Georges River Lifecare
is a not for profit, community based organisation established
in February 2007. Our objective is to provide a range
of services to help meet the physical, emotional, psychological
and spiritual needs of the local community. Services
are targeted towards but not limited to supporting:
Families Children
and adolescents Single
parents Frail
aged Parents
of children with disabilities People
experiencing Depression Poor
and needy
On
12th May Robyn Merrilees, Psychologist
and Herbalist spoke at our depression
Support meeting about alternative
treatments for depression. Over 20
people enjoyed the presentation, discussion
and Ross’ famous supper spread.
On
20th May Veronica Boreham, a local psychologist
specialising in autism, spoke to over 25 parents
on building resilience in children with autism.
It was a great event with all participants appreciative
of the great tips that Veronica provided.
We have submitted a number of applications for grants
over the past 2 months to continue some of this
great work.
Parenting Courses
123 magic course: commencing third term
Parenting Teenagers course
commencing 29th May 2009.
Grandparents Support
Effects of Domestic Violence on children - Priscilla
McCorriston - St George Domestic Violence Service Tuesday
9th June 10am – 12.
Autism Support
Support groups meet Wednesday.
Depression Support
Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7pm. Contact Ross
on 0413 418 172.
Movie Night – Fundraiser Fireproof
– "Amazing! Action-packed, heartwarming,
and a great resource to help strengthen and affirm marriages!"
7pm, 27th June $10 includes supper. Bookings essential
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Families
