Royal Far West School

Telephone02 9977 2452

Emailroyalfarwe-s.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Wellbeing

DoE NSW Wellbeing website provides the regulations, guidelines and support materials for parents with regard to school attendance and wellbeing support at school.  There are many pathways and programs to support student wellbeing. 

The Butterfly Foundation  provides support for eating eating disorders and body image issues.

Here are a lot of other useful websites:

Siblings Australia is a national organisation committed to enhancing the wellbeing of siblings of children and adults with special needs including disabilities, chronic illness and mental health issues. 

Reach Out is a website for young people going through tough times.

Beyond Blue is a national initiative helping people of all ages cope with depression.

Raising Children Network is a great site for parents. Covers newborns to teens. Great resources, video clips, easy to read information. Sponsored by the Australian Government.

The Black Dog Institute offers online tools and apps to support mental health for students and families.

Free fact sheets are available for

  • Depression
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Wellbeing
  • Seeking help