In this podcast from The Community Block on 88.3 Southern FM, Ian Symmons from Better Health Network tells us about the BHN Community Transport program. It provides transport to and from key appointments for people aged 65 years or over. It’s been providing safe and reliable door-to-door transportation for our community since 1975. For details, call BHN on 132 246
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In this podcast from The Community Block (18 February 2025), Better Health Network‘s Claire Emmanuel talks about the services offered by Gambler’s Help Southern. From primary prevention, to community engagement, school education and counselling services, Gambler’s Help Southern is ready to assist. To arrange an appointment, phone 9575 5353. More info: gamblershelpsouthern.org.au
Read moreIn this podcast from The Community Block on 88.3 Southern FM, Better Health Network social worker Elyssa Hudson tells us how to recognise the symptoms of the so-called “holiday blues” and look after your mental health during the festive season. Elyssa talks about BHN’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub – a program which provides support to anyone who’s experiencing a
Read moreBetter Health Network has a monthly half-hour on Southern FM’s Tuesday afternoon program The Community Block. For November, the topic was quitting smoking/vaping. BHN’s Kate Chester is chatting with Colin Tyrus about the free service that can help you kick the tobacco habit. More info: https://bhn.org.au/services/physical-health/smoking-cessation/
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Gambing Harm Awareness Week (18 to 24 November 2024) puts the spotlight on gambling harm within our community. It encourages discussion about how gambling affects individuals, families and the community. In this podcast, Claire Emmanuel (pictured) from Better Health Network explains that help is available to people who are experiencing difficulties as a result of gambling harm. For more information
Read moreBetter Health Network features on Southern FM’s The Community Block on the third Tuesday of every month at 2 PM. In this podcast, BHN’s Christine Phillips is talking about the South East Metro Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect (Connect Centre) and how it supports the family, carers, supporters and kin of people with mental health and/or substance use challenges. More
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