 9.30pm Tuesday 18 November, Wednesday 19 November & Thursday 20 November on SBS 2.
To watch a preview click here.
2014 VICTORIAN STATE ELECTION EASYVOTE GUIDE
Don’t forget that the Victorian State election will be held on Saturday 29 November 2014. Voting will take place between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm. The location of the voting centre nearest to your home or your intended location on election day is available by calling 131 832 for operator assistance.
For information on Voting by post, Electronically Assisted Voting, Accessibility supercentres, If you’re going to be away interstate or overseas? Braille ballot papers, Voting correctly visit http://www.vec.vic.gov.au/Voting/ or Call 131 832 to have an operator assist you.
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AFTER HOURS PROGRAM
Grampians Medicare Local and Ambulance Victoria are now trialling an integration of services to provide better after hours care. This new initiative means both organisations are working with Nurse on Call and afterhours GP helpline to ensure every caller in the after hours period receives the right care in the right place and time.
The trial assists patients who have been triaged by Ambulance Victoria as non emergency patients and do not require an ambulance. These patients will be given advice to enable them to stay home or will be recommended to see a GP if required. If the call is received in the after hours period, and the patient needs to see a GP, the call will be connected to the GML afterhours service to manage their care.
To read more click here.
AN UPDATE ON HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY – STAWELL
Primary health care professionals are invited to attend an update on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) at Stawell Regional Health. This is a GML event. The evening will be presented by Dr Iruka Kumarage, Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist from Specialists on Drummond and will cover key aspects of HRT.
There is no cost to attend and a meal is included. This activity has been accredited by the RACGP for 2 (Cat 2) points, as part of the RACGP QI and CPD Program in the 2014-2016 Triennium.
When: 13 November – 7:30pm Where: Stawell Regional Health
Registration and Information
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LOOKING AFTER NUMBER ONE: ART, HEALTH AND SUCCESSION PLANNING
Do you wish you had a better understanding of how to look after yourself, your arts practice and your arts organisation? If you haven't yet registered, we remind you of our Regional Cultural Forum in Kaniva in regional Victoria that will focus on how to put you and your arts practice first.
If you have already registered, we have updated the agenda below for your information, and we look forward to seeing you there!
At these Forums you will hear about the world of management and community engagement and learn various ways to think about succession planning that could assist with ensuring the continuing future of your arts group. Regional Arts Victoria staff members along with local artists and organisations will be there to help guide the way through the sessions.
By the end of the day you will have: Gained great tips about how to better look after yourself, your arts practice and your arts organisation Had the opportunity to hear from regional arts groups about how their organisations have grown and why Gained knowledge about how to better understand and work with your arts group Received practical knowledge about maintaining a healthy work life balance Had the opportunity to network and meet artists and arts workers from around your area
These sessions are FREE and the details of each are below:
When: Friday 28 November, 2014 from 10:00am to 6:00pm Venue: Kaniva Shire Hall, Baker Street, Kaniva
Speakers include Amanda Munn, West Wimmera Shire Council Marion Matthews, GrampiansArts Dave Jones, Artist Annett Creek, Nhill Neighbourhood House Philip Yew, Wimmera Uniting Care Joe Toohey, Regional Arts Victoria Liz Zito, Regional Arts Victoria Esther Anatolitis, Regional Arts Victoria
More Kaniva speakers to be announced soon.
RSVP: Places are limited so please RSVP by Monday 24 November to [email protected] or phone: (03) 96441813 (Please advise us of any dietary requirements)
THE WESTERN VICTORIAN CAREERS EXPO
The Western Victorian Careers Expo has been applauded as a premier regional careers event comparable to major careers expo’s held in Melbourne and Adelaide. If you are looking to recruit, inform and inspire our future workforce, this is an event not to be missed.
People are invited to express their interest for next year’s careers expo. For further information contact Pauline Barnes, Careers Expo Project Officer, [email protected] - 0429 870 508.
COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS THIS SUNDAY
Haven Precinct Plan Community Workshop
Sunday 16 November from 10am - 12pm at Haven Hall with BBQ to follow This workshop is open to all that use or would like to use the community facilities at Haven.
