MWGHPN July Update
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Members Update July 2023
Midwest-Gascoyne Health Professionals Network (MWGHPN) Events Calendar
Do you know our events calendar is the one-stop-shop for all health-related training and events happening in the region?
We do our best to ensure our calendar features relevant upskilling, training, webinars and social networking events that are coming to your town or your tablet. Make sure you visit the calendar to check out the education and activities delivered in the Midwest-Gascoyne.
Do you have something you would like published on the MWGHPN events calendar and promoted via our socials? Contact us today by clicking here.
The theme for the Aboriginal Health Conference 2023 is: Dedication: the Story of our Elders. The conference will bring together health professionals from across rural WA, and provide the opportunity to learn from those who came before us. We will hear their stories and reflect on how we can move through the challenges faced by so many, and find a way forward together.
We are now calling for abstracts for oral presentations and e-posters under the following streams:
Social and emotional wellbeing
Sexual health
Culturally competent care
Caring for Elders
Health across the life course
Abstract submission deadline is Monday 07 August 2023.
For more information, visit the conference website or contact the Events Team on 08 6389 4500 or ahc@ruralhealthwest.com.au
1–3 November 2023 | Esplanade Hotel
The Conference title for 2023 is Looking Beyond I People, Resilience and Innovation.
We are now calling for abstracts for oral presentations and poster presentations under the following streams:
Aboriginal mental health: Social and emotional wellbeing
Boots on the ground: Innovative workforce solutions for rural and remote Mental Health
Collaborative approaches in rural and remote Mental Health Care
Moving forward: Technology, research and innovation
Nothing about us without us: Diversity and inclusion
While these streams are provided for guidance, abstracts may be applicable across multiple streams and all innovative projects, programs, research and initiatives are encouraged to submit. Please note, successful abstracts will be allocated a 20 minute timeslot in the conference program.
Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Practitioner Workshop
11 August 2023 | Fiona Stanley Hospital, Perth
Facilitated by the VAD Coordinator for SMHS, John Robinson and supported the SWCNS, Care Navigator, Kim.
Prior to attending the Voluntary Assisted Dying Participating Practitioner Workshop, it is vitally important to commence access to the DOH mandatory training package. You’re encouraged to have completed the first three modules prior to the workshop. The Department of Health End-of-Life Care Program team can also provide support with accessing the DOH Mandatory training package
VADApprovedTraining@health.wa.gov.au.
Any regional practitioners that would like to attend can request Regional Access Support Scheme funding though our service.
For more information and to register, please contact: smhs.vadprogrammanager@health.wa.gov.au.
It's time to Feast!!
Join us for the most amazing mid year meal. You will not go hungry that's for sure!! Buffet style Christmas Menu Available!
Enjoy a glass of Christmas Punch on arrival.
Make a Mosaic Lamp!
Friday 4 and 5 August 2023
Rocks Laneway Geraldton
Whether you’re a beginner or advanced crafting genius, you are bound to love our mosaic class of fun and relaxation! And you get your very own Turkish Lamp to go home with!
Sunday 30 July 2023
3.00 pm–5.00 pm
Railway Health Hub
Interactive workshop with a Nationally Accredited Nutritionist including:
-Create and take home your own cough syrup
-Taste testing of natural remedies
-Opportunity to ask questions about Nutrition
-Take home information
-Winter favourite recipes to take home
Friday 4 August 2023
6.00pm - 9.00pm | 254 George Rd, Beresford
Fire up your imagination and set yourself on a journey of creative discovery in a fun environment.At the end of the class, you will take home a painting ready for you to hang!
All art materials, lovely sipping wine, and delicious nibbles will be provided for you!
Just bring your fabulous self!
Book now, as places are limited.
GERALDTON
WACRH Student-Led Physiotherapy Clinic
Appointments are available in our student-led physiotherapy clinic at the WA Centre for Rural Health (WACRH) in Geraldton.
