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Womens Health Program

Locality: Geraldton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9964 2742

Address: 25 Chapman Road 6530 Geraldton, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE! The Perenjori Women’s Wellness Event will be held on Sunday 8th November. This will be a fantastic day for women in Perenjori and surrounds to get together, share food and refreshments and be provided with a range of strategies to enhance health as well as lift community spirit. More details coming soon!

25.01.2022 This week is Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Awareness week. The theme for PANDA Week 2020 is ‘Tell someone who cares’. This year, more than ever it’s vital that expecting and new parents who are struggling know they’re not alone and can reach out for help. And just as importantly, they can know that when they do reach out, they will be supported by those they confide in, whether family members, health professionals, PANDA or other perinatal mental health specialists. In celebration of PNDA Week, we will be holding our Mum's Mental health and wellbeing Expo- to bring these key specialists and parents together, so that they can feel supported in their parenting journey.

25.01.2022 Due to low numbers registering so far, we may need to cancel this workshop unfortunately If you are interested in attending, please register before this Thursday so that we don't have to! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-love-your-body-event-the-

24.01.2022 Did you know that 1 in 5 women and 1 in 10 men experience Perinatal Depression and/ or Anxiety? It is important for you to know that you are not alone and that there are people who can help. Desert Blue Connect provide a Looking After Mum's Program that offers individualised support to mum's who may be at risk of experiencing PNDA. You can contact us on 99642742 to find out more, or come see us at the Expo on the 19th November.

24.01.2022 From our team to your family, we wish you a happy, peaceful holiday season. Please remember our offices are only closed on public holidays - aside from this we are here as usual. If you need help outside of hours the sexual assault crisis line (1800 016 789) is available 24/7. Stay safe and well this Christmas.

21.01.2022 Maternal mental health is something that affects a significant number of people in our community. The good news is that with the right support PNDA can be managed and will get better. Also, though, you don't need to be experiencing PNDA to benefit from talking things through with someone who cares. We can all support each other while we're figuring out parenthood together! #PNDAweek #mumsmentalhealth

20.01.2022 Only 2 weeks until our Expo. This day will offer so many activities, presentations, demonstrations and giveaways for mums and their little ones and mums to be - and all completely free! Don't forget to tell your friends :)

20.01.2022 Eating a diet high in healthy, unprocessed phytoestrogens can help some women manage their menopause and peri-menopause symptoms so here's a beautiful bread from Jean Haile' naturopath and herbalist Sandra Villella for you to try your hand at. It's so tasty ! #healthybaking #womenshealth #menopause If you want to learn more about other ways to manage your menopausal symptoms join us next Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm for our final women's health night of 2020! Get your tickets on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/womens-health-night-peri-me

20.01.2022 At this time of year it can be easy to overindulge in "sometimes" foods! At Jean Hailes for Women's Health there are heaps of recipes for delicious, healthier and more nutritious Christmas food options, including these raw white Christmas balls. https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/rec/raw-white-christmas-balls

19.01.2022 Calling all of our lovely ladies in Perenjori! Just a reminder of the Perenjori Women's Wellness Event at 11am this Sunday. We have had a fantastic response to this event and are looking forward to seeing you all there on Sunday. If you haven't RSVP'd yet- don't worry there's still time. Email [email protected] or let us know here on Facebook :)

18.01.2022 This last Saturday we were lucky enough to welcome a beautiful group of ladies to the very first #WholeWomanWholeEarth retreat at Nukara Farm. We spent the day learning about #mindbodyland and reconnecting to nature, each other and ourselves. We just wanted to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to headspace Geraldton, NACC, Mindbodylove Co, She Styled Her Life, Theona Councillor, Geraldton Yoga Studio, and Tarts & Co Catering - without you all the event wouldn't have been nearly as wonderful as it was. Can't wait to see everyone again next year for more #WellnessInAction.

16.01.2022 We are happy to present the final of our series of Women's Health nights for 2020... Peri-menopause, Menopause and Beyond! Presented by Sharon Houwen Desert Blue Connect Women’s Health Nurse, Julie Marchetti Clinical Reflexologist and Bella Hainan Women’s Health Physiotherapist, this workshop is a must for anyone who is menopausal currently or approaching that time.You can register at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/womens-health-night-peri-me

16.01.2022 On October 14th we will be running our final Women’s Health Night for 2020 on Peri-menopause, Menopause and Beyond. This workshop is back by popular demand as the sessions last year sold out not only once, but twice, and is presented by Sharon Houwen, Desert Blue Connect Women’s Health Nurse; Julie Marchetti, Clinical Reflexologist and Bella Hainan, Women’s Health Physiotherapist. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/womens-health-night-peri-me Menopause is a natural part of life and healthy maturation. Often, though, women feel confusion about approaching this stage. This workshop will demystify all things menopause and help provide ways to stay physically and mentally healthy.

