Mental Health Council of Tasmania

❤️ Take a minute with 🌈

Day 3 - Discover Your Purpose!

Head to takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/ to learn more and sign up for the 7 minute challenge.

Today is End Loneliness Day, and Sharon is being interviewed on radio to discuss our 'Loneliness Report', and what is shows us about the experiences of people who experience loneliness.

This report was special, the people who shared their experiences touched our hearts. We hope it continues to bring their stories to light. https://zurl.co/LiDN

For resources that you can use to help see this link: https://zurl.co/ecA3

In case you missed it... could you, or someone you know, be the next member of our amazing team? 🤩

We are searching for someone exceptional to join our team!

The Executive Support and Finance Officer is responsible for the finance, payroll, compliance, and human resources functions of MHCT.

The role will be responsible for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and workplace health and safety initiatives and the oversight of all funding agreement deliverables.

The Executive Support and Finance Officer will provide administrative support to the CEO and MHCT Board and subcommittees.

Applications close on 5pm on Thursday 18 July.

Learn more: https://mhct.org/careers/

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Loving this! 🥰

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❤️ Take a minute with 🌈

Day 2 - Cherish Your Connections!

Head to takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/ to learn more and sign up for the 7 minute challenge.

🌱 Day 6 of the 7 minute challenge is about personal growth and learning.

Comment what you would like to learn or react to this post with the icon of the activity that you would like to learn.
⛳️(golf) 🎸(guitar)🧶(knitting) 🍰(cooking)

Haven’t signed up to the 7 minute challenge? Head to takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/ to learn more and sign up.

This week is NAIDOC Week, an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

2024's theme celebrates the unyielding spirit of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and invites all to stand in solidarity, amplifying the voices that have long been silenced.

To learn more, visit https://www.naidoc.org.au/

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✅Have you completed the 7 minute challenge?

❤️Take a minute to do some bite-sized exercises each month to help you keep a focus on your mental wellbeing.

Head to takeaminute.com.au/a-minute-more/ to receive a minute more at the start of each month.

We are searching for someone exceptional to join our team!

The Executive Support and Finance Officer is responsible for the finance, payroll, compliance, and human resources functions of MHCT.

The role will be responsible for the development and implementation of policies, procedures and workplace health and safety initiatives and the oversight of all funding agreement deliverables.

The Executive Support and Finance Officer will provide administrative support to the CEO and MHCT Board and subcommittees.

Applications close on 5pm on Thursday 18 July.

Learn more: https://mhct.org/careers/

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👀 Have you heard of the Mental Health Emergency Response team?

Today they were actively engaged in a safety skills enhancement workshop at the Tasmania Police Academy.

👮‍♂️🚑🧑‍⚕️ The Mental Health Emergency Response is a Department of Health, Tasmania initiative, which comprises of mental health clinicians, police officers, and paramedics.

The focus of today’s training is to increase operational safety and enhance the knowledge of each agency within the team.

➡️ The Mental Health Emergency Response team has engaged with more than 4000 clients since the initiative commenced in January 2022 in Southern Tasmania.

🙌🏻 It is dedicated to improving access to mental health care for all Tasmanians.

Well done, team 👏🏻

📲 If you need support, it is available through the Access Mental Health helpline on 1800 332 388.

Take part in the State of the Nation in Su***de Prevention survey and help shape the future of su***de prevention.

Get involved and take the survey today: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JP77G7C

LAST CHANCE! Applications close Thursday 4 July at 4pm!

If you're planning an event or activity to celebrate Mental Health Week 2024, see if you're eligible to apply for a grant to go towards the costs! Visit www.mhct.org/mhw

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Life is full of ups and downs, which can affect our emotions. 💜 For some people, emotions are a very real trigger for their asthma symptoms. We can’t always avoid stress all together, but there are some steps you can take to help you stay in control of your asthma. Read some helpful tips here: https://buff.ly/3VIX1xH

Some amazing work coming out of the Central Coast region! Thank you Cheryl Fuller Mayor Central Coast Council for initiating these activities, and we look forward to continuing to work with Central Coast Council!

The Central Coast Council is Tasmania’s first local government member of the Tasmanian Mental Health Council 😊

On Wednesday 26 June 2024, the Tasmanian Mental Health Council met for its June meeting in Ulverstone. Mayor Fuller attended the meeting and presented the group with the Terms of Reference for our proposed Central Coast Mental Health Alliance (CCMHA) 🤝

Soon after being elected, Cheryl Fuller Mayor Central Coast Council initiated a series of roundtables with various stakeholders, community groups and members. This uncovered a vast range of issues and opportunities, including the need for an alliance in the mental health space.

