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24.01.2022 How incredible is this small business!! Make sure you get over to their online shop and find yourself an amazing gift - Christmas is only just around the corner!!

24.01.2022 #westfieldlocalheroes #handsofffoundation #blessed #speechless #giantcheque

23.01.2022 One week into our Awareness Month and we’ve had so many generous donations - AMAZING! Still a little way to go to reach our goal of $5000! Can you spare a few $ to help brighten someone’s day? Even the smallest donation can have a large impact on a survivor!... Please help us unite in the fight against Family and Sexual Violence

21.01.2022 Celebrating this amazing win Thankyou Westfield Knox and also to our local community for voting!! What a wonderful feeling to be recognised for all the hard work!

21.01.2022 We are really excited to be working with Eclipse Earth for the month of November! Eclipse Earth is a small business based in the South East of Melbourne. What originally started as a hobby and passion for creating wearable items from crystals and cords, has since blossomed into the small business it is today! Eclipse Earth has expressed the gratitude they have for the community for supporting them and getting the business to where it is and would like to take the opportunity... to give back. Eclipse Earth is teaming up with Hands Off and donating 20% of all of their profits for the month of November! This is an extremely generous gesture and we are really excited to work with them! So please go show them some love, follow them on social media and if you can buy some products! You’ll be supporting local business and local charity all at once!

21.01.2022 In addition to silencing victims of rape and sexual, the Victorian laws prevent many survivors, who had previously been allowed to tell their stories, from speaking publicly. Read more: https://7news.link/32ltP4k

20.01.2022 STRONGER TOGETHER CHALLENGE As part of The Hands Off Foundation's Awareness Campaign - which will be running through the whole of June, we are creating videos which show solidarity and support for each other in not only this tough period, but always in the fight against Family Violence and Sexual Assault. These videos will be used to create awareness for the Hands Off Foundation but also to show survivors that there are so many people out there that are willing and wantin...g to help. This particular video is about Strength - whether it be physical, mental or emotional, together we are STRONGER! How do you get involved? Perform 1 -2 Yoga poses which you associate with strength or feeling strong - get as many of your family members as possible involved too. To be involved - Donate or pledge an amount (completely up to you!) to the Hands Off Foundation. Hands Off Foundation BSB: 013479 Acc No: 218262783 Film you and your family doing the pose (and email to [email protected] by Monday 1st June) - please do not send via messenger to the Hands Off page as we cannot download it from there If you would like to know more about the Hands Off Foundation visit our website or check out the Facebook page Have Fun!!! I hope you all get involved and help us with the massive task ahead of us.

19.01.2022 Looking to make a positive difference in someone’s life? Even if it’s someone you will never meet... Your generosity can create a brighter tomorrow for someone in need Find out more at www.handsofffoundation.com.au

18.01.2022 Not long until the end of the month Help us reach our goal of $5000!!!!!

18.01.2022 WE’RE ALMOST HALF WAY! We’re so excited! What amazing generous people there are in the world Help us reach that exact half way goal by the end of THIS WEEKEND!!... Get sharing and get donating! We can do this

18.01.2022 Ever wanted to know where we store all the amazing things for care packs?

17.01.2022 These stats are very frightening!

16.01.2022 Thank you to the Students and their Families of Nsync Dance Academy who participated in the Family's Unite Challenge! Their Challenge was to teach their family a short dance so we could create this short video, demonstrating that as families we must say NO and UNITE against Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence. These incredible people donated to be a part of the challenge and raised and AMAZING $800 for the Hands Off Foundation!... Could your school, club, work place or even group of friends create their own??? Contact us if you want more information on how - trust us...it's so much fun!

16.01.2022 The truth about childhood trauma: ‘Healing takes years of work’

16.01.2022 Just one of the many Care Packs we are putting together for a deserving young lady Some survivors can’t manage even just the essentials that we all take for granted If you want to help make someone’s tomorrow brighter please contact us now and we’ll show you how!

