Group61 in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Group61

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 455 592 377

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25.01.2022 COMPETITION TIME Thank you to those of you who have taken the time to enter the competition so far, we love seeing you get out and about and creatively c...apturing the amazing poems and affirmations of James McInerney (@poetryproject08, @millsmc07). For those of you who have not had the chance to enter yet, there is still plenty of time and lots of posters to find JUST UNDER THREE WEEKS UNTIL THE EXPO STARTS (OCTOBER 10TH)- WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE END OF THE EXPO-OCTOBER 18th $250 worth of prizes to be WON- To enter simply take a photo/ selfie with every poster you find and tag us on Facebook (@mentalhealthexpo). TAKE SOME TIME, GET OUTDOORS AND FIND THOSE POEMS FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN @mentalhealthexpo

23.01.2022 Support each other and to support us, please like and share our posts

22.01.2022 If you are ever concerned about the health and safety of your Friend please: Talk to them. Ask them if they are ok active listening for a response.... Explain what you have noticed and why you are concerned active listening for a response. Reassure them you are there for them and will support them to Seek further help active listening for a response. If you remain concerned about your Friend. Explain you are still concerned and will need to seek further guidance from G61 AC / HQ. Ask them if you can contact their emergency contact/support to advise your concerns and activate some extra support for them if they say no ask if there is someone else you can contact family member / GP / Lifeline. Contact G61 for support. Call your AC asap for support. Call G61 HQ an advise the situation seek support on the next steps. Please remember: YOU are NOT alone! We are here for BOTH of you please call us 0455 592 377 If your friend is in crisis call 000 YOU are NOT alone! We are here for BOTH of you please call us 0455 592 377 #RUOK #ruokday2020 Wesley Mission Queensland

21.01.2022 To support us, please like and share our posts

20.01.2022 Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Brisbane. As it is time to enjoy some happy time, check all the events in Brisbane festival 4 - 26 Sep. https://www.brisbanefestival.com.au/whats-on Brisbane Festival is unlike anything else you can experience in the world. We redefine what an International Arts Festival looks and feels like, staying ahead of the game and bringing the next generation with us.... Brisbane Festival #brisbane #queensland #australia

20.01.2022 Wonderful news

19.01.2022 So the promo begins!!! Join us online over #mentalhealthweek Brisbane Mental Health Expo Wesley Mission Queensland

17.01.2022 Good morning everyone, how are we all?

16.01.2022 In case you missed them

16.01.2022 Happy Australian Citizenship Day, 17 September. We celebrate Australian Citizenship Day each year on 17 September since 2001. This day is an opportunity for all Australians to reflect: On the meaning and importance of Australian citizenship.... Responsibilities and privileges we have as citizens. As an Australian citizen we have the chance: To take pride in our citizenship. Celebrate our democratic values. Think about what unites us as Australians. Wesley Mission Queensland #australia #australiancitizenship #CitizenshipDay #queensland

14.01.2022 Free classes in Southbank - great opportunity for some gentle exercise and to build new friendships let us know if go along and please feel free to share

14.01.2022 Kat taking a moment to poetry scavenge for the Brisbane Mental Health Expo is anyone else hunting???

14.01.2022 Competition time!! Anyone feel like a challenge?

12.01.2022 As of today, 4th Sep, our current landline will be switched off, so you can reach ou to Group61 via: WMQ call center: 1300 242 076 or Group61 mobile: 0455 592 377 (we will call you back if requested) and our current email: [email protected]... We look forward to hearing from you

11.01.2022 MH week is around the corner. We will be promoting as many events as come our way - please let us know if you have any events you would like us to share

11.01.2022 Today is a special day. Its our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with lifes ups and downs. Let's learn more about R U OK? If you feel like somethings not quite the same with someone you know theres something going on in their life or you notice a change in what theyre saying or doing.... Take the time to ask them Are you OK? If someone says theyre not OK, make time to listen, encourage action, and check in. That conversation could change, or even save, their life. But how to ask? Here more information: https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask and also a guide file for R U OK day? https://irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com//RUOKDay2020_GuidetoSu R U OK Day Wesley Mission Queensland #RUOK #ruokday2020

11.01.2022 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia 1 in 5 Australians are affected by mental illness annually, yet many don’t seek help because of stigma. During the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritising mental health and wellbeing has been more important than ever. This World Mental Health Day October 10 the message is simple: Look after your mental health, Australia.... Mental Health Australia

10.01.2022 Beautiful poetry from featured international poet and writer, James McInerney Brisbane Mental Health Expo #WesleyMissionQld

10.01.2022 Queensland Seniors 2020 The elderly have so much to offer. They're our link with history. (John Cusack) This is the 60th year that we have been celebrating Queensland seniors week. In this time we cherish the valuable contributions our senior citizens have dedicated to our communities.... Queensland Seniors Week online portal: https://qldseniorsweek.org.au/ To find out more about this week's events check out this page: https://qldseniorsweek.org.au/events/ To support our group and effort, please like and share our posts #queenslandseniorsweek #queensland #seniorsweek #group61 #wesleymissionqueensland

08.01.2022 As we approach the father's day, on 6 Sep in Australia, so let us see what makes them happy? Thanks to Orbost Regional Health To support us, please like and share our posts

08.01.2022 HAVE YOU FOUND ANY POEMS YET? happy hunting everyone!! Please share your pics with us too!!! Wesley Mission Queensland

08.01.2022 Wynnum Community Place

07.01.2022 Throughout our history, senior citizens have contributed much to our families, communities, and our country. This gives us a reason to reserve a special week in honor of our senior citizens who mean so much to our nation. Queensland Seniors Week online portal: https://qldseniorsweek.org.au/... To find out more about this week's events: https://qldseniorsweek.org.au/events/ To support us, please like and share our posts #queenslandseniorsweek #queensland #seniorsweek #group61 #wesleymissionqueensland

