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25.01.2022 Print Making NDIS Workshop Series 09 Nov - 14 Dec Mondays 10AM - 12PM... Contact For more information and to secure your booking: TasRec 1800 827 732 [email protected]

24.01.2022 TASREC - September NORTH WEST Calendar 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working, however as we remain with some restrictions in place, we still have limitations as to how we can travel to places. In some instances we will use alternatives to our usual TasRec vehicle, such as maxi taxi’s....Continue reading

23.01.2022 RFT’s Mental Health Nurse Program is accessible to adults living in Southern Tasmania experiencing significant mental health concerns. We are pleased to share some feedback from a participant in the Mental Health Nurse Program: As a patient of the MHNP since the beginning of the year, I wanted to share my very positive experience with this program. My GP referred me to The Richmond Fellowship program after I suered a particularly traumatic emotional ‘meltdown’. The Fellowsh...ip was highly recommended to my GP by another GP at her clinic. Quite simply, I was unable to manage my life any more. Meals, regular showers, outings, getting to appointments, even leaving my at, became daily challenges for me. As a suerer of PTSD, Social Anxiety, Dissociative Disorder and Chronic Fatigue, I was under psychiatric and psychological care. Yet I needed more hands on, regular mental health support. My MH nurse fullled that role with compassion, empathy, patience and commitment to helping me slowly heal. He monitored (and managed!) my medication, sleep patterns, exercise program, diet and nutrition, social connections, as well as my mood swings. I could not have hoped for a more caring, dedicated and professional nurse and carer. My MH nurse was there for me in a way that my other health professionals could not be, as he was able to come to my home for most of our appointments and spend as much time as I needed. This is so important for suerers of mental health issues because there are times when fragile mental health prevents people from leaving their homes for weeks on end! My particular nurse is very skilled at working with patients who often have serious trust issues. Thanks to the integrated approach of working together with all my health care team, the Fellowship has been critical in my recovery. I am slowly healing, and our sessions have been reduced to one visit per month, so I am denitely making progress. I could not recommend your program more highly. There is a great need in our community for well trained, sensitive MH nurses who, like District nurses, are willing to reach out to their patients in whatever way fulls their individual needs. Yet the scope of care that these wonderful nurses provide is so much broader than District Nurses. At a time when it feels like the entire planet is about to fall apart, mental health management that reaches out to the community has never been more important. Thank you for being there for me - your care has made all the dierence. If you are interested in engaging with our mental health nurses please speak to your GP about a referral to the program.

22.01.2022 Wrapping up a Wonderful Week of Mental Health Awareness!

22.01.2022 Richmond Health would like to welcome our newest staff member Miroslav to the Behaviour Support Plan team. Miroslav joins the team with a wealth of experience in providing psychosocial Behaviour Support Plans. The team is excited that Miro has joined us and we look forward to working closely with him as we further extend Richmond Health’s capacity to support the Tasmanian community.

21.01.2022 Last Saturday Debbie, our Up and About Project Manager, presented at the Redesigning the Future of Health symposium at the University of Tasmania along with her colleagues about the importance of peers empowering peers and physical activity in the mental health sector. The Up and About program is a consumer developed, peer-supported exercise physiology program connecting mental health consumers, mental health services and community gyms across Tasmania. A peer mentor model is... utilised, with peer support workers assisting consumers to engage in the program. Upon completion of a six-week program, consumers are encouraged to participate in subsequent groups as peer mentors to encourage and provide hope and support to newer members. The program has been a great success, with consumers showing that they are passionate about being involved in physical activity and being supported to feel in control of their physical health.

