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Now is the time to do things differently and work out what is important for your household. See our tips on how to share the load. #TogetherForRespectAtHome

Maintaining meaningful and respectful relationships during difficult times can bring joy and positivity into our lives. See the tips in this post for more ideas around staying connected. #TogetherForRespectAtHome

It is okay to feel a bit overwhelmed, stressed or anxious right now. One of the best things you can do is to look after your mental health. #TogetherForRespectAtHome have come up with some simple strategies that you can use to support your wellbeing.

This is a difficult time for all of us. We are all in this together. Now is the time to be a caring, respectful and supportive partner in your home. Violence is not the answer. Choose respect. #TogetherForRespectAtHome

Need help finding healthy food in Casey, Cardinia and Greater Dandenong? This resource provides valuable information to community members on how to source healthy food during the COVID-19 pandemic and into the future. ow.ly/rsOr30qxD1u

Everyone has the right to feel safe and be respected in their own home and live free from family violence. If you or someone you know needs support, we are here for you. #TogetherForRespectAtHome

For people looking for support, Ask Izzy can help them to find the services they need, now and nearby, including housing, meals, healthcare, counselling, legal advice, addiction treatment etc. askizzy.org.au

Understanding the many challenges that we are facing right now, your local organisations have partnered together to develop a series of posts that promote ways to stay safe, healthy, connected and respectful while at home. #TogetherForRespectAtHome

The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute has launched some great resources to help you ‘Keep It Moving!’ Click here ow.ly/SpRR30qxCS4 for some simple exercises which can be done in a home office, kitchen or living room.

Staying informed and up to date with vital health information when English is not your first language, can be difficult. That’s why SBS developed the SBS Multilingual Coronavirus Portal, providing news and information about COVID-19, in over 60 languages. ow.ly/5dCS30qAWHV

A phone call each day to check that you’re OK! This Red Cross initiative can provide a daily telephone call to check on people who live alone and are at risk of an accident or illness that may go unnoticed. ow.ly/jh9V30qxCSA

Need some help connecting with family and friends during isolation? Enliven have created a great resource to help you connect via WhatsApp. Please click here to view the guide- ow.ly/aD0030qxCMr

Beyond Blue is building a dedicated COVID-19 Mental Health Support Service in response to the growing demand for mental health support as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. The service will offer free counselling by mental health professionals 24/7. ow.ly/nnLA30qxWVM

Australia Post has teamed up with the Pharmacy Guild of Australia to deliver medication and other essential supplies via a contactless pharmacy home delivery service for free to vulnerable patients. ow.ly/k3wp30qxCR4

Looking to spread some kindness? #ViralKindness is a hub for the community care groups springing up across the country to support people in need or in self-isolation during the coronavirus crisis. Check out viralkindness.org.au for more information.

Do you feel like talking with someone? FriendLine is for anyone who needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. All conversations with FriendLine are casual and anonymous and our friendly volunteers are ready to talk about anything and everything. friendline.org.au

How are you? Monash University is inviting people to complete this anonymous 30 minute survey to help develop an understanding of how the community are feeling about the recent COVID-19 restrictions and the impact on people’s mental health. ow.ly/t7r630qvTgs

As life as we know it changes and physical interaction is limited, being active is more important than ever. Even 10 minutes of movement a day can help your body and mind feel better. ow.ly/iwAa50z5XVL

Today is Neighbour Day - Australia’s annual celebration of community, encouraging people to connect with their neighbourhood. Given the current challenges, we encourage everyone to find other ways to engage with their neighbours that may not be face-to-face. #NeighbourDay #ND2020

There has been a change to the International Women’s Day event tonight featuring the fabulous Clare Bowditch. The event will no longer be held at Avila College but will instead be livestreamed via the Monash website - ow.ly/9EZW30qqV0S #IWD2020 @cityofmonash