October is Mental Health Month, and Campaspe Shire Council in conjunction with Campaspe Murray Mental Health and Wellbeing Network are promoting a range of events that aim to educate and support community members as well as raise awareness about the importance of mental health.
Campaspe Shire Deputy Mayor, Cr Jess Mitchell said helping to improve community mental health was a priority for Council.
"Council recognises that mental health is an issue that touches the lives of many individuals and families across Australia — including right here in our own community – so we're encouraging community members to reach out and connect with the groups and the supports they need," she said.
"Events like those being held in October for Mental Health Month are incredibly important in helping to create safe and welcoming spaces for open conversation, connection and access to resources."
Some of the events that are happening throughout Mental Health Month include:
- 1 October: Grounding and Wellbeing activity – Njernda
- 2 October: Free movie matinee, 12 noon – 3pm at Rushworth Library – Campaspe Shire Council
- 6 October: Soaring Drawing and Laughter Yoga – Echuca Regional Health (at Echuca Library)
- 7 October: SafeTALK Suicide Prevention Training – Loddon Mallee Public Health Unit
- 7 October: Beyond the Binary – Reimagining Gender – Greater Bendigo-Loddon-Campaspe Mental Health & Wellbeing Local
- 8 October: Free movie matinee, 12 noon – 3pm at Echuca Library – Campaspe Shire Council
- 8 October: Self Care Workshop in Rochester – Anglicare Victoria
- 10 October: Roots of Resilience – Echuca Neighbourhood House
- 15 October: Free movie matinee, 12 noon – 3pm at Echuca Library – Campaspe Shire Council
- 22 October: Self Care Workshop Echuca – Anglicare Victoria
- 22 October: Free movie matinee, 12 noon – 3pm at Echuca Library – Campaspe Shire Council.
