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Tuesday 7 September 2010
7-9pm
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FED UP WITH CHILDREN'S BEHAVIOUR
A presentation by Sue Dengate.
$10 per person/couple. At Concordia College Chapel, Highgate.
This talk includes information on;
- Tantrums, arguments, oppositional or defiant behaviour
- Bedwetting, sneaky poos, sticky poos
- Asthma, itchy skin rashes, migraine
- Difficulty falling asleep, frequent night waking
- Depression, unexplained tiredness, difficulty concentrating
- Hidden and new food additives, what’s wrong with fruit.
Sue’s Fed Up, Failsafe Cookbook and DVD "Fed Up with Children’s Behaviour" will be available at a discounted price, cash or cheque only. The evening will not cater to children.
To register for this talk or for more information, contact Bronwyn on 08 8299 9208 or 0407299920 or email.
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Fed Up Flyer
Media Release
Website
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Sunday 12 September
6.30pm - 9pm
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EMPOWERED BIRTH AFTER CAESAREAN
What are your options for your next birth? An information night hosted by CARES SA. $16 per person, $20 per couple. Held at the Royal Coach Motor Inn, Kent Town. Registrations from 6.15pm. Contact Emily on 0413 896 906.
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GROUP FACILITATION SKILLS - Three Day Workshop
This professional development opportunity is for staff and volunteers who want to further develop their skills to facilitate a range of groups including; support groups, volunteer groups and skills education groups
within the workplace or in community settings.
Topics covered;
- Adult learning styles and how to cater for difference within a group
- Creating session plans for your group
- Setting safe boundaries which allow participants to gain the maximum
benefit from the group
- Setting group objectives
- Group dynamics — how to deal with difficult situations and different
personalities within the group. How to make the group positive for all
participants
- Dealing with conflict in groups
- Review communication skills and how to apply to groups
- Lunch, morning and afternoon tea includedSelect from the following dates:
Wednesdays in September: 15, 22, 29.
Fridays in October: 8, 15, 29.
Fridays in November: 19, 26 and December 3.
From 10am to 4pm at either Morphett Vale or Hindmarsh (dependent on date). Cost $180 in advance. To enrol, call 8392-3100. For further information, call Kerry Reid on 8392-3108.
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September 2010
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MUM'S HOUSE DAD'S HOUSE
A workshop for separated parents wanting to understand and manage the changes in their family. The workshop will enable you to:
- Share with others what is different now that the family has changed
- Learn about what your children need from you
- Learn about communicating respectfully with the other parent
- Identify what gets in the way of working together as parents
- Develop strategies to deal with what gets in the way
- Understand the developmental attachment needs of your children
Available Sessions:
Thursday 16 September 2010 (9.30am – 12.30pm)
Wenesday 22 September 2010 (6pm – 9pm)
Held at Centacare Fennescey House, Adelaide. $5 per person. For bookings, please contact Centacare on 8210 8200 or email.
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Mums House Dads House Flyer
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Friday mornings 10am - 12pm.
Concludes 17 September 2010
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WHO'S IN CHARGE
A course for parents, guardians or caregivers who are struggling with children or adolescents that use violence and abuse toward them and/or other family members. Parenting strategies for coping with difficult situations and behaviours.
Free. Held at Southern Junction Community Services - Community Connections, Seaford Meadows. Bookings and enquiries to Amber, ph 8326 2955.
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Whos In Charge Flyer
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Various dates to December 2010
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PRE-DIABETES
A consumer forum with information, advice and support for consumers. Pre diabetes occurs when the blood glucose level is higher than normal, but not high enough for a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. People with pre diabetes have a 1 in 3 chance of developing type 2 diabetes within 5-10 years, but this can be minimised through healthy eating and physical activity. Come along and learn what these terms mean and how to minimise the chances of developing type 2 diabetes. FREE. To RSVP call Diabetes SA, ph 8354 5800 email.
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Pre-Diabetes flyer
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Fortnightly from 9.30am to 10.30am
 
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EpiPen EDUCATION WORKSHOP
For patients, parents and carers of children at risk of Anaphylaxis.
Conducted fortnightly. Presented by an Allergy Nurse. Bookings essential.
To be held at FMC, Paediatric Clinic, Bedford Park ph 8204 4910 and Southern Prrimary Health, Morphett Vale phone 8325 8100.
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EpiPen program 2010
EpiPen flyer
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Monthly from 2pm - 4pm
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ECZEMA EDUCATION WORKSHOP
For patients, parents and carers of children with Atopic Eczema.
The workshop is held monthly. Bookings are essential. Presented by Marianne Grillo, Dermatology Nurse and Pam Hudson, Allergy Nurse. Held at Southern Primary Health, Morphett Vale (next to the NAB bank), phone 8325 8100 and FMC Paediatric Clinic, Level 4, phone 8204 4910.
