Community Connect

Here is Part 1 of the chat that Edwina & Greg McHenry had with Paul Levey and Monique Patterson about "The Boy in the Presbytery" for Community Connect on OCR FM. The book is available by contacting either of the two participants via FB, or at www.geniusbooks.com.au

I have split the chat we had with Monique and Paul so that you can have a break. Trigger warnings are given at the front end of Part 1, but NOT part 2. I remind you that part of the purchase price goes towards supporting Survivors & Victims of child sexual abuse that For help or someone to talk to - Lifeline 13 11 14 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 Hours) - 1800 806 292 Suicide Helpline Victoria- 1300 651 251. There is a comprehensive list in the book, which you can purchase through www.geniusbooks.com.au , or become a friend of Paul Levey and Monique Patterson on Facebook.

I have split the chat we had with Monique and Paul so that you can have a break. Trigger warnings are given at the front end of Part 1. For help or someone to talk to - Lifeline 13 11 14 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 Hours) - 1800 806 292 Suicide Helpline Victoria- 1300 651 251. There is a comprehensive list in the book, which you can purchase through www.geniusbooks.com.au , or become a friend of Paul Levey and Monique Patterson on Facebook.

his is the chat with CEO of Breast screen Vic Terri Smith only. Where an when is the van? City Bowls Club, Central Reserve, 28-40 Gravesend St Monday at 8:00 AM UTC+11 - 5:40 PM UTC+11 Price: Free · Duration: 8 hr We're in Colac 8 Feb - 19 Mar. We invite Victorians aged 50−74 to have a breast screen every two years, as they are the group most at risk of developing breast cancer. Breast screening is free, takes 10 minutes, and is with a woman. Book online at breastscreen.org.au or call 13 20 50.

In the first part of this podcast, we are chatting again via zoom with:- Colac's own McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Michelle Hamblin, who we chatted with for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 2020. The second part is with CEO of Breast screen Vic Terri Smith, because the Breast Screen Van (Marjorie) is in town. Where & When:- City Bowls Club, Central Reserve, 28-40 Gravesend St Monday at 8:00 AM - 5:40 PM Price: Free · Duration: 8 hr We're in Colac 8 Feb - 19 Mar. We invite Victorians aged 50−74 to have a breast screen every two years, as they are the group most at risk of developing breast cancer. Breast screening is free, takes 10 minutes, and is with a woman. Book online at www.breastscreen.org.au or call 13 20 50.

Our guests today is Penelope Bartlau, the Artistic Director of Barking Spider Visual Theatre, and one of the participants in this year's Colac Otway Arts Trail April 2 to 18 - Themed - THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNE. · Colac Otway Arts Trail 2021 · Registrations for 2021 L We are excited to announce the opening of registrations for the Colac Otway Arts Trail 2021 April 2 to 18. So, please register a placeholder for your venue on the Colac Otway Arts Trail 2021 soon. TO REGISTER ONLINE https://www.colacotwayartstrail.com/ Sue 0400922219

Wellways Australia Limited is a leading not-for-profit mental health and disability support organisation with services in Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. Our services span mental health, disability and community care, and reach thousands of people each year. They are working on projects and services in the Colac Otway Area. We find out heaps. This is a great chat with Kylie Whyte (Inclusion Net Project Officer | Barwon and the Great South Coast Region) with Wellways Australia, and Amelia (Millie) Reid (Peer and Community Coordinator). Suite 5 / 23-31 Gheringhap Street, Geelong 3220 kwhyte@wellways.org (03) 4333 0251 www.wellways.org | 1300 111 400 areid@wellways.org | 0438 575 314 | (03) 5292 1691

