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Category Archives: Support
Inner South Family and Friends Support Group Meeting and Social Events
ISFAF MONTHLY MEETING: 7pm Tuesday 12 November 2024
GUEST SPEAKER: Associate Professor Simon Stafrace, Programme Director, Alfred Mental and Addiction Health (AMAH)
TOPIC: Continuing Implementation of the Royal Commission into Mental Health. Growth of AMAH services and what it means to you
All carers, family and friends of individuals are welcome to attend, as are members of Staff (Team AMAH). A light supper provided by our committee is served from 7.05 pm, enabling mingling among individuals. No need to book for our monthly meetings. They are free, however, a small contribution is always extremely welcome.
VENUE: Level 4, 549 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, a little to the city side of Wesley College, 549 is easily recognisable by white umbrellas in the forecourt. Lots of free parking in the centre lanes of St Kilda Road, with trams stopping at the door. If you are having trouble with transport, seek further information or just need a chat, about ISFAF and/or issues faced by carers please phone Judi on 0425 723 746 or Eleni on 0412 018 722. For security, we are required to pay a concierge at the door of the building.
Sunday 24 November (subsidised) Lunch and Theatre: 11.30am at Parkers Café 79 Parkers Rd Parkdale (110m from station, free street parking nearby)
DAHLIN! IT’S THE JEANNE LITTLE SHOW at Shirley Burke Theatre, 64 Parkers Rd Parkdale
Dahlin! It’s the Jeanne Little Show moves seamlessly between story and song. Jeanne’s humble beginnings, her years in London, successful marriage the many famous people she met along the way and her attempts to be both mother and TV star are all delightfully covered. With a fantastic batch of hit songs from many eras. Shirley Bassey, Marlene Dietrich, Anne Murray, Lulu, the stories are wrapped in warmth and Jeanne’s own brand of zany, irrepressible humour.
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY KIERAN CARROLL Kieren, son of our beloved member Frank is a prestigious playwright with many international and local productions to his credit: https://kierancarroll.com/ Starring Caroline Ferguson.
Booking Details: Booking includes the theatre and your choice of up to $25 from the menu of Parkers Café on the day. There will be an ‘honesty jar’ for choices above $25. There is no need to make your menu choice ahead but you must arrive 11.30am sharp to enable the kitchen to have meals ready in time for you to enjoy the food before the show. The menu is available at: https://parkerscafe.com.au/menu-2
The theatre is small, already heavily booked. Book asap to ensure your seat.
To Book
- Deposit donation $18 pensioners, $30 non-pensioners to Westpac ISFAF Community One Account BSB 033-169 A/c No: 258307.
2. Make sure your deposit shows your name
3. Email judi.burstyner@gmail.com with proof of booking and names of all individuals in your booking
- expect a confirmation via email on Wednesday 20 November. If you don’t receive a confirmation by 8pm please email judi.burstyner@gmail.com urgently.
Bookings will close when sold out or by 5pm Tuesday 19 November, whichever occurs first. Seating IS limited.
*We are very grateful to Alfred Mental and Addiction Health for their financial support, making this and other heavily subsidised ISFAF events possible.
Excerpts from Mental Health Foundation Weekly Update 30 October 2024
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Talking Point Free Seminar Series 27 November 2024
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Inner South Family and Friends Support Group Meeting and World Mental Health Day Social Function
ISFAF MONTHLY MEETING 7pm for 7.30 pm TUESDAY 8 OCTOBER 2024
GUEST SPEAKER Robbert Roos, Victorian Legal Aid
TOPIC Effective Legal Help and how to Get It
All Carers, family and friends of individuals are welcome to attend , as are all members of Staff (Team AMAH). A light supper provided by our committee is served from 7.05 pm, enabling chatting and mingling. Learn from individuals sharing similar challenging journeys. No need to book for our monthly meetings. They are free. However, a small contribution is always extremely welcome.
VENUE Level 4, 549 St Kilda Road, Melbourne a little to the city side of Wesley College, 549 is easily recognisable by white umbrellas in the forecourt. Lots of free parking in the centre lanes of St Kilda Road, with many trams stopping at the door. If you are having trouble with transport, seek further information or just need a chat, about ISFAF and/or issues faced by carers please phone: Judi 0425 723 746 or Eleni 0412 018 722
Please come early to chat and to enjoy delicious snacks which will be available from 7.05pm
For security, we are required to pay a concierge at the door of the building. Latecomers may not be able to enter.
