IMPROVE my health promotion plan Objective: Inspired by the Live4LIFE-Wind

IMPROVE my health promotion plan Objective: Inspired by the Live4LIFE-Wind Telephone concept. The initiative aims to support positive mental health for individuals in rural areas by reducing the stigma and promoting health literacy associated with mental health while improving access to mental health support services. The plan involves setting up a ‘Wind Telephone’ booth in a local park, which serves as a symbolic place that is always illuminated. People can come to the booth to express their feelings, thoughts, or worries and gain access to 24-hour information and support, including self-help tools such as Bluetooth-guided mindfulness sessions set in nature (Djernis et al., 2019). The initiative could promote self-help through regular mental health workshops and support groups. It aims to create a dedicated space within communities, serving as a reminder that there is hope during difficult times and to assist individuals with limited access to support or who may be less inclined to seek professional help for mental health issues (Kavanagh et al., 2022). The initiative includes a touch-screen tablet with a phone that facilitates access to support contacts and crisis lines. It relies on peer support mentors with life experience to run 1-hour sessions monthly, focusing on promoting mind-body health and fostering community connections. The objective is to increase mental health awareness and improve access to support services to reduce the stigma experienced by isolated individuals in rural areas. Health Promotion Programme: Live4Life Adaptation with Wind Telephone and Self-Guided Meditation Tool Programme Overview Target Population: Rural Community in Gingin, Western Australia Demographics and Statistics: Gingin is a small rural town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. According to the latest census data, Gingin has a population of approximately 900 residents. The community is predominantly of Anglo-Australian descent, with a significant proportion of the population being older adults aged 65 and above. Health Issues: Mental Health: Prevalence: Rural communities, including Gingin, often face higher rates of mental health issues compared to urban areas. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, rural Australians are 1.5 times more likely to experience mental health problems. Contributing Factors: Isolation, and limited access to mental health services as outlined in the report ‘Going the Distance: Making mental health support work better for regional communities’ (Kaleveld et al., 2024). The Western Australian Association for Mental Health (WAAMH) and the stigma associated with seeking help (De Cotta et al., 2021) all contribute to the higher prevalence of mental health issues in Gingin. Mental health, depression, grief, and loss: Prevalence: The older demographic in Gingin is more likely to experience mental health exacerbated by grief and loss due to the death of spouses, friends, and family members and loneliness that can exacerbate feelings of depression. Support Needs: There is a critical need for mental health support services and resources to help residents cope with feelings of isolation, loss, and stress to maintain their mental well-being. Health Promotion Activity: Development and implementation of interventions aimed at improving the mental health of adults residing in rural communities. LIVE4LIFE Objective: Inspired by the LIVE4LIFE-Wind Telephone concept. The initiative aims to support positive mental health for individuals in rural areas by reducing the stigma and promoting health literacy associated with mental health while improving access to mental health support services. The plan involves setting up a ‘Wind Telephone’ booth in a local park, which serves as a symbolic place that is always illuminated. People can come to the booth to express their feelings, thoughts, or worries and gain access to 24-hour information and support, including self-help tools such as Bluetooth-guided mindfulness sessions set in nature (Djernis et al., 2019). The initiative could promote self-help through regular mental health workshops and support groups. It aims to create a dedicated space within communities, serving as a reminder that there is hope during difficult times and to assist individuals with limited access to support or who may be less inclined to seek professional help for mental health issues (Kavanagh et al., 2022). The initiative includes a touch-screen tablet with a phone that facilitates access to support contacts and crisis lines. It relies on peer support mentors with life experience to run 1-hour sessions monthly, focusing on promoting mind-body health and fostering community connections. The objective is to increase mental health awareness and improve access to support services to reduce the stigma experienced by isolated individuals in rural areas. Health Promotion Program: Live4Life Adaptation with Wind Telephone and Self-Guided Meditation Tool Program Overview Live4Life is a mental health