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Carer Support Services provide✔ Information
✔ Respite
✔ Carer support
✔ Mental health carer support
✔ Disability respite coordination
✔ Volunteer co-ordination
✔ Aged care residential respite vacancy listing
✔ 24 hour contact number 1800 068 978
Our offices are located at:BENDIGO 37 Havlin Street East p. (03) 5454 7719
SWAN HILL 369 Campbell Street p. (03) 5036 1900
MILDURA 67 Pine Avenue p. (03) 5018 7301
CASTLEMAINE Cornish Street p. (03) 5471 1017
ECHUCA 227 Service Street p. (03) 5482 0808 p. (03) 5482 0804
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Edition 2 2015Loddon Mallee
Carer Support Servicesis a Bendigo Health regional service.
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
Hours: Monday –Thursday 10am – 4pm
Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550
Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820
Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co-coordinator
Email: [email protected]
8 Olinda St Centre and Library
Gardening has always been my soul food. When I have been under the pump and not able to do any real gardening of my own (because I was too busy with kids, writing, filming or telling other gardeners what to do!), I have had close friends telling me that I need to do some gardening. Really, it’s their polite way of saying, “Chill girl!”. At times like those, the simple acts of getting my hands in the dirt, walking barefoot on the lawn, hugging a tree or sitting still in a garden, can help lower my stress levels and bring me back to earth. It is no coincidence that we use phrases such as ‘grounded’ and ‘down to earth’ to describe people, and they are often those who are connected with nature: country folk, farmers, and gardeners. Becoming engrossed in your garden eases the stresses of the day. People who are grieving, for instance, have told me that tending their garden has helped them recover from their loss.Access to green spaces, in the form of garden or natural bushland, is important at all stages of our life. There is an increasing body of research about the importance of connecting kids with nature, and much of this can be found in the National Tree Day research papers, commissioned by Planet Ark from 2011 to 2015. With Australian kids currently having more screen time than green time, it is no wonder that our rates of childhood obesity are up to 25 per cent, and 14 per cent have been diagnosed with a mental illness. The average Australian child spends a minimum of about five hours a day in front of a screen and only two hours outside – less than a maximum-security prisoner. Fortunately, across the globe, the Nature Play movement is gaining traction and having a positive impact on school and childcare environments, as well as educating parents on how to help on the out-of-school hours and home fronts.As adults, gardening and connecting with nature has been proven to have beneficial effects on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. The Australian study for Beyond Blue by Deakin
University, called Beyond Blue to Green, shows clear associations between close proximity to green spaces and reduced depression, anxiety and other health problems. Dr Mardie Townsend, contributing to the report, says “People living in Adelaide who perceived their neighbourhoods as ‘very green’ were shown to have up to 1.6 times greater odds of physical and mental health, when compared to those who perceive their neighbourhoods are ‘less green’.” Another study called Ecotherapy – the green agenda for mental health, conducted for UK organisation Mind, showed that 95 per cent of interviewees found their mood improved after spending time outside, changing from depressed and anxious to more calm and balanced.As far as physical benefits go, gardening is low-impact exercise that works all the major muscle groups, improving strength and endurance, and increasing mobility and flexibility. In fact, I read that 45 minutes of gardening is equal to a 30 – minute workout. That, along with no membership fees or Lycra, is my justification for not going to the gym, and I’m sticking to it.the best medicineHaving access to gardens and green spaces when you are sick is also vital, and leads to improved medical outcomes – from faster recovery rates and lower blood pressure, to less post – surgery complications and lessened stress levels. If you have to spend time in hospital, try to ensure your room has a view of a garden, tree or something green. It does make a difference. Having been a long – time advocate and ambassador for horticultural therapy, I recently had the opportunity to experience its benefits from the other side. I was a fit, healthy person who had only visited hospital to have babies, but I suddenly found myself in waiting rooms, recognising my fear and uncertainty mirrored in the faces of other patients. Being able to escape to a plant filled, green courtyard, to sit and take it in, was tremendously beneficial. Whether it was just observing the
plants, the movement of leaves with the wind, birds, bees, or water running in a water feature… it all helped to lift the negative emotions. And if all your senses are able to be stimulated with sights, sounds, smells, touch and taste, then even better.Having green spaces in and around aged-care facilities is also just as essential, as many of the elderly occupants have left a garden behind. As their mobility decreases, a green view becomes even more important. A number of these facilities are making green spaces a priority, setting up communal vegie patches and therapeutic gardening programs for the residents. While hospitals and aged-care facilities understand the benefits of these things, having the budget to create such spaces, and then maintain them, is not easy. Often, gardens fall into despair as budgets give priority elsewhere. However, this is where garden volunteers could be of great service.As human beings, we all have an in-built need to connect with nature. The latest of Plant Ark’s research reports, Needing Trees – The nature of Happiness, states that “over the space of a single generation Australians have disconnected from nature while, at the same time, there has been a rapid increase in levels of stress and depression, with depression-associated disability costing the Australian economy $14.9 billion a year.”Whether you rent or own your own home, live in a tiny apartment or on a large block, find a way to work – or relax - in a garden.