13.01.2022 Get excited...our Mum's Mental Health Expo is in two short days! We can't wait to see you all and to have some lucky ladies win these great prizes that were generously donated by Indah Day Spa, Quiet Life Specialty Coffee, Piper Lane Cafe, Mitchell and Brown Retravision, Dome Cafe Geraldton, Yuki Nails Geraldton, Senses Cafe, Blooms The Chemist Geraldton Fountains and Rigters Supa IGA. Meet us at the QEII this Thursday at 9 am - more info here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mums-mental-health-and-well

12.01.2022 We hope you are all having a great start to 2021. Here at DBC, we are busily planning our next series of Women's Health events and would love to get your input so that we give you the events and information you want and need. If you have 5 mins to spare and can fill out the following survey it would be very appreciated! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YNGFKMC

12.01.2022 We can't believe it's finally here...our Mum's Mental Health Expo is on starting at 9 am tomorrow at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre! We've got some great speakers & activities for you such as the wonderful Julie Marchetti Natural Therapies, Ngala Midwest & Gascoyne, Railway Health Hub, Mindbodylove Co and more! See you tomorrow

10.01.2022 Today we are going orange for the 16 Days to End Violence Against Women in WA! 16 Days is a statewide campaign to encourage our community to come together to end violence against women. Organisations, individuals and community groups are all uniting for this common cause and we want to you to go orange too. You could wear orange for a day, have a morning tea, or support other organisations who are working towards stopping violence against women. Everyone has a part to play so be as creative as you can. Read on for more information and resources: https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

09.01.2022 A huge thank you to all of the organisers, helpers, speakers and attendees who came together yesterday to make the Perenjori Women's Wellness Day such a success! We had nearly 50 women in attendance and the feedback was that everyone enjoyed the day and came away with strategies that will help them stay happy and healthy. Thank you everyone :)

08.01.2022 If you're looking for a program that will help improve both yours and your daughter's body esteem, come join us for our love your body holiday workshop! This will be held on 30th Sept 10-12.30 at Desert Blue Connect studio and costs $30 per pair. You can register here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-love-your-body-event-the-

08.01.2022 Desert Blue Connect Well Women's Centre, located in the beautiful coastal town of Geraldton, are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, female GP with a special interest in Women's Health to join us. This attractive position is a new role that can be developed further by the successful applicant with a level of autonomy and leadership. 1-2 days per week (negotiable), Protected base sessional rate, Appointments capped at 3 per hour, Well-equipped office, ... Consumables provided, Opportunity to up-skill in various Women's Health areas, Supported environment (trauma counsellors, family and sexual violence specialists, Women's Health Nurse, established service for over 25 years with good community standing) Flexible leave arrangements. This is your opportunity to get in at ground level and help to develop a fabulous service for all women of the Midwest. Geraldton is a regional city in Midwest of Western Australia with a current population of 32, 440. Surrounded by beautiful beaches and a short flight or boat trip across to the glorious untainted Abrohlos islands, it is the perfect location for young and old alike. Crayfishing, farming and mining are the main industries powering the growth of this awesome little city. Appealing to young families, water sports fans, and those looking for a slower paced life, Geraldton has it all. It has the familiarity of a country town, but with opportunities equal to the bigger cities. Providing all you would want for your child to be able to grow and develop their passions. It is a world-renowned windsurfing/kite surfing location, has great surf and has produced a number of great sportsmen and artists of all varieties over the years. So, if you are looking for sea change or are wanting to get back to some grass roots service provision you’ve just struck gold. We are a professional, friendly service motivated by our desire to improve the health of all women and ensure good quality, compassionate care. Please contact Russell Pratt (CEO) [email protected] or Sharon Houwen (Women’s Health Nurse) [email protected] or call (08) 9964 2742 for further information.

08.01.2022 Ah menopause, that lovely, or horrible - depending on what your symptoms are like - time in women's lives when their horomones are changing and things can go, well a bit off the rails if you're not expecting it. Watch on to find out more about ways you can better manage your symptoms so you too can get the most out of this phase of life.

08.01.2022 On November 14th we will be running a mum's mental health and wellbeing expo. The expo offers: speakers focusing on maternal mental health and well-being topics, local business and community services stalls, physical health representatives and activities, playgroup and childcare representatives, children’s health nurses and will be a launch for our Looking After Mum's Program facebook group.

07.01.2022 Today is World AIDS Day- held on 1 December each year. It raises awareness across the world and in the community about HIV and AIDS. It is a day for the community to show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died of AIDS related conditions or other conditions associated with HIV. The national World AIDS Day theme for Australia in 2020 is Now More Than Ever. World AIDS Day aims to encourage Australians to educate themselves and others about HIV; to take action to reduce the transmission of HIV by promoting prevention strategies; and to ensure that people living with HIV can participate fully in the life of the community, free from stigma and discrimination.

07.01.2022 Our Men's Community Intervention Service and Rural Support Service offices will be closed over the Christmas period to ensure our staff stay healthy and rested for the New Year. Please take note of the individual opening times and if you need urgent assistance or need to talk to someone, please contact the Desert Blue Connect office on 99642742 or one of the helplines below. Lifeline on 13 11 14 Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800 MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978 Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 46

05.01.2022 Are you struggling with menopause symptoms? Or maybe you're just approaching peri-menopause, but would like to know what's coming before you get there - whatever your reason, our final Women's Health Information Night on Menopause and Per-Menopause is for you! Join us next Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm while we have a chat with the experts on what menopause is and how to manage it the best way possible for you. #womenshealth #menopause #thriving

05.01.2022 LOVE YOUR BODY WORKSHOP CANCELLED! Unfortunately, due to low numbers of registrations we are cancelling our Love your body workshop that was planned for next week. Our apologies for any inconvenience

02.01.2022 The Western Australian Youth Sexual Health survey is live! All you have to do to go in the draw to win $50 is to click the following link and fill out the anonymous survey on sexual health: https://bit.ly/3naHXGt #safersex #sexualhealth