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City of Parramatta Libraries has partnered with Western Sydney Local Health District to share the latest health and wellbeing information for you and your family. |
Here you will find many resources, online programs and health tips to help and encourage a healthy lifestyle. Explore the following information for free NSW health programs, healthy tips and free workshops.
NSW Health service also offers free telephone based health coaching that can provide you with the support and motivation you need to reach your own healthy lifestyle goals.
Healthy snack and lunch ideas for children – online
Looking for information on providing healthy snacks and lunch ideas that kids will love?
This 20-minute presentation is for parents or carers and will provide a range of ideas and practical tips to inspire families with tasty options from each of the five core food groups.
Healthy and active for over 60s (online)
September is Health Month and this session encourages over 60s to stay well and independent.
If you are 60 and over, Spring into Health during Library Health Month and learn how to stay well and independent, keep active and improve your balance and strength.
Make Healthy Normal workouts
Spring into health - during this September we hope we can still keep healthy while following stay at home orders. Adding activity to our day is a big part of getting healthy. Start with one of the simple exercises you can do at home.
Watch Spring into Health - Core workout
Watch Spring into Health - Outdoor activities for beginners
Iso mocktails - a mocktail moment
A situation that causes stress and makes one think ‘I need a drink’.
Feeling like life right now has got you drinking more than usual? Why not make it a mocktail, with some delicious new creations made specifically for this age of social distancing and isolation.
Lifestyle and Well-being books
Our staff have compiled a list of eBooks and eAudio of lifestyle and wellbeing books to find inspiration towards your lifestyle goals and healthier life.
Library Apps
Discover resources on healthy living, lifestyle and well-being on these great Library apps.
You can install these Apps on your smartphone or tablet, then choose Parramatta Library as your library & sign in with your library card & password/PIN.
Borrow box
Find hundreds of lifestyle and well-being books on Borrow Box.
ePlatform
Access eBooks on Healthy Mind, Healthy Body, Healthy Spirit, Healthy Home and Garden.
Learn more and download the apps
Spring into Health Booklet
This booklet is a one stop shop of the health information provided by Western Sydney Local Health.
Get Healthy Service
No challenge is too big or too small as COVID-19 may have changed your routine and your normal activities. The NSW Get Healthy Service coaches can support you to change your goals to suit your new way of living during COVID-19. Join now.
My Health Record
What is my health record? My Health Record is a secure online summary of an individual’s health information and is available to all Australians. This video shows you how to access My Health Record and how to keep your health information securely in one place.
Watch this video to find out how to access your health record.
Resources for individuals
Age is no barrier to getting active. Check out free NSW Health programs:
Stepping On: For adults 65+, face to face program
For more information about both these programs and what they involve or to register your interest please send us an email to WSLHD-ActiveandHealthy@health.nsw.gov.au You can leave us a number if you would like someone to call you to talk to you about the programs.
Healthy Eating
Tips for healthy eating – try one and see how you go!
- Start your day with breakfast.
- Carry a water bottle to drink more water.
- Take fruit, nuts and crackers for snacks on the go.
- Switch a sugary drink to water.
- Are you ordering food? Try to swap to a healthier option. Swap fries for roast potatoes or salad. Swap the sausage roll for a cheese and tomato toastie.
Food labels
Learn how to read food labels when shopping so you and your family can make healthier choices.
Make Healthy Normal Quiz
Take the Make Healthy Normal quiz to find out how healthy you and your family are!
Healthy Lifestyle Fact Sheets
Information on healthy living for children and families, available in English, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Persian, Hindi and Tamil.
Checkout Western Sydney Local Health District tips to
- Turn off screens
- Get active each day
- Choose healthier snacks
- Choose water as a drink
- Eat more fruit and vegetables
Learn more about the Healthy Lifestyle Fact Sheets
Smoke Free Home
Watch a funny animated video about protecting your family from second hand smoke in the home.
Learn more about Shisha smoking and its potential harms and its impact on the community.
Go4Fun
Go4Fun is a free healthy lifestyle program for families with children aged 7 to 13 years. Watch our video or head to the website to find out if the program is right for your family.