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Whilst we are all isolated at home and unable to engage with family and friends in the usual ways it is very important to look after our mental health and wellbeing. It must be acknowledged that during this time we may have feelings of loneliness, confusion and despair and it is important to recognise that these feelings are very normal.

If you, or someone close to you are struggling, there are many services available to offer support and direction.

Please reach out as appropriate:

1. Year Coordinators and members of the Pastoral team are always available as an initial point of contact should you have any concerns. Year Coordinators are also conducting regular year group zoom meetings where support structures are regularly discussed.

1. Our Catholic Care School Counsellors (Bree & Therese) are still working and are available for both “one off” and ongoing support. This service is available to all John Therry students and can be accessed by contacting your Year Coordinator.

1. There are many external services available. Some key services with a brief description shown here:

• Eheadspace provides free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 - 25 and their families and friends: https://headspace.org.au/eheadspace/

• Reach Out is the most accessed online mental health service for young people and their parents in Australia. The following is a link to a giant list of interactive wellbeing activities that can be tried at home: https://forums.au.reachout.com/t5/Weekly-wellbeing/Weekly-Wellbeing-Activities-Updated-Masterlist/m-p/349156/highlight/true#M30112

• Kids Helpline is a free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Qualified counsellors are available by webchat, phone or email at any time for any reason. https://kidshelpline.com.au/teens

Please continue to remain in contact with the College should you have any further concerns, questions or comments.

Mr Brad Humbles

Pastoral Care Coordinator

humblesb01@dow.catholic.edu.au