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Food for the SOUL
This article was taken from Gardening Australia magazine – October 2015 edition
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Never Stop Believing
Sally ObermederStar of the Seven Network’s Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cutthroat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told
she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally’s life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
The Last Best Cure
Donna Jackson NakazawaOne day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That’s when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back.
Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness
that not only stuns her-it turns her life around.
Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin’s The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure.
These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they’d be asked the “half...Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz.She replied, “The absolute weight doesn’t matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it’s not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I’ll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes.”She continued, “The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything.”Remember to put the glass down.(Courtesy of Jimmy Harmon)
Bendigo Residential Respite Guide is a reference guide to Aged Care Homes available in Bendigo.This is a free resource book available through Bendigo Health Carer Support Services.
Phone numbers to remember...• Carer Respite and Support Services 1800 068 978
• Carers Victoria Careline - weekdays 9am – 5pm 1800 242 636
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CastlemaineCastlemaine Carers weekFor Carers Week – CSS Southern Team were representatives at an event. The event was organised collaboratively by The Shire of Mount Alexander (Community Wellbeing Unit), Castlemaine Community House & Carer Support Services. The event was called, ‘What Support are you seeking’. The purpose of the meeting was to engage carers and listen to their ideas about how they can be supported. Carers Vic supplied a presentation and CSS was there for consultation discussion at afternoon tea. After this event occurred CSS has received assistance requests from attendees.
EchucaEchuca site ran a carers week event open to Campaspe carers. 50 carers attended the movie “Miss you already” followed by a two course lunch at Radcliffe’s.
Young Carer events during carers week in EchucaEchuca College put on a BBQ to raise carer awareness and they also ran events for carers week. This included:
· Year 9 Art Class have watched clips from the Young Carers website and then designed posters which have been placed around the school over the last week.
· Year 7 cohort have watched clips as part of their home group time as an intro to Young Carers Week.
· Each morning of this week the student bulletin has had an item related to Young Carers.
· On Thursday we will provide the BBQ with student volunteers serving.Pictured are some great work the year 9 students created. The welfare officer from Echuca College stated that he had 6 very keen Year 8 students who helped Hannah (the chaplain) and himself to run the BBQ. He felt that it “certainly raised the profile of young carers at the College”.
Carer Support Services would like to welcome all new staffCatherine Pearson – Carer Support Worker – Echuca office
Yvonne Fernandes-Smith – Carer Support Worker – Castlemaine office
Lynne Coyle – Carer Support Worker Residential Respite – Bendigo office
Kim Muller – Deaf Access – Bendigo office
Rebecca Todd – Carer Support Worker Mental Health – Bendigo office
We also farewell the following staffTamara Kerkvliet, Christine Hill & Lauren Standen
Carers Week Events
Ageing Carers InitiativeCarers across the Loddon Mallee region are working on a strategy towards becoming self managing and self supporting.Ageing Carers Initiative is for carers who are over 65 and caring for a person who has a disability.They access planning and respite for themselves and the person they care for.The program is based around strategies that see families gain the skills and support to be able to do life planning for both the carers and also the person who has a disability. They also gain access to funding needed to maintain their family into the future. The ACI bases its model around a Regional Family Network. Families from across London Mallee Region gather to support and mentor each other.
Bendigo 17th October 2015 RSL Club Havilah Road.
“Last Thursday we held our annual “Carer’s Day” . Approximately 50 carer’s attended the Bendigo RSL Club in Havilah Road. We were fortunate to have Erin Ryan volunteer her time from 3BO FM.The carer’s were treated to a performance from Melbourne’s Playback Theatre-A Theatre Company who explored the role as a carer through story-telling and theatre. Carers enjoyed massages, morning tea and lunch and concluding the day with a mindfulness session. Service providers from DBMAS, ACAS, Rural Health Team, Olinda Street Resource Centre, Australian Hearing, Bendigo Community Health, Legal Aide, Centrelink and Veterans Home care were invited to share information with carers.”
