WISH Newsletter

		Dear Subscriber, Happy new Year! Welcome to the first e-news for 2007! No doubt some of you would agree with me that this year is already going too fast! So take a break, relax and have a look at the exciting "new groups" we have for this year. Having trouble reading this in your email program? You can always read this newsletter on the web. Just visit here.
		LATEST NEWS Online Survey Please take 2 minutes to fill in our online survey In 2008 WISH will be celebrating 25 years of service to the West Australian community. For us this is not just about WISH but the whole of the self help movement here in WA. We need your help in deciding how to make these celebrations both meaningful and memorable for our members and the wider community. We are also thinking about a name change to better reflect our purpose and vision. Share your ideas by filling in a short online survey.
		GRANTS Health and Wellbeing Grant GlaxoSmithKline Australia supports projects aimed at improving the quality of Human Life. Groups must work in the area of health and wellbeing. Visit www.gsk.com.au for more information Microsoft Software Donations Unlimited Potential Software Donations from Microsoft donates the latest software technology to eligible non-profit organisations. Visit www.microsoft.com for more details
		NEW GROUPS Incite Incite is a new group offering support for anyone with mental or emotional problems. Incite provides an opportunity for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety or emotional / mental difficulties to share their experiences in a safe environment. Contact for this group is Jono on 0419 193 027, between 8am and 6pm. Women’s Wisdom Circle Women’s Wisdom Circle is a group for women who identify themselves as having an issue with their “body image”. It aims to build self esteem, develop self acceptance through sharing of experiences, guest speakers and social interaction. If this group is of interest to you, please contact Isabelle on 0417 190 873 between 6pm and 9pm. Inclusion GLBT Disabilities Group Inclusion offers support, advocacy and social activities for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) individuals with a disability. Membership to this group is not restricted to these individuals but open to all. The group meets on the first Thursday of the month. For further details contact by email tilbrook_whitton@hotmail.com. CSID Support Australia (Congenital Sex Identity Disorder Syndrome) This groups offers support for those medically diagnosed with TD/TG/intersex conditions. The group will also help to facilitate research and educate the public about the conditions. Contact for this group is via WISH on 9228 4488, 9am - 4pm, Mon - Thurs or email cdo@wish.org.au SPEAM - Society for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and Misdiagnosis Interest has been expressed on starting a group for people who have been victims of elder abuse. This sort of abuse includes, physical, sexual, emotional, financial and neglect. The group is currently looking for a venue in the Bayswater area. If you would be interested in such a group please contact the WISH Community Development Officer on 9228 4488, 9am - 4pm, Mon - Thurs or email cdo@wish.org.au to register your interest. Invalid WA Family Court Orders In 1997 thousands of people were affected when the Full Court of the Family Court declared WA Family Court Property Orders invalid. Were you or do you know someone who was affected by this? WISH has been contacted to help start a group for people who were affected. If you would be interested in such a group please contact the WISH Community Development Officer on 9228 4488, 9am - 4pm, Mon - Thurs or email cdo@wish.org.au to register your interest. Women with Disabilities Australia WA A support and advocacy group run by women with disabilities. Offers monthly forums on relevant topics and provides support and information to women with disabilities in Western Australia. The contact for this group is Rayna on 9388 7455, Mon – Fri, 9am - 5pm. * REGIONAL GROUPS * Stroke Group Bunbury Offers support, information, social interaction and continuing education to stroke patients, their families and carers. The group will also lobby for improved services. If you are interested in this group give Anne a call on (08) 9791 7052, between 7am and 5pm. Lymphoedema Support Group Busselton Offers people with Lymphoedema telephone or one on one information and referral service in the Busselton Shire. Lymphoedema occurs when lymphatic fluid builds up in the soft tissues of your body, usually in an arm or leg. This could be inherited or caused by injury of the lymphatic system. The contact for this group is Lea on 9754 8242, Mon – Fri, 10am - 6pm. Tea Group for Carers A tea group for carers of people with dementia in the Busselton region offers support, information, advocacy and guest speakers. To contact this group ring Lea on 97548242, Mon – Fri, 10am - 6pm.
		COMING EVENTS "Young People and Public Space" public dialogue Thursday, 15th February 2007 9am – 12pm Alexander Library Theatre. RSVP: 9485-2750, policy@yacwa.org.au Mental Health & Welfare to Work Forum Risks? Opportunities? What works? Monday 19 February 2007, 8.30am - 1pm Theatrette Function Room, Department of Health, 189 Royal Street, East Perth. For more information click here Harmony Week 2007 – Get Involved! Harmony Week 15 - 21 March 2007 focuses on the concept of ‘connecting’. This is an opportunity for Western Australians to connect with each other and engage in community projects or events with people from a diverse range of cultures religions and languages. Visit Office of Multicultural Interests website. Worlds Biggest Playgroup Day 2007 28 March 10am - 2pm @ Whiteman Park Visit Playgroup WA website for more info. Teens to Twenties - Preparing the Way Rotary District 9450 2007 Conference 31 March - 1 April, 2007 Hotel Rendezvous Observation City, Western Australia 17 full conference scholarships are available by application from Chief Executives, Members of Boards, Senior Staff or staff in leadership or management roles in youth related community service agencies. Email amy@eventswa.com.au for more information.
		RESOURCES Beating the Blues An eight week course for those women who suffer, or have suffered from Depression. Referrals are open, but we do need to talk to the participant direct, so please have them with you or give them our details to register. It costs $64.00 for two hours a week with a qualified Therapist. For more information contact Midland Women's Health Care Place on 9250 2221. Review of Associations Incorporation Act 1987 Have your say on the proposed Act reforms. The aim of the review is to balance community expectations about the regulations of incorporated associations, with the foundation principle that responsibility for the management of an incorporated association rests with the members of that group. Submissions will be open until 5pm, 30th April 2007. For more information visit www.docep.wa.gov.au
		CONTACT Phone: 9228 4488 Freecall: 1800 195 575 (country callers only) Fax: 9228 4490 Email: info@wish.org.au Website: www.wish.org.au Address: 335-337 Pier Street PERTH 6000 Postal: PO Box 8140 Perth Business Centre WA 6849

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