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BRAINSTORM
Brainstorm is a Consumer & Carer Participation initiative and the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of South West Healthcare Mental Health Services .
May 2012
Photograph: Jacinta and Harry (One of the Delta Society Dogs)
Participation: Using experiences to influence change
Next Info Session Information sessions dedicated to consumers, carers and the community. All welcome. Question period after presentation. NEXT MEETING Topic: Families where a Parent has a Mental Illness Date: Tuesday 15th May, 2012 Time: 1.00pm—2.30pm Where: Meeting Room 5 , Bohan Place , 174-178 Lava Street Warrnambool and via Video Conferencing to the Portland, Hamilton and Camperdown Mental Health Service offices.
Family, Friends and Carers An advisory group to assist the service in delivering family and carer focused treatment. If you are interested in joining this group please contact Alison Tickner, our Carer Consultant on 5561 9100 or [email protected] NEXT MEETING Date: 14th June, 2012 Time: 1.00pm—3.00pm Where: : Meeting Room, Bohan Place , 174-178 Lava Street Warrnambool and via Video Conferencing to the Portland, Hamilton and Camperdown Mental Health Service offices
Consumer Advisory Group An advisory group to assist the service in delivering Consumer centered care. If you are interested in joining this group please contact Eila Lyon, our Consumer Consultant on 5561 9100 or [email protected] NEXT MEETING Date: 12th July, 2012 Time: 11.00am—1.00pm Where: : Meeting Room, Bohan Place , 174-178 Lava Street Warrnambool and via Video Conferencing to the Portland, Hamilton and Camperdown Mental Health Service offices
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Families Where a Parent
has a Mental Illness: Support and Resources available
Date: Tuesday 15th May, 2012
Time: 1.00—2.30pm
Place: Meeting Room 5, Bohan Place,
174-178 Lava St., Warrnambool and via
Videoconference to Portland, Hamilton and
Camperdown Mental Health Service offices
RSVP: The Participation Team 5561 9100 or
The Participation Team presents the following INFORMATION SESSION
Presented by : Rochelle Hine FaPMI Coordinator
Participation Using experiences to influence change
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Services Roadshow: Barwon Health Respite
and Carelink Service,
Aspire/Sage Hill, MIND,
Brophy, SWH Mental
Health Services And
WRAD
Date: Tuesday 12th June, 2012 Time: 1.00—2.30pm Place: Meeting Room 5, Bohan Place, 174-178 Lava St., Warrnambool and via
videoconference to Portland, Hamilton & Camperdown Mental Health Service offices
RSVP: The Participation Team 5561 9100 or [email protected]
The Participation Team presents the following INFORMATION SESSION
Presented by : Representatives of each agency
Participation Using experiences to influence change
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Psychosis and At-risk
Mental States
The Participation Team presents the following INFORMATION SESSION
Presented by : Graeme Morrish Early Intervention and Dual Diagnosis Team
Participation Using experiences to influence change
Date: Tuesday 24th July, 2012 Time: 1.00—2.30pm Place: Meeting Room 5, Bohan Place, 174-178 Lava St., Warrnambool and via
videoconference to Portland, Hamilton & Camperdown Mental Health Services
RSVP: The Participation Team 5561 9100 or [email protected]
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The Office of Police Integrity (OPI); is interested in hearing from consumers of mental health services who have had contact with police over the years; specifically in relation to being taken to hospital or in situations when a person is appearing to be unwell and police have been called. The Office of Police Integrity is particularly interested in anyone who has had experience under the recent PACER trials in Moorabbin and Prahran, which involved police attending with mental health practitioners. OPI want to know whether consumers experience of contact with police has changed over recent years. It is possible to have your say by contacting either Sue Tait directly over the internet: [email protected] or David McDonald on [email protected]; or by ringing 86356110. Contact can be anonymous.