MilduraCarers Week MilduraTo celebrate Carer’s Week in Mildura, Bendigo Health Carer Support Services, in partnership with Family & Carer Mental Health Support Services, organised a cruise on-board the “Rothbury Paddle Steamer”, on Thursday 15th October 2015.This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and beautiful homes.The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer service, with river commentary and background music provided.Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion KingCatherine and Tennille assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look around at Collins Place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also stopped for dinner on the way home.Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
Mental Health in Schools ConferenceI’m currently sitting in my room at the Hilton after day one of the Mental Health in Schools Conference and my head is swimming! We heard from a gorgeous young 21 year old girl who spoke of her experiences of sexual abuse at the hands of her step father…such a terrible story but such a courageous and articulate young lady. It broke everyone’s heart.Please pass on my thanks to Julie (and you) for assisting me yet again with the accommodation for this conference, such a worthwhile use of time and money.Kate Taylor Literacy co-ordinator Acting Welfare co-ordinator Rochester Secondary College
Marketplace Bendigo – Dementia Awareness Month
Staff from Carer Support Services recently joined with Alzheimer’s Australia, and representatives from several other services, to set up information stalls at The Marketplace in Bendigo on Thurs 3rd September 2015, during Dementia Awareness Month. Bendigo Radio Station, 3BO was also present to interview & promote services on hand regarding how they are able to assist people, and families, living with dementia.The theme for Dementia Awareness Month (September) 2015 was ‘Creating a Dementia-Friendly Nation’, starting with dementia friendly communities where ‘people are aware of and understand dementia and people with dementia feel included, involved and have choice and control over their day-to-day lives.’The presence of services such as the Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service (Memory Clinic), Dementia Behaviour Management Assessment Service (DBMAS), RIAC (Rights Information & Advocacy Centre), Carer Support Services and Alzheimer’s Australia provided an opportunity for passers-by to ask questions, gather written information or just have a chat about their concerns in a friendly, informal atmosphere.For fun & interactive ways to encourage brain health, visit the website: yourbrainmatters.org.au.For further information about dementia, call the National Dementia Helpline - 1800 100 500Remember, 5 steps to maximise brain health are-1 Look after your heart2 Do some physical activity3 Mentally challenge your brain4 Follow a healthy diet5 Enjoy social activity
This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes.
The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King
Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home.
Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes. The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home. Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes.
The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Insert photos – Mildura Carers Week Mildura 1 2 3 on USB
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King
Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home.
Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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Families meet in local Shires on a regular monthly – or bimonthly – basis. The meetings they hold may have social, educational or therapeutic content. At most meetings carers have speakers who share information on relevant issues – and carers keep up to date with emerging government changes, community happenings or learn ways to make their own lives richer and easier. Every three months – in September, December, March and June they gather in a different shire to celebrate their achievements and friendships.Each June they hold a birthday Celebration. This year it was their 9th Birthday. In June 2015 - carers attending their 9th Birthday Celebration meeting – in Bendigo – decided that they would spend the next twelve months working on a strategy towards becoming self managing and self supporting. To prepare for this they brainstormed and workshopped four questions1. What matters to us?2. Where have we come from & what have we achieved?3. What skills and resources do we have that we have attained over the
last 9 years.4. What gifts and qualities have we now got that we can share with
others in the future?
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CastlemaineCastlemaine Carers weekFor Carers Week – CSS Southern Team were representatives at an event. The event was organised collaboratively by The Shire of Mount Alexander (Community Wellbeing Unit), Castlemaine Community House & Carer Support Services. The event was called, ‘What Support are you seeking’. The purpose of the meeting was to engage carers and listen to their ideas about how they can be supported. Carers Vic supplied a presentation and CSS was there for consultation discussion at afternoon tea. After this event occurred CSS has received assistance requests from attendees.
EchucaEchuca site ran a carers week event open to Campaspe carers. 50 carers attended the movie “Miss you already” followed by a two course lunch at Radcliffe’s.
Young Carer events during carers week in EchucaEchuca College put on a BBQ to raise carer awareness and they also ran events for carers week. This included:
· Year 9 Art Class have watched clips from the Young Carers website and then designed posters which have been placed around the school over the last week.
· Year 7 cohort have watched clips as part of their home group time as an intro to Young Carers Week.
· Each morning of this week the student bulletin has had an item related to Young Carers.
· On Thursday we will provide the BBQ with student volunteers serving.Pictured are some great work the year 9 students created. The welfare officer from Echuca College stated that he had 6 very keen Year 8 students who helped Hannah (the chaplain) and himself to run the BBQ. He felt that it “certainly raised the profile of young carers at the College”.
Carer Support Services would like to welcome all new staffCatherine Pearson – Carer Support Worker – Echuca office
Yvonne Fernandes-Smith – Carer Support Worker – Castlemaine office
Lynne Coyle – Carer Support Worker Residential Respite – Bendigo office
Kim Muller – Deaf Access – Bendigo office
Rebecca Todd – Carer Support Worker Mental Health – Bendigo office
We also farewell the following staffTamara Kerkvliet, Christine Hill & Lauren Standen
Carers Week Events
Ageing Carers InitiativeCarers across the Loddon Mallee region are working on a strategy towards becoming self managing and self supporting.Ageing Carers Initiative is for carers who are over 65 and caring for a person who has a disability.They access planning and respite for themselves and the person they care for.The program is based around strategies that see families gain the skills and support to be able to do life planning for both the carers and also the person who has a disability. They also gain access to funding needed to maintain their family into the future. The ACI bases its model around a Regional Family Network. Families from across London Mallee Region gather to support and mentor each other.
Bendigo 17th October 2015 RSL Club Havilah Road.
