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October 2023
Bee Aware, Bee-long and Bee Connected
The Tasman Voice for Health group will have a stall at with the inaugural peninsula Nubeena BEE FESTIVAL (7th October), as well as the Eaglehawk Neck Community (14th October). The stalls will be an opportunity to get connected with our brand-new local health and wellbeing directory (tasmanconnect.org.au). We also want to hear more about what locals do to maintain mental wellbeing. We also want to know what locals think we need to advocate for to improve mental wellbeing. We have…
Find out more »Cygnet Cares Picnic in the Park
A BYO Picnic in the Park or support the local Lions Club bbq. Circus workshop and outdoor games.
Find out more »The 2023 Tassie Mental Health Comedy Roadshow – Scottsdale
Three huge shows over three nights! This year we're visiting: Franklin, The Palais Theatre - Thursday Oct 5 Brighton, Pontville Memorial Hall - Friday Oct 6 Scottsdale, Mechanics' Institute Hall - Saturday Oct 7 - TICKETS ON THIS PAGE Time: show starts 7:30pm (doors open @ 7:00pm) Our last 5 years of the roadshow have been so much fun, with sold out shows and incredible performances. Our venues adhere to all current COVID-19 restrictions, capacity is capped, and to maintain…
Find out more »Pizza Garden
Join us in this beautiful garden setting for free pizza and music. Come together to connect with your community and contribute to a sense of belonging. This event is for the whole community, families young and old! Hosted by local young people, this is sure to be the first of many! (Walking ability required to access this space)
Find out more »Mental Health First Aid
$320
1 in 5 Australians are impacted by mental health issues every year. This Mental Health First Aid Course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and mental health professionals. The course will teach participants about the signs & symptoms of mental health literacy & teach the practical skills needed to support someone experiencing a mental health problem. On successful completion of course, participants will be recognised and receive certification…
Find out more »Care for Health Professionals this Mental Health Week
A free, online bite-sized lunch, connect and learn mini-series for healthcare workers this Mental Health Week. No cost, just bring your lunch, and enjoy: - some easy-to-digest learning - time for reflection - invitations to connect and - develop new skills to support your sustainable career. If you are unable to join us live, recordings will be available. Join us for a daily bite-sized session: • Monday: Why self care is not enough for healthcare workers • Tuesday: Through a…
Find out more »Poetry for the soul: Poetry reading event
Wellways Hobart is hosting a free poetry reading event during Mental Health Week for Tasmanians who identify as having lived experience of mental health challenges. If you are looking to read your poetry to a small crowd in a supportive and welcoming space, this is the opportunity for you. Invite your family and friends and listen to others share their writing.
Find out more »World Mental Health Awareness, Belonging, and Connection Day
Launceston Head to Health, in conjunction with Launceston Psychology Clinic, Healthy Mind Centre, and Anglicare, and supported by other service providers and community organisations, are going to hold a World Mental Health Awareness, Belonging, and Connection day on Tuesday the 10th of October, 2023, from 10am-2pm. This event will be held at Launceston Head to Health at 62-64 Canning St, Launceston. This event will have a focus on ‘mental health through the ages’, with the day being split up into…
Find out more »Art and Craft Exhibition
To celebrate Mental Health Week 2023 Anglicare Tasmania, Baptcare and Wellways have invited their mental health program practitioners and participants to display their art and craft at this exhibition. The theme is Belonging, Awareness and Connection and everyone is invited to attend this community event to see their work. There will be some free food including cheese platters and a sausage sizzle. Mental health practitioners will be available to offer information, advice and support.
Find out more »Hands on Healing
Join us for a relaxing morning tea and unwind with a 15-minute massage session with your choice of either a hands and arms massage or a head, neck and shoulders massage. Light refreshments will be available while you mingle with other community members and wait for the next available spot. All massages will be conducted by a qualified massage therapist from Mobile Therapy Tasmania. You will remain fully clothed and be seated in a massage chair. There are limited spaces…
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