education and youth suicide prevention initiative that targets young people in rural and regional communities. The program aims to build resilience, reduce stigma, and increase mental health literacy. An innovative adaptation of this program could involve the installation of a “Wind Telephone” combined with a 24-hour light and an interactive self-guided meditation tool to provide mental health support in rural areas. Components of the Program Wind Telephone Installation: Concept: The Wind Telephone is a symbolic tool where individuals can “speak” to lost loved ones or express their thoughts and feelings in a private, reflective space. Implementation: Install a booth in a quiet, accessible location in the community. The booth would be equipped with a non-functional telephone, allowing individuals to speak their thoughts aloud in a safe, private environment. 24-Hour Light: Concept: A light that remains on 24/7 to symbolize hope and provide a sense of security and comfort. Implementation: Place a solar-powered light near the Wind Telephone booth. This light would serve as a beacon of hope and a reminder that support is always available. Self-Guided Meditation Tool: Concept: An interactive tool that offers guided meditation sessions to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Implementation: Install a touch-screen device or provide a QR code that links to a mobile app offering various meditation exercises. The tool would include audio and visual guides tailored to different mental health needs. Relevance of Primary Health Care and Inter-Professional Collaboration Primary Health Care (PHC): Accessibility: The Wind Telephone and meditation tool make mental health support accessible to individuals in rural areas, where traditional mental health services may be limited. Community-Based: This initiative aligns with the PHC principle of community-based care, as it is designed to be a part of the local environment and culture. Preventive Care: By providing tools for emotional expression and stress management, the program focuses on preventive care, reducing the risk of more severe mental health issues. Inter-Professional Collaboration: Holistic Approach: The program requires collaboration between mental health professionals, community leaders, and technology experts to create a holistic support system. Resource Sharing: Mental health professionals can provide input on the content of the self-guided meditation tool, ensuring it is evidence-based and effective. Community Engagement: Engaging local organizations and leaders in the implementation process fosters a sense of ownership and ensures the program meets the specific needs of the community. Critical Appraisal Strengths: Innovative and Accessible: The combination of a Wind Telephone and self-guided meditation tool is a novel approach that makes mental health support more accessible in rural areas. Community-Centric: The program is designed to be integrated into the community, making it more likely to be accepted and utilized by residents. Preventive Focus: Emphasizing preventive care can reduce the burden on healthcare systems by addressing mental health issues before they escalate. Challenges: Sustainability: Ensuring the long-term maintenance and functionality of the Wind Telephone and Meditation tool may require ongoing funding and community support. Privacy Concerns: While the Wind Telephone offers a private space, ensuring confidentiality and security for users is crucial. Cultural Sensitivity: The program must be tailored to support Activities: Installation: wind telephone and mental health support booth Concept: Inspired by the “Wind Telephone” in Japan, a disconnected phone booth where people can speak to their deceased loved ones provides a unique form of mental health grief support and LIVE4LIFE Programme. Implementation: Install a similar wind telephone in a serene location in Gingin where residents can visit and express their feelings in a private, comforting environment (Russell et al., 2023) . Mental Health Workshops: Conduct monthly workshops focusing on mental health awareness, coping strategies, and the importance of seeking help. Monthly, informal guided group meditation and gentle yoga to support community connection. Facilitators: Engage mental health professionals, counsellors, peer support mentors/volunteers, and physical health/fitness instructors to lead these sessions. Support Groups: Structure: Establish monthly mindful health-guided mediation yoga sessions for those dealing with mental health and grief. Benefits: Provide a safe space for connection and mind-body health promotion activity within nature. Expected Outcomes: Increased Awareness: Enhanced understanding of mental health issues and the importance of seeking help. Emotional Relief: Provide a unique outlet to express thoughts, feelings, and grief through the wind telephone, helping individuals process their emotions. Promote resilience with mindful meditation tools and resources. Community Support: Foster a sense of community and mutual support among residents, reducing feelings