July 2019 Hi , In this special edition, read about MHPN's funding extension, ways to encourage attendance during the winter months and the top topics discussed at meetings this year - including loads of resources for your next meeting. MHPN Funded Until 2022 MHPN has received a letter from the Minister for Health confirming an extension of the current funding agreement to June 30, 2022. This is very positive news and ensures continuity of the MHPN program.
Winter Meeting Attendance As winter is upon us and some parts of the country are experiencing cold and dark evenings, not to mention an increase in seasonal illness. A special message will be included in the July edition of the MHPN e-newsletter reminding members of the importance of accurately registering for meetings, and urging them to notify MHPN or their network coordinators if they can no longer attend so catering and room set-up can be adjusted. Some tips for encouraging attendance could be to provide a hot meal (hot soup or pizzas are always popular), choose venues that have adequate heating, and where possible, secure, well-lit parking areas. Another option would be to try a day time meeting. Popular meeting topics so far in 2019:
Are any of these topics of interest to your network? The following resources may help you structure a meeting focused on one. Top Topics: Resources Child and adolescent articles: Alcohol and depression resources: Eating disorders guidelines: Perinatal and infant guidelines: Complex Trauma information: Self-Care webinar: If you'd like more ideas, read our article 10 Ideas for Network Meetings. Get in touch with me if you have any questions and to set a date for your next meeting.
Jacqui and Cathal welcomed baby Liam into the world Friday 28th June at 2:19 pm weighing 4.38 kg (9lb 11oz) and 55cm. Conor is very excited to be a big brother. Kind regards, Email: a.blair@mhpn.org.au Essential resources
MHPN's webinar library has 100+ great resources for network meetings. Webinar: Collaborating to recognise and address depression in cannabis users. |