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24.01.2022 Are you visiting your parents for the first time since COVID-19 restrictions lifted in Victoria? If you haven't seen your parents much this year, take a moment when you visit to look for clues they might be struggling a bit at home. If you know what to look for, there are often signs your parents might need some extra help around the house. Check out our article below on the seven clues to look for when you visit. And enjoy your reunions!

23.01.2022 NEW LCHS RESEARCH: HALF OF AUSTRALIANS WITH DISABILITY DON'T FEEL INCLUDED IN THEIR COMMUNITY. As an NDIS partner in the community, we're working towards a more inclusive and accessible Australia for all. After all, everyone deserves the same opportunities and experiences. We recently surveyed 600 people with disability and their carers, and found half don't have a positive experience in day-to-day activities like grocery shopping, taking the train or eating out. These quote...s from the people we surveyed describe why. We've put together a discussion paper that outlines how we can change these experiences. If you want to learn what you can do, visit bit.ly/accessandinclusion

22.01.2022 It is important to know how to correctly dispose of single-use face masks to keep ourselves, our environment, and our wildlife safe. Follow the simple steps below to do your part: Break the ear loops: By breaking the ear loops on your mask, you help to avoid a scenario where animals may become entangled in the loop accidentally if it was to end up in the environment. ... General waste, don't recycle: It’s also important not to put disposable masks in the recycling bin, as they can get caught in recycling equipment and become a potential biohazard to waste workers. Place any used face mask in a closed bin, ideally one that does not need to be touched so you can avoid the risk of spreading infection. Ditch single-use for reusable: Where possible, try to use reusable masks. These can be easily machine washed and do not need to be thrown away.

18.01.2022 This week is Social Inclusion Week and our staff have a very powerful message for you. Everyone can play a part in making others in our community feel included and valued. We ask you to listen to our message and do what you can to support those around you. Let's help everyone in our community to feel welcome.

17.01.2022 Today is World Diabetes Day, symbolised by the Blue Circle. The Blue Circle signifies the unity of the global diabetes community. Our staff are jumping behind those with diabetes. Check out their Blue Circle selfies below. At LCHS, we have diabetes educators, dietitians, physios, exercise physiologists and podiatrists who work together, alongside your GP and endocrinologist to ensure best results. ... If you need support managing your diabetes, give us a call on 1800 242 696. #WDD

17.01.2022 When we think of Halloween the word 'healthy' doesn't come to mind. But there are lots of ways to make Halloween healthy! With the help of our dietitians, we've put together some awesome treats that also tick the healthy box. Here is how we made each one: Apple teeth: slice up some apples and spread with your favourite nut butter. We used macadamia nuts for the teeth, but you could use cashews or even raisins.... Banana ghosts: Halve a banana and dip in low-fat Greek yogurt. Stick on some dark chocolate chips to make the face and pop these in the freezer for a yummy icy treat. Witch broomsticks: Slice up some low-fat cheese and tie it around a pretzel stick. We secured them in place with some cooking string. Spider sandwiches: Use a cookie cutter or glass to cut circles from your favourite low GI bread. Fill your spider sandwiches with ham and cheese or nut butter, stick in some pretzel legs and you have a creepy-crawly sandwich. We added some dark chocolate chips for the eyes, but you could also use raisins or nuts. Get creative and have a go at turning your favourite Halloween treats into healthy snacks. The kids will love it!