“Last Thursday we held our annual “Carer’s Day” . Approximately 50 carer’s attended the Bendigo RSL Club in Havilah Road. We were fortunate to have Erin Ryan volunteer her time from 3BO FM.The carer’s were treated to a performance from Melbourne’s Playback Theatre-A Theatre Company who explored the role as a carer through story-telling and theatre. Carers enjoyed massages, morning tea and lunch and concluding the day with a mindfulness session. Service providers from DBMAS, ACAS, Rural Health Team, Olinda Street Resource Centre, Australian Hearing, Bendigo Community Health, Legal Aide, Centrelink and Veterans Home care were invited to share information with carers.”
MilduraCarers Week MilduraTo celebrate Carer’s Week in Mildura, Bendigo Health Carer Support Services, in partnership with Family & Carer Mental Health Support Services, organised a cruise on-board the “Rothbury Paddle Steamer”, on Thursday 15th October 2015.This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and beautiful homes.The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer service, with river commentary and background music provided.Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion KingCatherine and Tennille assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look around at Collins Place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also stopped for dinner on the way home.Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
Mental Health in Schools ConferenceI’m currently sitting in my room at the Hilton after day one of the Mental Health in Schools Conference and my head is swimming! We heard from a gorgeous young 21 year old girl who spoke of her experiences of sexual abuse at the hands of her step father…such a terrible story but such a courageous and articulate young lady. It broke everyone’s heart.Please pass on my thanks to Julie (and you) for assisting me yet again with the accommodation for this conference, such a worthwhile use of time and money.Kate Taylor Literacy co-ordinator Acting Welfare co-ordinator Rochester Secondary College
Marketplace Bendigo – Dementia Awareness Month
Staff from Carer Support Services recently joined with Alzheimer’s Australia, and representatives from several other services, to set up information stalls at The Marketplace in Bendigo on Thurs 3rd September 2015, during Dementia Awareness Month. Bendigo Radio Station, 3BO was also present to interview & promote services on hand regarding how they are able to assist people, and families, living with dementia.The theme for Dementia Awareness Month (September) 2015 was ‘Creating a Dementia-Friendly Nation’, starting with dementia friendly communities where ‘people are aware of and understand dementia and people with dementia feel included, involved and have choice and control over their day-to-day lives.’The presence of services such as the Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service (Memory Clinic), Dementia Behaviour Management Assessment Service (DBMAS), RIAC (Rights Information & Advocacy Centre), Carer Support Services and Alzheimer’s Australia provided an opportunity for passers-by to ask questions, gather written information or just have a chat about their concerns in a friendly, informal atmosphere.For fun & interactive ways to encourage brain health, visit the website: yourbrainmatters.org.au.For further information about dementia, call the National Dementia Helpline - 1800 100 500Remember, 5 steps to maximise brain health are-1 Look after your heart2 Do some physical activity3 Mentally challenge your brain4 Follow a healthy diet5 Enjoy social activity
This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes.
The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King
Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home.
Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes. The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Insert photos – Mildura Carers Week Mildura 1 2 3 on USB -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home. Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes.
The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Insert photos – Mildura Carers Week Mildura 1 2 3 on USB
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King
Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home.
Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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Families meet in local Shires on a regular monthly – or bimonthly – basis. The meetings they hold may have social, educational or therapeutic content. At most meetings carers have speakers who share information on relevant issues – and carers keep up to date with emerging government changes, community happenings or learn ways to make their own lives richer and easier. Every three months – in September, December, March and June they gather in a different shire to celebrate their achievements and friendships.Each June they hold a birthday Celebration. This year it was their 9th Birthday. In June 2015 - carers attending their 9th Birthday Celebration meeting – in Bendigo – decided that they would spend the next twelve months working on a strategy towards becoming self managing and self supporting. To prepare for this they brainstormed and workshopped four questions1. What matters to us?2. Where have we come from & what have we achieved?3. What skills and resources do we have that we have attained over the
last 9 years.4. What gifts and qualities have we now got that we can share with
others in the future?
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CastlemaineCastlemaine Carers weekFor Carers Week – CSS Southern Team were representatives at an event. The event was organised collaboratively by The Shire of Mount Alexander (Community Wellbeing Unit), Castlemaine Community House & Carer Support Services. The event was called, ‘What Support are you seeking’. The purpose of the meeting was to engage carers and listen to their ideas about how they can be supported. Carers Vic supplied a presentation and CSS was there for consultation discussion at afternoon tea. After this event occurred CSS has received assistance requests from attendees.
EchucaEchuca site ran a carers week event open to Campaspe carers. 50 carers attended the movie “Miss you already” followed by a two course lunch at Radcliffe’s.
Young Carer events during carers week in EchucaEchuca College put on a BBQ to raise carer awareness and they also ran events for carers week. This included:
· Year 9 Art Class have watched clips from the Young Carers website and then designed posters which have been placed around the school over the last week.