15.01.2022 MINDFULNESS MONDAY Did you know....Mindfulness is the practice of focusing on thoughts, feelings and sensations in the moment. This technique helps reduce stress and anxiety and is proven to relieve symptoms associated with PTSD, depression and other stress related illnesses. ... This makes it a super important part of what we do at Hands Off, as learning to be present can help survivors of trauma move past their pain and build strong and successful lives. Why not try 20 minutes of a mindfulness activity today and see the benefits? We suggest mindfulness colouring as that’s what every survivor gets in our care packs! Once you’ve felt the benefits of mindfulness, help us pass that on to people that need it by donating through Facebook below if you can! Sharing this, our other great posts, liking our Facebook page and inviting your friends to support us is also an amazing help and aids us in continuing to support survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence!

15.01.2022 We're very excited to be launching the Hands Off Foundation Awareness Month! For all of June we will be shining a light on the absolutely essential work the foundation does to help survivors and their families, as well as uniting in the fight against Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence. Keep a look out tomorrow for more details about our Awareness Month and how you can help us reach our goal of $5000 by June 30th!

15.01.2022 Doing some Christmas Shopping this weekend? How about throwing an extra item or 2 in your trolley for someone in need? All donations can be posted or delivered to Rowville (contact us directly for address)

15.01.2022 Is your business looking to help out a charity this Christmas? Why not do a Care Pack Drive! Contact us to learn how you can create Care Packs in your business which would be directly donated to Children, Women and Men in need this Christmas!

15.01.2022 While for all of us the COVID-19 crisis has caused many disruptions, for many it has made finding a safe space impossible. Check on those people in your life that you may be worried about Create secret ‘Safe Words’ so you know if they are in trouble ... Are you yourself concerned about the situation you face? Click on the link below to read about how Victoria Police are here to help you https://www.police.vic.gov.au/family-violence

15.01.2022 Meet our Vice President, Kate, and hear about how Hands Off Foundation first started!

15.01.2022 It’s never nice to hear or read but statistic can’t be ignored! Make a difference...find out how at www.handsofffoundation.com.au

14.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who came an supported the #handsofffoundation trivia night! We raised an amazing $4000!!! #trivia #quizzame #winners #fundraising #prizes #creatingbrightertomorrows

13.01.2022 Check out some more of these wonderful words of encouragement from counselors and advocates of survivors of sexual assault/domestic violence. We hope you're impressed with the work we're doing, and if you'd like to help us continue this work, please head to our Facebook fundraiser to donate!

13.01.2022 Exercise of any kind is not only good for the body but also for our mental wellbeing It is proven that exercise is a Natural and effective anti-anxiety treatment... Relieves Tension and Stress Boosts Physical and Mental Energy Enhances wellbeing through the release of endorphins During this period of isolation it's been hard to get out and get moving and as winter sets in the motivation to go outside is less and less! Join our Body, Mind Synergy class right in your own home where you can be warm! Our online class held every Saturday morning at 10am via Microsoft Teams (donation to Hands Off Foundation required). To join, simply email [email protected] or message 0400 679 888 with your email address and you will be added to the group. Each class consists of: Warm up Strength Cardio Core Yoga asanas Breathing Relaxation Meditation All this in 1hr 15 min. You will truly feel amazing!!!!! Remember, you are the most important person in your world! So, take this opportunity to treat yourself to this amazing experience, as well as donating to a good cause.

13.01.2022 Meet Steph - The Hands Off Foundation secretary! You have no idea how much work she does for the foundation! Join her and her helpers as they make a care pack for a survivor of sexual assault

13.01.2022 Congratulations to this incredibly brave woman Grace Tame May your story inspire others to not stay silent. #LetHerSpeak

13.01.2022 Body, Mind Synergy classes are a fusion of fitness and yoga. Please join the online class held every Saturday morning at 10am via Microsoft Teams (donation to Hands Off Foundation required). To join, simply email [email protected] or message 0400 679 888 with your email address and you will be added to the group.... Each class consists of: Warm up Strength Cardio Core Yoga asanas Breathing Relaxation Meditation All this in 1hr 15 min. You will truly feel amazing!!!!! Remember, you are the most important person in your world! So, take this opportunity to treat yourself to this amazing experience, as well as donating to a good cause.

