by Linda | 23, Jun 2020 | Aged care
This online event will tell you all about what help is out there for carers, and you will hear stories from real carers. To find out more or to register click here
The Carer Gateway delivers a full range of supports including:
• Counselling
• Coaching
• Peer support
• Emergency respite
• Carer-directed packages
This support is available for people providing unpaid care for older people, people with chronic illness, people with disability and people living with mental illness.
by susel | 23, Jun 2020 | COVID-19, Health and wellbeing (including Mental Health)
We were able to interview 31 incredible men who have shared tips and messages for help seeking, and staying mentally healthy for the Men’s Health Week launch video. I’ve uploaded a Men’s section on the OHC website with resources.
Please follow this link to the video.
by susel | 23, Jun 2020 | Employment opportunities, Families and children
The New School of Arts Neighbourhood House Inc. in South Grafton is looking for a highly motivated, community-minded professional to join our team. Please read the attached file for more details. OHC Project Officer role 11062020
by susel | 23, Jun 2020 | COVID-19, Families and children
New report shows women with caring responsibilities at greater risk of poverty before COVID-19.
Please follow this link to the media release
by susel | 23, Jun 2020 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, Research reports and information
The Equal Time e-newsletter May issue is now available!
Please follow this link to view.
by Linda | 23, Jun 2020 | Aged care, COVID-19
If you’re supporting somebody with mental health issues, Head to Health provides links to trusted Australian online and phone supports, resources and treatment options, including Covid19 support.
Click here to get started and see what’s available.
by Linda | 23, Jun 2020 | Aged care
CEPAR Cross Nodal Seminar Series Monday 29 June 2020 11am
The contribution of health-related behaviours and psychosocial factors to socioeconomic inequalities in mortality among older Australian men
RSVP to Amy Brushwood [email protected] by Thursday 25 June. A Microsoft Teams Link will be provided to those who have responded on Friday 26 June.
If you would like more information about the seminar please email [email protected]
by Linda | 23, Jun 2020 | Aged care
Service Co-ordinator position available at Subee Newlake Aged Care on the Mid North Coast.
Permanent Part-Time Position (30 hours per week) based in Coffs Harbour
More information available here
by Linda | 23, Jun 2020 | Aged care
Tech Savvy Seniors NSW is a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. It is part of the NSW Ageing Strategy. The partnership helps seniors who want to understand and use technology for social connection and day to day living. Find out how many ways you can connect with the world without leaving home. You can check out a range of easy to follow online self-teach videos about how to use mobile phones & computers safely by clicking here
by susel | 23, Jun 2020 | Families and children, Young people
Love Bites is a respectful relationships education program that focuses on the development of respectful relationships and violence prevention for 15-17 year olds.
The full list of dates are:
23 – 24 July: Tweed Heads
27 – 28 July: Lismore/Goonellabah
29 Jul: Refresher training (for existing facilitators) Coffs Harbour
30 – 31 July: Coffs Harbour session 1
3 – 4 Aug: Coffs Harbour session 2
6 – 7 Aug: Kempsey
10 – 11 Aug: Port Macquarie
12 – 13 Aug: Taree
Please follow this link for enrolment details.
