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This newsletter we are highlighting the importance of wholegrains for health, and how we can add them in our day. We are also highlighting Continence Health Australia, an organisation supporting people with urinary and bowel incontinence.
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At CHLS we value our clients feedback and would love to hear from you. Please see the CHLS feedback survey link later in the newsletter to have your say. This helps guide us to provide programs that are suitable and enjoyable for everyone!
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We are excited to share some of our new and upcoming programs for the coming months.
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Programs coming up include:
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- HEAL Program
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Functional Strength
To stay connected to our programs, you will need to attend your free health consult every 2 months.
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CHLS movement programs feedback survey
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As we start to plan our programs and services for 2027, we would love feedback from CHLS clients on what is working well and any other areas to focus on!
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If you are a current CHLS client and have, or are planning to engage in our movement programs, please click the link below to fill out a short survey on your experience and what you would like to see more of.
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We thank all of our CHLS clients for engaging in our service!
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Did you know about 7.2 million people in Australia experience incontinence? That's almost 1 in 3 people. Luckily, having the right support and strategies in place can help you understand and manage incontinence so that everyday activities can be enjoyable again.
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Incontinence can look different for different people:
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- Urinary incontinence: involuntary or accidental loss of urine (wee)
- Bowel incontinence: involuntary or accidental loss of faeces (poo) or wind (flatus). This may include finding it hard to control when and where a person passes faeces (poo) or noticing stains in underwear (soiling)
Incontinence can affect confidence and comfort in daily life, and talking to a qualified health professional is an important first step toward feeling more in control.
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If you would prefer to speak to someone over the phone first, you can call the National Continence Helpline on 1800 33 0066. Through this service, you can receive free, confidential advice from a nurse continence specialist to help you take the next step. Open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 8 pm (Vic time).
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Here are some tips to help you prepare for your appointment with a health professional:
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- Write down a list of questions you may want to ask your doctor
- Record:
- your symptoms and how often they happen
- what makes symptoms better or worse
- the types of fluid, and how much fluid you drink
- how often you go to the toilet
- any medications, vitamins or supplements you are currently taking
- You may want to request for a longer appointment so that you have the time to talk without feeling rushed.
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A grain is the hard, edible seeds of plants that are grown as crops. A wholegrain can be defined as a grain that has all 3 parts still attached.
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- Outer bran layer- richest in fibre
- Endosperm- mostly starch
- Germ- contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats
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Why are wholegrains good for our health?
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Wholegrains have many benefits to our health. This includes:
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- Gut health- wholegrains contain fibre which can help prevent constipation and bowel cancer risk
- Heart Health- Wholegrains can create a health gut microbiome which promotes heart health, oats can help lower blood cholesterol
- Blood sugar control- Slower to digest, reducing insulin spikes will help prevent Type 2 Diabetes
- Regular Eating- Wholegrains are filling, which can reduce overeating and promote regular eating
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How can I eat more wholegrains?
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- Start the day with wholegrains- breakfast ideas include muesli, porridge, oats, or wholegrain toast
- Snack smart- Snack ideas include wholegrain crackers, popcorn, wholemeal crumpet or a smoothie with oats
- Explore different grains- Different types of grains include quinoa, wild rice, buckwheat or freekah.
- Try half and half- Start small with trying one piece of wholegrain read with 1 piece of white bread, or white and wholemeal pasta, or brown and white rice
- Check the label- Look for words such as "wholemeal, wholegrain, wholewheat" and ingredients such as " brown rice, oats, sorghum, quinoa, or buckwheat
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
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Lace up your sneakers and join us for the Cockburn Trek at the stunning Coogee Beach Surf Life Saving Club!
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- 3km or 6km trek
- Free morning tea provided
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Date: 25.09.2026 (Friday)
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Meeting point: Coogee Beach Surf Life Saving Club
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The HEAL program helps you eat well, get active and make lasting lifestyle changes.
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- one hour of health and lifestyle education
- one hour of supervised exercise
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Program dates:19.08.26- 21.11.26 (Saturdays)
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*No class on 17.10.26 and 24.10.26
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Venue: Cockburn Integrated Health group room
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Cost: $10 Concession, $30 Adult
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Enhance your mindfulness practice and overall wellbeing with a combined yoga and meditation class guided by a yoga master.
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Program dates: 27.10.26 - 15.12.26 (Tuesdays)
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Venue: Conference room, Level 1, Cockburn Health and Community Building
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A gentle, full-body workout that builds strength, balance, and flexibility
suitable for all fitness levels.
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Program dates: 30.09.26- 2.12.26 (Wednesdays)
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Venue: Success Regional Sport and Community Facility
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Using body weight, bands, and dumbbells, this class mirrors everyday movements to help you feel stronger and more capable.
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Program dates: 30.09.26- 2.12.26 (Wednesdays)
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Venue: Success Regional Sport and Community Facility
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