Women's Health and Wellbeing Services - South East Metro

19/12/2025

📢 Office Closure Notice

Our office will be closed from 11am today until 12 January.
If you need support during this time, please visit our website for crisis support and emergency relief information:
https://whws.org.au/resources/are-you-in-crisis/

📞 If you are in an emergency or need immediate assistance, please contact:
• Police/Ambulance: 000
• Crisis Care: (08) 9223 1111
• Lifeline: 13 11 14
We wish you a safe and restful holiday period and look forward to supporting you again in 2026. ❤️

17/12/2025

🎉 Our Community Shoutout of the Week is here — and we can’t wait for you to see who we’re celebrating!

💚 ForWhen 💚
Parenting can be tough — but you don’t have to go through it alone.
ForWhen is a free, national service that helps expecting and new parents find the right mental health and wellbeing support.

Their friendly team of navigators and Aboriginal Family Support Workers will listen, understands your needs, and connect you to local, culturally safe services that best fit your situation — whether it’s counselling, parenting support, or specialist care.

They’re here for you through pregnancy, birth, and the first year of parenting. 💜
📞 1300 24 23 22
🌐 forwhenhelpline.org.au

16/12/2025

✨ Our ADHD & Women Seminar Feedback is In! ✨

We’re so thrilled to share some of the amazing feedback from our recent seminar:
💬 “I loved all the presentations. The topics were all relevant and the presenters were professional and very easy to follow. There’s always a caring, inclusive vibe at these seminars, which I love… One of the best ADHD & Women seminars so far.”

From engaging presentations to grounding activities and little thoughtful touches like morning tea, it’s so rewarding to see the seminar making a real difference.

And of course… there’s no rest for the wicked! 😅 We’ve already started planning next year’s event, and it’s going to be even bigger and better.

15/12/2025

Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone in Bondi and across Australia as we grieve the impact of yesterday’s events.

Moments like these can feel overwhelming, and it’s important to know you’re not alone. If you need to talk to someone, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14, or you can access their wellbeing support guide via their website. https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Please also remember it’s okay to disconnect from social media if that helps you process your feelings and take care of yourself. Be gentle with yourself and with one another.

12/12/2025

Christmas can be a tough time for many. If you need some extra support during this season, please reach out to these services. We also have additional resources available on our website to help you through. Visit us at https://whws.org.au/resources/are-you-in-crisis/. You’re not alone; we’re here to help. 💙✨

10/12/2025

🎄 Give the Gift of Mental Wellbeing this Christmas 🎄

This holiday season, let's come together to support women and families in need. 💙

Every donation goes directly to providing essential mental health services for those we support. Your contribution can make a real difference, empowering individuals to rebuild and thrive.

Together, we can bring hope, healing, and joy to families who need it most.

💌 Donate today and be part of this incredible journey of empowerment:
🔗 https://www.givenow.com.au/whws

Thank you for your generosity! 🌟

08/12/2025

✨ New blog alert! ✨
Our latest post — “Surviving the Festive Rush: Normalising Stress & Supporting Your Mental Health at Christmas” — is now live. 🎄

Feeling overwhelmed by holiday expectations? We’re talking real talk, self‑care, and how to actually enjoy Christmas without burning out.

👉 Read it here: https://whws.org.au/surviving-the-festive-rush-normalising-stress-and-supporting-your-mental-health-at-christmas/

08/12/2025

05/12/2025

💜 Thank you to all the volunteers who selflessly give their time and energy to make the world a better place. Your contributions help build stronger, more compassionate communities and inspire others to join in creating positive change. Thank you for your invaluable service and for being a source of inspiration for us all.

We would like to say an extra special thank you to our current volunteers Meghann, Maddie, Nicola and our Board members; Courtney, Kim, Nadia, Leanne, Alisha, Sarah, Tiana, Jess, Veronica and Sheeree. 💜

03/12/2025

✨ This week’s Community Shoutout just dropped!
Better Health Company .✨

Ready to take the next step in your health journey but not sure where to start?
The Better Health Coaching Service is a free health coaching program for adults 18+ offering personalised support to help you care for your health and wellbeing - so you can do more of what you love.
Be supported in the areas that matter most to you, such as healthy eating, staying
active, reducing alcohol, quitting smoking or managing health conditions. You’ll receive up to 10 x 30-minute coaching calls over 6 months, with guidance from qualified health professionals to set and achieve your personal health goals.
Sounds like what you’ve been looking for?

Take the next step towards better health today!

02/12/2025

🌟 We have FREE Family Appointments available now! 🌟

If you've been thinking about getting support, now is the perfect time. Our sister organisation for Perinatal & Parenting Support has appointments available during school hours and can offer an immediate start.

Make the most of the school holidays and get your sessions booked in today. 💛

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Can Access This Service?
• Families with children aged 25 years and under
• No GP referral or mental health care plan needed—just complete a referral to get started

📝 What is Family Therapy?
Your first session is with the therapist without the children present. From there, the therapist will guide future sessions to:
• Understand each family member’s perspective
• Acknowledge everyone’s needs
• Foster connection, collaboration, and repair through understanding

📞 For more information or to book: 6496 0460
👉 Or complete your referral here: https://wacpps.org.au/referrals/

Invest in your family’s wellbeing and strengthen your connections today! 💚