WIS What's On
The WIS What's On provides details of services and activities for women of SA as at Monday 01 June 2020
All programs are free/low cost unless otherwise noted. For more details, please visit our Facebook page.
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| Program | Description | Provider | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women are Strong... Women do Survive | 8-week support group for women exploring the effects of abusive relationships | Presented by multi-agencies as part of Onkaparinga Collaborative Approach Ph. 8215 6310 | Christies Beach area, location supplied on registration | To be advised |
| The Shark Cage Group | 9-week assertive and self-confidence building course for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships | AnglicareSA, Ph. 8186 8900 | To be advised | To be advised |
| Zahra Foundation Financial Counsellor | Providing financial support and assistance to women who have experienced domestic violence. Appointments are available over the phone or on-site using spatial distancing precautions. | Zahra Foundation, please book Ph. 8352 1889 | Location supplied upon request | by appointment |
| Family Court Support | Available to women attending Family/Federal Circuit Court at 3 Angus St. Adelaide | Women’s Information Service, Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Ongoing – subject to volunteer availability |
| COVID-19 Relief Call Centre | To help people affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency; can provide information and assistance with: personal hardship support / advice on short-term accommodation options for people unable to achieve self-quarantining or self-isolation / accommodation for emergency services. | SA Housing Authority Ph. 1300 705 336 Or | State-wide | Ongoing |
| Family Drug Support | Available 24\7 - a caring, non-religious organisation which provides non-judgemental, non-directive support and information to families and friends of drug users across Australia. | Family Drug Support, Ph. 1300 368 186 | Via telephone | ongoing |
| Skylight Mental Health Peer Support Line | A new peer-led mental health support line to South Australians deal with the emotional distress of COVID-19. | Skylight Ph. 1800 022 020 | Via telephone | ongoing |
| Relationships Australia – changes to services | Services are free of charge until 30 June 2020; available over the phone or online + face-to-face in some circumstances | Relationships Australia, Ph. 1300 364 277, or your nearest office/web-form: rasa.org.au/locations/ | Via telephone/online | Until June 30 |
| COVID-19 Phone Counselling | People struggling to cope with fear surrounding COVID-19 can now access free phone counselling by appointment from Centacare Catholic Family Services | Centacare, ph.8215 6700 to book an appointment, For more information ph. Elizabeth 0437 062 302 | Via telephone | ongoing |
| Family Mental Health Support Line | Open 7 days p/w, 8am-8pm for support with a trained counsellor over the phone. | Uniting Communities Ph. 1800 632 753 | Via telephone | ongoing |
| COVID -19 Support Line for Older Australians | Speak with a friendly person who is there to listen and help. Operates 8:30am-6pm (AEST) Mon-Fri, excl p | Multi-agency - funded by the Aust. Gov’t. Ph 1800 171 866 | Via telephone | ongoing |
Telecross REDi COVID-19 | South Australians can opt to receive a free, daily phone call to check on their welfare in response to COVID-19. This service has been activated by the Government of South Australia | Australian Red Cross Register by Ph. 1800 188 071 Or | South Australia | ongoing |
Women’s Education TafeSA | Provides opportunity to explore career options, build self confidence, improve skills. Apply now for semester 2. | TafeSA Ph. 1800 882 661 | Adelaide city, Elizabeth, Noarlunga | current |
Tauondi Aboriginal College – Traineeships Information Session | Suitable for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people 17-35 yrs; | Tauondi Aboriginal College Ph. Gary 8240 0300 | Port Adelaide | Jun 10 |
| Traineeship Pathways to Aged Care or Disability Sector | Cert.3 Individual Support: pre-employment training and support. Free course excl. clearance checks | Baptist Care SA Ph. 8387 3924 | Southern | June |
| Money and Me | FREE online information sessions; learn about budgeting, setting goals, identifying debt traps, paying bills and everything you need to know to master your finances | Uniting Communities, To register: moneyandme@unitingcommunities.org Include your name, contact number & session date | Online (Zoom) | May 27 Jun 10 |
| Preventing Sibling Conflict | Free parenting (children 4-12 years) webinar: Are you tired of sorting out sibling conflict? Want better relationships and less stress in your family? | ParentingSA, to register: | Online | Jun 16 |
Cyber Awareness: Online Gaming Workshop for Parents & Carers | 4x 90 min. sessions - This workshop is for parents and carers who need help with a young person’s online gaming. Please register via email. | Relationships Australia Gambling Help Service Email: to b.seby@rasa.org.au Or | Online | Starts May 27 |
| Parenting Together | A Communications-based parenting program: Increase participants’ knowledge of child development. Help parents with effective parenting practices. Offer ideas on how to develop healthy family relationships | Community Projects Team / Relationships Australia Ph. 8250 6600 Bookings essential | Salisbury | Starts Jun 2 |
My Time – Group video chat | Free “time out” program for mums, dads, all carers of a child U18 with a disability, chronic medical condition or developmental delay. | MyTime, ph. Michelle 0466 427 633 or Virginia 8159 9474. For other location groups: www.mytime.net.au | Hackham West group | During school terms |
| Tuning in to Kids in COVID-19 time | For parents under 25, a 6-wk parenting group via phone/zoom. Connect with others learn and have fun. | AnglicareSA/MYH, Ph. Sarah or Nicole 8255 3477 | Via telephone/zoom | Starts May 28 |
| LGBTI+ Online Social Dinner; or Coffee Catch-up; and more… | Make your dinner at home and eat with friends pretending you are eating out! Go to the website to find out more. | Catalyst Foundation, http://www.catalystfoundation.com.au/our-services/lgbti/lgbti-events/ Or Ph. Lucy, 0436 021 896 or email lucyh@catalystfoundation.com.au . | online | Various dates |
| OmbudsmanSA | Do you believe you have been treated unfairly or unreasonably by a state government department or local government agency? Do you work with women who would benefit from knowing about the services provided by Ombudsman SA? WIS can put you in touch with the outreach worker. | Women’s Information Service, Ph. 8303 0590 Alternatively, call OmbudsmanSA Ph. 8226 8699 Toll free: 1800 182 150 (outside metro SA only) https://www.ombudsman.sa.gov.au/complaints/make-a-complaint/ | South Australia | ongoing |
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