Take Time for Mental Health at Council’s free annual ‘Wellness at the Coast’ event
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Council’s annual Wellness at the Coast event is just days away and it’s encouraging residents to ‘Take Time for Mental Health’ as part of Queensland Mental Health week (9 – 17 October).
The free event includes sunrise yoga, followed by guest speakers, and a variety of workshops alongside stallholders with information and resources about overall wellness and mental health.
Councillor Pat Eastwood, Portfolio Holder of Healthy and Inclusive Community, said following what has been a challenging time for everyone dealing with the impacts of COVID-19, it’s vital we all take the time to look after ourselves and others.
“This event is specifically organised with the aim of reducing stigma and promoting mental health and wellbeing for everyone,” Cr Eastwood said.
“Council is proud to facilitate this event to help boost mental wellbeing in Livingstone communities.
“We want to promote and normalise conversations around our mental health; bring awareness to how we can individually and collectively build healthy habits that in turn positively impact our mental health; and keep encouraging people to treat mental health like any other illness and seek support when they need it.”
According to Beyond Blue, one in six Australians is currently experiencing depression or anxiety or both. However, support-seeking appears to be growing at a rapid rate, with around half of all people with a condition now getting treatment.
“Everyone experiences feelings of sadness, anger, or hopelessness at times. But if these feelings won’t go away or get so strong they make it difficult for a person to function normally, this could be a sign of a mental illness,” Cr Eastwood said.
“It’s important that community members feel supported during these difficult times, so if you, or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please talk to your local GP or visit the Capricorn Coast Hospital and Health Service.
“Alternatively, one of our staff members located at The Community Centre in John Street, Yeppoon, can also direct you to the best available support services.
“It’s fantastic to see such an overwhelming response to the event already, with a number of residents already registered to attend.
“For those who aren’t able to attend, the entire event will be live streamed to Council’s Facebook page from 10.30am.”
Council would like to thank the Queensland Government and Carinity Education Rockhampton for sponsoring and supporting the event.
Event Info
WHEN: Friday, 15 October, from 10am to 3pm
WHERE: Yeppoon Town Hall and Beaman Park, Normanby Street.
For more information or to register, please click here.
How you can take time to improve your wellbeing
• Get healthy— being active and eating well is good for your mind and body
• Keep learning — learning new things can be fun and boost confidence
• Show kindness — practising small acts of kindness, volunteering time, or simply helping a friend in need can help you feel more satisfied with life
• Connect — spending time with other people is important to everyone’s mental wellbeing and can be done while carefully observing social distancing
• Take notice — paying more attention to the present and the world around you can help you relieve stress and enjoy the moment
• Embrace nature — connecting with the outdoors and taking care of the planet is the best recipe for world wellbeing
For more information on Queensland Mental Health week, visit https://www.qldmentalhealthweek.org.au/
For 24/7 Counselling and Support
Lifeline – 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
Kids Help Line – 1800 55 1800
Alcohol & Drug Info Services (ADIS) – 1800 177 833
Queensland Health — 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84)