As Mental Health week comes this year, I think we are all much more aware of the ways that connection with other people, freedom to move and touch, and the predictable rhythms of life are part of wellbeing. The external threat of COVID-19, the internal threat it causes, and the loss of connection with loved ones have disrupted our lives … Read More
Food Safety, Nutrition and COVID-19 by Tania Logan, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator
5 Frequently asked questions about food safety, nutrition and COVID-19 FAQ 1: What are the risks when grocery shopping and what can I do to minimise these risks? Going to the supermarket to buy essentials is one of the few things we can still leave the house to do, and for many of us it is unavoidable. The biggest risk … Read More
Parenting During COVID-19 by Petronella Grobbelaar (Psychologist)
Parenting during this time of social isolation, uncertainty and online schooling is hard. It is natural to look for advice and information. Finding helpful information on parenting during this time on the internet can be challenging and overwhelming. So, we wanted to make it easy for parents and share all our favourite resources with you: The World Health Organisation has a … Read More
Cyclone COVID by Dr Johanna Lynch (GP Psychotherapist)
As our nation prepares for the waves of infections and the wider impact of COVID-19 on lives and livelihoods, I have been struck by a familiar feeling – it is as though we are battering down the hatches before a cyclone. Each cyclone season we have a few careful weather watchers in our home- they can see the wind patterns … Read More
Care and Support During Uncertain Times – COVID-19 by Shannon Moule (Clinical Psychologist)
Dear Zesty Community, I felt called to connect with our ZESTY community to acknowledge and assist during these uncertain times. We (Australians) have been through a lot so far this year: fires, floods and now COVID-19. It wouldn’t be surprising if you and other people around you are experiencing heightened levels of negative emotions right now. And it’s not surprising … Read More
COVID-19 Response
To all our valued clients, we just wanted to reassure you that we will be monitoring safe practice with regard to COVID-19 over the next few weeks and months as required. We join with others, seeking to take practical measures for prevention of spread of the virus in our community, and to seek to calm our anxieties in the midst … Read More