MAROONED - THE PLAY was staged at Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery Cororooke on the 7th February 2020. Today we revisit where it as, and its theme, suicide prevention, with Michael Gray Griffiths, the author, and actor, Rohana Hayes. It is hoped that the play will be made into a film for a wider audience, as a resource for ALL. To help this happen, you can donate via The Australian Cultural Fund site, using this URL - https://australianculturalfund.org.au/search/?q=marooned This incredible play has had a wide audience, and the best is yet to come. If you need help, call:- Lifeline on 13 11 14. Suicide Helpline Victoria - 1300 651 251. Kids Help Line (free call) - 1800 55 1800. Mensline - 1300 789 978. BiueKnot Helpline - 1300 657 380 - Geelong: 03 5222 4318 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 Hours) - 1800 806 292 Safe Steps (24 Hours) - 1800 015 188 Drummond St. Services - https://ds.org.au - 03 9663 6733 Parent Line - 1300 301 300 QLife - 1800 184 527

Lynne Richardson and Sue Tate joined us via Zoom for our first program to promote the Arts trail for this year. Yes, there will be more! Sue is current Chair and tech wizard behind the Arts Trail Website, as well as Community spokesperson for Lavers Hill artists. Lynne organised this chat, and had the whole district covered. TO REGISTER ONLINE for the Colac Otway Arts Trail 2021, with the theme , " THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL", go to https://www.colacotwayartstrail.com/ or callSue on 0488 547 144 between 5.00pm & 7.00pm The Colac Otway Arts Trail 2021 will run from April 2 to 18.

Eddie and I reflected on how many times we would have given out the number 13 11 14 over the years, both here in Colac, and also in Geelong. Hundreds, is all we can come up with, yet we have NOT had a comprehensive chat about what LIFELINE actual is, and does for those in need. We learn so much from Linda Holland, Community Engagement Coordinator & Suicide Prevention Services Coordinator (Lifeline) in the region, she is based in Warrnambool, however her role services the South West Victoria region. This is a fabulous chat, and sheds a brilliant light on the COMPLETE role that this organisation performs. Kids Helpline 1800 551 800, Parent Line 1300 301 300 and QLife 1800 184 527, are just a few you can find... Also - Help keep Colac Safe. Neighbourhood House, 23 Miller Street, Colac. Monday Wednesday & Friday - 9.00 am - 12.30 pm Please Phone - 1800 512 424

Melissa Williams, who is President of Positive Attitude Inc., and Ali Hogg, Digital Communications Project Officer at Drummond Street Services Inc. chat with us about their services and support mechanisms, AND what they are doing for breakfast and lunch on the 25th. It's at Mollie's Bar and Diner for Brekky and EdinburghGardens for lunch. https://www.facebook.com/positiveattitude13/ Drummond Street Services Inc. Are you in crisis? Call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Kids Helpline 1800 551 800, Parent Line 1300 301 300 or QLife 1800 184 527.

SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) Australia leader, Don McLeish was introduced to us by Ian Lawther, who is the parent of a survivor. These men are supporters, and their stories are from incredibly different angles that are fascinating, sad, tragic, yet need to be heard. Website: http://www.snapnetwork.org/ To make contact, email dmcleish@snapnetwork.org Or contact Don on sms 0411 565691 Stand Up Speak Up - https://standupspeakup.org/

Braille House is a not for profit charity that produces and provides reading material for people who are blind or have low vision. Today we are chatting with Sally Balwin, Braille House's General Manager, and Laura Garcia, the Mother of Eva, a young girl who became vision impaired when she was about one year old, and is an avid reader ... To find out more - Braille House Cortical Vision Impairment Australia Vision Australia - 1800 847 466

The national World AIDS Day theme for Australia in 2020 is Now More Than Ever. And to have a chat with us today, we have John Hall, who is the Partnership Manager with Thorne Harbour Health, And Melissa Williams, who is President of Positive Attitude Inc., having taken this position on when community hero and ally Yvonne Gardner passed away. There is more about WAD at http://www.worldaidsday.org.au

