Simple strategies to help you feel better.
Experts advise that eating well, staying active, and getting enough sleep are essential for healthy bodies and body functioning, even if your abilities are more limited than they used to be.
Stay connected with family or friends, even if only by phone, so you can talk to someone who knows you well, someone you can share your feelings with. Social connection can help you feel less lonely and isolated, as well as improve mood and self-confidence.
This resource is a guide containing many helpful tips and ideas to keep you feeling positive.
Contacts for help and support
For many reasons, the strategies mentioned won’t meet everyone’s needs. That’s an unfortunate fact. Some of us live with disabilities, and will have difficulty exercising; some of us are simply unable to vary our diets; and frankly, some of us just don’t have the energy to make changes. If we can help you to reach out to the agencies listed in this is brochure, we will. There will be a helping hand to support you.
Your local doctor or GP is a great place to start for health and wellbeing advice and support. They also have access to information about free and low-cost support options for you. State and Territory health departments have information about local health services and support for people affected by the pandemic.
If you feel the need to talk to someone about your current challenges support is available through these telephone services:
- Beyond Blue – 1800 512 348 for COVID Mental Wellbeing Support
- Lifeline – 13 11 14 for people experiencing emotional distress
- Friend Line – 1800 424 287 (for a free and anonymous opportunity for older Australians to chat to a volunteer)
- Carer Gateway – 1800 422 737 for information or support for those caring for an older person
- Translating and interpreting services – 131 450
- Older Persons COVID Support Line – 1800 171 866
- National Coronavirus Helpline – 1800 020 080 for information on COVID-19
- Aged Care COVID-19 Grief & Bereavement Service – 1800 222 200