Adult Health & Wellbeing

PEACE Community Ambassadors Project

Posted on June 30, 2016 in Adult Health & Wellbeing, Communities, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Gambling

In 2015, our PEACE Multicultural Services in collaboration with the Office for Problem Gambling launched the first ever “Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Gambling Help Action Plan 2015” following extensive consultation with over 20 different communities. The action plan highlights an enormous need to address stigma associated with gambling problems and seeking help. The idea of the Community Ambassadors Project came out as a result of community consultations on “Have Your Say Day” held in May 2015. Continue Reading

Need for More Talk on End of Life Decisions

Posted on June 23, 2016 in Couples & Families, Relationships, Adult Health & Wellbeing, Communities

A survey conducted by Relationships Australia has found that only five per cent of female and eight per cent of male respondents have written an end of life plan or advanced care directive to guide their family and medical professionals.

Legal letdown: Gran fears for her family

Posted on June 17, 2016 in Adult Health & Wellbeing, Children & Young People, Couples & Families, Family Forum

A reader worries about her grandchildren after psychologist’s reports appear to be ignored.

Distress when mum, sisters push me away

Posted on June 17, 2016 in Adult Health & Wellbeing, Communities, Couples & Families, Family Forum

I feel like I am going mad. I desperately need your help.

Cash Concern

Posted on June 3, 2016 in Adult Health & Wellbeing, Communities, Couples & Families, Family Forum

QUESTION:

I have seen a number of companies offering to loan small amounts of cash up to $2000. They make it look easy. What are the hidden costs and risks? Are there other options for low-income earners the banks won’t touch?

Gender differences in dealing with life

Posted on June 3, 2016 in Adult Health & Wellbeing, Communities, Family Forum

A reader wonders why men are more likely than women to commit suicide.

AgriForums in the Adelaide Hills

Posted on June 1, 2016 in Communities, Latest News, Adult Health & Wellbeing

Two free Agricultural Forums will be held in the Adelaide Hills as part of Relationships Australia SA’s Drought Assistance Program. The forums will focus on the effects of environmental fluctuations on farming and farmers. The practical and the personal impacts of negotiating dry seasons will be explored in the forums to support horticulturalists to plan for and adapt to changing climatic conditions.

Responsible Gambling Awareness Week 2016

Posted on May 23, 2016 in Adult Health & Wellbeing, Communities, Latest News, Gambling

The often hidden aspect of Australia’s enormous appetite for gambling is the harm caused by significant gambling losses to many gamblers and their families. It is estimated that for every problem gambler, another seven people are adversely affected. Continue Reading