We are in the middle of Transgender Awareness Week. It is an important time in the LGBTIQ+ calendar because it raises the visibility of "trans" people around the world. So today we are having a couple of back-to-back chats, via Zoom, and the second is with Merrin Wake. The week is about bringing attention to issues of · prejudice, · discrimination and · violence that affect trans and gender diverse people · sharing their stories and · taking action to educate everyone about who transgender people are. The week culminates with Trans Day of Remembrance on 20 November. For support & more information:- Transcend Support | Support for Trans and Gender Diverse Children Geelong Rainbow Inc -@rainbowkidsgeelong on FB TGV is Victoria's leading body for trans and gender diverse advocacy. Queerspace For Ki:- kirrilydhayward@gmail.com and can be reached on 0484112850.

We are in the middle of Transgender Awareness Week. It is an important time in the LGBTIQ+ calendar because it raises the visibility of "trans" people around the world. So today we are having a couple of back-to-back chats, via Zoom, and the first one is with Ki Hayward. The week is about bringing attention to issues of · prejudice, · discrimination and · violence that affect trans and gender diverse people · sharing their stories and · taking action to educate everyone about who transgender people are. The week culminates with Trans Day of Remembrance on 20 November. For support & more information:- Transcend Support | Support for Trans and Gender Diverse Children Geelong Rainbow Inc -@rainbowkidsgeelong on FB TGV is Victoria's leading body for trans and gender diverse advocacy. Queerspace For Ki:- kirrilydhayward@gmail.com and can be reached on 0484112850 too

This chat is about NAIDOC with our guest Leigh Bartlett, who is the Executive Officer with BATForce. Strong brother, strong sister is a a culturally appropriate safe space for Young Aboriginal People to access mentoring, empowerment, guidance, health and wellbeing education, workforce and training, school assistance and cultural education. Find out more about NAIDOC & BATForce

We are chatting, again via zoom, with Diane Wright OAM - Founder & President of Anam Cara Colac. Gala Event plans, like most plans of 2020, were cancelled, so to support our 2020 Community Fundraising Appeal we are asking that you donate, as per the methods below, so that we can continue our invaluable care to our Colac and regional community. You can donate online at www.anamcarahousecolac.org.au or via the options listed below. Direct Deposit to BSB 633-000 Account No 128 787 173 (One off or regular monthly payments) Posting your cheque to PO Box508, Colac 3250 Visiting the office to make a cash donation Phoning 03 5233 8203 to donate with your credit/debit Card.

We are chatting again via zoom with Michael Cussens and Ahhleeyah Grace. NAIDOC Week is usually held in the first week of July that incorporates the second Friday - which historically was celebrated as 'National Aboriginal Day'. Due to our current circumstance, NAIDOC Week 2020 will begin on Sunday 8 November and ends on Sunday 15 November. The Theme this year - Always Was, Always Will Be. To connect with the community as discussed, go to Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/beelovedessence https://www.facebook.com/events/750381392204717 Or call Ahhleeyah - 0478 711 247

We are chatting again via zoom with: - Kay Widdicombe, who is the Allied Health Manager at Colac Area Health, and Nancy Donkers, whose husband Adrian has Alzheimer's. Nancy and her Son Michael are walking 1000 kms, each, in November to raise funds for Dementia Australia. Find them on Facebook to donate or go to https://fundraising.dementia.org.au/ and donate by clicking the "donate" button, the search for Nancy and/or Michael. An estimated 460,000 Australians are living with dementia. While Dementia Australia welcomes the $11.3 million for expert psychosocial supports, the lack of focus on dementia within a $115.5 billion budget in 2020-21 for health, aged care and sport, reveals that dementia is still not receiving the attention it deserves. https://www.dementia.org.au 1800 100 500

