GREEK ORTHODOX COMMUNITY OF NSW LTD
  

The Welfare Department of the Greek Orthodox Community of NSW held an Information and Awareness Seminar as part of Mental Health Week 2009.
The event which was held on Tuesday 6th October at the Greek Community Club at Lakemba saw a large number of participants listen to Greek speakers representing various organizations and services, including: Antonia Kapsalis- Transcultural Mental Health, Vivi Koutsounadis- Greek Orthodox Community of NSW Welfare Convenor, Vicky Mylona- Rockdale Community Health, Mahi Koutzoumis Dunne- Greek Orthodox Community NSW Welfare Department, Mary Petropoulou- Greek Mature Aged Support Group of Dolls Point, and Tasoula Akritidou- Yoga Instructor.
Topics addressed on the day were: Social/Emotional Well being, Stress Management/Coping Skills, Stigma, Participating in Groups, and Yoga and Relaxation Techniques.
Participants, speakers and Welfare Department staff were privileged to take part in basic yoga and relaxation techniques shown on the day by Ms Akritidou.
The event culminated with a performance by popular Greek Australian entertainer Matthew Dunne, prior to light lunch and refreshments being served.
The Welfare department Staff received much positive feedback and are looking forward to hosting such events again in the future.
The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW Welfare Department would like to thank all those who participated on the day, the Guest Speakers and the Mental Health Association of NSW for making the event possible.