Events

You’re invited to celebrate International Day of People with Disability with us! Enjoy a free breakfast, local musical performances and speeches to celebrate all abilities. When: 3 Dec 2020, 7am to 9am Where: Red Earth Arts Precinct Who: All welcome Cost: Free For more information: (08) 9186 8668 or kate.james@karratha.wa.gov.au The Red Earth Arts Precinct is an accessible venue. 2 x ACROD parking bays are available in the main carpark. Parking spaces closest to the building will be reserved for event attendees. **Please note, current COVID-19 restrictions will be adhered to, including reduced venue capacity. Please maintain social distancing and...

Telehealth services have helped people to stay connected with their health care team through the Covid shutdowns and also increases health service provision to regional and remote areas. Alison will provide some useful ideas about how to make a telehealth appointment useful and relevant to both the health professional and the patient. Presented via Scopia To register CLICK HERE

A FREE workshop designed to support people living with type 2 diabetes. The abbreviation DESMOND stands for Diabetes Education and Self Management for Ongoing and Newly Diagnosed. The program recognises that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to diabetes management. It is intended to provide you with a welcoming and non-judgmental space where you can plan how you would like to manage your diabetes. This fundamental workshop has demonstrated benefits for participants in both Australia and the UK. Results have shown that DESMOND can help you to: Lower your HbA1c Develop a better understanding of diabetes Improve your...

BE PART OF THE CHANGE The WA Centre for Rural Health invites you to the launch of the Stronger and Safer Communities and Families for the Pilbara project as part of the Vital Change programs led by WACOSS and funded by BHP. Have your say on the Pilbara prevention strategy to address family and domestic violence. Date: Monday, 7th December Time: 10am - 2:00pm Venue: Red Earth Arts Precinct, Karratha Hear about the SSCFP project and how the strategy aims to reduce family and domestic violence across the Pilbara. Two professional speakers will present; Dr Carolyn Johnson and Prof Sandra Thompson....

BE PART OF THE CHANGE The WA Centre for Rural Health invites you to the launch of the Stronger and Safer Communities and Families for the Pilbara project as part of the Vital Change programs led by WACOSS and funded by BHP. Have your say on the Pilbara prevention strategy to address family and domestic violence. Date: Tuesday, 8th December Time: 11am - 2:00pm Venue: Wanangkura Stadium - Jimblebar Room South Hedland Hear about the SSCFP project and how the strategy aims to reduce family and domestic violence across the Pilbara. Two professional speakers will present; Dr Carolyn Johnson and Prof...

Population Health invite you to a workshop to discuss: Why and when to start solids What to introduce and how Allergy and intolerance Fussy eaters Sleep and settling Separation anxiety Early communication Language development Recommended for parents with infants over 4 months old Call 9144 7833 to register - Limited places available

Action Plan Review Forum Assist with the creation of a place based action plan for our community. The Community Wellbeing Action Plan will be designed for our community by our community. We encourage stakeholders, service providers, businesses and community champions to become involved. The Community Wellbeing Action Plan will be developed to address Mental Wellbeing, Suicide Prevention and Postvention supports for your community. This is your community! This is your plan! Get involved. Light LUNCH PROVIDED For more information contact: Kesi-Maree.Prior@health.wa.gov.au

BE PART OF THE CHANGE The WA Centre for Rural Health invites you to the launch of the Stronger and Safer Communities and Families for the Pilbara project as part of the Vital Change programs led by WACOSS and funded by BHP. Have your say on the Pilbara prevention strategy to address family and domestic violence. Date: Thursday, 10th December Time: 10am - 2:00pm Venue: Season's Hotel, Newman Hear about the SSCFP project and how the strategy aims to reduce family and domestic violence across the Pilbara. Two professional speakers will present; Dr Carolyn Johnson and Prof Sandra Thompson. Followed...