Wellbeing Team
Students and families at Viewbank Primary School are supported by:
• Classroom Teachers, who are the first point of contact for wellbeing concerns or queries
• Mrs Gillian Nicholls, Assistant Principal (Student Welfare)
• Mr Jamie Ruddock, Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader
• Mrs Angela Roccasalva, Disability Inclusion Coordinator
• Mrs Heather Gulliford, Mental Health Practitioner (Please contact only via the classroom teacher)
• Mrs Georgeina Fisher, Defence School Support Worker
Please see below for various resources that may be of interest to you.
Disclaimer: This information on this page is provided as a resource that may be of help you and your family. We endeavour to ensure that the information provided on this page is correct and current at the time of publication, but take no responsibility for any error, omission or defect. Viewbank Primary School does not endorse any of the products or services, and no responsibility is accepted by the Department of Education and Training or school for accuracy of information contained in their resources.
Better Health Channel
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/#
Provide health and medical information to improve the health and wellbeing of people and the communities they live in. This information is:
quality-assured and reliable
up-to-date
locally relevant
easy to understand
The information on our site aims to help people understand and manage their health and medical conditions. It does not replace care provided by medical practitioners and other qualified health professionals.
Triple P Parenting
Proven, positive tips that can help every family.
https://www.triplep-parenting.net.au/au/triple-p/
Onwards and Upwards Psychology
Neuro-affirming resources and fact sheets for parents.
https://www.onwardsandupwardspsychology.com.au/worksheets
Raising Children Network
Provides parenting videos, articles and apps backed by Australian experts.
https://raisingchildren.net.au/
Learning Links
Engaging online learning to empower parents and carers to gain new skills, understanding and confidence.
https://www.learninglinks.org.au/families/parent-webinars/
Nurse-On-Call 1300 60 60 24
Nurse-On-Call puts you directly in touch with a registered nurse for caring, professional health advice around the clock.
Mental Health
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
Free telephone and online counselling service is open 24/7 for everyone in Australia. No matter who you are, or how you're feeling, reach out to our free counselling services for support – we'll point you in the right direction so you can get the help you need.
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
Lifeline Australia 13 11 14
A crisis support service offering short term support at any time for people who are having difficulty coping or staying safe.
www.lifeline.org.au
Kids Help Line 1800 55 1800
Kids Helpline is here for you, and every young person you know. We answer your questions about counselling, how it all works and what you can chat about – as well as give you useful self-help info and other support options.
https://kidshelpline.com.au/
Headspace 1800 650 890
There are many ways to access support regarding mental health and wellbeing, Headspace can help you navigate life's challenges.
https://headspace.org.au/
Butterfly Foundation 1800 33 4673
Butterfly Foundation is the national charity for anyone in Australia impacted by eating disorders and body image issues, as well as the families, friends and communities who support them.
https://butterfly.org.au/
Mindspot 1800 61 44 34
A free telephone and online service for people with stress, worry, anxiety, low mood or depression. It provides online assessment and treatment for anxiety and depression and can help you find local services. (8am - 8pm, Monday - Friday; 8am-6pm, Saturday).
https://mindspot.org.au/
BRAVE-Online
BRAVE is an online program developed by a team of researchers from the University of Queensland that helps children and young people overcome anxiety. The program was developed based on 12 years of strong empirical research, and features cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques. BRAVE features 10 sessions where young people learn the skills through animations, quizzes, puzzles, and interactive games to deal with fearful or worrying situations.
https://brave4you.psy.uq.edu.au/child-program