Holstep Health

17/09/2026

Love connecting with older adults and making a difference? We are looking for friendly and caring volunteers in Brunswick!

Join us at our Volunteer Expo to meet the team, see what we do and discover how you can get involved.
✨ Support our social programs
🎨 Get creative with arts, cooking and music
🚌 Join outings, activities and special events
💬 Share meaningful conversations and companionship

You can also check out beautiful arts and crafts created by our participants and see some of the activities they enjoy in our senior social groups.
📅 10.30am - 1.30pm, Wednesday 21 October
📍 382–386 Moreland Rd, Brunswick West

Come along and say hello – we’d love to meet you!

Find out more: 9386 3575 or https://loom.ly/frTy62c

15/09/2026

“Happiest day of my life.”

Chris is a father of three and a carer for his youngest son, Jude.

In this video, he shares his experience of caring for a child with Autism and ADHD, and reflects on the difference the support he has received through Carer Gateway has made.

Watch the emotional full video here: https://loom.ly/qhclj7w

14/09/2026

Over 65 years? Join us for our Grand Final Breakfast! Come along for a fun morning of great food, good company and plenty of footy spirit. Wear your favourite team’s colours, scarf, hat or guernsey and get into the excitement!

This Friday 18 September in Brunswick West!

Book now: https://loom.ly/mSX_Ic8

Seniors! Come along for a fun morning of great food, good company and plenty of footy spirit.

12/09/2026

Is your little one a fussy eater? Mealtimes can be challenging when your child only wants a few favourite foods. You’re not alone! Join us for practical tips to help you:

🥕 Take the pressure out of mealtimes
🍓 Encourage your child to try new foods
🍽️ Build positive eating habits

Bring your child along to enjoy Storytime, craft and afternoon tea, plus the chance to chat with staff about support to help your child prepare for kindergarten.

📅 Tuesday 22 September |⏰ 1:30pm - 3pm | 📍 Coburg Library, corner of Victoria Street and Louisa Street, Coburg VIC 3058

Register here: https://loom.ly/3n6wbrU

In partnership with Merri-bek Libraries

Join us for a fun hangout where Holstep Health Dietitians share tips and tasty tricks.

11/09/2026

We have our winners!

Our Young Carer Art Competition has wrapped up, and boy, we were just so we impressed.

From March to July this year, we asked carers aged 25 or under to get creative and send us their artwork. We received over 100 incredible entries from young carers across Victoria, each sharing their caring experience through art.

After a very tough judging process, the results are in. Click the link to see all the winning entries across each age category – https://loom.ly/cfQLt-o

To everyone who took part – we can’t thank you enough. We’re so grateful for the time, effort and creativity that went into every submission.

10/09/2026

A simple question can open the door to a conversation that matters. Today on R U OK? Day, we’re reminding each other to check in, listen without judgement and make space for honest conversations about mental health.

Our teams marked the day in different ways – from building confidence in supportive conversations, to sharing a cupcake and simply taking the time to ask a colleague, “Are you OK?”

We were also inspired by the women in our Living Well Group, who created a group painting to reflect on what World Su***de Prevention Day means to them.

If someone’s on your mind, trust your instinct and ask: “Are you OK?” You don’t need all the answers. Sometimes, being there is enough.

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09/09/2026

It was a privilege to visit Parliament House today and meet with the Victorian Minister for Carers, Volunteers and Youth, Luba Grigorovitch MP.

Our CEO and Executive Director of Client Services highlighted the often invisible role carers play in their families and communities. Did you know? We provide carer services to over 17,000 people across Victoria each year, with 5,000 of these being young carers.

Thank you to the Minister and her team for taking the time to learn more about our work and the communities we support. Read more about carer support available: https://loom.ly/tI3sqIc

07/09/2026

The team at 3081 Angels do fabulous work supporting families in need in the local community, if you have any of the following good available to donate, contact the team or learn more about what they do: https://www.holstephealth.org.au/services/financial-and-material-support/the-3081-angels/

💗 DONATIONS NEEDED FOR FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY 💗

We are currently seeking donations of good-quality, clean and safe baby and children’s items to support families who are doing it tough.

We are especially looking for:

👗 Girls’ clothing– sizes 2, 3 & 4
👶 Newborn, 00 & 000 sleeping bags & swaddles
🍼 Baby bouncers
🚼 Prams – single & double
🛏️ Bassinets
🛌 Cots
🚗 Car seats & Capsules

If you have any of these items that your family has outgrown and you no longer need, we would be incredibly grateful for your donation. ❤️

Every donation, big or small, can make a real difference to a family in need.

📩 Please send us a message if you have items to donate or would like to find out more.

Thank you so much for supporting our community and helping families who need a little extra help. 🙏💗

06/09/2026

It's . This year's theme, Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action, reminds us that keeping children and young people safe is everyone's responsibility. Join the conversation this week and think about what action you can take, big or small, to help children thrive!

Get involved: https://loom.ly/CAujjyw
Find out more about child and family support available: https://loom.ly/vvis7qc

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03/09/2026

Have you heard about ASSIST, Australia’s new national social security helpline for community workers?

Our Social Security Right’s Victoria service is proud to join ASSIST as Victoria’s specialist social security service.

If you’re a community worker supporting someone with a social security issue, ASSIST can provide information, support and guidance to help you navigate the system.

Call 1800 379 604
Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm

Learn more at assisthelpline.org.au

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