We want to take the chance to remind those who are struggling that there are support services out there. If you are in need of support, please contact Lifeline Tasmania on 13 11 14.

For more information, check out our recent media release 👇
https://www.centralcoast.tas.gov.au/media-release-central-coast-mental-health-alliance-sets-out-to-build-mental-health-resilience-in-the-community/

Featured in photo: L-R Amanda Aitken – Mental Health Council of Tasmania (MHCT) Project Officer, Cr Cheryl Fuller – Mayor Central Coast Council, John McNamara – MHCT Project Officer, Olivia Clayton – MHCT Digital. Communications Lead

It's not too late to apply! Grant applications close on Thursday 4 July at 4:00pm!

If you're planning an event or activity to celebrate Mental Health Week 2024, see if you're eligible to apply for a grant to go towards the costs! Visit www.mhct.org/mhw

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State of the Nation in Su***de Prevention Survey 2024 is now open!
Share your insights and information about current policy, funding and service environment for su***de prevention. Responses will inform this year's State of the Nation in Su***de Prevention report to be released in September.
Survey closes 24 July 2024 👇
https://ow.ly/S5rf50SqyKi

Earlier today Ben Fisher from A Tasmanian Lifeline spoke with Kaz and Tubes on Triple M Breakfast. To have a listen follow the link below and click at 22 minutes. https://omny.fm/shows/triple-m-hobart-breakfast/thur-27-jun-hobart-s-best-dad-jokes-new-guide-dog?t=21m31s

It was an incredibly valuable conversation about the importance of reaching out for help if you are struggling.

If that’s you – you can call A Tasmanian Lifeline on 1800 98 44 34, seven days a week between 8am and 8pm.

LIFELINE TASMANIA is HERE FOR YOU!

This Thursday headspace Launceston, YASP - Young Aboriginal Support Program and Working It Out Inc Launceston will be celebrating Pride Month in the warmth of Launceston Central's cosy space, The Lounge!

Come in for a chat! We will have free resources available, Pride themed cookies and a focus board to promote all those wonderful LGBTQIA+ small businesses in Launceston!

See you there!!🏳️‍🌈

We can't wait to hear what the players from Tasmania University Football Club share during their 7 minute challenge!

Why not take a minute with your club, organisation or friends? https://takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/

Join Our Team at Psychology CAFFE!

At Psychology CAFFE, every individual is valued, and we strive to make a difference every day.

We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.

📩 Contact our General Manager, Dianne Hawkridge, at [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity.

Great to see Pure Wellness Tasmania taking the 7 minute challenge! ☺

Join in and take the challenge! https://takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/

Day 5 of is Time for Some Me Time. Consider those things you do or can do for yourself each day, the small things, that help you reset. For me, it's my runs. They not only get my heart pumping but give me that time to recharge in nature. What is your favourite me time activity?

Taking a minute to boost your mental wellbeing. Join me for the 7 day challenge!

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Don't forget to apply - grants close next week!

Has your school, club or organisation applied for a Mental Health Week grant yet? 🤩

If you're planning an event or activity to celebrate Mental Health Week 2024, see if you're eligible to apply for a grant to go towards the costs! Visit www.mhct.org/mhw

Grant applications close on Thursday 4 July at 4:00pm.

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We love seeing Claire van Ryn taking the 7 minute challenge 😍 And you can do it too!

Head to takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/ to learn more and sign up for the 7 minute challenge.

❤️ Take a minute with Claire van Ryn!

Head to takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/ to learn more and sign up for the 7 minute challenge.

Take a minute.

Has your school, club or organisation applied for a Mental Health Week grant yet? 🤩

If you're planning an event or activity to celebrate Mental Health Week 2024, see if you're eligible to apply for a grant to go towards the costs! Visit www.mhct.org/mhw

Grant applications close on Thursday 4 July at 4:00pm.

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❤️Take a minute is designed to empower Tasmanians to take charge of their mental health and wellbeing.

We often think ‘mental health’ is about recognising when things aren’t going well, and how to respond when that happens.

🧰Take a minute flips the script. It gives us the tools to prevent us from becoming unwell in the first place.

Sign up to take your own 7 minute challenge at https://takeaminute.com.au/take-the-challenge/

Lifeline Tasmania

Registrations are currently open for the Tasmanian Transcultural Mental Health Network's annual forum! This is a FREE EVENT being held in Hobart, Tuesday 25th of June, 9am – 5pm, at the C3 Convention Centre.

This year’s theme is: “Working with Children and Youth from Refugee and Migrant Backgrounds.” The event will include keynote presentations, practical workshops and panel discussions focused on best practice and innovative approaches to supporting the well-being of children and young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds.

To secure your free spot, please follow the link: https://buff.ly/3VkitJr

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