21.01.2022 Richmond Fellowship is now accepting referrals for Behaviour Support Plans for participants with NDIS funding. Our mental health clinicians will work in consultation with a participant and the people who are important to them including family and service providers. Behaviour Support Plans assist by reducing behaviours that are concerning to others, develop strategies that are specific to individual needs, focus on strengths to improve a persons quality of life, address any ...underlying causes of concern or challenging behaviours. We aim to minimise the use of restrictive practices to build on a persons quality of life and support progress towards positive change and recovery. https://rft.org.au/services/behaviour-support-plans/ Referrals can be sent to [email protected] For all enquiries please call 6228 3344

21.01.2022 NEW OPPORTUNITY Support Worker Casual (Ulverstone) We are inviting applications for a Casual Support Worker in the North West region. We are seeking applicants who have a fun-loving attitude and are creative in working alongside consumers on their recovery journey, who can draw on their life experiences and use their diverse range of people skills to help deliver a person-centred service.... To Apply, please visit https://www.seek.com.au/job/50477846 See more

21.01.2022 Pink Bun Campaign @Workplace Harmony Solutions (incorporating specialist division Workplace Conflict Resolution) is pleased to be partnering with Richmond Group to be hosting a ‘pink bun’ morning tea on Wednesday, October 28. This morning tea will raise funds to help @Breast Cancer Network Australia in the work they do for all people who are affected by breast cancer: men, women, carer’s family and friends.... @Workplace Harmony Solutions, we have proudly been supporting @Breast Cancer Network, usually at the ‘G’ in Melbourne. While we can’t all gather at the famous ground, we can all make a contribution to this worthy cause. If you would like to donate to the pink bun campaign, visit: https://bcna.secure.force.com/Donations/Appeal/PinkBun #PinkBunsForBCNA

21.01.2022 BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT PLANS Richmond Fellowship Tasmania (RFT) are now accepting referrals for NDIS funded Behaviour Support Plans for adult participants with primary or secondary psychosocial disabilities located in the North West, North and South of the state. Our Behaviour Support Plans are developed by experienced clinicians who work closely with participants and the people who are important to them, including service providers, to identify individual needs and goals and cre...ate Behaviour Support Plans that are evidence based and tailored to each individual. Our aim is to safeguard the dignity and quality of life of people by assisting them to reduce behaviours of concern, develop strategies inline with their individual needs, focus on strengths and improving quality of life, address underlying causes of concern or challenging behaviours, and minimise the use of restrictive practices. Our behaviour support plans follow all NDIS standards, use best practise, and are evidence based. RFT is a not for prot, ISO 9001 accredited organisation that has been providing support and services for people with mental illness & psychosocial disability for almost 35 years. For further information, get in touch with us: Phone: 6228 3344 Email: [email protected] Web: rft.org.au

20.01.2022 Program Leader South The Up and About Program (funded through a Move it Aus participation grant from Sport Australia) is supporting mental health service consumers across Tasmania to get active and improve their health outcomes. The program delivers regular face to face and virtual Exercise Physiology group sessions across Tasmania. The program has been adapted for individuals and benefits include reduction of sedentary behaviours, prevention of non-communicable diseases a...nd improved social and mental health outcomes. This role will lead the Up and About Program to deliver contractual obligations and program operations, including overseeing the running of the group exercise sessions, supporting or directly managing participant intake and exit processes, stakeholder engagement and providing health coaching to participants. For further information regarding any of our current vacancies, please contact Izabelle Kean on 6228 3344 or [email protected]

20.01.2022 Mental Health Week - Mowbray This week is Mental Health Week, with celebrations kicking off at Mowbray to unveil a new mural. it was great to meet the craft group and see some of their amazing crafts. Thank you to everyone who attended and made the day possible.

19.01.2022 TASREC - September NORTHERN Calendar 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working, however as we remain with some restrictions in place, we still have limitations as to how we can travel to places. In some instances we will use alternatives to our usual TasRec vehicle, such as maxi taxi’s....Continue reading

19.01.2022 At Ulverstone’s Recovery Program we take self care very seriously and are fortunate enough to have a qualified hairdresser in our team. We’ve recently started our Richmond Spa days with pampering and platters for the ladies and gentlemen onsite.