World Mental Health Day Lunch Thursday 10 October 2024
There is something called a ‘Free Lunch’ (though it comes after much hard work) In appreciation of the work by team members of AMAH, please join Inner South Family and Friends at a buffet lunch on World Mental Health Day Thursday 10 October 12.30pm – 2.30pm at 549 St Kilda Rd Melbourne.
For catering purposes, please RSVP to isfaf@alfred.org.au by Monday 7 October. You are very welcome to assist by bringing a plate, but please do not feel obliged to do so
If you have questions please do not hesitate to contact Judi directly on 0425 723 746 or judi.burstyner@gmail.com
Articles from Mental Health Australia CEO Update 25 September 2024
Federal Government invests in future psychologists, fast tracking workforce expansion
The Albanese Government says it will increase the number of postgraduate psychology places at universities and provide more psychology internships and supervisors so Australians can access a psychologist when needed. Despite strong demand and interest from students, currently only 10 per cent will complete the required postgraduate course to become a registered psychologist due to the limited number of university places.
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Scholarships to support a strong mental health workforce (VIC)The Allan Labor Government says is continuing to build a strong and skilled mental health workforce with nearly 300 scholarships and grants through the Mental Health and Wellbeing Workforce Scholarship Program. The program is available to mental health nurses, allied health professionals, alcohol and other drug (AOD) practitioners and lived and living experience workers to upskill and further their careers. |
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2024 Australian Mental Health Prize winners announcedThe winners of the 2024 Australian Mental Health Prize have been unveiled at UNSW Sydney, celebrating individuals who have made significant strides in mental health research, advocacy and support. Four Australians have been recognised, including a researcher who’s created an equine therapy program for Aboriginal youth and an academic who’s reshaped the treatment of psychiatric disorders globally. Mental Health Australia congratulates each of the winners.
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Tandem’s 30th Anniversary 17 October 2024
https://www.tandemcarers.org.au/events?_zs=JILrn&_zl=SMk53
If you have any difficulty registering, please email us at comms@tandemcarers.org.au
Talking Point Free Seminar Series
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Inner South Family and Friends Support Group Meeting and Social Activities
ISFAF MONTHLY MEETING 7pm for 7.30pm TUESDAY 10 SEPTEMBER 2024
GUEST SPEAKER: Alice Ryan, Alfred Mental and Addiction Health, Physical Health Portfolio
TOPIC: The Importance of Physical Health in Mental Health and the Opportunities Offered by AMAH
Individuals with mental health issues have been reported to die 25 years earlier than the general community. Much of this can be attributed to poor systemic and physical health. The AMAH Physical Health Portfolio, led by Alice, received Outstanding Team Effort award in recognition of its achievements in physical and mental health at the Equally Well Forum May 2024. Come to learn of innovations, improvements and other assistance that is available to help your Loved Ones to live fuller, healthier and longer life.
No need to book for our monthly meeting. It’s free and includes a small light supper provided by our committee from 7.05 pm. However, a small contribution is always extremely welcome.
VENUE: Level Four, 549 St Kilda Road, Melbourne – a little to the city side of Wesley College, 549 is easily recognisable by white umbrellas in the forecourt. Lots of free parking in the centre lanes of St Kilda Road, with many trams stopping at the door. If you are having trouble with transport, seek further information or just need a chat, about ISFAF and/or issues faced by carers please phone: Judi on 0425 723 746 or Eleni on 0412 018 722
Please come early to chat and to enjoy delicious snacks which will be available from 7.05pm. For security, we are required to pay a concierge at the door of the building.
WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER: 10.15AM Tour of Old Treasury Building followed by Lunch at Parliament House
Bookings close at noon Thursday 12 September. This deadline is essential for the parliamentary kitchen.
TO BOOK:
- deposit donation ($15 / $30 ) to Westpac ISFAF Community One A/CBSB 033-169 A/c No: 258307,
- make sure your booking shows your name and the names of others in your booking
- email burstyner@gmail.com
- Please make sure that your email shows proof of booking and
- Your menu choices for each of two courses. The menu is attached. Gluten free and vegetarian dishes are marked. Please ignore the prices – these are what ISFAF will pay, but your total cost for two courses including the tour of Old Treasury Building is $15 / $30. Drinks, including tea and coffee can be ordered on the day. These are at additional cost which you will need to settle on the day.
- the names of those for whom you have booked and each of the two courses they have chosen.
Confirmatory email will be sent by 5pm Saturday 14 September. If you do not receive the confirmatory email but have paid, email judi.burstyner@gmail.com urgently by 5pm Sunday 15 September.
If you have questions regarding the bookings, please contact Judi directly on 0425 723 746 or judiburstyner@gmail.com
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