· Year 7 cohort have watched clips as part of their home group time as an intro to Young Carers Week.
· Each morning of this week the student bulletin has had an item related to Young Carers.
· On Thursday we will provide the BBQ with student volunteers serving.Pictured are some great work the year 9 students created. The welfare officer from Echuca College stated that he had 6 very keen Year 8 students who helped Hannah (the chaplain) and himself to run the BBQ. He felt that it “certainly raised the profile of young carers at the College”.
Carer Support Services would like to welcome all new staffCatherine Pearson – Carer Support Worker – Echuca office
Yvonne Fernandes-Smith – Carer Support Worker – Castlemaine office
Lynne Coyle – Carer Support Worker Residential Respite – Bendigo office
Kim Muller – Deaf Access – Bendigo office
Rebecca Todd – Carer Support Worker Mental Health – Bendigo office
We also farewell the following staffTamara Kerkvliet, Christine Hill & Lauren Standen
Carers Week Events
Ageing Carers InitiativeCarers across the Loddon Mallee region are working on a strategy towards becoming self managing and self supporting.Ageing Carers Initiative is for carers who are over 65 and caring for a person who has a disability.They access planning and respite for themselves and the person they care for.The program is based around strategies that see families gain the skills and support to be able to do life planning for both the carers and also the person who has a disability. They also gain access to funding needed to maintain their family into the future. The ACI bases its model around a Regional Family Network. Families from across London Mallee Region gather to support and mentor each other.
Bendigo 17th October 2015 RSL Club Havilah Road.
“Last Thursday we held our annual “Carer’s Day” . Approximately 50 carer’s attended the Bendigo RSL Club in Havilah Road. We were fortunate to have Erin Ryan volunteer her time from 3BO FM.The carer’s were treated to a performance from Melbourne’s Playback Theatre-A Theatre Company who explored the role as a carer through story-telling and theatre. Carers enjoyed massages, morning tea and lunch and concluding the day with a mindfulness session. Service providers from DBMAS, ACAS, Rural Health Team, Olinda Street Resource Centre, Australian Hearing, Bendigo Community Health, Legal Aide, Centrelink and Veterans Home care were invited to share information with carers.”
MilduraCarers Week MilduraTo celebrate Carer’s Week in Mildura, Bendigo Health Carer Support Services, in partnership with Family & Carer Mental Health Support Services, organised a cruise on-board the “Rothbury Paddle Steamer”, on Thursday 15th October 2015.This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and beautiful homes.The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer service, with river commentary and background music provided.Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion KingCatherine and Tennille assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look around at Collins Place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also stopped for dinner on the way home.Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
Mental Health in Schools ConferenceI’m currently sitting in my room at the Hilton after day one of the Mental Health in Schools Conference and my head is swimming! We heard from a gorgeous young 21 year old girl who spoke of her experiences of sexual abuse at the hands of her step father…such a terrible story but such a courageous and articulate young lady. It broke everyone’s heart.Please pass on my thanks to Julie (and you) for assisting me yet again with the accommodation for this conference, such a worthwhile use of time and money.Kate Taylor Literacy co-ordinator Acting Welfare co-ordinator Rochester Secondary College
Marketplace Bendigo – Dementia Awareness Month
Staff from Carer Support Services recently joined with Alzheimer’s Australia, and representatives from several other services, to set up information stalls at The Marketplace in Bendigo on Thurs 3rd September 2015, during Dementia Awareness Month. Bendigo Radio Station, 3BO was also present to interview & promote services on hand regarding how they are able to assist people, and families, living with dementia.The theme for Dementia Awareness Month (September) 2015 was ‘Creating a Dementia-Friendly Nation’, starting with dementia friendly communities where ‘people are aware of and understand dementia and people with dementia feel included, involved and have choice and control over their day-to-day lives.’The presence of services such as the Cognitive Dementia & Memory Service (Memory Clinic), Dementia Behaviour Management Assessment Service (DBMAS), RIAC (Rights Information & Advocacy Centre), Carer Support Services and Alzheimer’s Australia provided an opportunity for passers-by to ask questions, gather written information or just have a chat about their concerns in a friendly, informal atmosphere.For fun & interactive ways to encourage brain health, visit the website: yourbrainmatters.org.au.For further information about dementia, call the National Dementia Helpline - 1800 100 500Remember, 5 steps to maximise brain health are-1 Look after your heart2 Do some physical activity3 Mentally challenge your brain4 Follow a healthy diet5 Enjoy social activity
This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes.
The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Insert photos – Mildura Carers Week Mildura 1 2 3 on USB
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King
Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home.
Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
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This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes. The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Insert photos – Mildura Carers Week Mildura 1 2 3 on USB -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home. Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
don’t have attachments
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This combined carer’s group event also included members from the Ouyen Carers Group
that are supported by Mallee Track Health & Community Service.
Approximately 80 carers attended the event, to cruise up the Murray River to Trentham
Estate Winery, for a lovely barbeque lunch on the banks of the River.
