Inglewood and Districts Health Service

29/01/2026

28/01/2026

We all know that it’s important to drink water on hot days like today.

But what happens if you don’t?

That’s when dehydration can strike – and it can be life-threatening, particularly for our littlest and oldest Victorians.

You can help avoid dehydration by drinking small amounts of water frequently, and avoiding things that dehydrate you further like caffeine and alcohol.

If you’re worried about yourself or a loved one, you can call Nurse-on-Call for free advice from qualified nurses at any time 1300 60 60 24, visiting a Priority Primary Care Clinic or calling 000.

27/01/2026

🌱 Inglewood Community Garden – Helpers Wanted! 🌱
We’re looking for friendly helpers to water the community garden on a simple roster 🌧️💧
In return, you’ll enjoy fresh, locally grown produce 🥕🥬🍅
It’s a great way to support the community, get some fresh air, and take home tasty veggies!
👉 Interested? Please get in touch with Faye Orange on 0429008783 or fayeorange44@gmail.com for more information.
Everyone welcome 💚🌻

27/01/2026

Pet therapy brings so much joy to our residents, encouraging smiles, connection and comfort. For many residents, interacting with animals can spark memories, improve mood and provide a sense of comfort and companionship.

Moments like these remind us how powerful small experiences can be in supporting emotional wellbeing and enhancing quality of life.

A big thank you to Akaisha for bringing her beautiful dog Stuart in to IDHS — he absolutely makes everyone’s day.

22/01/2026

21/01/2026

IDHS Kitchen Team Leader Amy Hall recently held a food forum with residents, trialling a range of fruit drinks and smoothies as part of the Maggie Beer Foundation program. Residents were invited to taste the drinks and provide valuable feedback to help shape future menu options.

16/01/2026

Recently, IDHS Community Engagement Officer Cindy enjoyed taking Chronic Disease Coordinator Sue out and about to visit the Inglewood and Wedderburn Men’s Sheds 🛠️ and catch up with Louise at the Wedderburn Community House 🤝
It was a great opportunity to connect, have a chat, and strengthen local partnerships 🌱
Sue will be on site in Wedderburn in the future and is really looking forward to meeting more of the community soon 😊👋

15/01/2026

🌱💚 Community Garden Update – Thank You! 💚🌱
A big thank you to Jules and Caroline for watering and giving the Inglewood Community Garden a tidy-up — it’s looking an absolute treat! 🌼👏
🥒 Zucchini alert! There are some zucchinis and silver beet ready to be picked if anyone would like some — perfect for a tasty zucchini slice or adding some extra veggies to dinner tonight. 😋🍽️
Please help yourself and enjoy! 🌿😊

14/01/2026

Experiencing a disaster can be overwhelming. It can affect your mind, body and emotions. If you're feeling stressed, anxious or unsettled, you are not alone.

Support and advice is available to help you and those around you:
• Managing stress after a disaster
• Helping yourself after a disaster
• Helping a friend or family member after a disaster
• Helping older adults after a disaster
• Understanding how frightening events can affect children
If you've been through a bushfire before, the disaster might bring back difficult memories and feelings of sadness, fear, and grief.

Recovery looks different for everyone and it can take time. Strong emotions are a natural response to what is happening. Talking about your feelings and staying connected to others can help.

If you are finding things hard, asking for support is a sign of strength and often the first step in recovery.

Lifeline’s Support Toolkit on Natural disasters can help you understand the mental health impacts of extreme weather and learn ways to manage stress and build resilience before, during, and after a natural disaster.
https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/support-toolkit/topics/natural-disasters -term-help-for-coping-with-natural-disasters

Fire Brigade

14/01/2026