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February 2020 Newsletter ICN.1274

“We respectfully acknowledge the Yorta Yorta Nation as the traditional Owners of the land of the communities that the Njernda Aboriginal Corporation service”

MEDICAL RECEPTION HEALTH TV

Here at the Njernda Medical Centre we are always looking at ways to improve how we deliver programs and information to our community. Over the coming months you will see an increase in our social media presence and the introduction of many new avenues to ensure you are all kept up to date with what’s going on. Upon entering the reception area at Njernda Medical Centre the first thing you will notice is the addition of privacy blinds, these not only reduce the amount of heat but also creates a more relaxed ambience. Once you take a seat you will notice we have installed a large TV on the wall to enable us to provide up to date information on what we offer as a health service and events we have coming up. Your waiting experience is one we take seriously and feel we are now offering a more culturally friendly environment.

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Medical Reception Health TV Front Page

Njernda Medical (715 Health Check) (Appointment Reminder) Page 3

CHSP or Aged Care Packages Support Page 4

Cooking Classes Page 5

Koori Arts & Craft Market Page 6 -7

Art Yarn Program Page 8

Beat the Boondah Page 9

Community Meeting to discuss Gym Proposal Page 10

Coles Indigenous Employment Opportunities Page 11

Berrimba Vacancies in the 3-5yr room Page 12

Njernda Services Page 12-14

Our Vision Page 15

How to Find Us Page 16

Artwork by: Children of Berrimba Childcare Centre

Inside This Issue

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation appreciates the continued support of the Community

If you would prefer the Newsletter or any other Njernda

correspondence emailed to you please email your name to

membersmailout@njernda.com.au

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NJERNDA MEDICAL

Could all patients please report to Reception so you can be checked in.

If you are 10 minutes late for your appointment you will not been seen and you will need to re-book your appointment for another time.

REMINDER

715 HEALTH CHECK Have you booked in for your 715 Health Check?

A 715 Health Check includes an assessment of the patient’s physical, psychological and social wellbeing. Key elements will include: Information collection Overall assessment of the patient

Recommending appropriate follow up care

Advice and information to the patient

A record of the assessment Providing the patient, or their carer, with a copy of the assessment and

follow up plan. A Practice Nurse, Aboriginal Health Worker or Aboriginal Health Practitioner may assist with initial tests and medical history. A General Practitioner delivers the final assessment and recommends appropriate follow up care

A $20.00 Gift card is given to each patient who undertakes a Health Check.

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CHSP OR AGED CARE PACKAGES SUPPORT Are you over 50 years , of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and need some assistance to be able to stay living at home? There is a new way to register and request an assessment to see what supports you may be eligible for. A new online form is available on the My Aged Care website that allows you or someone acting on your behalf to register with My Aged Care The form can be completed in your own time as an alternative to calling the My Aged Care contact centre on 1800 200 422. Visit the My Aged Care website go to https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/assessmentfor more information and the form to apply for an assessment. If this seems a bit complicated call Janice Day mobile 0403 124 174 about arranging for an aged care assessment. Aged Care Services that keep me well and independent

Services that keep me safe in my home

Services that keep me connected with my community

Meals and other food services

Pre-made meals and help with food preparation

Personal care Help with showering, self-care, hygiene and grooming

Nursing Help with medicines, telehealth support

Allied health and ther-apy services

Health and therapy services e.g. podiatry and occupational therapy

Specialised support Help for people with a particular condition e.g. vision, dementia

Respite care Care for you while your carer takes a break

Domestic assistance Help with basic chores around the house

Home maintenance Help with keeping your home and garden safe

Home modifications Changes to your home to improve safety and access e.g. ramps and

Goods, equipment and assistive

Items to help you get around or adapt e.g. walking frame, shower chair

Social support Contact and company with others e.g. social groups

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COOKING

CLASSES

YOU’RE INVITED TO JOIN HEALTHY

MUMS AND BUBS COOKING CLASSES

EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 11AM ~ 2PM

AT NJERNDA TRAINING ROOM KITCHEN.