of isolation. By focusing on these activities, we aim to address the mental health and grief support needs of the Gingin community, ultimately improving their overall well-being through the health promotion programme. I would like to describe this as a Mental Health Awareness and Support activity, inspired by the Wind Telephone in Japan, the Park City of Bayswater, Perth, and the LIVE4LIFE Programme. Practical Aspects: The programme would be conducted in a local park, with workshops held in community centres, school-based programmes, and the Menshed. Resources needed include the installation and maintenance of the Wind Telephone and mindful health guided mediation Bluetooth app, workshop materials, and professional mental health workers. The estimated cost would be around $105,500 for the first year, covering installation, materials, Woolworths vouchers, and staff salaries. Volunteers would also be involved, and their expenses for meals and transportation would be covered. Wind telephone with interactive screen: 48,000 Woolworths vouchers: 14,000 Token yoga mats: 3,500 Domain and website access: 30,000 Staff 20.000 Refreshments 1,000 Interprofessional Practice and Community Engagement: The community would be involved through participation in workshops and the use of the Wind Telephone. Health professionals like psychologists, social workers, gym instructors, and community health nurses would be involved in conducting workshops and providing support. Community leaders and local businesses could be engaged for sponsorship and promotion. Evaluation Plan and Outcomes: The programme’s success would be measured by two SMART objectives: a) Increase in mental health service utilisation by 20% within the first year; b) reduction in self-reported stigma related to mental health by 30% within the first year. Success would be evaluated through participation rates in workshops, usage of the wind telephone, Bluetooth link access to self-guided meditation participation measured by Community Health Workers acting as a bridge between the community and health professionals to engage participants in surveys to assess changes in stigma and mental health literacy. The success of this programme would contribute to improved mental health in the community, aligning with government objectives to improve mental health outcomes. This would be done by making it easy for the community to participate. Hold activities in the park at convenient times and provide options for remote participation. Ensuring Meaningful Involvement: To ensure meaningful community involvement, peer support mentors would ensure representation by making sure that all segments of the community are represented in the decision-making process. Provide programme training: Equip community members with the skills they need to effectively participate in the process. Implement their suggestions: Show that their input is valued by implementing their suggestions where possible. Following Arnstein’s ladder of citizen participation would aim to achieve ‘citizen control’, where community members have the power to make decisions. This would involve not just consulting them but also delegating decision-making power to them. Participants would be offered a one-off $20 Woolworths shopping voucher to take part in project research via email and via social media anomalously the development and implementation of interventions aimed at improving the mental, emotional, and social well-being of individuals residing in rural communities. The Western Australian Association for Mental Health (WAAMH) engaged UWA’s Centre for Social Impact (CSI) De Cotta, T., Knox, J., Farmer, J., White, C., & Davis, H. (n.d.). Community co-produced mental health initiatives in rural Australia: A scoping review. Australian Journal of Rural Health, 29(6), 865-878. https://doi.org/10.1111/ajr.12793 Grieving the death of a loved one? Newmarket Wind phone connects bereaved to lost family, and friends. (2024, Jul 18). Era – Banner https://www.proquest.com/newspapers/grieving-death-loved-one-newmarket-wind-phone/docview/3082688176/se-2 By following Arnstein’s ladder of citizen participation, I would aim to achieve ‘citizen control’, where community members have the power to make decisions. This would involve not just consulting them, but also delegating decision-making power to them. Evaluation Plan and Outcomes for the Wind Telephone Interactive Booth Hub SMART Objectives Objective 1 Increase Community Engagement Specific: Increase community engagement in mindful health programs facilitated by the Wind Telephone booth. Measurable: Achieve a 20% increase in the number of participants in mindfulness sessions and workshops within 6 months. Achievable: Utilize local advertising, social media, and community outreach to inform residents about the booth and its services. Relevant: Enhancing community engagement in mental health programs aligns with the goal of reducing mental health stigma and improving access to support services. Time-bound: Measure the increase in engagement over a 6-month period. Objective 2 Improve