Goldfields Consumer Engagement
Purpose
The Goldfields Consumer Engagement page is designed to support and reinforce the community engagement activities currently being undertaken in this region, including the Northern Goldfields Interagency meeting and the Youth Forum meetings.
Through these meetings participating organisations are committed to facilitating joint initiatives that help strengthen the community and improve the coordination of services in the region. It is recognised that Community, Local, State and Non-Government organisations input into discussion topics and initiatives is essential for strengthening the community and improving service coordination.
Objective
This page will give members of the community the opportunity to converse, share ideas and opinions, and reach decisions on pressing matters that may fall outside of the timelines of meetings, as well as receive regular updates from participating organisations. This page supports meeting documents, highlights relevant news items and upcoming events and show cases good new stories..
We hope that you find this resource valuable and look forward to your input.
Tell your story
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COVID-19 WA roadmap Phase 4
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You are not alone
When someone close to us has suicidal thoughts or attempts suicide, it can be hard to respond to their needs while also looking after ourselves. SANE Australia are pleased to announce the launch of You are not alone – an online resource designed to help carers navigate this difficult time.
You are not alone was made with the help of people who have been carers – and know how tough it is. There's information covering the many stages of supporting someone who has attempted suicide, or who is at risk of doing so.
Not everyone who supports someone after a... Continue reading
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COVID 19 Direct Care Skill Set
TAFE WA are running the COVID-19 Direct Care Skill Set Course
The COVID-19 pandemic is an evolving situation which has highlighted the importance of preventing infection through strict hygiene practices and by following other health guidelines. In Western Australia, trained and skilled aged care and disability workers are in high demand now and will continue to be as we move into the recovery phase of the pandemic. There has never been a better time to ensure you have the skills needed to both protect yourself and your clients whilst providing the best care and support possible.
Course Content
You will... Continue reading
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Mental Health & Wellbeing Strategy 2019-24 Roadshow
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Men's Health Week
The 15th to the 21st of June is Men's Health Week, an important and nationally recognised event designed to provoke thought and discussion about what needs to be done to improve the wellbeing of our men and boys. Due to COVID-19 the annual Men’s Health Week Golf Day events in Kalgoorlie and Esperance have been postponed. However there are ways to join the conversation. Please see below some online events and resources:
Men’s Health Week 2020 Launch Video: https://youtu.be/2meiUFV_SIg(External link)
Suicide Prevention Australia: New Directions in Male Suicide Prevention
Date: Tuesday 16 June 2020
Time: 8.30am - 10.30am... Continue reading
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COVID-19 highlights homelessness as more people identified through community scanning
This article by the ABC highlights some of the challenges facing homeless people and rough sleepers in Goldfields, and Bega’s efforts to help the vulnerable.
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WA Government Phase 3 Eased Restrictions
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In this Together: National Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week 2020
27 May - 3rd June
Don't miss out on key events happening this week
Click here for more information
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Alcohol & Other Drugs Crisis Interventions Consultations - Goldfields
Tuna Blue, on behalf of the Mental Health Commission, invites you to contribute to the AOD Crisis Intervention System Service Model Goldfields Community Forum
Join the discussion on AOD crisis intervention needs in Western Australia to explore current and optimal pathways for individuals in AOD crisis. We would like to hear from consumers, family members and carers, general community members and service providers.
This workshop is part of a broad community consultation process and will focus specifically on challenges and opportunities for improvement in AOD Crisis Intervention in the Goldfields region. More information about the project and planned consultation can... Continue reading
Great Documents to Share
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Guide to Funerals and Sorry Business during COVID 19
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Health Direct Website - Coronavirus
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Healthy WA website - Coronavirus
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Alcohol and Drug Foundation
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Strong Spirit Strong Mind website - COVID
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Strong Spirit Strong Mind COVID poster (3.8 MB) (pdf)
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Aboriginal Health Council of WA Covid-19 Response Toolkit for Member Services (834 KB) (pdf)
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MindSpot Brief Guide to Telehealth March 2020.pdf (186 KB) (pdf)
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Think Mental Health
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Lotterywest-COVID-19-Fund-QA (94.8 KB) (pdf)
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Managing your mental health at home (345 KB) (pdf)
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Goldfields Community Forum Flyer (406 KB) (pdf)
Who's listening
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Regional Manager – Goldfields/Country WA PHN
Phone 0429 628 435 Email sarah.brown@wapha.org.au -
Regional Coordinator / Primary Health Liaison – Goldfields/Country WA PHN
Phone 0439 276 534 Email raelene.craft@wapha.org.au -
Phone 0439 396 053 Email AshleyJane.Dow@wapha.org.au
