Storm recovery programs for families

We're supporting a free emotion focused parenting program for parents who have concerns around how they or their children are coping following the challenges of extreme weather, pandemic and whatever else life has thrown at them. 

Over six sessions facilitators will work with parents and carers to identify what topics they want to focus on and then work with the group to provide ideas and strategies for:

• Better understanding and talking with their children
• Helping children manage their emotions and deal with conflict
• Managing challenging behaviours
• Parenting anxious children

‍This program is coordinated by Yarra Ranges Council Community Recovery team, facilitated by Julia Russell from Anglicare Parentzone, and supported by Mums of the Hills

When:
All six sessions must be attended and these are held every Thursday between 11 August and 15 September from 9.30am - 12pm.
Where:
All sessions will be held at Montrose Town Centre, 935 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Montrose.
Places are limited and bookings are essential.

For information and bookings about program please contact Julia Russell, Anglicare Parentzone,
julia.russell@anglicarevic.org.au, 9721 3629
 

We've teamed up with Seasons for Growth who are offering their free program for children aged 6-11 in the Yarra Ranges and who are experiencing change and loss following the June 2021 storms.

The program involves four 2-hour sessions that incorporates a wide range of age-appropriate activities involving drawing, role-play, stories, discussion, playdough, music and journal activities.

Sessions are facilitated by accredited Seasons for Growth staff and will be held at at Montrose Town Centre, 935 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Montrose on:

• Saturday 20 August
• Saturday 27 August 
• Saturday 10 September  

Bookings are essential as places are limited and applications close on 25 April 2022.

This free online program is aimed at strengthening the relationships of those who experienced the June 2021 storm.

It’s normal for families to have difficulties during stressful events or tough times and after extreme weather events such as the 2021 storm the mental health and wellbeing of the whole family, including children, infants, parents and couples can be affected.

This series of four free online workshops focuses on building those skills to strengthen relationships between couples and family members.

The online webinars are held every Wednesday between 24 August and 14 September from 7:00-8:30pm.

Join art therapists, Anita and Shelly, to explore themes of resilience, connectedness and growth through art making. No artistic skills needed! 

This three session program provides an opportunity to connect with others, and explore how we can grow from challenging times in our lives. Participants will have the chance to use a variety of materials and mediums to explore their unique stories.  

This program is available for Yarra Ranges people in year levels 7-12 who were impacted by the June 2021 storm and want to explore their experience through art making with other young people.

The sessions will be held at Olinda Community House Inc and is coordinated by Yarra Ranges Council Community Recovery team, and facilitated by art therapists with support from Lilydale Youth Hub.

WHERE: Olinda Community House, 79 -81 Olinda-Monbulk Rd, Olinda.
WHEN: Three sessions will run from 4:30pm to 6:00pm on 16, 23 and 30 August.