National Centre for Farmer Health in Hamilton, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

National Centre for Farmer Health

Locality: Hamilton, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5551 8533

Address: PO Box 283 3300 Hamilton, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.farmerhealth.org.au

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24.01.2022 In what has already been a challenging 2020, we are now fast approaching a time of year which traditionally places extra strain on our mental health. Managing the ‘end of year rush’, farm-related fatigue, over-indulgence in food and alcohol, and the challenges of social interaction (or isolation) means this is not always the joyful time portrayed. Fortunately there is help and support available through the National Centre for Farmer Health's Online Psychology Service with Bul...k Billing option now available. The National Centre for Farmer Health have partnered with Lysn to improve access to mental health care across the rural farming regions of Australia through the use of a telehealth platform. The Lysn platform gives rural men and women the ability to access services from their own home and arrange a one-on-one confidential session with a fully qualified Australian AHPRA approved Psychologist who understands the many factors of farming life and work that contribute to mental health challenges. Giving youthe most important farming assetgreater control over your wellbeing. Bulk billed sessions are now available with a referral and mental health care plan from your GP. Read more: https://www.farmerhealth.org.au/access-a-psychologist-online

23.01.2022 Join us this Wednesday for the #SnapshotRuralVic Book Launch and #Snapshot Awards presentation Tune in via Zoom at 10.30am on Wednesday 18th November to hear from the Minister for Mental Health and members of the NCFH team as we celebrate the #SnapshotRuralVic campaign To attend this virtual event, RSVP via the website - https://farmerhealth.org.au//snapshotruralvic-book-launch-. Hope to see you there!

22.01.2022 Wellness Wednesday - Bushfire safety Bushfires are a natural and unavoidable occurrence in most areas of Australia. If there is risk of a bushfire in your area, be fire ready and carry out your planned and practiced bushfire survival plan. If you live in a bushfire area, consider leaving early in the day if weather warnings predict ‘severe’ or ‘extreme’ fire danger. Read more: http://bit.ly/1NJThzA... CFA (Country Fire Authority) CFA South West Grange Rural Fire Brigade

19.01.2022 How do I reduce the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) impacting my agricultural business? How can I protect and support my employees? Learn how to create a COVIDSa...fe workplace at: coronavirus.vic.gov.au For more advice visit: National Centre for Farmer Health Beyond Blue R U OK Day Business Victoria Victorian Department of Health & Human Services WorkSafe Victoria

18.01.2022 WE'RE HEADING ONLINE SO WE'RE OFFERING 2ND ROUND OF SCHOLARSHIPS! As our renowned Ag Health and Medicine (HMF701) unit will delivered fully online for the first time in 2021, we are excited to be able to release a 2nd round of Scholarships! (If you have already applied, you will automatically be included.) ... Applications are now open to study with us in 2021 and this time it’s all ONLINE. Join us and our expert presenters for our virtual 5-day intensive being held 2226 February 2021. The course gave me the knowledge to fulfil my passion to improve the health and wellbeing of rural communities through conducting health assessments and educating farmers about the health risks associated with the Agricultural industry Amelia Cottrell, RN, NSW, 2018 graduate. Be part of the next wave of rural professionals who collaborate, inspire and lead their communities to improve health, wellbeing and safety. Round 2 Scholarship Applications close 29/11/20 Apply today: https://farmerhealth.org.au/scholarships Deakin University MeDUSA - Deakin Medical Students' Association

17.01.2022 Wellness Wednesday - Asthma Asthma attacks can develop over a few minutes or a few days. In an emergency situation, farming men, women, children and agricultural workers need to act quickly as they may have longer travel distances to seek medical treatment placing them at greater health risk. For this reason it is important to have a asthma management plan in place for those individuals on the farm or workplace who are known to suffer from asthma. Read more: http://bit.ly/...1OoIdrJ Healthdirect Australia Better Health Channel Agriculture Victoria

15.01.2022 As our renowned Ag Health and Medicine (HMF701) unit will delivered fully online for the first time in 2021, we are excited to be able to release a 2nd round of Scholarships! (If you have already applied, you will automatically be included.) Applications are now open to study with us in 2021 and this time it’s all ONLINE.... Join us and our expert presenters for our virtual 5-day intensive being held 2226 February 2021. The course gave me the knowledge to fulfil my passion to improve the health and wellbeing of rural communities through conducting health assessments and educating farmers about the health risks associated with the Agricultural industry Amelia Cottrell, RN, NSW, 2018 graduate. Be part of the next wave of rural professionals who collaborate, inspire and lead their communities to improve health, wellbeing and safety. Round 2 Scholarship Applications close 29/11/20 Apply today: https://farmerhealth.org.au/scholarships

14.01.2022 Our #SnapshotRuralVic book is flying out the door!! First drop off to the post office. Make sure you get your copy in time for Christmas, numbers are limited! Now available on our website: https://farmerhealth.org.au/product/snapshotruralvic-book [link in bio]... #ruralvic #greaterhamilton #thegrampiansway @visitgreaterhamilton @visitvictoria

11.01.2022 Help to manage the holiday and harvest season In what has already been a challenging 2020, we are now fast approaching a time of year which traditionally places extra strain on our mental health. Managing the ‘end of year rush’, farm-related fatigue, over-indulgence in food and alcohol, and the challenges of social interaction (or isolation) means this is not always the joyful time portrayed. Farmer Health resources providing practical ways to support you, your family and fri...ends: - Managing Stress on the Farm booklet - Factsheets including fatigue, harvest health, healthy lunchbox ideas, alcohol, relationships and family, and stress - If you need professional support during this time, our Online Psychology service is available Read more: https://farmerhealth.org.au//help-to-manage-the-holiday-an

10.01.2022 Wellness Wednesday - Fuelling farmers' lunch boxes Farming men, women and workers often work long hours and need a lunchbox packed with healthy food to keep them fueled and energised for the farming task at hand. At certain times of the year lunch is often eaten ‘on the go’. Coming up with a nutritional lunchbox and having food items that are easy, appealing to eat and also store well in a lunch box can be a challenge.... Read our tips: http://bit.ly/2lGvyuG

05.01.2022 It’s been a challenging year in so many ways in 2020 so take a moment to celebrate your achievements for National Ag Day 2020! #nationalagday #nationalagdayAU #AgDay2020

02.01.2022 The Snapshot book will be available for purchase on our website next week so stay tuned!!

02.01.2022 #SnapshotRuralVic Book Launch! The #SnapshotRuralVic coffee table book showcases the incredible entries across our social platforms from participants right across Victoria and the National Centre for Farmer Health are proud to now offer this unique book which encapsulates a time like no other for this generation of storytellers. With 84 glossy pages, this soft cover book measures 285mm x 210mm.... Order your copy just in time for Christmas: https://farmerhealth.org.au/product/snapshotruralvic-book PLEASE NOTE: All our weekly winners throughout the 10 weeks will receive a FREE copy in the mail! Agriculture Victoria Victorian Department of Health & Human Services #makingadifferencetofarmerslives

02.01.2022 Grab a cuppa - the December eNews is out! Have a break for 5 minutes and have a read, find out all the latest from the National Centre for Farmer Health: - Help to manage the holiday and harvest season... - Australia’s only postgraduate Agricultural Health and Medicine unit (HMF701) goes online in 2021 for the first time! - Join our PPKN Community Champions Network - Wellness Wednesday Read more: https://farmerhealth.org.au//farmer-health-enews-december- Subscribe to our eNews: http://eepurl.com/c_dznP Agriculture Victoria Metalcorp Rural Bank