Please call

Renee on

54806252 if you

would to attend

and/or if you

need transport.

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Njernda Aboriginal Corporation will be holding our Ninth Koori Arts and Crafts Market in Echuca

on April 11th, 2020

The purpose of this market is to:

To celebrate and promote local indigenous arts and culture

To provide an opportunity for local aboriginal artists to showcase their skills in traditional arts, craft, music, dance

To provide an opportunity for indigenous and non-indigenous people to come together to bridge the gap and promote reconciliation

To create an opportunity for the local aboriginal people to sell their work and create income

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EASTER SATURDAY April 11th, 2020

10AM-3PM HOPWOOD GARDENS, ECHUCA

Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony by Uncle Rick Ronnan

Come join us for a unique cultural experience

Aboriginal Art Aboriginal Artefacts

Aboriginal Jewellery Live Music Performances

Cultural Display Cultural Performance

Traditional Food Traditional Face Painting

Art/Crafts Workshop Traditional Games

Giant Jumping Castle Health Promotion

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THE ART YARN PROGRAM Will be held every Thursday from

10am - 1pm Njernda Medical Meeting Room

The Program will run over 10 weeks and at the end of the program we will exhibit the artwork created and one will be chosen as the new logo for Njernda’s Wellbeing Unit. The Program will be lead by Neva Takele, so come along and learn different styles of art while having a yarn. All materials are supplied along with a feed. If you are interested in participating, please contact Neva Takele on 0428 594 394 or you can put your name down at Medical Reception.

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The program includes:

• Dopamine & smoking

• Smokerlyzer testing (Carbon monoxide levels in the lungs and blood)

• Fagerstrom Assessment for Nicotine Dependence

• Chemicals in a Cigarette

• Methods to help you quit

• Avoiding triggers

• Stages of Change

• Health benefits

• Weight gain when quitting

• DVD – Re-write your story (Daniel’s Story)

• Quitline Referrals

Beat the Boondah is a 1 hour quit/reduce smoking support group that is delivered across the whole Riverina area.

The program is designed to assist Indigenous people who are wishing to reduce/

quit smoking or would just like the tools and information for future attempts.

Njernda Medical Centre

Monday, 23rd March 2020

Session 1

11.00am – 12.00pm

Break for BBQ Lunch

Session 2

12.30pm – 1.30pm

Limited numbers: 20 per session

Contact:

Keith Hearn

Health Promotion Worker

Phone: 03) 5480 6252

Beat the Boondah

Each participant will receive a Beat the Boondah shirt following the program.

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Community Meeting to discuss

the Gym proposal

Where Njernda Medical Centre 84 Hare street Echuca

When Friday 28th February

Time Session 1: 4.00pm—5.00pm Session 2: 5.00pm—6.00pm Session 3: 6.00pm—7.00pm

The purpose of the meeting is to: ∞ Introduce Mick Cannon from Inspired Health ∞ Discuss the partnership being formed ∞ Present the overall proposal to community ∞ Involve and encourage open discussions ∞ Answer any questions or concerns

On conclusion of each session we will take a vote which will assist in determining if the gym will be moved into town

Light dinner and refreshments provided

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The Opportunity Coles are currently looking for Indigenous Trade qualified bakers for a number of positions at our Echuca store. If you are interested in a career with Coles and would like to be considered, please complete the online application.

Eligibility

• Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander descent

• Good attitude and character

• Weekend shifts will be rostered on a rotating basis

• Willing to learn new skills

• Reliable & committed worker

• Are capable to multi-task and must have good time management skills

• Coles online drivers will require a CLEAN police check and driving check

• Liquorland candidates will require a CLEAN police check and RSA

• Some positions may require qualifications such as Baker and Butcher – please refer to job description online ALL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION FORM - PLEASE DO NOT SEND CV’S Online application Instructions: Go to www.coles.com.au or click on the link(s) below

• Click on the job search icon at the top of the page

• Enter the job No.

