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KBPCP are pleased to introduce a new format for our newsletter which will be distributed quarterly. We will continue to update our website on a regular basis between editions of the newsletter. A full version of Alliance - Spring 2009 is now available by clicking on the link above while highlights are outlined below.

Background
Local Government, Community Health Services and the PCP are required by legislative or funding agreements to develop strategic public health / integrated health promotion plans for their communities.

A unique opportunity has emerged, that post June 2009 the planning cycles are aligned for the first time for each of these five local Kingston Bayside plans.

This has presented an exciting opportunity to undertake a collaborative planning process, to ensure common health and wellbeing priorities and effective integrated health promotion activity across the catchment.

Outcomes
A planning committee was established with representatives from Kingston and Bayside City Councils, Central and Bentleigh Bayside Community Health Services and the Kingston Bayside PCP. After extensive consultation, the committee have now produced the final Kingston Bayside Health and Wellbeing Strategic Directions Paper which contains valuble information agencies may use to inform their planning for the next 3 years.

The final report is now available for viewing by clicking on the link above and supporting documents such as detailed demographic and relevant population health data will be available via this website shortly.

Kirsty Brown                                   Terry Lazzarotto
Health Promotion Coordinator        Executive Officer
03 8587 0314                                    03 8587 0317
kbrown@cbchs.org.au                      tlazzarotto@cbchs.org.au

After wide ranging consultation, it is anticipated that the final draft Strategic Plan will be presented at the end of November after which responses will be sought from organisations in relation to the new Partnership Agreement and participation in the various Partnership Activities.

It is further proposed that a Forum will be held on February 3 to present the new Strategic Plan to the membership.

South East and Bayside Diabetes Alliance (SEBDA) has grown out of the enthusiasm and good will of agencies that gathered at a diabetes forum in October 2008, which sparked interest to form the alliance. Simone Gleeson has recently taken up the role of project worker for the newly formed SEBDA.

The alliance aims to “achieve access to appropriate care for people with diabetes through the development of a catchment wide, co-ordinated model of care”. This means defining clear pathways for people with diabetes, facilitating better integration between diabetes services, improving the access to and quality of care for people with diabetes and improving their health outcomes.

Kingston Public Health & Wellbeing Plan 2009-2013
The draft Kingston Public Health and Wellbeing Plan has been developed out of Council’s community and legal obligations under the new Public Health and Wellbeing Act (2008) which comes into effect in January 2010. Kingston City Council is currently inviting feedback and comment on the draft Kingston Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2009 - 2013. The plan and associated documents can be found on the Kingston City Council website.

Agency Forums, Information and Training Sessions

24 November 2009 - Prostate cancer awareness evening
Come along to find out the latest information on prostate cancer from:

Mr Jeremy Urologist offering patients expert clinical practice in Grummet urological cancer, including robotic prostatectomy and general urology
Mr Ross Snow Urologist with interests in urologic oncology and reconstructive surgery and prosthetics in urology, prostatic brachytherapy.
Kay Talbot Urology Nurse with interests in continence management, erectile dysfunction, urological reconstructive and prosthetic surgery.

Bring along your questions and join in for supper afterwards.

Date: Tuesday 24 November 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Where: Bentleigh Bayside Community Health, Gardeners Rd, Bentleigh East, Mel Ref: 77K1
Enquiries and/or bookings to Intake: on 9575 5322
Bookings essential RSVP by 20 November 2009

All are welcome to attend.

Supported by: Bentleigh Bayside Prostrate Cancer Partners Support Group

In Her Eyes: Self Esteem, Body Image and Self Acceptance for your child or teenager
Reach Out Mental Health and Direction Exploring are proud to present a workshop where you can learn tools and strategies to help increase your child’s self esteem and self acceptance and fight the challenges of body image. The workshop will leave you with greater awareness and insight into the struggles that your children may be facing, while similarly, leaving you feel more empowered and confident to be able to help them fight their challenges.

Workshop Details:
Date: Wednesday 25th November
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
Location: 3 Stanley Ave Cheltenham
Bookings are essential (see flyer for more information and registration details)

Telephone Groups for Men with Advanced Prostate Cancer
People with cancer often find it helpful to talk with others who have been through a similar experience. Now you can join a confidential telephone group and talk from the privacy of your own home. For more information, click here.

Active Ageing Network Practitioner Forum
In conjunction with the Office of Senior Victorians, YMCA Victoria has established and is managing the Active Ageing Network (AAN) in partnership with Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria to work with key stakeholders to support the sector to increase the number, range and capacity of evidence-based and sustainable physical activity programs for older people, particularly from disadvantaged groups and in areas of disadvantage.

Active Ageing Network Practitioner Forum
Where: The Abbotsford Convent
When: Wednesday 11 November 2009
Time: 10 am – 4 pm (Registrations from 9:30am)
Cost: $15.00 per person, including GST
Please note, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided.
Bookings are essential (see flyer for more information and registration details)

Self-Help Meditation Group
A program is being offered by Bentleigh Bayside Communtiy Health which aims to develop peace of mind through meditation techniques. Commencing on Friday 16th October, more details can be found here.

Youth Centred Programs
Kingston Youth Health are running a wide variety of programs aimed at young people. Covering many areas of interest and need, programs on offer include Youth networks, live music production and promotion, book club, Outdoor Adventure Leadership Program, parenting and more. For more details click here.

Supermarket Shopping Tours for people withType 2 Diabetes
Bentleigh Bayside Community Health Service in partnership with Diabetes Australia, is running SUPERMARKET TOURS in 2009 to help make food shopping easier. For more information click here

Walking Group
Stepping Out walking group in Bentleigh East. Every Wednesday morning. For more information please click here.

Arthritis Victoria Education and Training Calendar 2009 is now available.
For further information on Arthritis Victoria’s education and training programs including application forms and details on fees and payment, please contact Kerrie Giannakidis Coordinator, Training and Quality on (03) 8531 8017 or 1800 011 041 (toll free) or email Kerrie.giannakidis@arthritisvic.gov.au

Graduate Diploma in Health Promotion
The University of the Sunshine Coast are offering a Graduate Diploma in Health Promotion either on-line or on campus. For more information click here

Wellbeing Courses
For a list of sessions in the Wellbeing Series click here. These information sessions are open to anyone with an interest in mental health. Gold coin donation please. Please register by calling on 9585 5677 or emailing reception@smha.org.au

Middle South Primary Mental Health Team's calendar for Mental Health Training 2009
To view a Calendar of training for 2009 click here
For a registration form click here

Lung Health Promotion Centre at the Alfred
The Lung Health Promotion Centre is unique in Australia and offers quality objective programs to health professionals in lung disease management. The Lung Health Promotion Centre at The Alfred is offering a number of education programs for 2009. These courses are for health professionals such as nurses, physios and GP's. For more information click here