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October 2020
Yoga @ Rosny Library
We all have a role to play to find ways to support our own mental health and the mental health of our families and friends. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress and reduce tension. It provides a much needed moment to slow down, breathe and reflect on our day. BYO Yoga Mat. If you have any questions or accessibility requirements, please contact us at rosny.library@education.tas.gov.au or 6165 6448 As this program is currently modified to meet public gathering…
Find out more »Trends in mental health
The Society for Mental Health Research (SMHR) would like to invite you to join us during Mental Health Week 2020 to learn more about mental health research in Australia. Chair: Dr Leanne Beagley (CEO Mental Health Australia) Opening presentation: Ms Christine Morgan (CEO of the National Mental Health Commission and National Suicide Prevention Adviser to Prime Minister Scott Morrison) Presentations by: Prof Maree Teesson AC - #youngminds trends in mental health, drugs and alcohol Prof John McGrath AM - Update…
Find out more »Artworks of Hope – Hobart
During Mental Health Week, Wellways will be hosting art workshops for community members. “Artworks of Hope” aims to support individuals to create mixed-media art pieces based around messages of hope. The theme for Mental Health Week 2020 is “We all have a role to play” and in creating hopeful artwork, we all contribute to a brighter and more mentally healthy community. These artworks will form part of a larger-scale art project of positive messages, to raise awareness of mental health…
Find out more »Forest Therapy Walk
Join us for a guided forest walk and immerse in your surroundings with all of your senses. Activities include stretching, mindfulness and a tea ceremony. Shinrin Yoku/ Forest Therapy originated in Japan as a public health practice. Learn how nature connections can help us to alleviate stress, improve mental health and benefit immune function.Suitable for: Ages 15 up but under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, mobility to walk up stairs. Bring: Warm clothing, sun protection, closed toe shoes,…
Find out more »KindaListening with Linda Allen
A structured safe space circle for sharing and practising listening. Strengthens connection, wellbeing and community. Confidential and with equal sharing. Your presence will be appreciated.
Find out more »Discrimination: Exploring Women’s Mental Health Webinar & Q&A
Equal Opportunity Tasmania wishes to acknowledge Mental Health Week 2020 by hosting a webinar panel discussion and Q&A on Discrimination: Exploring Women's Mental Health. We will look at the impacts discrimination has on women's mental health from the following expert panel members: • Coorinna Burgess, Alcohol and Drug Worker, Aboriginal Health Service Hobart • Fiona Strahan, Project Coordinator, Disability Voices Tasmania • Lynn Jarvis, CEO, Working It Out Inc • Julie Martin, Operations Manager, Mental Health Council of Tasmania •…
Find out more »A Week of Wonderful Ideas – Fun Friday
A Week of Wonderful Ideas is a 30min online event from Monday to Friday to support mental wellbeing. Each day there is a different activity of wonderful ideas shared by participants and facilitated by TasPPL: Music Monday (share your favourite music) , Show and Tell Tuesday ( share your creative outlet), Walking Wednesday (join us on a virtual walk in your local area), Thinking Thursday (brainstorming ways to be grateful and show kindness), and Fun Friday (sharing things that are…
Find out more »Blue Penguin
Penguin's main tourist attraction is their Iconic Penguin in the Main Street. It said to be one of most photographed icons on the North West Coast. The Penguin will be dressed in a large BLUE CLOAK with logos for Beyond Blue and A Tasmanian Lifeline 1800 99 44 34 to promote Mental Health Week and World Mental Health Day, COVID-19 recovery, awareness for mental illness, suicide prevention and family violence. Includes a FREE Sausage Sizzle.
Find out more »Dog Walk – Mental Health Week – Somerset (Burnie)
Wellways will be celebrating our four legged friends and the support and unconditional love they bestow on us every day. The theme for Mental Health Week this year is "we all have a role to play" whether as a pet owner, a community member, a family member - we are always stronger together. Join us for a dog walk at 11:00am, followed by a BBQ. If you don't have a dog, come and enjoy a sausage sizzle and have a…
Find out more »Art from the Heart with Emma Belle Smallwood
Emma Belle, local artist, will provide beautiful images inspired by the Channel for you to colour while you have a chat and a cuppa. Work on your own or on a group picture. All materials provided.
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