This free workshop is organised as part of Mental Health Month. The theme for this year's Mental Health Month is 'Tune In'. Tuning in means being present, being aware of what's happening within you and in the world around you. Tune In to your senses and take a moment to help still and focus your […]
This free workshop is organised as part of Mental Health Month. The theme for this year's Mental Health Month is 'Tune In'. Tuning in means being present, being aware of what's happening within you and in the world around you. Tune In to your senses and take a moment to help still and focus your […]
MENtal Health Matters is an online interactive event. Let's have the conversation about Men's mental health and how we're really coping. We're bringing the community together towards normalising mental health conversations, raise greater awareness about men's mental health, whilst most importantly keep the communication open and continuing. The digital event will also help raise […]
Participants will learn various abstraction techniques to create their own galaxy rock paintings. They will be guided to explore paint pouring techniques, alcohol dips and blending to create their desired effects. Materials you will require: Acrylic paint, cups for paint, sticks, tray for paint pouring, paintbrush, rocks (cleaned) of your choice Optional: Isopropyl alcohol, sealer […]
An intimate, creative workshop where you can explore your grief through writing, gain new insights, and reflect on loss with others. About this event With the ongoing impacts of the pandemic, as well as the many other losses we may encounter in life, grief and loss will touch us ALL at some point. However, […]
MATES NSW Site Connect is a meeting place for workers of the Sydney construction industry whom have been affected by covid19. Join us to talk about concerns and challenges, and to learn some tips to support your mental health and wellbeing. MATES is an industry-backed, research-based suicide prevention and support program for people working in […]
Join us online for an engaging and impactful workshop to have a casual and honest convo about exploring the impact of gender stereotypes and where the current man code has taken us. Following harmful and outdated stereotypes are causing some of our mates, teammates, workmates or loved ones to be stranded without the tools to […]
Looking for some inspiration? Rediscover and reconnect with your vision - for yourself, for the work you do, and for the communities and people you support every day. INSPIRED! is a free, half-day, live, online workshop, that will assist you to refocus on what's most important to you, where you want to be, and what […]
The forum will examine the importance of being connected and provide strategies for mental health resilience when social connections are disrupted
Are you or a loved one experiencing COVID-related anxiety or depression? Sydney is coming out of lockdown – it is an exciting time, but it can also be distressing. You might be experiencing social anxiety or persistent fear after so long confined to the home. Perhaps you have felt increasingly depressed during the pandemic due […]
Want to find out more about this deeply life affirming therapy? Sydney based existential psychotherapist Dr Alison Strasser will be talking about existential psychotherapy, the origins, the benefits and how you can learn more about moving towards a meaningful and authentic life. What is Existential Therapy? In a nutshell, existentialist psychotherapy deals with the […]
This free workshop is organised as part of Mental Health Month. The theme for this year's Mental Health Month is 'Tune In'. Tuning in means being present, being aware of what's happening within you and in the world around you. Tuning In means being present, being aware of what's happening within you and in the […]
How do you practise mindfulness? Mindfulness is a simple and practical method for learning to observe our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surroundings rather than being trapped by them and worrying about the past or the future. Lydia Vorona, a mindfulness teacher and meditation practitioner, will speak about the popular therapy of mindfulness. In this […]
Don't miss the fun on October 29 a 12:30pm. Laughter is guaranteed! We could all use a laugh right now so let's do something a little different together and celebrate this year's Mental Health Month with comedian Mark McConville. Tune-in to Flourish Australia's FREE online webinar with Mark McConville and The Laughter Clinic for some […]
We could all use a laugh right now, so let’s do something a little different together and celebrate this year’s Mental Health Month with Comedian Mark McConville Tune In to our free webinar for some fun and learn to use laughter for self-care. Our guest presenter Mark McConville will share his own journey with overcoming depression […]
live music and childrens activities in our main street local traders providing specialty food dishes bringing families together
The Youth Mental Health First Aid course will teach you how to assist adolescents who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence based Action Plan. This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of […]
In celebration of Mental Health Month, Sydney Local Health District is running a Photography Competition. The competition is open to all mental health carers, consumers, inpatients and anybody with a lived experience of mental illness residing in the state of NSW and Sydney Local Health District staff. Theme: ‘Building Resilience’ Our lives after the COVID-19 […]
We are excited to bring you this opportunity to commit to meditating during Mental Health Month to experience how a daily practice like meditation can strengthen your mental fitness. The event is open to individuals, companies, clubs, schools and all interested teams. Commit to the practice for just 10-20 minutes a day from the 1st […]
The Mental Health Matters Awards recognise the achievements of individuals and organisations large and small who have worked to improve understanding, awareness, service provision and the general mental health of our communities in NSW over the previous year. Award categories include: • Mental Health Matters Youth Award • Mental Health Matters Community Initiative Award • […]
Tune in this Mental Health Month with our fitness programs. Keeping active improves concentration and confidence, boosts your mood, releases stress and lowers anxiety. 4-week High Intensity Interval Training for all fitness levels, break a sweat and level up. Alternate between high-impact exercises, designed to boost your fitness and energy level. 4:30pm – 5:00pm Alf […]
HSC students head over to Penrith City Library these school holidays and talk to the team from headspace with tips to keep cool, calm and collected in the lead up to and during your exams. Pick up an HSC support pack that includes HSC study tips, self-care and mental health care tips plus - enter […]
Join people from all over Australia to Sit for 10-20 mins a day from the 1st to the 28th of October, in preparation for the BIG Sit on Saturday 29th October at 7am. See what a difference daily meditation can make to your mental fitness. We are excited to bring you this opportunity to commit to meditating during […]
Visit Penrith Library in Mental Health Month and enjoy the creative art pieces created by clients of Neami National. Neami is a community-based organisation providing services to improve mental health and wellbeing in the local community. The exhibition can be viewed during opening hours at Penrith Library, throughout the month of October.
Eating disorders can affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and body shapes and sizes. This program builds understanding of eating disorders, how they impact psychological and physical health and how best to support recovery. By the end of this workshop participants will have learned about: the different eating disorders, and how each of these eating […]
