Dandelion Support Network

This Video Explains the Difference Between Depression and Sadness

In Australia 45% of the population will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime and in one year over 1 million Australian adults will have a level of clinical depression (and this is on the rise with our high and frequent reliance on social media apps). beyondblue states that there are different types of depression where symptoms can range from relatively minor through to severe, but all can impact the way you feel about yourself. The good news is that depression is manageable and seeking support early is the key to regaining control of your life.

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Great suggestions from The Black Dog Institute for this Festive Season

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I think at this time of year we can often feel trapped within the infinity of tasks we would like to complete as the year comes to an end and a new one approaches.....sometimes just thinking of the list you would like to complete feels exhausting and unachievable...feeling defeated? Perhaps your path needs a guide?

http://www.aimforhopecounselling.com.au/2016/12/04/tis-the-season-to-be-jolly/

A beautiful way to connect with a loved one who has died. http://www.woronoramemorialpark.com.au/event/carols-by-candlelight

We will be running a Closed Grief Workshop - Exploring Grief within Pregnancy and Infant Loss in November: Through the workshop we educate parents on the process of grief, identify coping strategies and facilitate a sense of personal control and decision making. The workshop commences Tuesday November 8th and runs for 6 consecutive Tues nights, starting at 7pm and ending at 9pm. Wk1 - Getting acquainted, goal setting and understanding the multiple perspectives of grief. Wk2 - Remembering, Identifying and Expressing Feelings Wk3 - Role Changes and Meaning Reconstruction Wk4- Stress and Coping (including special events) Wk5 - Memorialisation, Continuing Bonds and Therapeutic Rituals Wk6 - Assessing Support Systems, Recapping and Reflecting The workshop is free to attend and is funded through Bears of Hope Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support. RSVP: support@bearsofhope.org.au Places are limited to 12 people More Information or would like to know about our other grief related workshops? Please contact me at aimforhope@optusnet.com.au

October 15th - Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. A special service will be held at Karinya within Woronora Memorial Park - an event dedicated to babies lost during pregnancy, stillbirth and children up to 12 years. The service includes an international wave of light candlelight ceremony for all to be a part of. Date: Saturday 15th October 2016 Time: Arrive 6.15pm for a 6.30pm start The service will end by approx. 7.15pm with light refreshments. RSVP - http://www.woronoracemetery.org.au/event/pregnancy-infant-loss-remembrance-day-service

In conjunction with Bears of Hope Pregnancy and Infant Loss a Parent Bereavement Support Group will meet on the 4th October at 7.30pm in Sutherland. This group is for any parent who has experienced a loss through miscarriage, pregnancy, stillbirth or neonatal. There is no cost to attend but an RSVP to aimforhope@optusnet.com.au is requested.

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http://www.aimforhopecounselling.com.au/2016/08/31/fathers-day/

In conjunction with Bears of Hope Pregnancy and Infant Loss a Parent Bereavement Support Group will meet on the 6th September at 7.30pm in Sutherland. This group is for any parent who has experienced a loss through miscarriage, pregnancy, stillbirth or neonatal. There is no cost to attend but an RSVP to aimforhope@optusnet.com.au is requested.