Western Perinatal Support Program
The Western Perinatal Support group is an initiative of the Division of Mental health at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the Australian Government through Communities for Children. Uniting Care Wesley Port Adelaide has been appointed to facilitate the Communities for Children project in the western suburbs.
The group assists families who are experiencing emotional or mental health difficulties around the time of childbirth and currently runs a nine week closed group program and a supported intensive playgroup. Emotional distress and issues concerning mental health are delicate and personal matters for families to confront. The group can provide an important link in the support and management of mental health problems in a safe, community based education and support program.
Contact Janine on 8222 6000 (pager 20515).
Perinatal Depression Support Group
Facilitated by a mental health professional from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the 9 week program offers support, guidance and practical strategies for women experiencing post-natal depression.
This is a free service with lunch and crèche provided on Thursday mornings from 10.00 – 11.30am during school terms.
Phone Perinatal Support Nurse 0416 095 200 http://www.health.sa.gov.au/cnahs/
Little Engines Perinatal Distress Playgroup
Little Engines Supported Playgroup assists families undergoing post natal distress. The playgroup is informal and intimate with a focus on supporting the parents with attachment strategies and play opportunities for young children. This is a free service that is supported by Centacare and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
Phone Seaton Central 8235 9556,
Perinatal Support Nurse 0416 095 200 http://www.health.sa.gov.au/cnahs/, or
Centacare 8234 9180 http://www.centacare.org.au/