18.01.2022 Meet Lorraine. Lorraine has just finished mandatory quarantine and is about to leave her house for the first time in two weeks. Lorraine and another participant, Seb, speak about their experiences of being in quarantine... RFT: What did you find the toughest about being in quarantine? Seb: Lack of contact with others, feeling bored and isolated. ... Lorraine: Finding things to do and no social contact. RFT: Was there anything that you enjoyed about being in quarantine? Seb: Peace and quiet and working on myself. Lorraine: More time with Phantom (Cat) RFT: What made isolation easier? Seb: Deliveries, occasional contact with the outside world. Lorraine: Phantom and workers checking in. RFT: If someone is feeling worried or nervous about corona virus what advice would you give them? Seb: Stay well, eat well, get tested. Lorraine: Isolate self and keep occupied. RFT: Remember that you can ring the Richmond Health support line if you want additional support in these strange days. See more

17.01.2022 International Overdose Day Pictured is RFT worker Tash with a display that was created by participants from the Connect In Centre. International Overdose Day is held annually on 31st August. It aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It was a positive way to acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have died or had a permanent injury as a result of drug overdose.

17.01.2022 Meet our team of friendly mental health nurses (L to R) Lisa, Dave, Angela and John. If you would like to see one of our experienced and caring mental health nurses then see your Psychiatrist or GP for a referral and mental health care plan. Our service is free and the nurse can see you for unlimited sessions in the community. The Mental Health Nurse Program is funded by Primary Health Tasmania for adults with a severe and complex mental health concern, who live in south...ern Tasmania. For further information visit our RFT website or call (03) 6228 3344

16.01.2022 TASREC - November NORTHERN Calendar 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working....Continue reading

14.01.2022 WE ARE HIRING!!! Outreach and Recreation Worker fulltime (North West region) This is a vibrant position embedded within the recovery program in north western Tasmania. It will suit a self-motivated person with a strong interest in mental health recovery and in engaging consumers around positive, pro-social activities in a variety of settings. The position is responsible for proving mental health recovery focused outreach supports into the community, coordinating and facilitating group-based activities in a community setting. To Apply, please visit https://www.seek.com.au/job/50416384

14.01.2022 Mosaic Making NDIS Workshop Series 11 NOV - 09 DEC Wednesdays 10AM - 12PM... Contact For more information and to secure your booking: TasRec 1800 827 732 [email protected]

13.01.2022 EOI Accommodation options for Northern NDIS participants Richmond Futures is a leading NDIS provider of psychosocial disability support in Tasmania. We are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from NDIS participants for a new site in a central Launceston city location. The property comprises of a collective of four to five individual units that will have on-site support. One unit is an accessible ground floor, single bedroom unit. Other units are spaced over two floors and... comprise of open plan living and kitchen, single bedroom and bathroom. The units are closely located to Launceston’s city centre and hospital. Richmond Futures will offer Supported Independent Living and work with NDIS participants to develop a roster of care to suit their needs. The lay out of the units may also lend itself to possible Individual Living Options (ILO) arrangements. There is a shared laundry on the ground floor of the units and some onsite parking available. These very low maintenance, furnished units will be available for interested and suitable NDIS participants to move in from early 2021. To express interest download and complete the Richmond Futures EOI available from the website on this link www.richmondfutures.com.au Inquiries and completed EOI forms can be forwarded to Operations Manager, Kelly Ford [email protected] or call (03) 6169 1188.

