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Lifting the Lid on mental health

Merri Health proudly stepped out to support mental health awareness , research and local services in partnership with Moreland Rotary ’ s Lift the Lid
Walk in October .
The walk raises funds for mental health research , builds awareness of supports available and helps break down stigma associated with mental ill health .
As a community health provider , we support local community initiatives , and we were proud to be a silver sponsor of the walk .
Merri Health staff at the Lift the Lid Walk in Merri-bek .
“ Mental health is an integral part of our health and wellbeing . We need to look after ourselves and each other and walks like this remind us to do that .”
Carolyn Wallace Merri Health General Manager , Family and Community

You before Covid vs You now

In the ‘ Before Covid Time ’ were you busy ? Did you go out to lunch without much thought except avoiding traffic and getting a park ? Did you invite your friends along with you ? Did you go shopping in an actual physical place on a regular basis ? Did you go to a gym ?
We work with people aged 50-64 to link them into their communities and the services they need to live meaningful , independent lives .
If this sounds like the right fit for you or someone you know , email now to discuss how we can support you : LivingWellAgeingWell @ merrihealth . org . au
Find out more : http :// bit . ly / 3VPhoI8
Do you do that now ?
For many people , the answer is ‘ No , Nein , Non ’.
Our Living Well , Ageing Well program is available to help you find and join social groups to connect with your community and learn more about active and healthy ageing with fun education sessions .
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