• Read the job add for further information Click apply and fill in the required details Direct Link: https://search.colescareers.com.au/cw/en/job/658188

Online profile tips

• Continue to check email and online profile for messages from Coles

• Once an email is received stating applicant has been successful applicant must then log onto Coles online profile and select an interview time

• Must always selected weekend availability – roster will be rotating weekends

• Must tick the box stating they are an Australian Citizen

• Must tick the box stating they are Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander

• Make sure when completing the online application their preferences match the job requirements for example, selecting FT, and availability – Failure to match to the above criteria will result in the application being deemed not suitable. When prompted to upload resume, also upload copies of TFN, Bank details, Photo ID, Birth certificate or passport

Helpful information

• TFN, Bank details, Photo ID, Birth cert or passport are all required for the individuals to commence employment if successful

• Write down the password for the online profile, as resetting can take some time

Coles is the largest employer of Indigenous Australians

Job title Brand Department Work

Type No. of

vacancies Job No. Application

closing date

Trade Qualified Baker Coles Bakery Full time 2 2658188 17th Feb 2019

colescareers.com.au

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NJERNDA MEDICAL

Njernda Family Services offers the following Services/Programs to Community

Intake & Assessment Stronger Families Family Service Worker Kinship Care & Case Contracting Aboriginal Family Led Decision Maker Foster Care Recruitment Domestic Violence Worker

Podiatrist Financial Counselor Psychiatrist Maternal & Child Health Nurse Diabetes Educator Optometry Audiologist Speech Therapist Wound Clinic

Asthma Clinic Ante Natal Clinic Health Assessments Immunisation Program Women’s Health / Sexual Health Pap Tests Diabetes screening / Educator Maternity Program care. HACC Services

Regular health checks and early presentation to a doctor when any symptoms of changes in your body occurs are essential as part of preventative .

Njernda Medical offers a free $20.00 Wish Card or T Shirt upon completion of all Health Assessments

Njernda Aboriginal Medical Centre participates in the Indigenous Health Incentive. We encourage your right to participate in the decision about your health care. Services are offered in:

NJERNDA FAMILY SERVICE UNIT

NJERNDA WELLBEING UNIT The following Services/Programs are offered at the Wellbeing Unit Drug & Alcohol Workers x 2 Bringing Them Home Worker Social, Emotional Wellbeing Worker Dual Diagnosis Worker Counsellors x 2 Psychiatric Nurse visit every Tuesday

Berrimba has vacancies in the 3-5 year old room To enrol please come in to see

Leona or Sharnie

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NJERNDA SERVICES Rights & Responsibilities

Njernda’s programs operate using a Charter of Rights and Responsibilities.

• Some of your rights include:

• The quality of service you can expect • Your right to an advocate

• Your right to privacy

• The process for accessing your information

• Informed consent

• Feedback processes

• Complaints, appeals and allegations

• Interpreters and translation

• Your right to be free from abuse, neglect, and violence

• For further information on any of these topics including procedures, please speak to your case manager or program manager.

Compliments & Complaints If you wish to lodge a compliment or complaint regarding your service delivery, please discuss this with your case manager, receptionist, or program manager who will direct you on how this is done. Alternatively please feel free to leave suggestions in the ‘suggestion box’ located in each facility.

Client Survey We value your feedback as this helps us identify any issues and make quality improvements to our programs. Your program staff may ask you to complete a survey and are able to assist you to complete this. Thank you for taking the time to complete surveys and helping us improve.

Njernda’s Environment Our aim is to promote the health and well being of all staff, patients and others whilst they are on our premises. Smoking is not permitted within 10 metres of:

all Njernda Aboriginal Corporation buildings and vehicles

air vents, entrances or exits of work sites that are in full view of the public. Should you need to smoke whilst at Njernda; we ask that you are not within 10 metres of our building and to

dispose of your butts thoughtfully. Please do not drop them on the grounds

Njernda’s Website Should you wish to make a Compliment/Complaint or to complete a survey, please log on to our website www.njernda.com.au. Our survey’s are located in the Forms & Survey’s tab.