We are chatting again via zoom with: - Alex Jones, who is the Community Legal Education and Development worker at BCLS. And Becky Nevin Berger from MPower. Alex - Barwon Community Legal Service. Promote our Barwon Warm Safe Home Facebook Group, as well as encourage listeners to register for our upcoming Virtual Warm Safe Home forum featuring the Commissioner for Senior Victorians and Seniors Rights Victoria. Barwon Warm Safe Home Facebook group · https://www.facebook.com/groups/barwonwarmsafehome/ Barwon Warm Safe Home Virtual Forum - 16 Days of Activism · https://barwonwarmsafehomeforum.eventbrite.com.au More info can also be found on our website: https://barwoncls.org/barwon-warm-safe-home-project/

We are chatting again via zoom with: - Naomi Lettieri, who is the Community Liaison Nurse at Anam Cara House Colac, and Jenni Polley from Barwon Health Carer Support about National Carers Week 2020. Barwon Health Carer Respite & Carelink Services Phone: (03) 4215 7600 Barwon Health Carer Support www.carersvictoria.org.au- New Number - 1800 514 845 Anam CAra Colac - 03 5233 8203 www.anamcarahousecolac.org.au

We are chatting again via zoom with: -Lily Alford, who introduced her fundraiser thus:- Heya everyone! My name is Lily Alford & I am a Legally Blind/Chronically ill 20 year old from Colac, Victoria. You may have seen me walking around with my selection of colourful canes (rainbow is my most popular choice!). And Dussy Kuttner, who is the Community Fundraising & Event Marketing Manager for Vision Australia. This World Sight Day (October 8), Lily is taking on the My Vision 20:20 Challenge. Thank you - your support will make all the difference. https://myvision.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/lilyalford Facebook - Lily Alford for more news .

We are chatting again via zoom with: - Naomi Lettieri - Community Liaison Nurse at Anam Cara House Colac, and Annie Keogh, who is a Carer & Community Education Officer with Carers Victoria. Carer Gateway - 180 422 737 www.carersvictoria.org.au/ www.anamcarahousecolac.org.au Facebook -/AnamCaraHouseColac 03 5233 8203

We are chatting again via zoom with:- Mick Jones | Clinical Lead - Mental Health Nurse with Neami Nationa,l And Georgia Barrand, Peer Support Worker - STEPMI program with Neami National Barwon, Colac and the Otways. For more info, Ph 1300 050 093, Fb Neami National, go to https://www.neaminational.org.au or just Google STEPMI -

We are chatting again via zoom with:- Colac's own McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Michelle Hamblin, and, Anne Johnson, who is a mate of ours, and has her own story in this regard. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Colac along with other towns across Australia is participating in the McGrath Foundation's fundraising activity named Pink up Your Town. Colac will fundraise throughout the month of October with all money being raised for the McGrath Foundation. Go To Facebook to find out more about it - https://www.facebook.com/pinkupcolac/ - as well as how to get involved. pinkupcolac@hotmail.com https://fundraise.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/fundraiser/pinkupcolac

We are chatting again via zoom with:- Kim Coulter who is BCYF Coordinator Early Years Colac, and Nikki Welsh from the Early Intervention Early Childhood team. For Nikki at EIEC - 1300 012 293 BCYF Colac 54C Bromfield Street, Colac, Victoria, 3250 03 5231 4740 www.bcyf.org.au

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on 31 August each year that aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related death. We are chatting again via zoom with:- Craig Harvey who is the Harm Reduction Coordinator at Barwon Health Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services, Misty Collins who is an AOD Care and Recovery/Overdose Prevention Clinician with the Stepping Up Consortium, And Nick Sourlos, a Clinical Pharmacist at Colac Area Health. Contacts: Barwon Health - 1800 196 850 Stepping Up - Referral via Barwon Health - 1300 094 187 Direct Line - 1800 888 236 Family Drug Support - 1300 368 186

This program is about Dying To Know Day with Naomi Lettieri from Anam Cara House Colac as the Community Liaison Nurse, Daryl Thomas, CEO of the Geelong Cemetery Trust (which encompasses Colac Otway) and Ashleigh Hoy, his EA. This is a topic people avoid, but is about the unavoidable! Anam Cara House: 50 Forans Road, Barongarook West, 3249 (03) 5233 8203 https://anamcarahousecolac.org.au/ Geelong Cemeteries Trust (GCT) Ph. (03) 5249 3939 Email. enquiries@gct.net.au https://www.gct.net.au/contact-us/