During the journey the carer’s enjoyed the array of fantastic views of flora, fauna, boats and
beautiful homes.
The hosts & crew on board the “Rothbury” provided wonderful hospitality and customer
service, with river commentary and background music provided.
Prior to lunch at Trentham Estate, carers had free time to leisurely walk around the gardens
at the winery complex, enjoying the free wine tasting sessions, relaxing, sitting and chatting
while taking in the pleasant atmosphere of this unique location.
Feedback from carers was very positive and this is reflected in the feedback forms.
Overall the event was a success and carer’s enjoyed their day out from their caring roles.
Insert photos – Mildura Carers Week Mildura 1 2 3 on USB
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Echuca Carer Outing – The Lion King
Catherine and myself assisted a bus of 35 carers to Melbourne. We had lunch and a look
around at Collins place then proceeded to the theatre to see The Liong King. We also
stopped for dinner on the way home.
Feedback from the carers was that show was great and they enjoyed their day out.
don’t have attachments
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Families meet in local Shires on a regular monthly – or bimonthly – basis. The meetings they hold may have social, educational or therapeutic content. At most meetings carers have speakers who share information on relevant issues – and carers keep up to date with emerging government changes, community happenings or learn ways to make their own lives richer and easier. Every three months – in September, December, March and June they gather in a different shire to celebrate their achievements and friendships.Each June they hold a birthday Celebration. This year it was their 9th Birthday. In June 2015 - carers attending their 9th Birthday Celebration meeting – in Bendigo – decided that they would spend the next twelve months working on a strategy towards becoming self managing and self supporting. To prepare for this they brainstormed and workshopped four questions1. What matters to us?2. Where have we come from & what have we achieved?3. What skills and resources do we have that we have attained over the
last 9 years.4. What gifts and qualities have we now got that we can share with
others in the future?
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Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
Hours: Monday –Thursday 10am – 4pm
Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550
Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820
Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co-coordinator
Email: [email protected]
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Gardening has always been my soul food. When I have been under the pump and not able to do any real gardening of my own (because I was too busy with kids, writing, filming or telling other gardeners what to do!), I have had close friends telling me that I need to do some gardening. Really, it’s their polite way of saying, “Chill girl!”. At times like those, the simple acts of getting my hands in the dirt, walking barefoot on the lawn, hugging a tree or sitting still in a garden, can help lower my stress levels and bring me back to earth. It is no coincidence that we use phrases such as ‘grounded’ and ‘down to earth’ to describe people, and they are often those who are connected with nature: country folk, farmers, and gardeners. Becoming engrossed in your garden eases the stresses of the day. People who are grieving, for instance, have told me that tending their garden has helped them recover from their loss.Access to green spaces, in the form of garden or natural bushland, is important at all stages of our life. There is an increasing body of research about the importance of connecting kids with nature, and much of this can be found in the National Tree Day research papers, commissioned by Planet Ark from 2011 to 2015. With Australian kids currently having more screen time than green time, it is no wonder that our rates of childhood obesity are up to 25 per cent, and 14 per cent have been diagnosed with a mental illness. The average Australian child spends a minimum of about five hours a day in front of a screen and only two hours outside – less than a maximum-security prisoner. Fortunately, across the globe, the Nature Play movement is gaining traction and having a positive impact on school and childcare environments, as well as educating parents on how to help on the out-of-school hours and home fronts.As adults, gardening and connecting with nature has been proven to have beneficial effects on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. The Australian study for Beyond Blue by Deakin
University, called Beyond Blue to Green, shows clear associations between close proximity to green spaces and reduced depression, anxiety and other health problems. Dr Mardie Townsend, contributing to the report, says “People living in Adelaide who perceived their neighbourhoods as ‘very green’ were shown to have up to 1.6 times greater odds of physical and mental health, when compared to those who perceive their neighbourhoods are ‘less green’.” Another study called Ecotherapy – the green agenda for mental health, conducted for UK organisation Mind, showed that 95 per cent of interviewees found their mood improved after spending time outside, changing from depressed and anxious to more calm and balanced.As far as physical benefits go, gardening is low-impact exercise that works all the major muscle groups, improving strength and endurance, and increasing mobility and flexibility. In fact, I read that 45 minutes of gardening is equal to a 30 – minute workout. That, along with no membership fees or Lycra, is my justification for not going to the gym, and I’m sticking to it.the best medicineHaving access to gardens and green spaces when you are sick is also vital, and leads to improved medical outcomes – from faster recovery rates and lower blood pressure, to less post – surgery complications and lessened stress levels. If you have to spend time in hospital, try to ensure your room has a view of a garden, tree or something green. It does make a difference. Having been a long – time advocate and ambassador for horticultural therapy, I recently had the opportunity to experience its benefits from the other side. I was a fit, healthy person who had only visited hospital to have babies, but I suddenly found myself in waiting rooms, recognising my fear and uncertainty mirrored in the faces of other patients. Being able to escape to a plant filled, green courtyard, to sit and take it in, was tremendously beneficial. Whether it was just observing the
plants, the movement of leaves with the wind, birds, bees, or water running in a water feature… it all helped to lift the negative emotions. And if all your senses are able to be stimulated with sights, sounds, smells, touch and taste, then even better.Having green spaces in and around aged-care facilities is also just as essential, as many of the elderly occupants have left a garden behind. As their mobility decreases, a green view becomes even more important. A number of these facilities are making green spaces a priority, setting up communal vegie patches and therapeutic gardening programs for the residents. While hospitals and aged-care facilities understand the benefits of these things, having the budget to create such spaces, and then maintain them, is not easy. Often, gardens fall into despair as budgets give priority elsewhere. However, this is where garden volunteers could be of great service.As human beings, we all have an in-built need to connect with nature. The latest of Plant Ark’s research reports, Needing Trees – The nature of Happiness, states that “over the space of a single generation Australians have disconnected from nature while, at the same time, there has been a rapid increase in levels of stress and depression, with depression-associated disability costing the Australian economy $14.9 billion a year.”Whether you rent or own your own home, live in a tiny apartment or on a large block, find a way to work – or relax - in a garden.
