Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney

On Friday November 8, Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney was presented with a $10,000 grant from Transurban to support their financial counselling services in the local region. NSW Member of Parliament and Member for Camden Mrs Sally Quinnell proudly joined Mr Andrew Battishall - Project Director M7 - M12 Integration Project at Lifeline’s Smeaton Grange facility in presenting the generous grant to Lifeline Macarther and Western Sydney CEO Veronica Macdonald. “We are so grateful for the support from Transurban, this funding will have a huge impact on our local community,” said Veronica Macdonald, “We have never seen such a high demand for our services”.

Learning to lead is one of the most valuable skills you can attain, but often formal leadership training goes overlooked in our busy day-to-day lives. Our corporate partner MacPac HR will be hosting a special event in our Smeaton Grange Training Centre on 13-14 November. They have crafted a highly engaging two-day course in management and leadership for women. Book now to secure your place. https://lnkd.in/g-Mh392p

Airing at 2 PM, 28 October on SBS, “Always Listening” is a new documentary that takes you behind the scenes at Lifeline, one of the oldest organisations dedicated to saving lives in Australia. Award-winning filmmaker Genevieve Bailey (I Am Eleven, Happy Sad Man) was given rare access to Lifeline's network of volunteers and staff in this intimate 30-minute documentary. It serves as a portrait of compassion, giving a voice to just a few of those who have answered some of the 23 million calls for help as well as hearing stories from those who have used the service over Lifeline’s 60 years. Watch it on the 28th of October on SBS or search “Always Listening” via SBS On Demand.

Register now (https://buff.ly/3RcfT6S) for a Mental Health First Aid two-day course (30-31 July) that teaches adults how to assist other adults who are experiencing a mental health crisis. When someone you know is struggling with their mental health, it can be difficult to know what to say. You might feel uncertain about how to approach the conversation or worry about saying the wrong thing. From recognising the signs that something isn’t quite right to broaching the conversation, find out how to support those around you with compassion and understanding. Check out Mental Health First Aid to see its #WouldYouKnowWhatToSay campaign.

Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney is seeking two experienced and energetic Board members with marketing, business development or retail experience who can assist to extend our profile and presence across Western Sydney.  Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney provides crisis support, suicide prevention, financial counselling and low-cost retail outlets in South West and Western Sydney. We are a part of the Lifeline network with staff and volunteers offering 24-hour support on 13 11 14.  To complement the existing skills on the Board we are looking for Board members who can provide input to our Board and our Marketing, Retail and Fundraising Committee.  Strong networks, an innovative approach and experience in engaging with diverse communities across Western Sydney will be strengths in these voluntary Board roles. Meetings are generally held remotely and in the evenings. For more information, please contact [email protected]

Are you ready for a dazzling night of elegance, fabulous entertainment and delicious food? Tickets to our 007 Gala Dinner on Saturday 22 June are now on-sale. Join us in raising funds to ensure that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Taking place at the spectacular The William Inglis Hotel, Warwick Farm, the event is supporting our services in the 16 local government areas from the Hawkesbury to Queanbeyan that Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney covers. Tickets: $200 each or $1,800 for a table of 10. Includes three-course meal, entertainment and chances to win great prizes Dress: 007 (black and gold cocktail attire) or your favourite James Bond movie character Learn more and secure your seats here: https://buff.ly/3JGfIMU

Looking after yourself is not selfish. It’s necessary! Self-care can help you reduce stress, recharge, and increase your sense of happiness. Visit our Support Toolkit to learn more about the importance of self-care and how you can start making it a priority. https://lnkd.in/gV-6C_Pm

Does someone you care about struggle with self-harm? Approaching these conversations with compassion and care is a great way to show support. Explore more tips on how to support a loved one, and yourself, in our support toolkit. https://lnkd.in/gmVZXDAV

Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney is proud to offer FREE workshops supporting frontline workers to “Recognise, Respond and Refer” when domestic and family violence is disclosed. The workshops are funded by the Department of Social Services’ National plan to end violence against women and their children 2022-2032 (https://bit.ly/3wKFYCP). A frontline worker is someone working or volunteering in a frontline capacity in health, allied health, community sector, higher education or childcare. If you are a student, you need to be on work placement or meet any of the above criteria. We currently have limited availability in the following local workshops and we invite you to take part: • DV-alert Foundations (fully catered) – Revesby Workers, Thursday 14 and Friday 15 March • Register here: https://bit.ly/49W9jsN After completing a Foundations workshop, participants can undertake our Assessment Pathway to obtain the unit of competency “CHCDFV001 – Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence”. For further details, visit: https://bit.ly/3Ir6PGv For full details about the DV-alert program visit: https://bit.ly/3V6rmrB To enquire about other Lifeline Macarthur and Western Sydney DV response workshops, visit: https://bit.ly/3IqjHg1 We look forward to seeing you at our DV-alert workshops soon!

The Calm Harm app gives you tools, tips, and tricks to help you manage your self-harm feelings short-term and long-term. Many people have overcome these feelings and you can too with a little help. If you need to talk to someone, contact our Lifeline Crisis Support, we’re always here for you. If your life is in immediate danger call 000. There is a range of tools and services available. To find out more, visit our support toolkit. ll.org.au/self-harm-tools