We are chatting again via zoom with Emma Collin - Parkinson's Victoria CEO, Naomi Lettieri, the coordinator of Colac and District Parkinson's Peer Support Group, and Drew, who is living with Parkinson's. They are all inspirational people who gaive us an all round perspectine on Parkinson's and many other related issues For Parkinson's Vic.:- https://www.parkinsonsvic.org.au/ Freecall Information Line - 1800 644 189 www.facebook.com/parkinsonsvic Colac and District:-  Naomi Lettieri - Community Liaison Nurse 03 5233 8203 www.anamcarahousecolac.org.au Facebook -/AnamCaraHouseColac www.parkinsons.org.au Freecall Information Line 1800 644 189

We are chatting (via zoom) with Peter Liepins, the District Assistant Governor for Rotary District 9780, and the President of the Colac West Rotary Club, and Otway Rotaract Club President, Chari Siriwardana. Members (Rotarians) meet weekly for fellowship and interesting and informative programs dealing with topics of local and global importance. Membership is by invitation and reflects a wide cross-section of community representation. If you are interested in becoming a member or want to know more, please inbox us for an invitation. For Colac connections - https://www.facebook.com/rotarycolacwest/ https://colacrotaryclub.org.au/ https://www.facebook.com/otwayrotaract/

We are chatting again via zoom with Naomi Lettieri - Community Liaison Nurse at Anam Cara House Colac, And Drew who is an all-round great bloke... We discuss the Parkinson's support group in the face of the lockdown and the impact it has had. We also discuss how we have responded to the pandemic to date. We also touch on advance care planning in the wake of COVID 19 and our plans to offer Zoom sessions for people who need support, and much more. Colac and District Parkinson's Peer Support Group Meeting Naomi Lettieri - Community Liaison Nurse 03 5233 8203 www.anamcarahousecolac.org.au Facebook -/AnamCaraHouseColac www.parkinsons.org.au www.parkinsonsvic.org.au

This chat is with Tracey Bayne, a dietitian at Colac Area Health. We chat about the services that are available through CAH and Allied Services, with discussion around good diet being an integral part of good mental and physical health. People home cooking and snacking - obesity increasing through COVID? We have already talked about AOD escalation during COVID restrictions, so diet falls into the same area. Help keep Colac safe by getting tested and staying home if you have symptoms. • Fever, chills or sweats • Cough • Sore throat • Shortness of breath • Runny nose • Loss of sense of smell or taste Check out the Colac Area Health Facebook page for current information on COVID Testing. For a Dietitian - Contact: Main Reception - 03 5232 5100

Our chat today is with Sophie Harrington who is the Chief Operating Officer for NOFASD Australia. We learn, first hand, what Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is all about, and also applaud warning labels on alcoholic beverages. For more, contact:- Helpline: 1800 860 613 https://www.nofasd.org.au NOFASD Australia is a family-focused organisaton and is the essential bridge linking those with lived experience with researchers and clinicians. Our Mission To be a strong and effective voice for individuals and families living with FASD, while supporting initiatives across Australia to promote prevention, diagnosis, intervention and management.

Chris uses clay Field Therapy, Counselling, Somatic Experiencing and Sensorimotor Art Therapy for behaviour change. She discusses how all these therapies assist in working towards happier, healthier, safer communities. And we find out about ventral vagal activation. http://storminsight.com.au/ or on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/seastorminsight/