Laharum Precinct Plan Community Workshop Sunday 16 November from 2-4pm at Cameron Oval This workshop is open to all that use or would like to use the community facilities in the Laharum area.
Contact Martin Bride on 5382 9759 or email [email protected] for more information.
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Brendan Stemp will
show “Practically
Natural” work chosen
because the pieces
are practical or
functional
(Salt/Pepper Grinders, Bowls, etc.) but have been made using natural objects (timber, gumnuts, leaves, sticks, etc.)
KELLY AUTY’S WILD WOMEN SHOW
You can catch Kelly Auty’s Wild Women Show on Sunday November 16th commencing at 5:00pm at the Stawell Entertainment Centre. Tickets are available at the Stawell Library (03)5358 1274 at the bargain price of $20 for adults with students 16 years and under accompanied by a paying adult admitted free. Alternatively tickets may be purchased on the day at the door for $25. Please arrive at least fifteen minutes before the start time.
BYO drink and nibbles plus coffee/tea and homemade cake will be available for purchase.
The Wild Women Show is an impeccably researched cascade through your musical memories, transporting you back in time. It opens windows onto the lives, music and fashion times of some of the greatest female singers of the 20th century. It is rich with songs and stories in a powerful and lively costumed show. Wild Women features the music of Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, Josephine Baker, Edith Piaf, Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Patsy Cline, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner and Janis Joplin. These women were writers, musicians, painters, wives, mothers and activists who left a brilliant legacy. The show follows their footsteps and celebrates their lives.
HALLS GAP CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT-UP NIGHT & TWILIGHT CINEMA SCREENING - ‘THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL’
Friday 5th December at Stoney Creek, Halls Gap BYO chairs (Bean Bags available $5) - 6.00pm Free BBQ & Children’s Christmas Games 7.00pm Carols and Face Painting 7.30pm Santa arrives for Photo Booth 8.30pm Christmas Tree Light Up 9.00pm Twilight Cinema Begins
Come get your photo taken with Santa Claus in the photo booth, enjoy some fun Christmas activities, and have a great night out to get you into the Christmas spirit. For more information, please contact Carly Garonne on (03) 5358 8700.
STAWELL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT-UP NIGHT & TWILIGHT CINEMA SCREENING - ‘HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS’
Friday 27th November at Stawell, outside Town Hall BYO: CHAIRS (Bean Bags available $5) - 6.00pm Free BBQ & Children’s Christmas Games 7.00pm Carols and Face Painting 7.30pm Santa arrives for Photo Booth 8.30pm Christmas Tree Light Up 9.00pm Twilight Cinema Begins
Come get your photo taken with Santa Claus in the photo booth, enjoy some fun Christmas activities, and have a great night out to get you into the Christmas spirit. For more information, please contact Carly Garonne on (03) 5358 8700.
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Come along and help the Great Western Hall Committee and Progress Association celebrate the re-opening of the Great Western Hall after extensive flood recovery renovations.
Great Western Hall - Main Street, Great Western Saturday 15th November 2014 Opening ceremony to commence at 6.00pm - Live show commences at 7.30pm - Entry - $40pp
Ticket includes pre show light meal and post show supper Wine & Beer available at bar prices. Bar open pre & post show Tickets available online at www.trybooking.com/FZJN & at The Great Western Garage – Ph: 5356 2204
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR ICE PREVENTION GRANTS
Community organisations and local councils are invited to apply for up to $100,000 in total for a maximum of three years to support local community partnership activities that take a preventative approach to the use of ice and other illicit drugs in local communities.
Prevention activities may involve community-level or more targeted approaches that include but are not limited to:
education and awareness initiatives targeting groups within the population at higher risk of using ice or illicit drugs and linking these groups to broader campaigns and resources
activities that build individual, family and community resilience to reduce risk factors and increase protective factors that influence lower rates of drug use.