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Accept the reality of your experience
Break through the victim barrier
Consider all your options
Develop coping strategies that suit you
Enter a real alliance with a professional
or friend
Focus on your experience
Get into a self help group (if there is
one)
Help others by sharing your experience
(you are the expert of experience)
Identify areas in life that you need to
work on
Join in activities outside mental health
organisations
Keep a diary
Live your life, not a label
Make space for yourself
Negotiate what you want
Own your experience
Perseverance is the name of the game
Question your diagnosis
Reward yourself when you succeed
Small is beautiful
Take your time, haste can mean failure
Use services to your advantage
Victories are fought for
Work on your weaknesses
EXperiment with different coping
strategies
You make decisions, not other people
Zap your negative feelings by taking
control of them
The A-Z of coping with mental health problems From: Working to Recovery: Victim to Victor 2nd Ed. P&P Press
If you like this as much
as we did, why not make
your own and send it in!
Next
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From the desk of the Consumer Consultant
Consumer Consultant
My name is Eila Lyon and I am a Consumer Consultant. Consumer Consultants are employed by all public mental health services and use their lived experience to inform their work. I have personal experience of mental illness and am available to help you understand the mental health system, to listen to your experiences and to help you access the services and supports you need for recovery. I aim to ensure consumers’ interests are respected in all aspects of Mental Health Service delivery and to promote your recovery through empowerment by: Get involved in developing your service
Through involvement in a committee or focus group Through hearing and acting on your feedback By providing training to staff in the needs of consumers
Get involved in your own recovery
Information about mental illness Information about treatment and recovery Accessing others who can support you on your journey
Building a network of supportive people
Working with your family Meeting other Consumers Learning about the consumer movement in Victoria Getting involved and having your say
Please give me a call on 5561 9100 or email me at [email protected] if I can be of any assistance.
If you are a consumer using our service and would like to become more involved, please call Eila Lyon, Consumer Consultant on 5561 9100 or
write to the Participation Team [email protected]
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Carers and family members are important contributors to the care of a person with a mental illness. To assist and support you in your caring role there is available the Carer Support Fund. So, what is the Carer Support Fund and how can I access it? The Carer Support Fund (CSF) aims to assist the carer/parent/family member by providing support and assistance when required. The main goal of this funding is to help promote and sustain the caring relationship and the wellbeing of the carer/parent/family member. To be eligible to access this funding you have to be a carer of a consumer of South West Healthcare, Mental Health Services. You can get more information and/or discuss your circumstances with the clinician (or carer consultant) of the person for whom you are a carer. You will be asked questions to determine the best way to assist you in your caring role. You will also be asked to provide relevant documentation including original tax invoices, quotes or receipts to support your application. It is important to note that funds are limited, therefore financial assistance cannot be provided on a regular basis. Applications are assessed on an individual basis. The Mental Health Service can provide a range of immediate support which can include petrol, movie, massage and grocery vouchers.
If you are a family member, friend or carer of a person using our service and would like to become more involved, please call Alison Tickner, Carer Consultant on 5561 9100 or email the Participation Team [email protected]
From the desk of the Carer Consultant
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“Choux Choux” Griffon Bruxellois
“Harry” Kelpie
Vanessa and Choux Choux.
Adrian and Harry.
From Left: Jacinta, Susan and Harry.
From Left: Vanessa, Josee and Choux Choux.
“The Delta Dogs are great Company. They make me feel happy and calm”
Delta Therapy Dogs is a Volunteer program run by Delta Society Australia. Delta dogs provide an excellent source of diversional therapy. They can also assist with individual residents’ therapy programs in areas such as physical or intellectual maintenance or rehabilitation, speech and emotional well being. The presence of a companion animal reduces stress and increases interactivity and humour. There is often an increase in friendly interaction between residents, visitors and staff as the Therapy Dog team provides a catalyst for communication and interaction between people. Some of the benefits may include: Patient- therapist interaction Staff-animal interaction increased muscle strength and range of motion pain management reduction of blood pressure and heart rate greater self-esteem and emotional well-being improved patient independence improved social interactions creating a home-like environment and a positive effect on the community Recently the Delta Dogs visited the ECIU at South West Health Care. Choux Choux a Griffon Bruxellois and Harry the Kelpie were a huge hit. The Delta Dogs will be visiting the ECIU once a week.
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These are some of the factors that promote mental health and wellbeing for Children of Parents with mental illness...
Knowledge that they are not to blame for their parents' illness
Help and support from extended family members
A stable home environment
A sense of being loved by their parent
A naturally stable and happy personality in the child
Positive self-esteem
Inner strength and coping skills in the child
A strong relationship with a healthy adult
Friendships, positive peer relationships
Interest and success at school
Healthy interests outside of home-life for the child
Help from outside the family to improve the family environment
As parents, relatives, neighbours, community members and health workers we need to support children, parents and families where a parent has mental illness. We can do this by offering assistance, talking and listening, being positive and open and speaking up if we hear or see discrimination occurring.
