Bookings are essential for all classes and group sessions.
Indvidual private lessons also available. Contact us to discuss your individial needs.
Please call the Vital Health & Wellbeing Centre on 1300 648 499 to Reserve your place today!
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Online Anxiety Support Group (18years and over) 10.00 to 11.00am |
Carers Support Group 9. 30 – 10.30amMindfulness Meditation 10.30 – 11.ooam
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Partners in Depression Register your interest. |
Partners in DepressionRegister your interest. |
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Carers Support Group 6.30 to 7.30pm |
Dementia Carers Support Group 6.ooto 7.oopm Mindfulness Meditation 7.00 to 7.30pm |
Online Anxiety Support Group (18yrs and over) 5.00 to 6pm |
Yoga is a form of exercise which integrates movement with breath to bring about general wellbeing. It improves flexibility, strength and has an overall calming effect. It is also great for relieving back pain and excess tension. Our yoga classes are facilitated by expert instructors who are able to develop individualized programs to meet our client needs. By keeping numbers small our classes can be tailor made to meet each group requirements, from beginners right through to advanced levels.
Mindfulness is an evidence based discipline which involves paying attention “on purpose”….the intentional, accepting and non-judgemental focus of one’s attention on the emotions, thoughts and sensations occuring in the present moment. Mindfulness can assist with stress management, anxiety, depression and enhance your health and wellbeing.
No prior knowledge is required for you to participate in our meditation classes. Our classes are small in size, and delivered by expert facilitators in a calm, nurturing and peaceful environment.
Our Carer Support Groups being together those who are caring for a family member or friend with frailty associated with ageing, chronic illness, dementia, disabilities, mental illness or requiring end of life care. If you would like to meet other Carers, learn about stress management and self care, and grow your knowledge of services and supports that are available in your community, as well as gain advice on how to access those services, our weekly group will most beneficial for you. Our Groups are facilitated by experienced group leaders and volunteers, with lived experience that bring particular insights to the group. If you would like more information or would like to register your interest call 1300 648 099
Partners in Depression is a group education program designed to address the information and support needs of those who care for or love a person experiencing depression. It is a six session, evidence based program that was developed by the Hunter Institute of Mental Health after receiving funding from the Australian Government. The program is delivered by highly qualified and trained facilitators accredited by the Hunter Instititue of Mental Health.
The six session format of the program includes coverage of the following topics:
The aims of Partners in Depression are to:
Partners in Depression will be offered at the Vital Health & Wellbeing Centre, delivered by Accredited Facilitator Penny Antonopoulos, and supported by Vital Health Counsellors. We offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment where you can learn more about depression and how to support the person you care for, and meet other carers with common expeiences. For more information on the program and cost involved, or to express your interest call 1300 648 099