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Mental health support following the Bondi attack

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Program/Course - to promote improved wellbeing

STARTTS - The OPICT Program

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About this service

The Older Person’s in Cultural Transition (OPICT) program is a 7-week program to help older men and women from a refugee background (and the same language group) meet, support one another and discuss issues of concern such as staying healthy and safe.

This service may help:

  • Support one another and discuss issues of concern
  • Understand ageing in a different culture
  • Understanding Australia’s aged care system

Cost

Free

Age group

60 years and over

Availability

Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5pm

Duration

7-week program

Engagement

Supported by a trained provider