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Join us for a free workshop this Women’s Health Week

Thursday 10 September 2026 | 10am–11am
John Hardwick Community Hall, 19 Pether Road, Manning
Free morning tea provided and health checks
Hosted by Southcare’s Registered Nurses and Clinical Care team

Tickets are no charge but essential for catering purposes.

Register here

Your health deserves your attention — and understanding the conditions that can affect women differently is an important part of looking after yourself.

This Women’s Health Week, Southcare is inviting women in our community to join us for a Women, Wellness and Well-being Workshop, a free and empowering session exploring some of the health conditions and life changes that can have a significant impact on women.

Join us for a free health check and practical information on:

Heart attack – know the signs

Heart attacks can present differently in women, and the symptoms are not always as obvious as we might expect.

We’ll explore the signs to look out for, why it is important to act quickly and how understanding your heart health can help you take action when it matters.

Stroke – every minute matters

Knowing the warning signs of a stroke could help save a life.

We’ll look at the signs to recognise, including the importance of remembering FAST – Face, Arms, Speech, Time – and why getting urgent medical help is critical.

Alzheimer’s disease – understanding changes in memory

Forgetfulness can be a normal part of ageing, but some changes in memory, thinking or behaviour may be signs of something more.

We’ll talk about Alzheimer’s disease, what to look out for and why it is important to seek advice if you notice changes in yourself or someone you care about.

Coping with life changes

Our health is about more than our physical well-being.

As we move through life, we can experience significant changes, including bereavement, retirement, changing relationships, caring responsibilities, loneliness or other challenges that can affect how we feel.

We’ll explore ways to look after your emotional well-being and recognise when it might be time to reach out for support.

Come along, learn and connect

This friendly session is an opportunity to learn more about women’s health, ask questions and connect with others in your community in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Join us for a morning of information, empowerment, connection and practical knowledge to help you feel more confident about looking after your health and well-being.

Women, Wellness and Well-being
Thursday 10 September 2026
10am–11am
John Hardwick Community Hall
19 Pether Road, Manning
Free morning tea provided

Tickets are no charge but essential for catering purposes.

Register here

Or call 9450 6233 or marketing@southcare.org.au and we will register you.

Meet your presenters

  • Nicole Gardiner Quality and Clinical Risk Manager

    I focus on embedding robust quality and risk frameworks that support excellence in care delivery and ensure Southcare’s ongoing compliance with the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. I am a…

    I focus on embedding robust quality and risk frameworks that support excellence in care delivery and ensure Southcare’s ongoing compliance with the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

    I am a registered nurse with more than 20 years’ experience across aged care, operating theatres, emergency services, and volunteer work with St John Ambulance in remote WA and have held senior leadership roles in aged care, including residential facility management, home care support, quality and risk oversight, operations management, executive leadership, education, and service design.

    My passion is creating systems that empower teams to deliver seamless, participant-centred care while maintaining efficiency and uncompromised service quality.

    When I am not working, I enjoy diving, fishing, camping, and relaxing with a good book.

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  • Alana Thompson Senior Registered Nurse

    I am a registered nurse with 15 years’ experience in acute care nursing including emergency care, intensive care, coronary care and acute medical services and tertiary teaching. I have a…

    I am a registered nurse with 15 years’ experience in acute care nursing including emergency care, intensive care, coronary care and acute medical services and tertiary teaching. I have a passion for providing services to those in need and I really enjoy being able to provide care in the comfort of participants homes where they feel safe and protected. I love a collaborative teamwork approach within my own team as well as all other health professionals.

    I enjoy teaching and passing on my knowledge and skills to enhance best practice in the health care field.

    When I’m not working I enjoy gardening, camping, bush walking and spending time with family.

     

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Please note: this workshop provides general health and well-being information and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. If you have concerns about your health, speak with your GP or healthcare professional.

About Southcare

Southcare is a trusted, registered aged care provider in Perth, providing personalised in-home aged care services, community support and community connect programs that empower older adults to live their best life at home. Whether you’re seeking everyday assistance or specialised support at home, our caring hands and golden hearts are here when you need them most.  It’s your care, your way.

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