Looking after Yourself

Surviving Online Learning: A Guide for Families

Online learning has been stressful for many families. ReachOut has developed tips for managing your own wellbeing and supporting your teen through this tough time.

What parents can expect from the guide:

Quizzes
An online community with other parents and carers
Quick, practical tips
Articles featuring expert advice

Self Esteem and Communication: online Course for Women

Self Esteem & Communication is an 8-session group for women who wish to develop their self-confidence, communication skills and conflict resolution abilities. This may be in relation to previous stresses or difficulties in their relationships.

Fees are very reasonably priced and are on a sliding scale according to income.

Attached is more information for your convenience.

If you would like to know more, please contact northrep@ransw.org.au

The Parents Website

This is a resource for parents which has some great articles in it. Andrew Fuller, Clinical Psychologist, has written a number of contributions as has parent educator Michael Grose. I have attached one article for parents about how to avoid depression during lockdown but explore the whole site here: https://theparentswebsite.com.au

Tips to avoid depression during lockdown

A Comprehensive resource for Parents

Are you juggling life in lockdown with being a parent, home schooling, or working from home? If yes, you may find some helpful links in this where to guide*, when you can’t go anywhere.

We have compiled a helpful list of resources, groups, andactivities that you can participate in both online and offline from home or in your neighbourhood. We hope they bring inspiration and fun to the day for you and your family.

This resource collaboration is an initiative of the NSLHD Child Youth and Family Health Services in partnership with Relationships Australia-Community Builders

A where to guide for families.pdf

Wellbeing Resources for Parents

Child Protection Helpline 132 111

Police Assistance 131 444

Family Referral Service 1800066757- if you need support and don't know where to go

Domestic Violence Crisis Line (24hrs) 1800 656463

Emergency 000

How Parentline can help you

Parenting can be a tough job but also really rewarding. Talking to a Parentline Counsellor can help you navigate difficult parenting dilemmas

**TAFE - Covid – 19 fee-free* online short courses –Please check Eligibility Criteria**

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, TAFE NSW, in conjunction with the NSW Government, is offering a number of fee-free* short courses that can be completed in just days or weeks, offering practical skills and experiences across a range of industries.

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