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Food for the SOUL
This article was taken from Gardening Australia magazine – October 2015 edition
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Never Stop Believing
Sally ObermederStar of the Seven Network’s Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cutthroat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told
she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally’s life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
The Last Best Cure
Donna Jackson NakazawaOne day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That’s when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back.
Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness
that not only stuns her-it turns her life around.
Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin’s The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure.
These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they’d be asked the “half...Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz.She replied, “The absolute weight doesn’t matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it’s not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I’ll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes.”She continued, “The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything.”Remember to put the glass down.(Courtesy of Jimmy Harmon)
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Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820
Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co-coordinator
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Gardening has always been my soul food. When I have been under the pump and not able to do any real gardening of my own (because I was too busy with kids, writing, filming or telling other gardeners what to do!), I have had close friends telling me that I need to do some gardening. Really, it’s their polite way of saying, “Chill girl!”. At times like those, the simple acts of getting my hands in the dirt, walking barefoot on the lawn, hugging a tree or sitting still in a garden, can help lower my stress levels and bring me back to earth. It is no coincidence that we use phrases such as ‘grounded’ and ‘down to earth’ to describe people, and they are often those who are connected with nature: country folk, farmers, and gardeners. Becoming engrossed in your garden eases the stresses of the day. People who are grieving, for instance, have told me that tending their garden has helped them recover from their loss.Access to green spaces, in the form of garden or natural bushland, is important at all stages of our life. There is an increasing body of research about the importance of connecting kids with nature, and much of this can be found in the National Tree Day research papers, commissioned by Planet Ark from 2011 to 2015. With Australian kids currently having more screen time than green time, it is no wonder that our rates of childhood obesity are up to 25 per cent, and 14 per cent have been diagnosed with a mental illness. The average Australian child spends a minimum of about five hours a day in front of a screen and only two hours outside – less than a maximum-security prisoner. Fortunately, across the globe, the Nature Play movement is gaining traction and having a positive impact on school and childcare environments, as well as educating parents on how to help on the out-of-school hours and home fronts.As adults, gardening and connecting with nature has been proven to have beneficial effects on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. The Australian study for Beyond Blue by Deakin
University, called Beyond Blue to Green, shows clear associations between close proximity to green spaces and reduced depression, anxiety and other health problems. Dr Mardie Townsend, contributing to the report, says “People living in Adelaide who perceived their neighbourhoods as ‘very green’ were shown to have up to 1.6 times greater odds of physical and mental health, when compared to those who perceive their neighbourhoods are ‘less green’.” Another study called Ecotherapy – the green agenda for mental health, conducted for UK organisation Mind, showed that 95 per cent of interviewees found their mood improved after spending time outside, changing from depressed and anxious to more calm and balanced.As far as physical benefits go, gardening is low-impact exercise that works all the major muscle groups, improving strength and endurance, and increasing mobility and flexibility. In fact, I read that 45 minutes of gardening is equal to a 30 – minute workout. That, along with no membership fees or Lycra, is my justification for not going to the gym, and I’m sticking to it.the best medicineHaving access to gardens and green spaces when you are sick is also vital, and leads to improved medical outcomes – from faster recovery rates and lower blood pressure, to less post – surgery complications and lessened stress levels. If you have to spend time in hospital, try to ensure your room has a view of a garden, tree or something green. It does make a difference. Having been a long – time advocate and ambassador for horticultural therapy, I recently had the opportunity to experience its benefits from the other side. I was a fit, healthy person who had only visited hospital to have babies, but I suddenly found myself in waiting rooms, recognising my fear and uncertainty mirrored in the faces of other patients. Being able to escape to a plant filled, green courtyard, to sit and take it in, was tremendously beneficial. Whether it was just observing the
plants, the movement of leaves with the wind, birds, bees, or water running in a water feature… it all helped to lift the negative emotions. And if all your senses are able to be stimulated with sights, sounds, smells, touch and taste, then even better.Having green spaces in and around aged-care facilities is also just as essential, as many of the elderly occupants have left a garden behind. As their mobility decreases, a green view becomes even more important. A number of these facilities are making green spaces a priority, setting up communal vegie patches and therapeutic gardening programs for the residents. While hospitals and aged-care facilities understand the benefits of these things, having the budget to create such spaces, and then maintain them, is not easy. Often, gardens fall into despair as budgets give priority elsewhere. However, this is where garden volunteers could be of great service.As human beings, we all have an in-built need to connect with nature. The latest of Plant Ark’s research reports, Needing Trees – The nature of Happiness, states that “over the space of a single generation Australians have disconnected from nature while, at the same time, there has been a rapid increase in levels of stress and depression, with depression-associated disability costing the Australian economy $14.9 billion a year.”Whether you rent or own your own home, live in a tiny apartment or on a large block, find a way to work – or relax - in a garden.
