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Partners of Veterans Association of Australia

Locality: Tuggerah, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 553 835

Address: PO Box 3494 2259 Tuggerah, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Our services are available to; Anyone who's served a day in the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force; Anyone currently serving,... an ADF member transitioning to civilian life, or a reservist with one-day continuous full-time service or hazardous service; Any family members, partners or children of current or former serving personnel, and ex-partners who are co-parenting. If you include yourself in the above, we’re here 24/7 to listen and help. 1800 011 046 #OpenArmsSupport #StrongerTogether

25.01.2022 As #AnzacDay approaches, we’re encouraging all current and former ADF personnel and their family members to check in with 5 people in their lives this Anzac Day.... #Check5 Connect with them, yarn with them and motivate them to act. For more on how to and start a conversation https://www.openarms.gov.au/check-5

24.01.2022 Jellybeans Playgroup will resume Tues 3rd Nov 10:00-12:00. We will require families to sign in as part of our COVID Safety Plan. Please do not come to DPCC if ...you have COVID-19, have been instructed to quarantine and your 14 days are not yet finished, or if you are unwell (including with fever, or night sweats/chills, or respiratory symptoms e.g. shortness of breath, cough, sore throat) Looking forward to seeing how much all our littlies have grown in the last few months! See more

23.01.2022 I saw this poem about the Poppy last year and thought I would post it here for this Anzac Day.

23.01.2022 Applications for the 2021 Long Tan Bursary open today, on Vietnam Veterans’ Day! If you are a child or grandchild of a Vietnam veteran, you may be eligible to a...pply for a Long Tan Bursary. The Bursary is to help while you study full-time so you can gain the skills and qualifications needed in your chosen career. We provide funding to AVCAT - Australian Veterans' Children Assistance Trust to administer bursaries every year across Australia. Each Bursary is worth up to $12,000 over three years of continuous full-time study. The Bursary opens every year on Vietnam Veterans’ Day, today, 18 August, to help recognise those who served in the Battle of Long Tan, the best-known battle fought by Australians during the Vietnam War. Applications open today and close on 31st October. Submit your application on the AVCAT website: avcat.org.au/scholarships/ To learn more about support through our Education Schemes including the Long Tan Bursary, visit: dva.gov.au//consulta/grants-and-bursaries/long-tan-bursary

21.01.2022 Removing yourself from a crisis can help prevent unsafe and difficult situations, and create opportunities for personal growth and change. If you’re a veteran o...r veteran family member who is feeling unsafe in your home or are at risk of homelessness, you may be eligible for temporary support through our Crisis Accommodation Program. Call 1800 011 046 or visit https://www.openarms.gov.au/get-support/crisis-accommodation #OpenArmsSupport

20.01.2022 Difficult times are often catalysts for change. While 2020 has been testing, there’s also a lot to be thankful for. Here’s over a dozen things to feel optimisti...c about: https://www.openarms.gov.au//15-reasons-feel-positive-abou #StrongerTogether #OpenArmsSupport See more

20.01.2022 This year, Psychology Week highlights how psychology can assist with pain management and recovery. If you have a physical injury, it’s important to not let it d...efine who you are: you are more than your injuries. Invisible pain conditions are hard to tolerate, but learning skills to take charge of your mind and body, and doing this with others who are facing the same challenges, can be very empowering. Jennifer Veitch, Assistant National Manager, Open Arms Our ‘Managing Pain’ treatment program is available online or face-to-face for members of the veteran community. The course will help you: Understand the link between physical and psychological aspects of pain. Learn strategies to challenge/change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Discover important lifestyle factors for managing pain. Develop a Personal Pain Plan. For more information and to register: https://www.openarms.gov.au/ge/programs-workshops/upcoming #OpenArmsSupport #StrongerTogether

17.01.2022 Your physical health is just as important as your mental health. If you can’t get outside, or gyms in your area are closed, there are still plenty of ways you c...an build your physical health at home. Whether it be by trying an online yoga class, learning to cook healthy meals or even making sure that you are checking in with your GP regularly. What will you be doing this #VeteransHealthWeek to build your physical health?

15.01.2022 To all affected by the current weather situations, please stay safe. See list of current evacuation centres from NSW SES.

13.01.2022 The Beacon is for all veteran's, first responders and their families.

13.01.2022 RAINBOW BAY OCEAN VIEWS from your very own balcony. Our studio rooms have a cooktop, microwave and a fridge/freezer. No need to eat out when you have a view like this. BOOK NOW - https://buff.ly/2CXZv6P

05.01.2022 Our book "My Broken Soldier" has been created to share our story through all aspects of being a Military Family and the upheavals that can bring. But please kn...ow, I hope our story gives some hope and strength to any family struggling with Mental Health. And, I hope our story also opens the reader to a greater understanding of what is asked of both the Serving member and their family. Reach out, talk to someone, start a conversation... Know that there is help out there and you are not alone.. See more

04.01.2022 We had an amazing Saturday morning talking to veterans & emergency service personnel from our region Thanks to HMC - Hunter Multicultural Communities Inc fo...r allowing us to shoot in your beautiful gardens & The Hut Productions for your awesome camera work! Keep an eye out for our video... coming soon!

03.01.2022 World Suicide Prevention Day raises awareness and focuses on action and commitment toward suicide prevention. Today, in one hour, you can take an invaluable fi...rst step in learning how to frame this question, and how to provide support. Suicide Prevention Start is a self-paced online program to help you identify when someone is thinking about suicide and connect them with support. Find out more here: https://www.openarms.gov.au//suicide-intervention-and-ment #StrongerTogether #OpenArmsSupport

03.01.2022 Each year, Defence participates in the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women to show our support in reducing family and domestic viole...nce. Defence does not tolerate violence against men or women within its workforce and is committed to creating a workplace culture free from bullying, discrimination, bias and inappropriate behaviour. International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 25 November 2020 UN Women #GenerationEquality #OrangeTheWorld #SpreadTheWord

02.01.2022 Starting week 3 of COMMIT TO BE FIT. A few weeks ago I was having a chat to Rachel from Veteran Sport Australia about the impact of COVID on sporting groups and... fitness level. I was pretty upfront that I’ve felt myself begin melding into the furniture lately. So here we are, a few weeks later and my body is starting to adapt and everything is feeling a little bit easier. Honestly the hardest bit is just getting started. This week I’m going to share how we got started, what inspired me...and most importantly, how you can get moving with us. Watch this space...

01.01.2022 "Be brave, trust yourself and your idea, and don’t be afraid to ask for help" Wise words from Enterprise alumna, RAAF veteran & In the Knit of Time Founder S...helley. Check out her journey from #ADF weapons instructor to entrepreneur & how she turned her passion into a successful business > http://ow.ly/MWwA50AGWxo Have a hobby you'd like to turn into a business? Take the first step & join our 11 - 18 August Enterprise Online program > http://ow.ly/GKfi50AGWxq #buyveteran #vetrepreneur #veteran #ADFpartneremployment #ADFpartner #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship

01.01.2022 We love the phone, email and social media testimonials we receive from families about the ways our programs, staff and volunteers have helped their kids. Last ...year Kookaburra Kid Bella* messaged us through Instagram."The Kookaburra Kids program means a lot to me, she said. I have been on lots of camps and excursions and I just want to thank you for being there for me, and helping me with my little brother. You help with all our worries and give us the courage to fix them ourselves. If you've had a positive experience with our programs, we would love to hear from you. Let us know about your experience by emailing us at [email protected] (*name changed)