07.01.2022 Alternative avenues for help and support each other. 5 ways to get mental health help without having to talk on the phone. and to support us, please like and share our posts

07.01.2022 Music, circus, yoga...free! Yes please let us know if youre going and keen for a meet up with other members??

06.01.2022 Maintaining good mental health is very important, but what we can do? Here are some ways to stay mentally healthy from the Australian Government Department of Health. 1. Maintain a healthy lifestyle... Key things that we know help include: Set up a daily routine. Plan activities that are fun (such as reading, watching movies, hobbies) and that give you a sense of achievement (such as cleaning, completing work tasks, learning a new skill). Stay active: create an exercise routine that can be completed at home, to maintain physical fitness and reduce stress. Eat well: plan and eat a variety of nutritious meals. Stay connected with friends and family via phone, chat, email, or video conferencing. 2. Stay informed: Getting information from trusted sources can help you determine reasonable precautions to take to maintain your health. See the links we have included about the COVID-19 facts. https://headtohealth.gov.au/covid-19-support/covid-19 3. Stay positive: Remember: This is unpleasant, but it will pass. What you say to yourself is important. Listen to the things you are saying to yourself and change negative comments to be more helpful and realistic. 4. Access support If youre feeling overwhelmed, access support: We have more information about how to access mental health services using be below link. https://headtohealth.gov.au/covid-19-support/covid-19 You can also check out the range of phone and online services that can offer mental health support. https://headtohealth.gov.au/covid-19-support/covid-19 #group61 #COVID19 #queensland #brisbane #australiangovernment #mentalhealth

06.01.2022 Have you enjoyed any of this weeks events?? Drop us a message and let us know what you have appreciated this week

06.01.2022 Today’s MHW line up #artsattheexpo

05.01.2022 Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble is excited to announce that our current production and first radio play, Macbeth in the Dark, is now live! On Sunday 4th October at 3pm, QSE will be offering Community Partners the chance to stream the production for free with members of our community and access to an exclusive Q&A session with members of our Cast and Crew. The stream and Q&A will be broadcast via Zoom. The production runs for 120 minutes and the Q&A will last 20-30 minutes, ...during which time we will discuss the production process and take questions. More information: http://qldshakespeare.org/macbeth-in-the-dark/ Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87054497916 Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble

05.01.2022 Today is the International Day of Democracy. Democracy provides the natural environment for the protection and effective realization of human rights through the participation of all citizens as stated by the United Nations. The values of freedom, respect for human rights, and the principle of holding periodic and genuine elections are also essential elements of democracy.... So all of us play a role in making our nations more democratic and a better place to live. United Nations #democracy #DemocracyDay #unitednations #australia

04.01.2022 Farewell lunch for Kat and Maria. Thank you ladies, we will miss you and wish you well on your next adventures

04.01.2022 Yes that is right people, only SIX WEEK to go until the Greater Brisbane Mental Health Expo. This event will be held between 10-18th October, with both online ...and pop up events throughout Brisbane, including great music, art, theatrical performances, The Poetry Project (poetryproject08), a scavenger hunt and prizes to be won. We will be providing you regular updates, useful resources and so much more. Stay tuned for more details See more

03.01.2022 COMPETITION TIME At times, and now more than ever, we can all feel overwhelmed, stressed and out of control. To help overcome these feelings, we can mak...e an effort to slow down and be more mindful. One way to do this is by going outside for a walk and taking the time to notice your surroundings. This is what inspired us to connect with UK poet and author James McInerney (@poetryproject08, @millsmc07) to bring you The Poetry Project COMPETITION! Since 2018, James uplifting and thought-provoking poems and affirmations have been spreading joy and happiness in public places throughout the world and youll soon find them in Brisbane! Will you find them all? OVER TO YOU TO TAKE SOME TIME, GET OUTDOORS AND FIND THOSE POEMS FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN @mentalhealthexpo

02.01.2022 Anyone watching?? Love to hear your thoughts!!

01.01.2022 World Alzheimer's Day is on 21 September each year. >Together we can end Alzheimer's disease.< Dementia is a collective name for progressive brain syndromes that affect memory, thinking, behavior and emotion. Dementia is the leading cause of disability and dependency among the elderly. The most well-known form of dementia is Alzheimers disease, which accounts for 50-60% of all cases.... Symptoms may include: Loss of memory Difficulty in finding the right words or understanding what people are saying Difficulty in performing previously routine tasks Personality and mood changes https://www.worldalzmonth.org/ Alzheimer's Association Wesley Mission Queensland #alzheimers #dementia #queensland #australia

01.01.2022 ****COVID19 UPDATE *** Hello everyone. In light of the latest COVID19 outbreak in QLD we are urging caution around face to face catch ups. Brisbane members, where possible we encourage you to revert to virtual catch ups for the next two weeks until we see the true numbers from the latest cluster. If you do proceed with face to face catch ups please ensure you check in via phone BEFORE your catch up and ask / clarify the following questions with each other: In the last two wee...ks have you; Been feeling unwell in anyway? Been exposed to anyone unwell? Been around anyone exposed to or at risk of exposure to COVID19? Returned from overseas / inter-state? PLEASE NOTE: if either person answers yes to any of the questions please: revert to virtual catch ups seek advice from a health professional let us know what is happening and how you are Please stay safe and take of yourself and each other feel free to contact us at the office if you have any questions / concerns or need support / a chat and thank you in advance for your understanding as we do our best to keep you both safe and connected! #covid19 #Queensland #Brisbane

01.01.2022 Working together to prevent suicide.