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Eczema program 2010
Eczema flyer
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Monthly
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WOMEN'S HEALTH STATEWIDE
Free monthly seminars are held on the second Tuesday of each month and provide an opportunity to hear vibrant speakers present on diverse practice perspectives related to mental health, violence and abuse.
At 64 Pennington Terrace, North Adelaide. Bookings are essential as seating is limited. To RSVP please phone 8239 9600.
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Monthly events
Friday Forum Program for 2010
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On-going
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CANCER VOICES SA
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Visit the CVSA website here
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On-going
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EVENTS FOR WOMEN'S INFORMATION SERVICE
These and other women’s events can be found by clicking here.
Contact the Women’s Information Service on 8303 0590 or email .
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First Wednesdays of the month
1pm - 3pm
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NOARLUNGA BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
The Noarlunga Breast Cancer Support Group is a member of Breast Cancer Network of Australia and is supported by the Cancer Council of Australia.
An informal group, held at Southern Women's, where women of all ages who have experienced breast cancer can come for positive, warm, friendly, emotional support and information.
To share their concerns and joys with others who have been through similar experiences of breast cancer with encouragement to have a positive outlook on life.
No cost. Contact Shirley on 8556 2179.
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On-going
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YARROW PLACE TRAINING
Yarrow Place, part of the Children, Youth and Women's Health Service, encourages and supports individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities to participate in training, with four main roles:
- providing direct services to those raped or sexually assaulted, were aged 16 years or more at the time of the assault
- advocacy in relation to key issues, public policy, planning and service delivery in the area of sexual violence against adults
- resourcing other agencies and workers to provide services to victims/survivors
- working to prevent rape and sexual assault.
Phone 8226 8777 or email . |
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MEDICARE DIABETES GROUP HEALTHY LIFESTYLE SESSIONS
Type 2 diabetic patients are eligible to attend 8 group sessions per year (in addition to EPC program), plus an initial individual review. The healthy lifestyle group cover nutrition and exercise and will assist patients to become better informed. For further information, contact Wellness and Lifestyle on 08 8331 3000.
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On-going
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THE SOUTHERN PRIMARY HEALTH SERVICE
FREE services. Doctor’s referral ot required. All information provided is confidential. Services include:
Counselling, Health information / referral, Community Health Services for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, Early Childhood and Family Team Services, Group programs for a range of physical, social and emotional health issues, Nutrition services, Social Work, Primary Health Care Nursing, Childbirth and parenting courses, Psychology services, Men's health, Women's health, Programs for older people, Cancer support and information and various support groups.
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Course Guide Semester 1 2010
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Mondays 10am to 12noon
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THE WOMEN EXPERIENCING LIFELONG LEARNING (WELL) GROUP
For mothers with infants under 12 months of age who are having difficulty adjusting to becoming a parent and are at risk of developing or are experiencing post natal depression or anxiety. The program requires that clients are linked to a GP and aims to complement the medical care provided.
Held at Southern Primary Health Seaford, Corner Main Street & Grand Boulevard, Seaford. Free crèche. The WELL Group is a joint initiative of Perinatal Infant Mental Health – GP Shared Care and Southern Adelaide Health Service. For information or bookings, contact Maria Wigley, ph 0488 025 995 or Southern Primary Health Seaford, ph 8392 4500.
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Weekly
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BE SMOKE FREE!
The Tobacco and Mental Illness Project is running weekly information and support groups for smokers who have mental illness and want to quit or reduce their tobacco use.
There are groups currently running at Noarlunga, Keswick, Unley, Stepney, Port Adelaide, Elizabeth and Modbury. Email for further information.
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Mondays
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ASTHMA INFORMATION
Hourly asthma appointments held on Mondays. Telephone advice and follow-up also available.
Held in 'Emergency' at Noarlunga Hospital. Contact 8384 9288.
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Second Tuesdays of the month
9.30am - 11.30am
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CAESAREAN BIRTH AWARENESS AND INFORMATION
CARES-SA (Caesarean Awareness, Recovery, Education and Support) is a non-profit, community support group working to educate and inform women about caesarean birth, the safety of vaginal birth after a caesarean and providing support for women and families dealing with issues surrounding caesarean birth.
Informal coffee mornings are held at the Eastwood Community Centre, Eastwood every second Tuesday of the month from 9.30 am -11.30 am. Partners and children welcome. For information contact Deb Minge, Coordinator, on 0402 766 756.
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Thursdays 12noon - 1pm
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RELAXATION AND MEDITATION COURSES
The techniques taught in the classes may assist you in learning to cope with pain, stress and anxiety.
They may also help with chronic illness, tinnitus and recovering from injury.
With a cost of $33 for each course, for enquiries and bookings call 8222 5193.
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Visit the Royal Adelaide Hospital Health Promotion website
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On-going
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ARA COURSES
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Visit the ARA website
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On-going
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RCA COURSES
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Visit the Refugee Council of Australia website
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On-going
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CANCER SUPPORT NETWORK COURSES
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Cancer Support Network Support Groups, Programs and Information
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