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STAR Beat Choir You may not know, but the choir celebrated its third birthday at the end of March. It’s lovely to look back over all the achievements in the past three years including producing 2 CDs, performing in Melbourne to officially open Mental Health Week, writing an original song, performing at the many festivals and events, and just to reflect on all the joy that the choir spreads wherever they perform.
It has again been a busy couple of months for the Choir. From performances at Archie Graham Centre, Vision Australia and Bunnings; to thinking about new songs to learn together, choosing new uniforms and even planning to write another original song! Luckily, the joy of singing gives energy…..
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“Share the Beat” CD’s on Sale $5.00
CDs are available from the SDSU office at Bohan
Place
WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS NOW!!
Rehearsals: Every Wednesday 2.00pm—3.00pm
Conference Room, Warrnambool Mental Health
Services
For more information please contact Brooke on
55619100
Don’t Worry, Be Happy Bad Moon Rising ABBA medley Lean on Me Rockin’ Robin Home among the Gum Trees Most People I Know Blackbird Dumb Things I’m a Believer Somebody to Love
Waiting on the World to Change
Go Your Own Way I Need a Dollar Flame Trees Cool World Waltzing Matilda Here Comes the Sun Christmas Carols Bottle ‘o’ Pop Share the Beat (original) And many more……………………...
Our current playlist is as diverse as it is fun to sing. Some of the numbers we perform include:
We are always welcoming of new members into the Choir. Even if you’re not sure whether its for you, just come along and try it out. Everyone is very supportive and there is absolutely no obligation or cost.
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Beef and Vegetable Skewers Serves 4 Preparation: 15 mins Cooking time: 8 mins
Ingredients: 500g beef rump, trimmed of fat, cut into 2cm pieces 2 small zucchini cut into 1 cm slices 1 yellow or red capsicum cut into 2cm pieces 16 cherry tomatoes 1 purple onion, thickly sliced (optional) 3 tsp olive oil 1. Toss beef and vegetables in oil. 2. Thread vegetables and meat onto 8 bamboo skewers 3. Heat a large non-stick flying pan or barbeque 4. Cook skewers for 6-8 minutes over a medium heat, turning
occasionally. 5. Place on a warm plate and cover with foil. 6. Rest skewers for 5 minutes 7. Consider eating with lemon wedges and cous cous or a green
salad...ENJOY!
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Hi my name is Cameron Shaw. Drawing is my way of thinking out loud. My head is always cluttered. And my voice is seen in my images. I believe people who have mental troubles have lost their voice. And the road to recovery is a waste of time if you are not honest with yourself. I also do creative writing. The mind’s eye plays a huge part in how I see the world. Relationships are my greatest inspiration for my work. I started drawing when I truly realised my spirit is in my eye, and my hand is a peripheral interpreter. Please enjoy my work. If people did not enjoy it, I may not enjoy it to its full length of inspiration.
Thankyou.
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Monday 14 May – Sunday 20 May National Volunteers Week recognises the valuable contribution made by volunteers across Australia. We are lucky enough to have a number of volunteers who support us so generously. The great news is that volunteering is great for mental health. Research shows that people who assist others unselfishly have higher rates of health and happiness.
We thank you for your continued support.
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Advocacy Choir Mental Health Week Rights Brainstorm Feedback Participation Starbeat Carer Hope Privacy Support Confidentiality Listen Recovery Well being Consumer Medication Rights
May
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
1 2 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
3 MAY RACES Mental Health Services Closed
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7 8 Kinship Carer Support Group
9 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-300pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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15 Info Session FAPMI 1-2.30 pm All MHS sites
16 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-300pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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23 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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June
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Public Holiday Mental Health Services Closed
12 Info Session Services Showcase 1.00pm—2.30pm All MHS sites
13 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
14 Family Friends and Carers Advisory Group
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20 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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25 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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August
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22 STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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27 28 29. STAR-beat Choir Rehearsal 2.00pm-3.00pm Bohan Place Conference Room
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