Stage 1: Expressions of Interest - Applicants have until 13 February 2015 to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) Stage 2: Full Proposal - Short listed applicants will be invited to provide a full proposal at Stage 2. Up to $2,500 (GST exclusive) may be allocated from the program funds to each short listed applicant to assist them to develop the full proposal.
More information can be sourced from the department's Community Crime Prevention Unit
DO YOU NEED TO LEARN SUICIDE FIRST AID?
Most people thinking about suicide signal their pain and intentions – they offer us opportunities to respond. Suicide first aid learned in ASIST can help all of us see, hear and respond to these signals. It prepares us to work with and help persons at risk to increase their immediate safety and to get further assistance and support.
Lifeline Ballarat is proud to offer ASIST training to all members of the community: people concerned about family or friends; counsellors, teachers and ministers; workers in health, welfare or justice; community volunteers; emergency service workers. ASIST is an internationally recognised, two day intensive, interactive course which is applicable to everyday situations with family, friends, clients, co-workers or teammates, and in professional, personal or volunteering roles.
Where: Queen St State School Cnr Queen St & Dytes Parade Ballarat When: Tuesday 18th & Wednesday 19th November 2014 from 9.00am – 5.00pm Cost: $280 (includes GST + a tune-up session 6 months after this training; all materials, lunch and refreshments) Info & RSVP: Kellie Dunn, Lifeline Manager & Trainer 5322 4951 or 0402 789 672, [email protected] or Anne Watson, Get Mental Health & Wellbeing Manager & Trainer 5364 2977 or 0419 755 780, [email protected]
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Lifeline is providing free accredited trainings called DV-alert or (Domestic Violence Response Training) across all states and territories in Australia. DV-alert is a nationally-run accredited training that provides skills to recognise signs of domestic and family violence, respond with appropriate care and refer to the best possible support services.
When: Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd of December, Registration 8.45am & training days are 9 am to 5 pm Where: Queen St State School, Cnr of Queen St & Dytes Parade, Ballarat Cost: FREE - Lifeline will cover reasonable costs of participants requiring travel, accommodation and staff backfill to attend the course.
All health, allied health and frontline or community support workers. What are the benefits of the training:
Receive a Statement of Attainment for the unit CHCDFV301A: Recognise and Respond Appropriately to Domestic and Family Violence
Receive professional development points, i.e. Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) and Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Have an opportunity to network with other support workers within the practice and the community
Receive tools and references for domestic and family violence support and referral
Register at www.dvalert.org.au Only online registrations are accepted. For enquiries: Call Kellie on 5322 4951 or email [email protected]
New items have been added to the Primary Health News for October 2014
2014 Minister for Health General Practice Awards
2014 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards
2014 eLearning Excellent Awards - Finalists: Service Coordination and SCTT eLearning module
Primary Health Networks - Announcement of boundaries
Department of Health Loddon Mallee Prevention Conference
Services Connect Partnerships
Identifying and Managing Pain in Older Adults - Half Day Seminar
Get Physical: Keeping Older People Moving - 1 Day Workshop
Oral Health in Refugees and Asylum Seekers - Symposium
Foundation House - Course for Incidental Counsellors
5 Day Health Promotion Course
PLANTING IN DECEMBER
Basil Beans Beetroot Capsicum Carrot
Celeriac Celery Chilli Peppers Chives Cucumber
Eggplant Leeks Lettuce Oregano Parsley
Pumpkin Radish Rockmelon Sage Silverbeet
Squash Sunflower Sweetcorn Tomato Turnip
Watermelon Zucchini
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AUSSIE KIDS ARE INACTIVE KIDS (AND THEIR PARENTS AREN’T MUCH BETTER)
The release of the National Heart Foundation of Australia’s Blueprint for Active Australia is a call to all Australian governments to implement our 13-point plan to get the nation moving. The evidence demands that Australia acts quickly to increase physical activity levels. Sedentary behaviour and inadequate physical activity are hazardous to human health.
Children are particularly at risk. The evidence shows an alarming trend, that eight in 10 Australian children do not meet the national guidelines of 60 minutes of physical activity per day.
To read more click here.
