SUPPORTER SPRING 2019
A sense of belonging
Culturally inclusive playgroup
The three-day camps, held throughout the year, provide adults experiencing mental health issues with the opportunity to engage and interact with others in a serene and relaxed setting. “It did me the world of good to be outdoors in nature, around other people, and be a part of a group – I felt like I belonged somewhere in this world,” Clarissa said. “Having the company of other people also helped me because it was a safe and supportive environment.” Clarissa said the camp was a unique opportunity to gain the confidence needed to create meaningful friendships. AnglicareSA Disability and Mental Health Services customer Clarissa found a “sense of belonging” after participating in one of AnglicareSA’s Mylor adventure camps.
commences In July, Blakeview Primary School officially launched its new Aboriginal Focused Playgroup.
“Creating social connections with people who understand, are non-judgemental and have lived experience of mental health issues is extremely important to me,” she said. “It helps me realise I’m not alone.” Clarissa enjoyed archery for the very first time, as well as bonfires, craft activities, movie nights and the “amazing food”. “Having one of the support workers braid my hair and paint my nails – that was really nice to be pampered.” For information about the AnglicareSA Adventure Camps at Mylor, please call 1800 953 001.
Connection and information =engagement
The AnglicareSA Playford Communities for Children (CfC) initiative supports Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children and was created after a gap was identified in regards to the school readiness of new students. The program aims to create a friendly and culturally safe learning environment in which families are supported and positive interactions are encouraged. The goal is to build strong relationships between parent and child, and parent and school, and to build a strong sense of community. The focus of the culturally inclusive playgroup is to build a love of literacy and numeracy, both for the child and the caregiver. Activities include Jolly Phonics, storytelling, cooking, cultural activities, sandpit games, water play and painting.
Our Better Places Stronger Communities (BPSC) program
and skin cancer checks, blood pressure and sugar levels tests,
recently identified a need for greater engagement from our male tenants. As part of their improvement strategy they hosted a Men’s Health Week event. The event was very successful with many new faces attending. Health and wellbeing information was provided at the event, including bowel cancer screening, prostate
Men’s Shed information, TAFE study options, and a mental health program for those not eligible for the NDIS. The men enjoyed the day, gained a wealth of information and connected through a range of activities such as darts, pool and lawn bowls. The BPSC program continues to see increased positive engagement from tenants.
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