Explore every episode of the podcast The Alike WA Podcast Series
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| Rare Disease Day Series: Australian Pompe Association | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:26:40 | |
In recognition of Rare Disease Day, our staff member Emily had the pleasure of catching up with Renee Brown, Secretary for the Australian Pompe Association. Renee speaks about Pompe, its daily challenges, and the importance of raising awareness of rare conditions.
To learn more about Pompe and support available, contact Renee at secretary@australianpompe.org.au.
To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au. | |||
| Rare Disease Day Series: MELAS | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:21:44 | |
As part of our Rare Disease Day podcast series, Emily speaks with Michelle Robinson about the rare condition MELAS, a mitochondrial disease which Michelle and her family live with.
To learn more about mitochondrial disease and support available, contact The Mito Foundation Support Network at info@mito.org.au.
To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
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| Harmony Week Feature: Life Without Barriers | 21 Mar 2022 | 00:14:25 | |
In this Harmony Week Feature, ConnectGroups SCDO Abbey Grosse chats with Juanaili Hultzsch, Administration and Intake Officer for Life Without Barriers' Culturally Diverse Psychological Service about the importance of culturally diverse and inclusive services and supports.
To learn more about Life Without Barriers' services, contact cdps@lwb.org.au To find out about culturally inclusive peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| How to Run an Annual General Meeting | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:15:47 | |
This podcast provides an overview of how to run an Annual General Meeting (AGM) for Support Groups, and includes information on what actions are required pre-AGM, during the AGM, and post-AGM.
If you require further support, please contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Asset Based Community Development | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:12:33 | |
This podcast provides an overview of the Asset Based Community Development method (ABCD) and how it may resonate with Peer Support Groups.
If you require support, please contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| A Guide to Incorporation for Peer Support Groups | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:12:09 | |
This podcast provides an overview of incorporation and what it means to incorporate your Peer Support Group.
For further information around incorporation and the process involved, please view our online Incorporation resource.
If you require support, please contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| The Importance of Self-Care | 10 Jun 2021 | 00:08:54 | |
This self-care feature is presented by Magdaliene Hajielias, the Executive Officer and Supervising Clinician at MyLocalMind Inc. The podcast talks about the importance of self-care and will be beneficial in the management of peer Support Groups and also individual wellbeing.
For more information about self-care for Support Groups, please visit www.connectgroups.org.au or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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| The Importance of Sleep | 10 Jun 2021 | 00:20:09 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Sleep Coach Amanda Slinger about the importance of sleep for mental health and wellbeing.
For further resources to support better sleep, visit www.sleepspot.co. For additional self-care resources for Support Groups, visit www.connectgroups.org.au or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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| How to Coordinate a Facebook Support Group | 22 Apr 2021 | 00:11:09 | |
This podcast provides an overview of what you should have in place before starting a Facebook Support Group, managing group members, roles and responsibilities of your Admin Team, and responding to difficult posts.
If you require support, please contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Radio Fremantle Interview: PTSD West | 09 Apr 2021 | 00:14:28 | |
ConnectGroups and PTSD West chat with Radio Fremantle about PTSD support available to women in WA. | |||
| Strengthening the Rare, Genetic, and Undiagnosed Conditions Sector in WA - Radio Fremantle Interview | 24 Mar 2021 | 00:06:40 | |
ConnectGroups CEO Antonella Segre talks with Radio Fremantle about its latest project, Strengthening the Capacity and Capability of the Rare, Genetic, and Undiagnosed Conditions Sector in WA.
For more information about ConnectGroups and this project, please visit www.connectgroups.org.au or email info@connectgroups.org.au. | |||
| Interview with Solace Grief Support Group: Digital Inclusion | 10 Mar 2021 | 00:11:20 | |
ConnectGroups' Senior Policy Officer Renee Darbyshir speaks with Sandra Button from Solace Grief Support Group about the importance of Digital Inclusion for the Support Group Sector. For more information about Solace Grief Support Group WA, visit https://solacegriefsupportwa.org.au. To find out more about the WA Support Group Sector, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Rare Disease Day Series: Sotos Syndrome Association Inc. | 17 Feb 2023 | 00:14:13 | |
As part of our Rare Disease Day podcast series, Emily chats with Lisa Rynne, the co-founder of Sotos Syndrome Association, about the rare condition, her experience as a mother of a child with Sotos, and the importance of raising awareness about rare, genetic, and undiagnosed conditions.
