Headspace Colac

Meet our Mood Monsters!

We had such a fun day at the Colac Kids Festival, getting creative and making our very own Mood Monsters! 💚

Just like us, every monster was a little different. Some were happy, some were worried, some were silly, some were angry, and some were feeling a bit of everything!

Our Mood Monsters were a fun reminder that we all experience lots of different emotions, and however you’re feeling, you don’t have to figure it out alone. There’s always someone you can talk to who will listen. 💚

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by, got creative and brought their Mood Monster to life. We loved seeing all your wonderful creations!

💙 Have you supported a young person through their mental health journey?

We want to hear from you!

Our Family & Friends Reference Group is NOW OPEN and we’re inviting family members, carers and support people to help shape better services for young people and their families.

✨ Share your experience
🤝 Help shape services, programs and resources
💡 Have your say & share ideas

Meet quarterly, either online or in person, with flexible opportunities to get involved.

Your experience matters. Help us make a difference. 💙

📍 Colac Otway region
🔗Register your interest: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XFKQNDP
📩 Get in touch with our centre to find out more or join the group!

Today is RUOK? Day💛
A national day to remind us to check in with one another and start conversations.

Ask R U OK? - whether that's today, tomorrow or Any Day.

If you require urgent Mental Health Assistance, please call 000 or present to your closest emergency department.
If you are looking for other mental health support, please call:
- Colac Youth & Adult Mental Health Team: 1300 763 254
- Barwon Child & Youth Triage (24/7): 1300 094 187
- eheadspace: (open 9am-1am) 1800 650 890
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Book an appointment with your regular GP

Tuning Into Teens - Registrations Now Open

Tuning in to Teens is a free six-week program designed to help parents and carers strengthen their connection with their teenager through emotionally intelligent parenting.

The program explores practical strategies to help you:
💙 Better understand and manage your teen's emotions
🗣️ Strengthen communication and relationships
🤝 Stay connected during challenging moments
🌱 Build resilience, problem-solving skills and healthy habits

📍 Where: headspace Colac
📅 When: Tuesday's, 13 October – 17 November 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
💲 Cost: Free

If you're looking to build a stronger, more positive relationship with your teenager, this program is a fantastic opportunity.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer, visit the link below or click the link in our bio to register.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/89HRNFS

Swipe to see the amazing events in Colac over the next few months 📸☕️💃🏽🎧 To register visit www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/Youth-Events

Call Out 📣 Research Participants Needed

If this is something you would like to be a part of visit the link below!

https://q.surveys.unimelb.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_bEO9eZe62fBmQU6?Q_CHL=qr

Save these ideas to spice up your weekend plans🧘‍♂️🎨🌻

📝🌿An opportunity for families – Partners in Parenting Program (PiP)

🌟In partnership with Monash University, headspace is offering an evidence-based online parenting program designed to help parents and carers build skills and confidence in supporting their high school-aged young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

💡PiP covers common parenting challenges including communication, managing strong emotions, boundaries, conflicts and staying involved in your young person's life while they navigate their independence.

💚For more information or to express your interest, visit p2p.partnersinparenting.com.au