12.01.2022 Next month TasRec are offering a plethora of exciting activities including old favourites and new arrivals. Get moving with Up and About or Tas Tracks, learn co...oking skills and healthy eating habits with Gourmet Student, or enjoy some relaxing Yoga or Tai Chi - and that's just a few of the activities available! View the calendar of events for your region: South: https://richmondfutures.com.au/tasrec_south_calendar North: https://richmondfutures.com.au/tasrec_north_calendar North-West: https://richmondfutures.com.au/tasrec_northwest_calendar

11.01.2022 Your experiences with Richmond Fellowship Tasmania are important to us. Would you be interested in sharing these experiences with us so that we can improve how we work for you? We would love to hear from you! If you are interested in being a part of our advisory group, please send us a completed expression of interest form (link below) by email, by post, or ask a Richmond Fellowship Tasmania worker to submit it for you. The EOI window will close at COB on Friday 26 June 2020.... If you have any questions or want to talk about the EOI process, the aim of the advisory group, or the commitment you might be making, please call Operations Manager Kelly Ford on (03) 6169 1188 View EOI letter: https://rft.org.au/eoi_jun20_letter Download EOI form: https://rft.org.au/eoi_jun20 Please send your completed form to us via: Email: [email protected] Post: PO Box 3018, West Hobart TAS 7000 Or, ask a Richmond Fellowship Tasmania worker to submit your form on your behalf.

10.01.2022 TASREC - November SOUTHERN Calendar 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working....Continue reading

08.01.2022 TASREC - September SOUTHERN Calendar 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working, however as we remain with some restrictions in place, we still have limitations as to how we can travel to places. In some instances we will use alternatives to our usual TasRec vehicle, such as maxi taxi’s....Continue reading

07.01.2022 TasRec North-West Calendar November 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working....Continue reading

06.01.2022 Richmond Health have just launched a hotline available to people living in Tasmanian residential aged care facilities that may be feeling lonely, isolated, worried or downhearted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. A caring clinician is available by phone during business hours to talk to confidentially and provide emotional support during this troubling period.... This service is free of charge and those using it may remain anonymous if they choose to do so. The hotline number is (03) 6111 6049 and it is available from 8.30am-4.30pm, Monday to Friday. This service is supported by funding from Primary Health Tasmania through the Australian Government’s PHN Program.

06.01.2022 International Overdose Day Pictured is RFT worker Tash with a display that was created by participants from the Connect In Centre. International Overdose Day is held annually on 31st August. It aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It was a positive way to acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have died or had a permanent injury as a result of drug overdose.

03.01.2022 Behaviour support is about creating individualised strategies for people living with mental health concerns that are responsive to the person’s needs, in a way that reduces the occurrence and impact of behaviours of concern and minimises the use of restrictive practices. Richmond Health’s qualified mental health clinicians can assist in developing behaviour support plans in line with NDIS standards. Each plan is tailored to the participant’s individual needs and goals, and is... created in close consultation with the people most important to them. To find out more about how Richmond Health can help with Behaviour Support Plans, get in touch with us today by calling (03) 6228 3344 or emailing [email protected]. You can also download a copy of our Behaviour Support Plans brochure from https://rft.org.au/bspbrochure

03.01.2022 Mental Health Week Mental Health Week came to a close on Friday, with an afternoon tea in Hobart. A big thanks goes out to all involved in the organisation of events and to those who took part.

02.01.2022 Ulverstone Mental Health Week Celebrations Mental Health Week continues with an event at our Ulverstone site. Those attending included RecLink, Case Managers and Outreach Participants . Our day included Meg and Anna performing a song each, Bonsai and Clay work displays and Artwork done by Meg. ... Congratulations goes to Meg who was fortunate to sell one of her art pieces today. Well done Meg!

02.01.2022 UP COMING EVENTS - TASREC TasRec BBQ! Next Thursday the 20th August at Kuntana Liprini in Glenorchy we’ll get together for a BBQ lunch catch up and enjoy what will hopefully be a beautiful sunny day! Please RSVP by Wednesday the 19th to 1800TASREC, or [email protected]. TasRec’s GREEN THUMBS gardening project has just received a load of beautiful new veggie mix soil! Spring is almost upon us and we’ll be planting a range of veggie seedlings in soon! GREEN THUMBS is ...on every second Thursday at Mowbray Richmond Fellowship Tasmania. Come along if you love getting your hands in the dirt! Our NorthWest TasRec program has been eagerly awaiting the re-opening of our GOURMET STUDENT PROGRAM and now we can happily confirm that this is just around the corner! Starting back up at the start of September! Come along to get back in the kitchen with us as we explore all things Gourmet! Please look out for the TasRec September Northwest calendar coming to you soon!