To learn more about Sotos Syndrome Association Inc, contact info@sotos.org.au.
To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
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| Facilitating a Support Group | 22 Oct 2020 | 00:12:19 | |
ConnectGroups’ Sector and Community Development Officer Tegan O’Rafferty provides a guide to facilitating a Support Group. Click here to view the accompanying fact sheet. If you require support, please contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| ConnectGroups Interview on Radio Fremantle | 24 Aug 2020 | 00:16:57 | |
Radio Fremantle 107.9 FM interviews ConnectGroups about the value of Support Groups. | |||
| Strategic Planning | 14 Apr 2020 | 00:11:37 | |
ConnectGroups’ Sector and Community Development Officer Tegan O’Rafferty provides 5 easy steps to creating a Strategic Plan for your Support Group. Click here to download the accompanying PowerPoint Presentation. If you require support, please contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| DIF Feature: Val and Kathy's Crafty Kitchen | 18 Mar 2020 | 00:12:52 | |
ConnectGroups chats with Val and Kathy from Val and Kathy's Crafty Kitchen, a community group in Roebourne that provides a culturally-safe and welcoming space for community to yarn, cook, craft and go on-country. The group are grant recipients of ConnectGroups' Dream it Forward Program, which focuses on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families, and communities in Western Australia by activating and strenghtening culture. To find out more about Dream it Forward (DIF), visit the ConnectGroups website. For more information about Val and Kathy's Crafty Kitchen, email katnoel@bigpond.com
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Starting a Support Group | 16 Mar 2020 | 00:13:07 | |
ConnectGroups CEO Antonella Segre provides a step-by-step guide to starting a Support Group. If you're looking at setting up a group, or are in the early stages of development, this podcast will assist you in taking those first foundation steps. As an additional resource, please take a look at our Starting a Support Group Podcast Fact Sheet. For further information and support, contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Support Group Feature: Invisible Illnesses Inc. | 05 Mar 2020 | 00:06:25 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Michelle Greenwood, Founder of Invisible Illnesses Inc. (formerly Fibro & Us), a Support Group that supports and educates people diagnosed with an invisible illness. You can find out more about Invisible Illnesses Inc. here.
To find out more about Support Groups near you, or for group assistance, contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| PIF: How to Prepare a Small Grant Application | 04 Feb 2020 | 00:18:54 | |
Christine and Karen from our Small Grants Team provide a step-by-step guide to preparing an application for our Pay it Forward grants. Have a listen to hear how simple the process is with support from the team every step of the way. Click here to download the the accompanying PowerPoint Presentation. For more information about the Pay it Forward Program, visit the ConnectGroups website.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Support Group Feature: Activate Mental Health | 12 Nov 2019 | 00:14:05 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Rahul Seth, Founder of Activate Mental Health, a Support Group that provides social connection for positive mental health and wellbeing. You can find out more about Activate Mental Health here.
To find out more about Support Groups near you, or for group assistance, contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Support Group Feature: SWEAR WA | 09 Sep 2019 | 00:12:41 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Emma Softly, the president of SWEAR WA (Sex Work; Education, Advocacy & Rights WA), an organisation that provides peer education and support to WA sex workers, and that lobbies for legislative change and decriminalisation in WA. You can find out more about SWEAR WA here. To find out more about Support Groups near you, or for group assistance, contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Support Group Feature: The Inner Ninja Foundation | 01 Aug 2019 | 00:06:07 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Stef Caminiti, Founder and CEO of The Inner Ninja Foundation, an organisation that supports people to achieve mental wellness through peer support and lived experience. You can find out more about The Inner Ninja Foundation here. To find out more about Support Groups near you, or for group assistance, contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Rare Disease Day Series: Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group WA | 09 Feb 2023 | 00:20:58 | |
In the lead up to Rare Disease Day, Emily catches up with Julia McDonald from Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group WA who shares her journey of diagnosis and living with a rare condition, and provides information about the WA Support Group.