Intro Writer and memoir mentor, PhD in Philosophy, lover of life •Mental health advocate, e.g., at World Eating Disorders Day •Former Journalist at The Herald and Weekly Times •Studied Creative Writing, Creative Nonfiction at CQUniversity Australia •Went to Wellsville Middletown R-1 •Went to Bairnsdale Secondary College You can find The Diary Healer and June on Facebook and at https://thediaryhealer.com/ For Support: Butterfly Foundation - Support for eating disorders and body image issues - https://butterfly.org.au/ Eating Disorders Victoria - We support people affected by eating disorders - https://www.eatingdisorders.org.au/ NEDC - National Eating Disorders Collaboration- https://www.nedc.com.au/

Here we have a chat with Deb Gartland who is the Co-ordinator of the Gellibrand Community . Our Vision The Vision of the Gellibrand Community House is to provide lifelong learning opportunities and social networks, encouraging people to develop skills, confidence and a sense of community involvement. Comprehensive and diverse ranges of classes/activities are offered each term, which foster our commitment to lifelong learning. Our Mission The Mission of the Gellibrand Community House is to provide a welcoming and safe place that actively fosters inclusive participation and partnership in living and learning. We do this by offering accessible and affordable courses, programs and services designed to enrich the lives of all in our community, regardless of age, ability or background. We encourage a sense of belonging in the community. Find them on Facebook and 5 Main Road, 3239 03 52 35 83 48

We chat with Paul who is a survivor of child sexual abuse at the hands of a psyhchologist. This is a frank and honest portrayal of how life matters, matter... Talk about it, there are many organisations out there; here are but a few... Lifeline - 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline Victoria - 1300 651 251. Kids Help Line (free call) - 1800 55 1800. Mensline - 1300 789 978. BiueKnot Helpline - 1300 657 380 - Geelong: 03 5222 4318 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 Hours) - 1800 806 292 Safe Steps (24 Hours) - 1800 015 188 Drummond St. Services - https://ds.org.au - 03 9663 6733 Parent Line - 1300 301 300 QLife - 1800 184 527

We chat with Gareth who is a survivor of child sexual abuse at the hands of a catholic institution. This is a frank and honest portrayal of how life matters, matter... Talk about it, there are many organisations out there; here are but a few... Lifeline - 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline Victoria - 1300 651 251. Kids Help Line (free call) - 1800 55 1800. Mensline - 1300 789 978. BiueKnot Helpline - 1300 657 380 - Geelong: 03 5222 4318 Sexual Assault Crisis Line (24 Hours) - 1800 806 292 Safe Steps (24 Hours) - 1800 015 188 Drummond St. Services - https://ds.org.au - 03 9663 6733 Parent Line - 1300 301 300 QLife - 1800 184 527 •

Jennifer Joy Kurtze, who is a retired marriage celebrant, and runs sessions on Meditation and Tibetan Healing Bowls on the Leopold Community Page of Facebook. You can seek her out on FB under that name.

Reid is married with two children now 16 and 18 years old, Reid has been working in the Community Mental Health sector for some 20 years; and for the last 12 years as Coordinator now Manager of the Geelong Mood Support Group. Having a Masters in Psychoanalytical Studies from Deakin University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Community Mental Health (Uni of Qld); Reid's interests focus on our emotional well-being which is moulded within a traditional humanistic and yet post-modern framework. His vision is to ensure each individual is heard and valued in the community they wish to belong to. The main thing is to take that first step, and put your hand up for help. Lifeline - 13 11 14, and many more... https://mindworksgeelong.org.au

The slogan for men's sheds is "Shoulder To Shoulder", shortened from "Men don't talk face to face, they talk shoulder to shoulder", We have a chat with President Ray Wheadon. Colac Men's Shed Inc. 96 Pound Rd Colac, VIC 3250 Phone: 0428 027 998

We chat with Scarlet Cridland who is a Youth Development worker at Colac Area Health's Youth Health Hub about services as they are currently being provided, as well as what the future may hold. The Hub provides numerous services to young people aged 12-25 years for a range of health or psycho social issues. The Hub is on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Community-Organization/Youth-Health-Hub-771142956315463/ and its details, when we are NOT restricted are:- Contact: Youth Health Hub - 03 5232 5520 Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