People attending the clinic are seen by Physiotherapy students supervised by qualified Physiotherapists.
No doctor referral needed and anyone is eligible to attend. It is particularly suited to those who have difficulty accessing other physiotherapy services. There is no cost.
For an appointment phone WA Centre for Rural Health
Phone: 9956 0200
WACRH Student -Led Speech Pathology Clinic - Adults with communication difficulties
Those attending our clinic will be seen by final year speech pathology students, supervised by
Certified Practicing Speech Pathologists.
We can offer assessment and treatment for a range of communication difficulties including:
• Unclear speech and difficulty with speech sounds
• Producing a clear voice (eg hoarse, too quiet, strained)
• Understanding what others say
• Finding words or putting sentences together
• Stuttering
Who can attend:
Anyone can refer to this clinic and no referral is required. This student service is available to
those who are not able to access other speech pathology services or programs. There is no
cost.
For an appointment phone WA Centre for Rural Health
Phone: 9956 0200
Community Yoga Classes
Wednesday 5:30 pm and Saturday 08:00 am
FREE community yoga sessions are available in Geraldton! These sessions are suitable for all ages and skill levels, so whether you're a seasoned yogi or a complete beginner, you're welcome to join in. All you need to bring is a yoga mat or towel and a water bottle.
Take some time for yourself and connect with your community in a peaceful and uplifting environment. Kids are welcome
For more information : 0437 282 220 or email geraldtonyogaclub@hotmail.com
Quiz Night. - Batavia Brewing
Every second Wednesday at 7:00 pm
Booking is essential, call to reserve a table on (08) 9921 8296.
Sunday Platform Markets - Old Railway Station on Chapman Road
Every Sunday from 8.00am to 12.00 pm.
Entry is free, for more information, click here.
MEEKATHARRA
Meeka Outback Festival | 22 SEPTEMBER - 25 SEPTEMBER 2023
The Meekatharra Outback Festival is an annual event held in the town of Meekatharra. The annual event is held over the Queen's Birthday long weekend each year. The weekend consists of Races, Outback Ball, and a Side Show complete with rides, food vans and much more.
For more information on the event keep up to date with the Meeka Outback Festival on the Shire's Facebook Page or contact the Shire on 9980 0600.
CARNARVON
Women's Walking Group
Every Wednesday at 9.00am and 4.30pm.
These events are for the women of Carnarvon to connect, have a chat and enjoy the fresh air.
For more information, click here.
Bingo Night
Every Wednesday from 6.00pm-8.30pm
Entry is free, for more information, click here.
Gascoyne Growers and Country Craft Markets - Carnarvon Visitor Centre
Every Saturday at 8:00am to 11:30am
Entry is free, for more information click here.
The Rural Health West website now displays the approved Rural Health Outreach Services scheduled for the current financial year. Users can easily search for the services they require by region, health professional, service provider, host facility, and visit date. This allows for convenient and efficient access to the outreach services needed in rural areas.
The MWGHPN is active on Facebook, members can keep up to date with local educational and social events being held in their region.
MWGHPN members are encouraged to utilise the platform themselves to promote their organisation's events and news to keep our community connected and share information!
Practice Assist is a free service that coordinates and delivers end-to-end practice support services for general practice teams and health professionals across WA.
The Practice Assist team can help enhance efficiency, capacity and sustainability of your practice with a comprehensive suite of practice management resources and support services:
- A toll-free help desk between 8.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.
- Email the helpful team for advice regarding practice management queries.
- Assistance with Quality Improvement in your practice from Quality Improvement Coaches.
- Visit the dedicated website for the latest news, information, resources, COVID-19 information and more.
- Receive support and information about digital health technologies.
- Educational webinars, networking events and regional workshops.
- Stay up to date by subscribing to Practice Connect, our fortnightly newsletter.
- Contact the Practice Assist team to connect with Primary Care Navigators and Quality Improvement Coaches.
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