Access to Mental Health Support Specific: Improve access to mental health support services through the Wind Telephone booth. Measurable: Increase the usage of the touch-screen tablet and Bluetooth-guided mindfulness apps by 20% within 6 months. Achievable: Ensure the booth is well-maintained, user-friendly, and promoted effectively. Relevant: Providing easy access to mental health resources is crucial for individuals in rural areas who may have limited access to professional help. Time-bound: Track the usage data over a 6-month period. Evaluation Metrics Participation Rates: Track the number of individuals using the Wind Telephone booth. Monitor attendance at monthly peer support mentor sessions. Record the number of participants in mindfulness workshops and sessions. Usage of Technology: Analyze the data from the touch-screen tablet to see how often it is used to access support contacts and crisis lines. Monitor the usage statistics of the Bluetooth-guided mindfulness apps. Community Feedback: Conduct surveys and interviews with participants to gather qualitative data on their experiences and the perceived impact of the booth. Collect feedback from peer support mentors on the effectiveness of the sessions. Mental Health Literacy: Assess changes in mental health literacy through pre- and post-program surveys. Measure the increase in knowledge about mental health resources and self-help tools among participants. Indicators of Success Increased Participation: A 20% increase in the number of individuals engaging with the booth and attending workshops and sessions. Enhanced Access: A 20% increase in the usage of the touch-screen tablet and mindfulness apps. Positive Feedback: High levels of satisfaction and positive feedback from participants and peer support mentors. Improved Mental Health Literacy: An increase in mental health literacy scores from pre- to post-program surveys. Impact on Population Health Reduced Stigma: By providing a safe and accessible space for mental health support, the program can help reduce the stigma associated with seeking help. Improved Mental Health Outcomes: Increased access to mental health resources and support can lead to better mental health outcomes for individuals in rural areas. Community Cohesion: The program can foster a sense of community and support, which is beneficial for overall mental well-being. Alignment with Government Objectives National Mental Health Strategy: The program aligns with government objectives to improve mental health outcomes and reduce the incidence of mental health issues, particularly in underserved rural areas. Public Health Goals: By increasing access to mental health resources and reducing stigma, the program supports broader public health goals of improving mental health literacy and community well-being. Government Objectives: The success of the LIVE4LIFE program aligns with government-level plans to reduce the incidence of mental health issues. For instance, national health strategies often emphasize the importance of community-based mental health initiatives and the use of digital health tools to improve mental health outcomes. Conclusion The success of the Wind Telephone Interactive Booth Hub can be measured through increased participation rates, enhanced access to mental health resources, positive community feedback, and improved mental health literacy. By aligning with government objectives and public health goals, the program has Objective 1: Specific: Increase community engagement in mindful health programs. Measurable: Achieve a 20% increase in participation rates in community mindful health programs. Achievable: Utilize local community centers and social media platforms to promote the programs. Relevant: Improved mental health through increased mindfulness practices. Time-bound: Within a 6-month period. Objective 2: Specific: Enhance the use of mindful health apps within the community. Measurable: Achieve a 20% increase in the usage of mindful health apps, as tracked by Bluetooth link data. Achievable: Partner with app developers to provide free or discounted access to community members. Relevant: Increased accessibility and usage of mental health resources. Time-bound: Within a 6-month period. Evaluation Plan: Data Collection: Surveys and Questionnaires: Distribute pre- and post-program surveys to measure changes in mental health literacy and engagement levels. App Usage Data: Collect anonymized data from mindful health apps to track usage rates and engagement. Participation Records: Maintain attendance records for all mindful health programs and workshops. Analysis: Quantitative Analysis: Use statistical methods to compare pre- and post-program data, focusing on participation rates and app usage. Qualitative Analysis: Conduct focus groups and interviews to gather in-depth feedback on the program’s impact. Outcome Measurement: Increased Participation Rates: Success will be indicated by a 20% increase in community engagement in mindful health programs. Enhanced App Usage: Success will also be indicated by a 20% increase in the usage of