Important Notice - Annual General Meeting

The Annual General meeting will be held at 6.30 pm on the 27th September at the Centre. Please let us know if you are coming so we can cater accordingly.

Nominations are being called for women who have an interest in supporting the work of the Women's Health Centre by becoming a committee member and taking on an active roll.

September - What's Happening!

Breast Cancer Support

Breast Buddies Meet every month on the second Friday at 9.30 am ot offer support and share experiences. Phone Kim for further information on 4979 1780


Be Pampered!


For anyone who has been through or going through any cancer treatment. Enjoy a fun morning including facials, makeovers and luxury treatments. Every second Tuesday of the month at 9.30 am. Bring a plate to share with the group. Phone Marie on 4972 7776 or 4979 1456.


FREE AEROBICS!

Monday to Friday from 8.30 am till 9 am join the ladies in airconditioned comfort with low inpact walk aerobics. Bring a towel if you like.

Monday Relaxation Sessions - 9 am till 9.20 am.


Courses coming up in September include:

Midlife: Ourselves-Older

A four week course exploring menopause. 9.30 am till noon - Bookings essential call the centre on 4979 1456

19^th September,

Understanding Menopause,

What are the Common Symptoms of Menopause,

Early Menopause.

26^th September

Decisions, Decisions, Therapies HRT Benefits and Risks ^, Complimentary Therapies and Supplements

3^rd October

Women’s Stories, Emotional Health, Mood Changes, Stress, Self Esteem

10^th October

Lifestyle Issues, Nutrition /Healthy Eating, Exercise, Bone Health, Relaxation, Pamper Yourself Techniques, Having Fun

Women Growing Stronger

Weekly sessions will provide opportunities for women to learn and grow together and to address issues that are common to women as a whole.

Next Starting – August 23 – September 27

The program is conducted on a Wednesday over 6 weeks from 9.30 am to 12 mid day

Bookings are essential.

Gladstone Communities for Children-

Post Natal Disorder Support Group

Have you experienced persistent feelings of despair whilst pregnant or within a year of the birth of a baby? Post-Natal Disorders (PND) affects up to 20% of women and families.

What to expect at the PND support group….

Friendly and non-judgmental cuppa morning,

Support and understanding from other mums,

Talk about how your are feeling,

Swap coping ideas, Meet new people in similar situations,

Occasional guest speakers and information, Child-friendly facilities.

Want to know more?

Please call the centre on 4679 1456 for expressions of interest in attending the groups.

Fortnightly on Monday mornings from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Gladstone Communities for Children-

Young Parents Program

Parents Group for young parents with children 12 months and over

Fortnightly on Mondays from 10.30am to 12.30pm

Pregnant women and young parents

with babies up to 12 months

Thursdays 10.00am to 12.00md

Parents whose children are in care

meet Fridays fortnightly from 10 am to 12md

Puberty Clues

A workshop for mothers and their daughters. This is a 2 1/2 hour workshop that provides mother and their daughters, 8 to 12 years old, with accurate and up to date information about the changes that occur during puberty and information about menstruation. Phone the centre for bookings. Next sessions will be held at Boyne Tannum on 15th September and at Gladstone on the 20th October.

Free Health Assessments

Blood pressure and blood glucose level monitering available. Drop in or make an appointment.

Pregnancy Test Kits available

Pregnancy tests are available for $3 and counsellors trained in unplanned pregnancy are available.