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This article was taken from Gardening Australia magazine – October 2015 edition
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Hours: Monday ‐ Thursday 10am‐4pm Address: 8 Olinda Street, Quarry Hill VIC 3550 Phone: 03 5441 7881 Fax: 03 5441 7820 Contact: Karyn Bath, Centre Co‐coordinator Email: [email protected]
Star of the Seven Network's Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cut-throat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had
everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally's life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
One day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That's when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back. Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a
variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness that not only stuns her-it turns her life around. Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin's The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure. These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
Relaxation and Mindfulness Resources
8 Olinda St Centre and Library ‘2015 Book Review’
The library is free to use by carers, workers, consumers, students and the general public.
Borrowing period is three weeks. Remember to drop in, browse the library and borrow a book.
Never Stop Believing
Sally ObermederStar of the Seven Network’s Today Tonight shares her truly inspiring story of triumph over almost unbeatable odds in a wonderfully warm, funny and honest memoir about her struggle to succeed in the cutthroat world of commercial television and her courageous battle with cancer. When Sally Obermeder woke up on 13th October 2011, she thought her life was perfect. She had a glamorous, successful career as a reporter for Today Tonight, she had a wonderful husband and she was about to give birth to her baby who she had conceived through IVF following years of struggle to conceive naturally. Finally, she had everything she had ever wanted. But then, during a routine appointment with her obstetrician, Sally was told
she had a severe form of breast cancer. Her baby had to be induced and treatment needed to begin immediately. This was the start of the hardest year of Sally’s life. A year where she would be tested to the very limits and would be forced to fight for her life. A year on Sally has a gorgeous baby girl and is finally on the mend. Following her second mastectomy in September, she received the good news that she is now cancer free. Despite her life changing struggle and the hardships she has had to endure, Sally is one of the warmest, most vibrant people. She was determined to beat cancer. And now she is determined to help others. Sally is a wonderfully inspirational person whose story is filled with raw honesty but also love, laughter and warmth.
The Last Best Cure
Donna Jackson NakazawaOne day Donna Jackson Nakazawa found herself lying on the floor to recover from climbing the stairs. That’s when it hit her. She was managing the symptoms of the autoimmune disorders that had plagued her for a decade, but she had lost her joy. As a science journalist, she was curious to know what mind-body strategies might help her. As a wife and mother she was determined to get her life back.
Over the course of one year, Nakazawa researches and tests a variety of therapies including meditation, yoga, and acupuncture to find out what works. But the discovery of a little-known branch of research into Adverse Childhood Experiences causes her to have an epiphany about her illness
that not only stuns her-it turns her life around.
Perfect for readers of Gretchen Rubin’s The Happiness Project, Nakazawa shares her unexpected discoveries, amazing improvements, and shows readers how they too can find their own last best cure.
These Synopsis are those of Booktopia and not of the 8 Olinda St Library
A psychologist walked around a room while teaching stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone expected they’d be asked the “half...Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz.She replied, “The absolute weight doesn’t matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, it’s not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I’ll have an ache in my arm. If I hold it for a day, my arm will feel numb and paralyzed. In each case, the weight of the glass doesn’t change, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes.”She continued, “The stresses and worries in life are like that glass of water. Think about them for a while and nothing happens. Think about them a bit longer and they begin to hurt. And if you think about them all day long, you will feel paralyzed – incapable of doing anything.”Remember to put the glass down.(Courtesy of Jimmy Harmon)
Bendigo Residential Respite Guide is a reference guide to Aged Care Homes available in Bendigo.This is a free resource book available through Bendigo Health Carer Support Services.
Phone numbers to remember...• Carer Respite and Support Services 1800 068 978
• Carers Victoria Careline - weekdays 9am – 5pm 1800 242 636