mindful health apps, as evidenced by Bluetooth link data. Impact on Population Health: Mental Health Literacy: Increased participation and app usage will likely lead to improved mental health literacy, enabling community members to better understand and manage their mental health. Community Well-being: Enhanced engagement in mindful health programs can foster a sense of community and support, reducing feelings of isolation and improving overall well-being. Government Objectives: The success of the LIVE4LIFE program aligns with government-level plans to reduce the incidence of mental health issues. For instance, national health strategies often emphasize the importance of community-based mental health initiatives and the use of digital health tools to improve mental health outcomes. Indicators of Success: Participation Rates: A 20% increase in participation rates in mindful health programs. Mental Health Literacy: Improved mental health literacy, as evidenced by survey results showing increased knowledge and understanding of mental health practices. App Usage: A 20% increase in the usage of mindful health apps, as tracked by Bluetooth link data. By achieving these objectives, the LIVE4LIFE program will contribute to the overall mental health and well-being of the community, supporting broader public health goals and government initiatives aimed at reducing mental health issues and improving quality of life. Live4Life is a mental health education and youth suicide prevention initiative that targets young people in rural and regional communities. The programme aims to build resilience, reduce stigma, and increase mental health literacy. An innovative adaptation of this programme could involve the installation of a “Wind Telephone” combined with a 24-hour light and an interactive self-guided meditation tool to provide mental health support in rural areas. Components of the Programme Wind Telephone Installation: Concept: The wind telephone is a symbolic tool where individuals can “speak” to lost loved ones or express their thoughts and feelings in a private, reflective space. Implementation: Install a booth in a quiet, accessible location in the community. The booth would be equipped with a both a functional and non-functional telephone, allowing individuals to speak their thoughts aloud in a safe, private environment. 24-Hour Light: Concept: A light that remains on 24/7 to symbolise hope and provide a sense of security and comfort. Implementation: Place a solar-powered light near the wind telephone booth. This light would serve as a beacon of hope and a reminder that support is always available. Self-Guided Meditation Tool: Concept: An interactive tool that offers guided meditation sessions to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Implementation: Install a touch-screen device or provide a QR code that links to a mobile app offering various meditation exercises. The tool would include audio and visual guides tailored to different mental health needs. Relevance of Primary Health Care and Interprofessional Collaboration Primary Health Care (PHC): Accessibility: The Wind Telephone and meditation tool make mental health support accessible to individuals in rural areas, where traditional mental health services may be limited. Community-Based: This initiative aligns with the PHC principle of community-based care, as it is designed to be a part of the local environment and culture. Preventive Care: By providing tools for emotional expression and stress management, the programme focuses on preventive care, reducing the risk of more severe mental health issues. Inter-Professional Collaboration: Holistic Approach: The programme requires collaboration between mental health professionals, community leaders, and technology experts to create a holistic support system. Resource Sharing: Mental health professionals can provide input on the content of the self-guided meditation tool, ensuring it is evidence-based and effective. Community Engagement: Engaging local organisations and leaders in the implementation process fosters a sense of ownership and ensures the programme meets the specific needs of the community. Critical Appraisal Strengths: Innovative and Accessible: The combination of a wind telephone and a self-guided meditation tool is a novel approach that makes mental health support more accessible in rural areas. Community-Centric: The programme is designed to be integrated into the community, making it more likely to be accepted and utilised by residents. Preventive Focus: Emphasising preventive care can reduce the burden on healthcare systems by addressing mental health issues before they escalate. Challenges: Sustainability: Ensuring the long-term maintenance and functionality of the Wind Telephone and Meditation tool may require ongoing funding and community support. Privacy Concerns: While the Wind Telephone offers a private space, ensuring confidentiality and security for users is crucial. Cultural Sensitivity: The programme must be tailored to support

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