Mental Health Resilience & Grief Support of Older Adults (65yrs+)

Date: 6th March 2025

Time: 3pm - 5pm

Location: Mosgiel Presbyterian Church, 11 Church Street, Mosgiel 9024

Free Entry | Open to the Mosgiel Community

Join us for a compassionate and informative session tailored to older adults and caregivers. This workshop will explore the unique aging-related mental health challenges faced during later life, including grief, loneliness, and transitions such as retirement or the loss of loved ones. Attendees will learn practical tools for emotional well-being, coping strategies, and how to access local resources for support.

Highlights include:

Keynote Speaker: Insights on mental health and grief from Michael Hempseed.

Interactive Activities: Guided mindfulness practices and tips for maintaining mental wellness.

Community Connections: Meet others who share similar experiences and build supportive relationships.

Resource Stalls: offering support and information:

• Ministry of Social Development (MSD)

• Multiple Sclerosis Otago

• Able Minds

• Taieri Age Connect

• Inland Revenue Department

• Life Matters Suicide Prevention

This event is a safe space to share, connect, and learn ways to thrive emotionally and mentally during life's later years.

Supporting Minds, Supporting Lives: A Workshop of Mental Health Professionals 

Designed for professionals and those working in the mental health field, offering valuable tools and strategies to sustain your well-being while enhancing your professional skills.

Keynote speaker: Michael Hempseed

Facilitators: Marcanui Taura and Martina Bruwer

Cost: $60 per person

Tickets: click here to order or scan QR code on poster

Date: Thursday 6th March 2025

Time: 9am - 1pm (doors open at 8.45am)

Venue: Mosgiel Presbyterian Church, 11 Church St, Mosgiel 9024

Workshop Sessions: practical, interactive strategies include:-

• Michael Hempseed - Burnout and Resilience: Strategies to prevent burnout, manage stress, and foster emotional balance in high-pressure environments.

• Michael Hempseed - Advanced PTSD Insights: Exploring the latest research, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic interventions for PTSD

• Raranga | weaving and toiora | wellbeing - Marcanui Taura who brings a wealth of skills in wellbeing (toiora), will teach the art of raranga (weaving harakeke | flax), incorporating the values of tikanga, identity, belonging, and culture.

• Michael Hempseed - Suicide Prevention Techniques: Effective tools for identifying risk factors and supporting at-risk individuals.

• Neurofeedback - Martina Bruwer (Psychologist): A therapeutic technique that seeks to modulate and retrain brain function to address neurological and/or psychological symptoms of concern. Neurofeedback is a particularly effective treatment for people suffering with substance abuse, PTSD, ADHD, self harm and who are suicidal.

These interactive workshops include opportunities to network with peers, share experiences, and engage with leading experts in the field. Designed to empower you both personally and professionally, this event emphasises the importance of your well-being as you work to support others.

Discover Israeli Folk Dancing

Workshop Dates:

Monday, 17 February 2025

Monday, 24 February 2025

Where: Mosgiel Presbyterian Church, 11 Church St, Mosgiel

Cost: $5 per person (prepaid) or $7.50 cash at door (must be registered)

Come and experience the energy, tradition, and connection of Israeli Folk Dancing right here in Mosgiel! This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore new rhythms, celebrate culture, and share in the joy of dance. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced dancer, you’re warmly invited to join us!

Class numbers are limited so please register.

For questions or to register for the class, contact Cory ph 027 358 5606 (txt or call)