Northern Health is hosting its third WellAhead open day, a free event encouraging people to relax with wellbeing, reflective and creative activities.
The event coincides with Chinese New Year, and guides attendees through traditional Chinese health and other gentle practices to feel renewed.
Northern Health cancer services wellbeing program officer Mike Masilamani said the event is designed for those navigating a cancer journey, supporting a loved one, or facing mental health challenges.
“We want to expose more people to the idea of wellbeing, particularly when integrating back into society [after medical treatments].”
The WellAhead open day originally was created just for cancer patients and survivors, but now anyone interested in selfcare and wellbeing is encouraged to join.
“We are opening it to anyone in the community… not just Northern Health patients.
“It has grown from six attendees the first time, to 11 or 12 last year, we are hoping for even more this year.”
The event opens with Qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that harmonises breath and movement to restore balance.
Other highlights include deep breathing and guided meditation, as well as a sound bath experience.
You can also get creative with card making and learn more about wellbeing with a forum and community lunch.
The event is running from 10.30am on February 20 at Whittlesea U3A, 34 Robert Street, Lalor, where and attendees can join the activities that speak to them.
To see the full itinerary and fill out the consent form contact wellahead@nh.org.au or call 0452 476 665 before February 13.
