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The Benevolent Society is reminding North Brisbane families looking to get off to a happier and healthier start to the year to consider paying a visit to the Women’s Health and Mother Baby Hub.
Business Development Manager, Renee Veldman-Tentori said the Women’s Health and Mother Baby Hub made it easy for families to make a positive start to 2012.
“With January now well underway, many people have already deferred their New Year’s resolution to get off to a healthy start, or get their finances in order for 2012 simply because they don’t know where to start,” Ms Veldman-Tentori said.
“The Women’s Health and Mother Baby Hub is a central place families can go for everything from exercise classes to parenting support and medical advice.
“From the moment parents walk in the door, they are greeted by a friendly team of professionals who can help them and their children with everything from:
Ms Veldman-Tentori said the Hub’s range of activities helped families build up stronger local support networks.
“Research shows people are happier, healthier and more confident when they feel connected to their communities, so the Women’s Health and Mother Baby Hub makes it as easy as possible to help people meet other local parents and build support networks.
“As well as offering formal sessions and professional support, we also have a café where people can drop by for an informal chat and a range of volunteer roles that give people a chance to more actively engage in community activities.”
The Women’s Health and Mother Baby Hub is an initiative of The Benevolent Society, Australia’s first charity. The Benevolent Society aims to make communities stronger and more resilient by increasing social support networks, building relationships in the community and encouraging community involvement in local groups and decision-making.
Find the full timetable online at www.motherbabyhub.com.au or visit the centre at 429 Gympie Road, Strathpine. Phone 3205 6860.
For more information about The Benevolent Society, visit www.bensoc.org.au
Our friends at Alma Park Zoo have a great deal to keep your family entertained these school holidays. Print bring along the voucher below to receive entry for adults at kid’s prices. With numerous picnic areas and free BBQ’s for guests use, and over 50 different animal species to discover, have a fun family day out.
We wish you and your families a wonderful Christmas. Thank you for your support this year and we’re looking forward to an even bigger and better 2012 with our current team continuing to offer your family services to keep you happy and healthy and additional GPs joining our practice.
Christmas & New Year Opening Hours:
We are open as usual on Friday 23rd December with GP appointments available through until 4.45pm. We will then close through until Wednesday 28th December and reopen at 8.30am on Thursday 29th December. GP appointments are available all day Thursday 29th and Friday 30th December. We then reopen on Tuesday 3 January from 8.30am.
Keep safe these holidays and enjoy some special time with your friends and family. Here’s to a fantastic 2012!
We are very pleased to welcome Dr Vijayaratna to the Women’s Health and Mother Baby Hub. Recently arrived from London, she has experience in all areas of family health so can assist mums, dads, babies, children with any health issues. Read more here on the Benevolent Society website.
You can make an appointment by phoning 3205 6860. Dr Vijayaratna is seeing patients at the Hub on a Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Dr Jackie Garden is available on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Women’s Health & Mother Baby Hub is a not for profit social enterprise, proudly operated by The Benevolent Society www.bensoc.org.au
Anti-Poverty Week runs from 16-22 October, with the main aims to strengthen public understanding of the causes and consequences of poverty and hardship around the world and in Australia and encourage research, discussion and action to address these problems.
On Wednesday 19 October, the Women’s Health & Mother Baby Hub hosted a morning tea, providing information to families who are parenting on a budget.
We led a discussion on Free Family Fun and if you missed it the summary is below with some great ideas of what to do with your family for free in this region….
Keeping your family entertained and having fun doesn’t have to be expensive. Here are a few ideas to get you started in the local area which are free (or very close to it!). Have you got some of your own ideas? Let us know and we’ll share them on our Facebook page for other families to enjoy.
For ongoing inspiration, visit sites such as www.brisbanekids.com.au, visit our info hub or ask friends and family. Have fun!
