Members asked for links to key information in a number of sessions. This information will be posted here.

Dying with Dignity-https://www.dwdv.org.au/

The purpose of Dying With Dignity Victoria is to relieve distress, helplessness and suffering for Victorians with untreatable, painful or terminal illnesses. We continue to encourage all Victorians to complete an Advance Care Directive, and provide specific education and advice in this regard. See https://www.dwdv.org.au/our-services/

Osteoarthritis – https://gladaustralia.com.au

What is GLA:D Australia?
GLA:D®, Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark, is an education and exercise program developed by researchers in Denmark for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis symptoms.
Research from the GLA:D® program in Australia shows an average pain reduction of 36%, reduced analgesic consumption, reduction in perceived need for surgery, and clinically meaningful improvement in joint confidence.
GLA:D® Education and exercises provided can be applied to everyday activities, ensuring participants develop skills to self-manage their osteoarthritis. By strengthening and improving confidence with exercise, participants develop better capacity to become or stay active, prevent symptom progression and reduce pain.

Nature and the History of Melbourne

For Dr Gary Presland’s book ‘The Place for a Village: How nature has shaped the city of Melbourne’ see https://museumsvictoria.com.au/publications/history-and-technology/the-place-for-a-village-how-nature-has-shaped-the-city-of-melbourne/

First Nations Life and Culture

For Dr Gary Presland’s book ‘First People: The Eastern Kulin of Melbourne, Port Phillip & Central Victoria’ see https://museumsvictoria.com.au/publications/first-peoples-books/first-people-the-eastern-kulin-of-melbourne-port-phillip-central-victoria/