Mental Health Fire Plan…Everyone Should Have One!
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Ballroom BC - In Person Only
| Wednesday, November 9, 2022 |
| 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM |
Overview
Julie Rowse and Sarah Jane Hall, Healthy Mind And Soul
Speaker
Mrs Sarah Jane Hall
Owner & Educator
Healthy Mind and Soul
Mental Health Fire Plan…Everyone Should Have One!
Abstract
Mental health and wellbeing isn’t a destination, it’s a series of skills we develop to be able to ride the rollercoaster of life.
Growing up on a rural property, we had a fire plan. We were taught, if there was a fire, to close the heavy wool drapes and put on our thick denim jeans and woollen jumper, even if it was forty degrees!
In Australia not only do we have many people living in fire prone areas, but we also have many people who experience mental health difficulties. In Victoria, where I live, 17.1% of people live in a bush fire prone area. Across Australia 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health issue in a 12 month period with 45% of us likely to experience a mental health difficulty in our lifetime.
Just as people who live in fire prone areas are encouraged to have a Fire Plan, I believe all people experience stress in life (fire, flood, health crisis, financial stressors, and more) and should have a Mental Health Fire Plan. We need to know at times when we are under stress in life exactly what we need to do and how to access support to stay mentally fit.
Participants in this workshop will:
Learn about the importance of taking proactive steps to develop mental health and wellbeing strategies prior to times of stress and crisis.
Gain an understanding of the range of strategies that promote and help us manage our mental health preventatively and in times of crisis.
Leave the workshop having developed their own Mental Health Fire Plan to help them ride the rollercoaster when the stress of life becomes challenging.
Growing up on a rural property, we had a fire plan. We were taught, if there was a fire, to close the heavy wool drapes and put on our thick denim jeans and woollen jumper, even if it was forty degrees!
In Australia not only do we have many people living in fire prone areas, but we also have many people who experience mental health difficulties. In Victoria, where I live, 17.1% of people live in a bush fire prone area. Across Australia 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health issue in a 12 month period with 45% of us likely to experience a mental health difficulty in our lifetime.
Just as people who live in fire prone areas are encouraged to have a Fire Plan, I believe all people experience stress in life (fire, flood, health crisis, financial stressors, and more) and should have a Mental Health Fire Plan. We need to know at times when we are under stress in life exactly what we need to do and how to access support to stay mentally fit.
Participants in this workshop will:
Learn about the importance of taking proactive steps to develop mental health and wellbeing strategies prior to times of stress and crisis.
Gain an understanding of the range of strategies that promote and help us manage our mental health preventatively and in times of crisis.
Leave the workshop having developed their own Mental Health Fire Plan to help them ride the rollercoaster when the stress of life becomes challenging.
Biography
Sarah Jane is a proud Narungga woman with over 28 years experience in education, business management, community groups, strategic planning, project management and speaking engagements. Her background also includes a Bachelor in Education, photography and humanitarian work. She is co-owner of Healthy Mind And Soul.
Sarah Jane is passionate about her Indigenous culture and investing back into community. She is a skilled artist who blends traditional cultural practices with modern art.
Sarah Jane has a heart for empowering individuals and is a strong advocate for mental health education and professional development, bringing widespread knowledge to volunteer organisations, communities and businesses.
Dr Julie Rowse
Owner & Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Healthy Mind And Soul
Mental Health Fire Plan…Everyone Should Have One!
Abstract
Mental health and wellbeing isn’t a destination, it’s a series of skills we develop to be able to ride the rollercoaster of life.
Growing up on a rural property, we had a fire plan. We were taught, if there was a fire, to close the heavy wool drapes and put on our thick denim jeans and woollen jumper, even if it was forty degrees!
In Australia not only do we have many people living in fire prone areas, but we also have many people who experience mental health difficulties. In Victoria, where I live, 17.1% of people live in a bush fire prone area. Across Australia 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health issue in a 12 month period with 45% of us likely to experience a mental health difficulty in our lifetime.
Just as people who live in fire prone areas are encouraged to have a Fire Plan, I believe all people experience stress in life (fire, flood, health crisis, financial stressors, and more) and should have a Mental Health Fire Plan. We need to know at times when we are under stress in life exactly what we need to do and how to access support to stay mentally fit.
Participants in this workshop will:
Learn about the importance of taking proactive steps to develop mental health and wellbeing strategies prior to times of stress and crisis.
Gain an understanding of the range of strategies that promote and help us manage our mental health preventatively and in times of crisis.
Leave the workshop having developed their own Mental Health Fire Plan to help them ride the rollercoaster when the stress of life becomes challenging.
Growing up on a rural property, we had a fire plan. We were taught, if there was a fire, to close the heavy wool drapes and put on our thick denim jeans and woollen jumper, even if it was forty degrees!
In Australia not only do we have many people living in fire prone areas, but we also have many people who experience mental health difficulties. In Victoria, where I live, 17.1% of people live in a bush fire prone area. Across Australia 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health issue in a 12 month period with 45% of us likely to experience a mental health difficulty in our lifetime.
Just as people who live in fire prone areas are encouraged to have a Fire Plan, I believe all people experience stress in life (fire, flood, health crisis, financial stressors, and more) and should have a Mental Health Fire Plan. We need to know at times when we are under stress in life exactly what we need to do and how to access support to stay mentally fit.
Participants in this workshop will:
Learn about the importance of taking proactive steps to develop mental health and wellbeing strategies prior to times of stress and crisis.
Gain an understanding of the range of strategies that promote and help us manage our mental health preventatively and in times of crisis.
Leave the workshop having developed their own Mental Health Fire Plan to help them ride the rollercoaster when the stress of life becomes challenging.
Biography
Dr Julie Rowse (Bach.OT Hons; PhD) is passionate about helping people achieve positive mental health so that can they lead rich and fulfilling lives. She uses relatable stories, metaphors and examples to help people understand their own mental health to achieve optimal mental wellbeing. Julie loves to share her knowledge to empower others. Julie has been a qualified Mental Health Occupational Therapist for 24 years and brings a wealth of knowledge and practice wisdom to her work. Julie has experience working in both the public and private sector, including in senior leadership roles and her own private practice.