12.01.2022 Report family violence Family violence occurs in all communities, cultures and socio-economic groups and is not acceptable in any part of any culture. Family violence is against the law. http://ow.ly/VLTt50xEISn

12.01.2022 Preparing to donate but still want to know more? Head over to our website and check out everything you need to know about the Hands Off Foundation - including our annual events which we hope to resume as restrictions ease! www.handsofffoundation.com.au... Don't forget that your donation is 100% Tax Deductable! https://www.facebook.com/donate/256093299066004/?fundraiser_source=external_url

11.01.2022 What does this sunny day need? A Bunnings sausage!! Come down and see us @bunnings Scoresby

11.01.2022 WOW We raised an AMAZING $3702 We may have been a little shy of our goal but we couldn’t be more grateful to the incredibly generous people who donated as part of our Awareness Month ... People have many reasons for donating - generosity, personal experience, our charity may speak to you or even if it was a tax deduction...whatever the reason, your donation means that someone who is possibly in the darkest time of their life feels believed and cared for To learn more, or become involved please visit www.handsofffoundation.com.au

10.01.2022 Between July 2018 and June 2019 there were 1,730 cases of Family violence in the Knox Area alone. In Victoria there were 82,652 cases. In 2016 there were almost 13,000 cases of sexual assault in Victoria which rose 45% from 2012 just four years earlier. This number continues to grow. These statistics are just the start. Many incidents of sexual and family violence are left unreported. These numbers are why our foundation needs your help. Every year we receive more and more re...quests for support from survivors of sexual assault and family violence. In order to provide this support, we need help from all of you. We rely on donations to allow us to provide survivors with care packs that aid them during the healing process and to spread awareness of the prevalence sexual crimes. Please help us continue to support survivors and give what you can.

10.01.2022 Here are some wonderful words from some of the counsellors that the Hands Off Foundation has worked with over the years. 100% of your donation will go towards helping survivors of sexual assault and family violence and help us continue our work - please give what you can. Head over to our Facebook page to join in our fundraiser!

10.01.2022 Looking for a way to give back and also get some benefits for yourself? Join the Body Mind and Spirit Centre on a Saturday morning at 10am (online of course) for their Body Mind Synergy Class! The best part? The cost is up to you! ... All proceeds will go directly to the Hands Off Foundation, pay whatever you like! It’s a donation on your terms and you get the benefits of this amazing class! Want more details of how to participate? Get in contact with the Hands Off Foundation, Body Mind Spirit Centre or with Donna on 0400 679 888

09.01.2022 A very big Thank you to the Lilydale International for running this incredible fundraiser! Those funds will make someone’s 2020 brighter

09.01.2022 Why ‘good intentions’ are not enough to address sexual assault

09.01.2022 Looking for a good night out for a great cause? Join us for our annual Trivia Night with the awesome Quizzame team! Loads of fun and great prizes!... Click the link below to secure your table!

