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Wellbeing for defence families, veteran families and war widows. Wellbeing activity wrap.

Wellbeing activities starting off the new year

With all of 2024’s new ideas and recommendations for future wellbeing activities, our Wellbeing Program has been able to kick off the new year with a variety of fun activities that range from play and bonding to reflection and self care. Take a look at a couple of activities that were held recently and how […]

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Understanding the role of a carer, war widows and veteran families

Understanding the role of a carer

What defines a carer and how can you determine if you are one?  If you are providing ongoing support to a loved one whether a spouse, parent, friend or relative, you may be a carer, even if you don’t yet identify with that label. Many people gradually take on caregiving responsibilities without even realising. If

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Wellbeing events for defence families, veteran families, families of veterans and war widows.

Wellbeing programs recent events

What’s been happening in our Social Work and Wellbeing Program Our Social Work and Wellbeing Program has had many activities in the last couple months to wrap up the year, bringing together war widows, defence and veteran families to foster connection, creativity and calm. From restorative yoga to festive photoshoots, each event has been a

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Navigating resentment and forgiveness for veteran families, defence families, war widows

Navigating resentment and forgiveness

A guide to understanding resentment for families impacted by defence service Veteran families face unique challenges due to the demands of military life, which often leads to feelings of resentment. Resentment can arise from experiences of frequent relocations, prolonged absences, limited support systems, career and financial sacrifices, increased caregiving responsibilities, and a lack of recognition.

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Governments response to the Royal Commissions Final Report

Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s Final Report

A step forward, but more needs to be done On Monday, 2 December 2024, the Australian Government released its response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide’s Final Report. While the government has agreed to many of the Commission’s recommendations, including the establishment of a Veteran Wellbeing Agency within DVA, more needs to

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Veteran family, families of veterans support. Social connection for veteran families.

The power of social connection for veteran families

Social connections importance for defence and veteran families For defence and veteran families, the power of social connection is evident in their journey of resilience. Defence life can bring unique challenges, even long after service. Frequent relocations, long deployments, the caring journey and emotional toll of carrying the load at home can bring about stress

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