healthAbility

10/10/2025

🌟 October at healthAbility: A Month of Connection, Creativity, and Support 🌟
This October, we’re offering a range of events to help you connect with your community, create something new, and get the support you need. Check out our upcoming events:

🧵 Mend and Mingle – 11 Oct
🛠 Repair Cafe – 11 Oct
🎨 Connect and Create – 17 Oct
🖌 Crafting Connections – 21 Oct
💉 Diabetes Support Group – 28 Oct
🤝 Social Activity Groups – Weekly
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Support Groups – Oct-Nov
☕ Carers Cuppa Catch-Up – 29 Oct

Whether you’re looking to make something new, find support, or just have a chat — there’s an event for you! For more details and bookings, email contact@healthability.org.au or call 9430 9100.

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚 (10 October 2025)

This year’s theme, “Connect with your community”, — is a powerful reminder that mental wellbeing starts with belonging. Feeling safe, seen and supported can make all the difference.

Let’s take today as an opportunity to check in with ourselves and each other, start conversations, and reduce the stigma around mental health. Because connection isn’t just important — it’s essential. 💬🤝

At healthAbility, we’re here to support your mental health all year round. If you or someone you know needs help, our experienced team is here to listen and walk alongside you:
🔗 https://healthability.org.au/services/mental-health

Today, 10 October 2025, is World Mental Health Day.
It’s a day to start conversations, reduce stigma, reach out for support — and connect with our communities.

This year’s theme, Connect with your community, highlights the importance of belonging to places where we feel safe, seen, and heard.

Connection today and every day, is a simple way to care for your own mental health, and the wellbeing of those around you.

Throughout October, Mental Health Australia is sharing tips and reminders in our free 2025 World Mental Health Day calendars to help you check in and connect with your community.

Download yours here: http://bit.ly/42kUX3d

07/10/2025

Lisa and Ryan from our recruitment team will be at the Box Hill Institute Careers Expo at Box Hill Town Hall until 7pm tonight!

Come down for a chat about the range of career opportunities we have on offer at healthAbility, including our roles for Community Support Workers and Domestic Assistants that are perfect for those looking for flexible, rewarding work that fits around your lifestyle.

For more information on our current vacancies please visit https://healthability.elmotalent.com.au/careers/vacancies/jobs

03/10/2025

We'll be at the Box Hill Institute Careers Expo this Tuesday 7 October!

Come along to chat with our friendly team about career opportunities at healthAbility, including our flexible roles now available for Community Support Workers and Domestic Assistants.

We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information on current vacancies please visit our careers portal https://healthability.elmotalent.com.au/careers/vacancies/jobs

Insider insight. Real employers. New opportunities 💡 Our FREE Careers Expo could shape your future.

Meet employers from a range of industries, as well as our training experts and career advisors 🤝

This is your chance to build new connections, learn what skills are in demand and discover how to improve your job search 🔎

Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/4gwkmfN

01/10/2025

This October, we’re celebrating Victorian Seniors Festival with a range of fun and free activities.

Here’s what’s on:

🧵 Mend & Mingle – Sat 11 Oct, Forest Hill
🌿 Connect & Create: Afternoon of Wellbeing – Fri 17 Oct, Eltham
🎨 Crafting Connections – Tues 21 Oct, Box Hill
🎶 Morning Melodies: Motown Meets Disco – Wed 1 Oct, Montmorency RSL
☕ Carers Café – Thurs 2 & 16 Oct, Eltham
🛠️ Men’s Shed Visit – Every Fri, Eltham
💜 Memory Care Café – Tues 14 & 28 Oct, Eltham
🚐 Out & About Wednesdays – Weekly adventures!

👉 Places are filling fast. Book now via our website or call 9430 9100 - https://healthability.org.au/articles/seniors-festival-2025

Come along, connect, create and celebrate with us this Seniors Month! 💙

25/09/2025

We will be closed on Friday, 26 September. We will reopen on Monday, 29 September.

🔸The After Hours Mental Health Nursing Service 1300 003 509 (freecall), in-home care, and CHOPER will remain open.
🔸For a medical emergency or mental health crisis, please call 000.
🔸For a dental emergency, please call The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne on 9341 1000.
🔸For 24-hour crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

12/09/2025

Our healthAbility Repair Cafe - Whitehorse is back on tomorrow, Saturday, 13 September. Our team of amazing volunteer repairers will be available to help fix any of your broken items and restore them to their former glory. We hope to see you there!

Repairs available:
🔌 Electronic Repairs
👕 Garment (Sewing, Patching) Repairs
🪑 Furniture Repairs
🧸 Wooden Toys & Wooden Product Repairs
🛠️ General Odd Job Repairs
🌿 Garden Tools Sharpening
🖼️ Picture Frame Repairs

12/09/2025

Join us for the Victorian Seniors Festival for some fun and free events to help you connect, create and celebrate. We look forward to seeing you there!

To find out more and book please visit our website: https://bit.ly/3IgOW0E

11/09/2025

Today we are reminded of the power of a simple question:
“Are you OK?” We all face ups and downs – sometimes, just knowing someone cares can make all the difference. R U OK? Any Day is about keeping these conversations going, not just today, but every day.

Let’s look out for one another:
👀 Notice the signs – Has someone’s behaviour changed? Do they seem withdrawn or overwhelmed?
💬 Ask with care – A sincere “Are you OK?” can open the door to connection.
👂 Listen without judgment – You do not need to have all the answers. Just being there matters.
🤝 Encourage support – Help them find the support they need, whether it’s a chat, a wellbeing resource or professional help.

If you or someone you know needs help, healthAbility is here for you:
healthability.org.au/services/mental-health

06/09/2025

What does fatherhood look like today?

It looks like equality, respect, and breaking down outdated stereotypes.

This Father’s Day, we are proud that Baby Makes 3 is featured in a powerful piece from Respect Victoria, exploring how equal parenting strengthens families and communities.

Read the full article: https://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/news/dads-want-how-equal-parenting-strengthens-families

04/09/2025

Looking for a last-minute gift with a difference this Father’s Day? Surprise someone you love with a Gifts with Heart gift card!

We have gift cards available for our home cleaning, gardening, companionship, and occupational therapy services. By purchasing a Gift with Heart, you’ll not only enhance your loved one’s wellbeing, but you’ll also be making a meaningful impact to your community. As a not-for-profit organisation, every dollar is reinvested to support the health and wellbeing of our clients, staff, and community members.

To purchase and find out more visit Gifts with Heart visit our website.

04/09/2025

Looking for a last-minute gift with a difference this Father’s Day? Surprise someone you love with a Gifts with Heart gift card!

We have gift cards available for our home cleaning, gardening, companionship and occupational therapy services. By purchasing a Gift with Heart, you’ll not only enhance your loved one’s wellbeing, but you’ll also be making a meaningful impact to your community. As a not-for-profit organisation, every dollar is reinvested to support the health and wellbeing of our clients, staff and community members.

To purchase and find out more visit:
https://healthability.org.au/gifts-with-heart