To learn more about Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group WA, contact Julia at juliamcdonald@ozemail.com.au
To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Cycling Without Age Perth | 23 Jul 2019 | 00:15:15 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Karen O'Connor about Cycling Without Age, a free program that provides leisurely trishaw rides to the elderly and people with limited mobility. This is just one of many community groups helping to keep seniors connected and mentally healthy in the community. To find social support near you, contact ConnectGroups on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au To find out more about Cycling Without Age, their contact details are listed below: Email: melville@cyclingwithoutage.org.au Phone: 0448 447 223 Facebook: Cycling Without Age - Melville
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| The ConnectGroups Volunteer Experience | 27 Jun 2019 | 00:08:21 | |
ConnectGroups volunteers Jeff and Ellie share their experience volunteering at the Community Link Booth at Fiona Stanley Hospital and at the ConnectGroups office providing referrals to individuals, families and carers requiring support. If you'd like to volunteer for ConnectGroups, or if you require a referral, contact us on (08) 9364 6909 or email info@connectgroups.org.au
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| International Day of People with Disability Feature: XYY Syndrome Assoc. of Australia | 02 Dec 2022 | 00:31:47 | |
In the lead up to the International Day of People with Disability, ConnectGroups caught up with Amber Gilkes, founder of XYY Syndrome Association of Australia to talk about her experience as a mother of a child with XYY, and the importance of inclusion and raising awareness of the rare, genetic, and undiagnosed conditions sector.
To learn more about XYY, contact Amber at xyyaustralia@gmail.com. To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Support Group Feature: Survivors and Friends | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:11:32 | |
ConnectGroups recently caught up with Ryan Rigg at Survivors and Friends to learn more about the new Support Group which supports victims of institutional abuse by providing emotional support, information, and resources in a safe and confidential setting. To learn more about Survivors and Friends, contact Ryan or Jarrod at the emails listed below: To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Support Groups Awareness Week | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:15:04 | |
ConnectGroups SCDO Abbey Grosse and Advocacy Comms Coordinator Amanda Muir chat all things Support Groups Awareness Week in the lead up to the campaign launch. To find out more about the campaign and how to get involved, visit www.connectgroups.org.au/peer-support-groups-awareness-week.
Tune in to RTR FM 92.1 next week to hear some of our Support Group members talk about the great work they're doing in the community. Schedule below. Monday 24 October, 10.30am: ConnectGroups Tuesday 25 October, 9.45am: Solace Grief Support Group and Chronically Inspired Wednesday 26 October, 9.45am: Prostate Cancer Help Association Thursday 27 October, 9.45am: Invisible Illnesses Inc and Depression Support Network Albany Friday 28 October, 10.10am: Heartspace Women's Health Hub and Sikh Women Alliance Network
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
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| Women’s Health Week Feature: Heartspace Women’s Support Group | 05 Sep 2022 | 00:27:44 | |
In this Women's Health Week feature, ConnectGroups SCDO Abbey Grosse speaks with Tanya Langford about Heartspace Women's Support Group and the importance of an holistic approach for women's health, mental health and wellbeing. To learn more about Heartspace, email Tanya at tanya.langford@yahoo.com.au. To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| Men’s Health Week Feature: Prost! Exercise 4 Prostate Cancer | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:25:58 | |
In this Men's Health Week feature, ConnectGroups SCDO Abbey Grosse speaks with Ross Campbell about Prost! Exercise 4 Prostate Cancer, the importance of men's health, and how to better engage with men about their health and mental health. To learn more about Prost!, contact Ross on 0407 886 823 or email email@prost.com.au. To find out about peer Support Groups in WA, contact ConnectGroups at info@connectgroups.org.au.
Music: https://www.purple-planet.com | |||
| ConnectGroups Radio Feature: Mining HQ | 24 May 2022 | 00:08:07 | |
ConnectGroups speaks with Mining HQ about peer Support Groups, ConnectGroups' work in the regions, and engaging men in the Support Group sector. For more information about ConnectGroups, visit www.connectgroups.org.au. | |||