02.01.2022 WE ARE HIRING!!! People and Culture Manager fulltime (State-wide) Position Overview... Lead the People and Culture team to provide human resources, learning and development, employee engagement, rostering and scheduling, HR systems and continuous improvement support to the Richmond Group (Richmond Fellowship Tasmania and Richmond Futures). This position also provides industrial relations advice and liaises with lawyers over any matter requiring more formal advice. https://www.seek.com.au/job/50849706

02.01.2022 TASREC - September SOUTHERN Calendar 2020 A short note on current guidelines TasRec is continuing to return to our normal ways of working, however as we remain with some restrictions in place, we still have limitations as to how we can travel to places. In some instances we will use alternatives to our usual TasRec vehicle, such as maxi taxi’s....Continue reading

01.01.2022 Mental Health Week - Mowbray This week is Mental Health Week, with celebrations kicking off at Mowbray to unveil a new mural. it was great to meet the craft group and see some of their amazing crafts. Thank you to everyone who attended and made the day possible.

01.01.2022 Richmond Fellowship is now accepting state-wide referrals for Behaviour Support Plans for participants with NDIS funding. Our experienced and qualified mental health clinicians will work in close consultation with a participant and the people who are important to them including family and service providers. Behaviour Support Plans assist by reducing behaviours that are concerning to others, develop strategies that a specific to individual needs, focus on strengths to impr...ove a persons quality of life, address any underlying causes of concern or challenging behaviours, we aim to minimise the use of restrictive practices to build on a persons quality of life and support progress towards positive change and recovery. Referrals can be sent to [email protected] For all enquiries please call Clinical Manager Lisa Toohey 6228 3344

01.01.2022 WE ARE HIRING!!! Outreach and Recreation Worker fulltime (North West region) This is a vibrant position embedded within the recovery program in north western Tasmania. It will suit a self-motivated person with a strong interest in mental health recovery and in engaging consumers around positive, pro-social activities in a variety of settings. The position is responsible for proving mental health recovery focused outreach supports into the community, coordinating and facilitating group-based activities in a community setting. To Apply, please visit https://www.seek.com.au/job/50416384

01.01.2022 NEW OPPORTUNITY Support Worker Casual (Ulverstone) We are inviting applications for a Casual Support Worker in the North West region. We are seeking applicants who have a fun-loving attitude and are creative in working alongside consumers on their recovery journey, who can draw on their life experiences and use their diverse range of people skills to help deliver a person-centred service.... To Apply, please visit https://www.seek.com.au/job/50477846 See more

01.01.2022 EOI Accommodation options for Northern NDIS participants Richmond Futures is a leading NDIS provider of psychosocial disability support in Tasmania. We are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from NDIS participants for a new site in a central Launceston city location. The property comprises of a collective of four to five individual units that will have on-site support. One unit is an accessible ground floor, single bedroom unit. Other units are spaced over two floors and... comprise of open plan living and kitchen, single bedroom and bathroom. The units are closely located to Launceston’s city centre and hospital. Richmond Futures will offer Supported Independent Living and work with NDIS participants to develop a roster of care to suit their needs. The lay out of the units may also lend itself to possible Individual Living Options (ILO) arrangements. There is a shared laundry on the ground floor of the units and some onsite parking available. These very low maintenance, furnished units will be available for interested and suitable NDIS participants to move in from early 2021. To express interest download and complete the Richmond Futures EOI available from the website on this link www.richmondfutures.com.au Inquiries and completed EOI forms can be forwarded to Operations Manager, Kelly Ford [email protected] or call (03) 6169 1188.