Bendigo Achievement Program making the health and wellbeing of employees a priority
Time to acknowledge the amazing health and wellbeing work being done by Bendigo businesses we’ve been helping through the FREE Achievement Program.
It’s brilliant to see businesses making staff health and wellbeing a major priority and the great thing is they’re already seeing fantastic results.
Here’s some of the workplaces we’ve been helping and their results in the last eight months:
McKern Steel – Achieved the Mental Health and Wellbeing benchmark and the Alcohol and Other Drugs benchmark. Took part in the Climate and Health benchmark trial and received a $1000 grant.
Bendigo & District Aboriginal Co-Operative – Achieved the Smoking benchmark and participated in an article/case study with the Cancer Council profiling their efforts in the smoking space.
Beck Legal – Achieved the Mental Health and Wellbeing benchmark.
5 Ways to Wellbeing April Calendar – a new idea for each day to give your wellbeing a boost
What are you doing to boost your wellbeing and strengthen your relationships in April?
Our Health Promotion team has used 5 Ways to Wellbeing to make a great 5 Ways April Calendar to give you some great ideas.
Just doing something each day can make a huge difference so our 5 Ways April Calendar will give you a brand new idea to try for every day of the month.
Now we’ve made it very easy for you it’s time to get going right!
Here’s your 5 Ways April Calendar:
Download your 5 Ways April Action Calendar and share with others click here
Bendigo healthy eating guide to help workplaces choose the right options for catering
Does your workplace get outside catering for events, meetings or gatherings?
Sometimes it’s tough to decide on the most healthy food options so we’re teaming up with the City of Greater Bendigo to change that for you.
The new Greater Bendigo Healthy Catering Guide will help workplaces choose easy, healthy food options that follow the State Government’s Healthy Choices Guidelines.
We need cafes and caterers to support this idea so we can produce the best guide possible.
If you would like to get involved email foodsystems@bendigo.vic.gov.au by close of business on April 16.
Thank you!
Bendigo Community Health Services sites closed for the Easter holiday
Happy Easter everyone!
Our sites will be closed during the Easter break and open as normal on Tuesday.
If you have an emergency ring 000 immediately.
If you need non-emergency, after-hours medical advice please try Nurse On Call 1300 606 024 or healthdirect GP Helpline on 1800 022 222.
Our NSP team will operate tonight and Saturday night as normal.
We hope you have a wonderful Easter with family and friends.
And while we constantly remind you about the need to really look after your health and well-being …. well …. it’s Easter so if you want to sneak a chocolate egg or two that’s okay but remember moderation is the key!
Have a happy and safe break everyone.
From all of us at BCHS!
Bendigo Transgender Day of Visibility – video shows support and calls for end to stigma
We see you.
We hear you.
We are here for you.
Transgender Day of Visibility is on Wednesday, March 31.
A day to celebrate transgender people and raise awareness of the discrimination faced by trans people worldwide.
A time to celebrate the accomplishments, victories and lives of trans and non-conforming people.
Join with us and headspace Bendigo to acknowledge and show your support for our trans and gender diverse community … we see you, we hear you and we are here for you.
Our Health Promotion and headspace Bendigo have made a great video raising awareness of Transgender Day of Visibility and offering our support to the trans community. To watch click on the ‘read more’ button below.
Meet our BCHS Life Member: Dr Seshadrinathan Anant
Dr Anant joined the Bendigo and Long Gully Community Health Centre in 1975.
The health centre was operating out of a temporary structure in Bright Street, Eaglehawk.
“We were only four medical practitioners at this time along with Russ Hansen as manager and Sister Denise Main,” Dr Ananat remembers.
“We were like a large family – very close knit.
“We then moved to the present building the following year.”
Dr Anant has fond memories of helping the Eaglehawk and Long Gully communities from the medical practice, particularly the most vulnerable.
“We thought we can contribute to the medical welfare of the community and we very much enjoyed our work there,” Dr Anant said.
“Russ Hansen, David Kennedy and Sister Main need a special mention for their contribution.”
Dr Anant moved to India in 1980 and continued his career doing community and social work in medical practices.
“We are now living in a retirement community in Coimbatore in Southern India,” Dr Anant said.
To meet more of our BCHS Life Members click here
Last updated: March 2021
Scan QR Code when you visit our sites for more than 15 minutes from March 29, 2021
Anyone attending our sites for more than 15 minutes from Monday, March 29, 2021, will need to scan a contact tracing QR Code at the door.
To make this process as easy as possible we have placed QR codes on the front door to our sites.
When you arrive please open the camera on your Smartphone and point at the QR code to bring up a link to a form for you to complete.
Enter your name and phone number into the form and then show our Client Services staff the green tick on your screen to prove you have submitted the information.
We ask for your patience and support as this is a State Government regulation to ensure contact tracing can be done quickly should a Coronavirus threat occur.
To find out how to download the State Government QR Code Service app to your Smartphone so you are ready on arrival at our sites click here.
This app will be used by businesses across the state including restaurants, cafes, businesses, sporting events, outdoor events and even the AFL footy before you enter so it’s a good idea to make sure you download from the Apple (iPhone) or Google Play (Android) stores ASAP.
If you don’t have a Smartphone please see Client Services staff on arrival.
Thank you. BCHS staff.
Bendigo drink spiking reports cause concern. Our staff provide some tips to keep you safe
There have been concerning reports of drink spiking in Bendigo.
Our Alcohol and Other Drugs team offers some advice to keep you and your friends safe while out and about.
What is drink spiking?
Drink spiking is adding a substance to another person’s drink without their knowledge or consent. It’s illegal and can cause harm. The main substances used are GHB, Ketamine and extra alcohol. All have a sedative affect which can cause unconsciousness.
Here are some tips to stay safe:
Be careful accepting drinks
If you are offered a drink by someone you don’t know or don’t know well walk to the bar with that person. Accept the drink from the bar staff only.
#March4Justice Bendigo event the perfect moment to send a message and show support
We support the #March4Justice in Bendigo and across Australia on Monday (March 15).
BCHS is a committed member of the Greater Bendigo Coalition for Gender Equity.
#March4Justice is a respectful gathering to send a strong message to the nation’s leaders that now is the time for action and long past the time for change.
A moment to show community support for victims of abuse who have lived in silence for too long.
The Women’s #March4Justice is calling for:
+ A full police investigation of rape and sexual assault allegations, and misconduct by Members of Parliament and staff.
This Girl Can inspires women of all ages to get out and get active in Bendigo
See the latest Bendigo events at the bottom of this blog post!
It’s time to celebrate women of all ages and abilities being active in a way that suits them!
This Girl Can week runs from March 22 to March 28 to showcase how physical activity is important for our wellbeing.
It helps to prevent injury and long-term health conditions, can improve mental health and create opportunities for social interaction. The benefits are endless!
Around 50 per cent of Victorian women don’t get enough exercise each week, so let’s work together to ensure that we all can experience the benefits of being active.
Women have identified that a fear of being judged, not being fit enough, or worrying about what other people think are the main barriers that stop them from participating in sport or trying new activities. Let’s break down those barriers and create inclusive environments for women everywhere!
This Girl Can week is a dedicated time for local physical activity providers, clubs, gyms, facilities, and organisations to offer fun, beginner friendly classes and come-and-try events to empower and encourage local women to give physical activity a go or get back into it after some time off.