17.01.2022 Do you love a good podcast? They are a great way to learn and explore topics of interest. You can listen while you work out, clean the house, or even on your daily commute to work. If you're looking for some new podcasts to listen to, check out the below Aussie podcasts that focus on disability.... 1. Chronically Fully Sick is a podcast by Chloe Sargeant and Joanna Nilson who describe their show as ‘a podcast about chronic illness, the wondrous joys of unrelenting pain, and all sorts of generally silly and straight-up rude garbage.’ https://open.spotify.com/show/2Ngm8n5elIVEsl0QmcawAb 2. Dylan Alcott and Angus O’Loughlin speak to people living with disability about their lives and ask them the questions you thought were off-limits in their podcast ListenABLE. https://www.podcastoneaustralia.com.au/podcasts/listenable 3. One in 5, produced by the Melbourne Disability Institute, gives a voice to people with disability and asks about their experiences with employment, housing, the law, supporting families and early intervention. https://disability.unimelb.edu.au/media/one-in-five 4. Yarning with Our Mob from Positive Partnerships features Maria Watson-Trudgett, of the Wiradjuri people, yarning with parents, carers and service providers who share their stories about autism in Indigenous communities. https://www.positivepartnerships.com.au//yarning-with-our-

12.01.2022 **Moe COVID-19 testing site closed for Tuesday 3rd November** The Moe COVID-19 drive-through testing site at Moe Kmart will be closed tomorrow for the Melbourne Cup public holiday. There will be no testing available at the site. For more information on where to get tested, visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/where-get-tested-covid-19... Latrobe Health Advocate Latrobe Health Assembly Gippsland PHN Latrobe City Council

09.01.2022 From all of us at Latrobe Community Health Service, we would like to wish you a very happy, healthy and Merry Christmas! Stay safe over the Christmas period and we will see you all in the new year. Reminder - our sites are closed Friday 25, Saturday 26 December and Friday 1 January, with the exception of Moe After Hours Medical Service.

09.01.2022 Getting your finances sorted can be stressful at the best of times. Budgets, bills, transfer fees and withdrawal limits - these are important conversations that help us keep our accounts in order. But trips to the bank can be even more stressful for people with hearing impairments, especially when there's a lot of background noise they can't cut out. The team at Bank of Melbourne is changing this experience. They've introduced portable hearing loops and trained staff in acces...sible communication, so people with hearing difficulties can do their banking with ease. We're really pleased to have helped the bank implement this initiative. Click on the link below to read more. If you'd like to learn how you can communicate clearly with people with hearing difficulties, get in touch. As your NDIS partner in the community, we're here to help. 1800 242 696 [email protected]

06.01.2022 We've posted a lot of great videos over the years that cover client stories and experiences with our services, through to advice about nutrition and exercise, and a range of other health topics. To make these easier to find, we've put together some topical playlists on our Facebook page. Simply click the link below to check out these playlists. You'll be able to find a range of videos on different topics without having to search through pages and pages of clip...s! https://www.facebook.com/latrobecommunityhealthserv/videos/

06.01.2022 We can all agree that 2020 was a year we won't forget, but now that we are getting back to some normality, it is time to figure out what we want 2021 to look like. For some, this might mean setting some new year's resolutions or planning out a goal list for the year ahead. If you're planning on making health-related goals this year and want to make them stick, check out our latest blog post below. It contains 5 easy tips on how you can make new year's resolutions that stick.... More broadly, the tips in this article can be applied to goal setting at any time of the year! If you have a read and decide to set some goals, drop them in the comments below. Tip 3 is to 'Talk about it' so make it public and tell us what you are going to achieve in 2021. https://www.lchs.com.au//5-ways-you-can-stick-to-your-new/

05.01.2022 If you know someone who lives with sensory sensitivities, you'll know how challenging going to the pool can be. Loud noises, bright lights, crowded change rooms and unfamiliar textures - these can be overwhelming and extremely uncomfortable for some of us. In fact, they can put people off from going to the pool altogether. Our friends at the Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre are changing that experience with dedicated quiet times. We're really proud to have helped the le...isure centre roll out this inclusive experience, and can't wait for the centre to reopen so more people can enjoy the pool. Have a read of what the centre got up to before COVID-19. If you'd like to learn how you can create a sensory-friendly environment, get in touch. As your NDIS partner in the community, we're here to help. 1800 242 696 [email protected]