Women’s Health Matters

Spring is the perfect time to reset our health and wellbeing goals as many participants in our free Women’s Wellbeing in Motion program discovered.

Since launching on 29 August 2025, our series of information sessions have helped women of all ages and cultural backgrounds to practice self-care.

Positive vibes

When the first talk was held at Amici House on the topic of ‘Emotional Wellbeing as You Age’ everyone explored the required changes to help them align with healthy ageing.

Our top tip is: Emotional wellbeing starts with staying socially connected by making an effort to spend time with friends and family and engage in activities you enjoy.

This may include activities in your culture that make you feel good remembering that regular contact with family and friends combats loneliness and improves mood.

Another crucial strategy is to maintain physical health through exercise, a balanced diet, practicing mindfulness, respecting routines and getting enough sleep.

Physical exercise

Physical health was also the focus of the second talk in September, which explored the topic ‘Osteoporosis and Bone Health’. Our physiotherapist recommended regular exercise to combat the effects of ageing e.g. stiffer joints and loss of bone density.

Importantly, everyone learned that regular weight-bearing, strength or resistance training and balance exercises can support your bone health, improve bone strength and reduce the rate of bone loss.

Most importantly exercise can keep your joints mobile and flexible, which helps to reduce the risk of falls.

Partnerships with NCQ

Our Women’s Wellbeing in Motion program is funded by Neighbourhood Centres Qld (NCQ) & Qld Women and Girls’ Health Promotion. Our next session will be providing tips on maintaining a healthy heart.