We had a chat with Davida McDonald only four hours after the library had re-opened. It is incredible to learn about the work that has gone on during the closure, and the steps that are being taken to ensure everyone is safe. Currently the library capacity is 20. Contact - 5231 4613 To keep apace of changes go to - colaclib@crlc.vic.gov.au

CAH is on the frontline when it comes to physical family violenc, but there is so much more. Peter, who is the Project Officer gives a great insight into this whole of community issue. Help for Colac: Orange Door - https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au - 5232 5500 Safe Steps - 24/7 - https://www.safesteps.org.au/ - 1800 015 188 Call the Police - 000

We had a few minutes to fill after our NA chat, so Edwina put me on the spot! This is a small insight as to why this program exists. There is a huge backstory that began at 94.7 The Pulse in Geelong, where Greg, then along came Eddie, broadcast for 11 years, before being "rescued" by OCR FM. Listen to Community Connect regularly, and you will learn snippets...

We chatted with "Steve", media spokesperson from Narcotics Anonymous, who, for only the second year, is having an Annual event as a PR week. This will continue in the First full week in June Meetings are currently being held "on-line" due to the pandemic, so all information for NA can be found at https://www.na.org.au and https://www.navic.net.au/ Call 1300 652 820 for meetings in Victoria 0488 811 247 - text for three close to you For AA - ring 1300 222 222

In this chat, we have the Health Protection Co-ordinator Tony Gullone with us from the Colac Otway Shire. We discuss the health and safety measures that are being undertaken to ensure community areas and facilities are "clean". He can be contacted on 52329400. www.colacotway.vic.gov.au

Today's guest is Pauline Pearce, Team Leader of Colac/Corangamite Orange Door, and Co-ordinator of Family Violence and Transitional Housing with CAH. We chat about Orange Door, and how it works during the COVID climate. Contact info mentioned as follows - Colac police. - 5232 8200 Safe Steps - 1800 015 188 Confidential information, counselling and support service; Open 24 hours to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse - 1800 737 732 Lifeline -131 114 Orange Door - 1800 312 820 Pauline Pearce Team Leader of Colac/Corangamite Orange Door and Co-ordinator of Family Violence and Transitional Housing CAH Monday- Friday 9.00am-5.00pm 03 5232 5500 2-28 Connor Street, Colac, Victoria 3250 ppearce@cah.vic.gov.au The Men's Behaviour Change Program (03) 5278 8122 Mensline - 1300 789 978 Kidsline - 1800 551 800

Here we chat with Mick Jones | Clinical Leader - Mental Health Nurse from NEAMI and their STEPMI program. Mainly about STEPMI (services and treatment for enduring and persistent mental illness)- and the work that we do, and how we fit into the mental health service landscape Which is all about a community mental health service supporting people living with mental illness to improve their health, live independently. For more info - Neami National Barwon 92 Little Myers Street, Geelong Victoria 3218 Ph 1300 050 093 - Towards Home plus 1300 275 811 STEPMI@neaminational.org.au www.neaminational.org.au

Today we are chatting on the phone with Lifeline Direct Geelong & South West Victoria Regional General Manager Jason Doherty. Lifeline Direct Geelong & South West Victoria Region are fast tracking and digitalising training in response to great need in our community. With the Summer Bushfires closely followed by the COVID-19 pandemic - Lifeline's 13 11 14 Crisis Support Service has never been more in demand. To meet this demand locally, Lifeline Direct Geelong & South West Victoria is fast tracking its Crisis Support training program to increase those available to take calls. This new training will be delivered online. The new hybrid training program will incorporate online learning components and video conferencing. The new program will equip Crisis Supporters to be able to provide phone support within 4 weeks. The first of the fast-tracked training courses is set to begin in June and those interested in taking part in this intake will need to register their interest by May 25th. To get involved, go to www.geelonglifeline.org.au OR email julie.christopher@lifeline.org.au