Creating Connections (CC) is a program for young people aged 15-25, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
This service is voluntary and free.
We support young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with employment, education and training, as well as opportunities to develop general life skills.
Creating Connections focuses on early intervention, comprehensive assessment and referral pathways, and offers tailored approaches to support young people moving out of homelessness.
We primarily accept referrals from youth homelessness providers, but we can accept referrals from other agencies or self-referrals.
For further information call us directly on (03) 5338 4500 and request a Creating Connections worker.
The Child Health program works to support families with vulnerable children aged 0-12 who have developmental delay, trauma, family relationship breakdown and other stressors or vulnerability.
Contact
Phone (03) 5338 4500
Child Health works with families to
Develop and review individualised goals
Connect to health and wellbeing services
Strengthen parent-child bonds
Address developmental delays
Make and attend medical appointments
Complete paperwork and other administrative tasks
The Child Health Practitioner works with families with children up to 12 years old who have disabilities or developmental delays.
It is a free and voluntary service. For further information call us directly on (03) 5338 4500 and ask to speak to our Child Health Practitioner.
The aim is for you to feel better supported in managing and understanding your heart condition and recovery. Being a group program, it also provides peer support with others who have experienced similar heart events.
Where?
You have the option to attend the program at Lucas or Sebastopol.
What to Expect?
You will attend a 90minute initial assessment with a cardiac nurse and exercise physiologist. This is then followed by seven weeks of twice weekly exercise and weekly education sessions. Your program can be tailored around work/personal commitments where possible. Family members are encouraged to attend education sessions with you.
What does the program offer?
Education sessions are facilitated by qualified professionals including Cardiac Nurse, Dietitian, Counsellor, Pharmacist, Exercise Physiologist and Ambulance Victoria.
Your exercise program is adapted according to your heart condition and recovery post heart event.
Are You Eligible?
Have you experienced within the last 12 months
a heart attack
heart stents
heart bypass surgery
angina
surgery or treatment on the valves of the heart
controlled heart rhythms such as Atrial Fibrillation
placement of a pacemaker
controlled heart failure conditions
High risk of cardiovascular disease
How can the Program Help Me?
better understand your heart condition
learn about your medications
understand your risk factors & how to manage them
create a healthier lifestyle
return to normal activities and or work
figure out what to do in an emergency.
Cost?
There is a small cost per session however a fee waiver can be offered if experiencing financial hardship (enquire for further information).
How Can I Access the Program?
You can get a referral from your GP, Cardiologist or you can self-refer. For more information contact us on (03) 5338 4500
The Cardiac Health Program is a professionally supervised 8 week exercise program in a well-equipped gym. Heart health education is also delivered to improve outcomes for people who have had a heart event.