08.01.2022 Hear from a Counsellor how Hands Off is helping survivors: "One of my teenage clients, who was a recent victim of rape, came from a very disadvantaged family background, also having to be a carer for younger siblings and a carer to her mother who had significant mental health issues. She requested assistance to buy some Christmas items/gifts for her family, so they could celebrate Christmas. My client had discussed with me, that she wanted to feel normal, like other teenagers... and decorate her house with a Christmas tree. The Hands Off foundation put together one of the most beautiful packages I have ever seen! It included a beautiful Christmas tree, lots of Christmas decorations, a number of other personal items (soft blankets, socks, stationary, etc), and a gift voucher so my client could buy and place Christmas gifts under the tree for her family members. Upon receiving the package my client was moved to tears, but they were tears of happiness in the knowledge that someone cared for her and her family and that her needs did matter" - Counsellor for survivors of sexual assault and family violence The committee members and volunteers at The Hands Off Foundation are constantly overwhelmed with the increasing prevalence of sexual assault and family violence towards young people. As shown in the graph below, people under the age of 19 experience the highest rates of sexual assault across the lifespan. If you'd like to contribute to helping people heal, brightening someone's day and assist us create more feel good stories like the one above and the pictures below, make sure to donate to our fundraiser, running for the month of June! The link to donate can be found on our Facebook page!

08.01.2022 Do you need to update your First Aid? Or maybe you’ve always wanted to be certified? Come along and do it with the Hands Off Foundation. ... A group session will be held in Rowville at a very very affordable price!! Currently taking expressions of interest so we can lock down a date! Contact us now!!!!

08.01.2022 Today is the final day!! We might be a little way off our goal but there’s still time left to make a difference Remember today is JUNE 30 and any donation you make is 100% TAX DEDUCTIBLE

08.01.2022 Did you know that Hands Off Foundation provides writing journals in all care packs? You may consider this to be a simple item, however we believe these are one of the most important care pack items! Interestingly, journaling is an incredibly beneficial mindfulness activity for people with a history of trauma or PTSD. Writing in a journal can have significant positive impacts on your mental health!... If you’re looking for something to boost your mood or reduce symptoms of depression, why not give journaling a go! The image below are Hands Off's own journaling items. This is what your donation could be providing for a survivor. To donate a journal and writing pens, simply click the ‘donate’ button on our Facebook fundraiser and make a $5 donation.

08.01.2022 If your first instinct when hearing about sexual abuse, even as a rumor, is to think to yourself "that person wouldn't do that", you are part of the problem. No... one thought that nice, charming, doctor working with the gymnasts was a predator, and here we are now, learning there were hundreds of victims. So I have to ask, if someone told you a nice teacher, of any gender, or coach, neighbor, or even relative, was abusing children, would your first instinct be to believe the child and seek an investigation, or remind yourself of how nice the adult is? If it's the latter, you have your answer for why victims don't come forward. #childabuse #survivors #AthleteA

07.01.2022 How amazing is it when people go above and beyond - especially in these COVID times! Thank you Eclipse Earth for your generosity Make sure you head over to their page to give them some love

07.01.2022 Only a few weeks to go! Book your tickets now! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of delicious wines, scrumptious nibbles, good music, raffle prizes and our exclusive Art Auction! What a way to spend an afternoon and supporting a good cause!... Wine-Not?!?! Click on link below for details and tix!!

07.01.2022 Learn more about the foundation and their vital work from committee president Donna Jordan

06.01.2022 A big thank you to Donna and Lauren from the Hands Off Foundation for all the work your foundation does and for coming to talk to us yesterday. Your care packs are so valuable to our clients. https://www.handsofffoundation.com.au/

06.01.2022 How amazing are these we want to thank @letsgetgrazey for helping us out at the last minute when we were desperate and @shionatatnell for all your generous donations and time putting these together for our committee members #hightea #agm #thankful #handsofffoundation

06.01.2022 Event: The Hands Off foundation's mission is to aid the healing process for families and survivors of Sexual Assault by providing tangible and meaningful suppor...t at times when they need it the most. Come down to their sausage sizzle at Scoresby Bunnings on Friday 29th November and grab yourself a good old fashioned sausage in bread! See more

06.01.2022 Even with stage 4 restrictions, you will NOT be fined for leaving your home to escape family violence. You are allowed to leave your home at any time to escape ...family violence. If you need to leave your home because you are unsafe, the curfew will not apply to you, and if you need to travel further than 5km to be safe, you will not be fined. Help is still available. Contact safe steps Family Violence Response Centre on - 1800 015 188 - [email protected] - or use their webchat function between 9am - 9pm Monday to Friday - https://www.safesteps.org.au//family-violence-webchat-sup/ In an emergency, call 000.

