The Family Nurturing Centre’s mission is to support families through the provision of resources, services and education to lay the foundations of mental health and well being in the family. Through revitalizing community and connecting families that align themselves with the spirit of nurturing, empathy and cooperation, children flourish and the whole society benefits. The centre is developing three main areas of work: new families support, mental health and wellbeing program and online resources.
Imagine if happiness was a muscle. You know what they say- use it or lose it. Did you know there are things you can do each day to strengthen your happiness? Check out our tips.
Specialist after-hours mental health telephone service for the rural communties of Western Australia.
Tel No.: 1800 552 002 | TTY: 1800 720 002
beyondblue: the national depression initiative is an independent, not-for-profit organisation working to increase awareness and understanding of depression, anxiety and related substance-use disorders throughout Australia and reduce the associated stigma.
More than a million people in Australia live with depression. With the right treatment, most people recover.
For more information about depression, anxiety and related drug and alcohol problems visit the website or call the beyondblue info line on 1300 22 4636 (local call cost).
Services for depression = Counselling, Peer Support and Working Well Our free online Counselling, Peer Support and Working Well service is to assist people with the management of their depression, stress and anxiety enabling them to improve their mental health and overall day to day functioning. For more information visit the website.
For more information, download the PDF’s below.
Taking part in regular physical activity improves mental wellbeing by reducing stress, anxiety and depression along with many other rewards. The Find Thirty® every day Campaign aims to increase the number of West Australian adults who are sufficiently active for good health. You’ll find all kind of rewards when you Find Thirty® minutes of physical activity every day.
To find out how you can Find Thirty® every day or more on the campaign, click here www.findthirtyeveryday.com.au
The Walking School Bus operates as a supervised group of children walking to and from school along a safe and enjoyable set route.
A guide to organising street parties. Great way of increasing social connectedness, as well as reducing crime
Rural, Remote, & Regional women in WA
Having a baby can be very exciting and you may feel all kinds of intense emotions. You might find yourself filled with love, joy, delight, surprise, stress, frustration, confusion and even disappointment. All these strong emotions are common and normal. It’s even normal to go through dozens of emotions – both good and not so good – in just one day.
If you’re finding it hard to cope as a new or expectant parent, or want to find out more about emotional health for parents, click here: www.wnhs.health.wa.gov.au/emotionalhealth.php This website explains some of the different emotions you may feel and provides information about supporting yourself during this time.