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NJERNDA SERVICES

84 Hare Street, Echuca Vic 3564 Phone: 03 5480 6252 #1 Fax: 03 5480 6116

Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

Friday: 8.30am - 4pm

NJERNDA MEDICAL CENTRE

34 Annesley Street, Echuca Vic 3564 P.O. Box 201, Echuca Vic 3564

Phone: 03 5480 6252 #3 Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

Friday: 8.30am - 4pm

NJERNDA FAMILY SERVICES

307 High Street, Echuca Vic 3564 P.O. Box 201, Echuca Vic 3564

Phone: 03 5480 6252 #2 Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

Friday: 8.30am - 4pm

NJERNDA ADMINISTRATION

Murray Valley Hwy, Echuca Vic 3564 P.O. Box 201, Echuca Vic 3564

Phone: 03 5481 3100 Fax: 03 5480 9522 Hours of Operation

24 Hours / 7 Days per week

BAROONA YOUTH HEALING

P.O. Box 201, Echuca Vic 3564 Contact the Family Services Unit

Phone: 03 5480 6252 Hours of Operation

24 Hours / 7 Days per week

YAKAPNA

Annesley Street Echuca Vic 3564 Phone: 03 5480 6252 #3

Hours of Operation Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

Friday: 8.30am - 4pm

OUT OF HOME CARE

94 Hare Street, Echuca Vic 3564 P.O. Box 201, Echuca Vic 3564

Phone: 03 5480 6252 #5 Fax: 03 5480 2595 Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

Friday: 8.30am - 4pm

BERRIMBA CHILDCARE

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OUR VISION Empowering our Aboriginal Community

We believe that:

• As the first peoples of this country we have a right to recognition, respect and positive support for our culture, heritage and traditions.

• To keep our cultural traditions strong we need to have a powerful Aboriginal community. Njernda is a focus for Aboriginal identity and it must be strong enough to stand up for our rights, present our viewpoints and signal to Echuca that we exist and that we have a unique culture.

• Njernda has a responsibility to satisfy the needs of employment and culturally appropriate housing, education and health services for our Community within Echuca so far as funding and policy directions allow.

• Our children need to learn the power of their cultural heritage within our mob and from their Elders and families. We believe that children who develop their identity through their culture will be able to move in and out of non-Aboriginal society and achieve their aspirations without losing themselves in the process.

NJERNDA’S PURPOSE

At all times the Njernda Aboriginal Corporation will endeavour to:

• Compassion – welcoming and serving our community with understanding and without

judgement

• Empathy – establishing relationships based on respect, trust and friendship

• Advocacy – working to transform the causes of poverty and challenging the causes that

impact on our community

• Courage – encouraging cultural and spiritual growth, welcoming innovation and giving hope

NJERNDA’S VALUES

OUTCOMES • A proud, strong, healthy and resilient community, connected to country.

• Young people know who they are and where they come from, are healthy and have the

confidence to achieve what they want to achieve.

• Healthy, happy and supported families that are strong in spirit, identity and culture.

• An economically self-sufficient community empowered to participate in education, training,

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Our newsletters are available on our website www.njernda.com.au

Should you have an article for the next Newsletter,

please email it to Kristie KristieH@njernda.com.au

Njernda Services are delivered in a fair, equitable and transparent manner

HOW TO FIND US

Address: 34 Annesley Street, Echuca

Phone:

03 5480 6252 #3

Fax: 03 5482 4577

Website:

www.njernda.com.au

NJERNDA FAMILY SERVICE UNIT

Address: 84 –86 Hare Street, Echuca

Phone:

03 5480 6252 #1

Fax: 03 5480 6116

Website:

www.njernda.com.au

NJERNDA MEDICAL & WELLBEING UNIT