From the Leader of Wellbeing

SUPPORT

As we move into the holiday period we want to make you aware of the support that is available to your daughter when she is not at school. Changes to routine can be challenging and your daughter may experience times when she feels a range of uncomfortable emotions such as sadness, stress, or isolated. Feelings come and feelings go. During the holidays we encourage you to check in with her if you notice any concerns or changes in behaviours or functioning. It can be helpful to let her know that you are available to speak with. You may also like to encourage them to stay connected with friends, look after their physical health and engage in the activities that they enjoy. If you identify that she may benefit from chatting with someone, we encourage you to make them aware and support them to access support services. This may be engaging with your local headspace centre, GP or access online or telephone support through eheadspace (1800 650 890) or kidshelpline (1800 55 1800). Please note that you can also call these numbers to help guide your support, alongside parentline (1300 1300 52).

Apps and websites for support:

• My Compass https://www.mycompass.org.au/ This is a resource created by Black Dog which creates personalised support for mental health. This is focused on providing psychoeducation and skill development. This website can be used by staff and students.
• Mood Gym https://moodgym.com.au/ An online resource that can help support and manage symptoms of mental health challenges.
• eheadspace https://headspace.org.au/eheadspace/, 1800 650 890 Online access to a mental health clinician via telephone or webchat. It can be encouraged that students create an account with eheadspace, so that if they have to use this when distressed this is not a barrier for use. Parents can speak with a clinician for help supporting a young person.
• Reachout https://au.reachout.com/  Tools and resources for stress management and mental health support strategies.
• This Way UP  https://thiswayup.org.au/  Provide a range of self-paced online programs that teach clinically-proven strategies to help you improve the way you feel.
• Parent Line http://www.parentline.org.au/, 1300 1300 52  A resource to support parents to manage concerns with supporting their young person