05.01.2022 Don’t forget to join us tomorrow for our AGM to celebrate the last year in the Hands Off Foundation! Grab yourself a cup of tea or coffee and some morning tea and join us from the comfort of your own home! We don’t even mind if you wear Pajamas! 11am ... zoom link below https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84182996804

05.01.2022 More Awareness...More Power!

05.01.2022 Why not pop into the Lilydale International this festive season and grab a delicious meal and also buy a $5 bauble in support of the Hands Off Foundation! Thanks to the Lilydale International for their continued support

05.01.2022 COVID-19 made most things stop...but not family and sexual violence. The @handsofffoundation are still providing vouchers to survivors in this exceptionally trying time. But WE NEED YOUR HELP! Stayed tuned for how you can help us provide much help to those who desperately need it! #isolationfundraising #helpingothers #handsofffoundation #saynotofamilyviolence

05.01.2022 Throughout the month of June we have highlighted some of the amazing work we do and the people who help us do it. We have asked for donations, but there are many other ways you can help our charity and cause. Stand up and speak out against sexual violence, family violence and abuse. Spreading awareness is the first step towards reducing the overwhelming statistics. Thank you to those who support The Hands Off Foundation, we could not do what we do without you

05.01.2022 HOW AMAZING Thank you so much to Eclipse Earth for their absolutely generous offer in November to donate a portion of sales to our clients This has come at such an important time with many families needing that little extra support at Christmas ... Head over to their page and show a small business some love

04.01.2022 Have you bought your tickets?!?!? Hurry and purchase them now! Only 2 weeks to go!!

03.01.2022 Coming up to Christmas Hands Off Foundation is inundated with requests for support to help survivors of sexual assault and family violence. During this busy time we provide many care packs to men, women and children to help them heal. We are asking for assistance with care pack items this Christmas to help us continue our work in supporting those affected by sexual and assault family violence and the trauma they cause. ... If you can help, any donations of goods that can be used in our care packs would be so greatly appreciated.

03.01.2022 We help so many that have all gone through traumatic experiences. Meditation can be one of the ways to take some time away from trauma and stress. Meditation has many benefits, such as: Reducing stress... Controlling anxiety Promoting emotional health Enhancing self-awareness Lowering blood pressure Follow along to these simple meditations and give yourself some self-love!

03.01.2022 This will be on the TV from Monday - but I wanted you to see it first. This is a stressful, difficult time for everyone. But that’s no excuse.... Because there is no excuse for family violence.

03.01.2022 Have a read of some of the feedback we have received from counsellors who we have worked with in the past! These are the things your money goes towards

02.01.2022 Only a couple days left to grab your tickets!! No plans this Saturday afternoon? Join us for a fun and lazy afternoon of wine, nibbles, good conversation and of course for a good cause

02.01.2022 And we're off Day 1 of the Hands Off Foundation's Awareness Month! This month you will be seeing daily posts all about the AMAZING work the Foundation does including:... What does the Hands Off Foundation do Videos from the President of the committee and committee members Statistics on the epidemic which is Family and Sexual Violence Statements from Counsellors and Health Care Professionals on the impact that the Hands Off Foundation on their clients recovery journey and wellbeing Partnering Organisations and their Fundraisers for Hands Off How you can help and be involved with the Foundation How to help us reach our goal of $5000 by June 30th!

02.01.2022 Just a few days left! Grab your tickets and be prepared for a night of fun for a good cause!

01.01.2022 Learn more about why Self Care is so important! Now, more than ever, we need to look after ourselves and of course, wherever we can, support each other

01.01.2022 We’re well on our way to our goal but there’s still a bit to go Help us make a difference in the lives of those that really need it