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SUMMARY:International Day of the Midwife
DESCRIPTION:International Day of the Midwife recognises the vital role midwives play in supporting individuals and families through pregnancy\, birth and early parenthood. Midwives are often a trusted presence during some of life’s most significant transitions\, providing care\, advocacy and calm guidance when decisions matter. \nThis day also highlights the continuity of care midwives offer — not just at birth\, but through education\, informed choice and support during complex or unexpected situations. In the broader context of family well-being and end-of-life planning\, clear communication and documented preferences help families feel supported across all stages of life. \nRecognising midwives is a reminder that thoughtful planning and trusted care go hand in hand. \nWhy it matters\n\nMidwives provide essential care before\, during\, and after pregnancy\, supporting both physical and emotional well-being.\nThey play a critical role in promoting safe pregnancies\, informed birth choices and continuity of care.\nMidwives support families during moments of vulnerability\, transition and profound life change.\nAccess to skilled midwifery care improves outcomes for mothers\, babies and families.\nWorkforce pressures\, rural access gaps and system constraints affect the sustainability of midwifery services.\nRecognition helps highlight the expertise\, responsibility and trust placed in midwives.\n\nInternational Day of the Midwife recognises the vital role midwives play in maternal and newborn health and highlights the need to support and strengthen midwifery care worldwide. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nInternational Confederation of Midwives\nGlobal organisation representing midwives and supporting safe\, respectful maternity care worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nAustralian College of Midwives\nNational peak body supporting midwifery practice\, education\, professional standards and advocacy across Australia.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/international-day-of-the-midwife/
CATEGORIES:Carers & Support
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
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SUMMARY:World Parkinson’s Day
DESCRIPTION:World Parkinson’s Day recognises people living with Parkinson’s and the family\, friends\, and carers who support them every day. It’s a moment to acknowledge the realities of a progressive neurological condition and the importance of understanding\, planning\, and continuity of care as needs change over time. \nWhy it matters\n\nParkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement\, cognition and quality of life.\nSymptoms can be subtle at first\, leading to delays in diagnosis and access to support.\nParkinson’s affects not only individuals\, but also families\, carers and support networks.\nAs the condition progresses\, care needs often increase and change over time.\nAwareness supports earlier recognition\, better access to services and informed care planning.\nPlanning ahead helps individuals and families navigate health decisions\, daily support and end-of-life planning.\n\nWorld Parkinson’s Day raises awareness of Parkinson’s disease\, promotes understanding of its impact and highlights the importance of research\, support services and long-term care planning. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nWorld Parkinson’s Day\nOfficial global campaign platform providing coordinated messaging\, key dates and awareness resources for World Parkinson’s Day.\nParkinson’s Foundation\nGlobal organisation focused on research\, education and improving quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s.\n\nAustralia \n\nParkinson’s Australia\nNational peak body representing state and territory organisations\, providing advocacy\, information and support for Australians affected by Parkinson’s.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/world-parkinsons-day/
CATEGORIES:Health Events & Chronic Conditions
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SUMMARY:April No Falls
DESCRIPTION:April No Falls focuses on reducing falls through awareness\, simple precautions and everyday habits that support steady movement and independence. \nIt’s a reminder that small changes — in how we move\, where we walk and how spaces are set up — can help prevent injury and support confidence at every age. \nWhy it matters\n\nFalls are a leading cause of injury\, hospitalisation and loss of independence\, particularly for older people.\nMany falls are preventable through strength\, balance\, home safety and medication awareness.\nA single fall can trigger long-term health impacts\, reduced mobility and increased care needs.\nFalls often affect not only individuals\, but also families and carers who must respond quickly to changing needs.\nAwareness supports early action\, practical prevention and safer living environments.\nPlanning ahead helps reduce risk and supports care continuity if a fall does occur.\n\nApril No Falls is a prevention-focused awareness campaign that encourages simple\, practical steps to reduce falls risk and support safer ageing in the community. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nWorld Health Organization\nProvides global guidance on falls prevention\, healthy ageing and injury reduction across populations.\n\nAustralia \n\nNSW Health – April No Falls\nAnnual Australian campaign promoting falls prevention through education\, community programs and practical safety strategies.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/april-no-falls/
CATEGORIES:Ageing & Aged Care,Health Awareness & Prevention
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
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SUMMARY:Advance Care Planning Week (AU)
DESCRIPTION:Advance Care Planning Week (Australia) highlights the importance of documenting health and care preferences ahead of time. By planning early\, individuals and families can reduce uncertainty\, support informed decision-making and ensure care aligns with personal values and wishes. \nWhy it matters\n\nAdvance care planning helps people document their values\, preferences and wishes for future health and care.\nIt supports decision-making if a person becomes unable to speak for themselves due to illness or injury.\nClear plans reduce stress and uncertainty for families\, carers and health professionals.\nAdvance care planning encourages informed conversations before a crisis occurs.\nWithout documented wishes\, decisions may default to others or to systems that do not reflect personal values.\nPlanning ahead supports dignity\, autonomy and continuity of care across the lifespan.\n\nAdvance Care Planning Week encourages Australians to think about\, discuss and record their care preferences so future decisions reflect what matters most to them. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nAdvance Care Planning International\nGlobal network supporting advance care planning through education\, collaboration and shared best practice.\n\nAustralia \n\nAdvance Care Planning Australia\nNational program providing guidance\, tools and resources to help Australians plan and document future care decisions.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/advance-care-planning-week-au/
CATEGORIES:End-of-Life Planning & Advance Care
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
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SUMMARY:World Cancer Day
DESCRIPTION:World Cancer Day is a global awareness day focused on prevention\, early detection\, treatment\, and support for those affected by cancer. It’s a reminder of the importance of compassionate care\, informed choices and planning for life’s uncertainties — for individuals\, families\, and carers alike. \nWhy it matters\n\nCancer affects people across all ages\, communities and stages of life.\nEarly detection\, treatment\, and ongoing care can significantly improve outcomes.\nA cancer diagnosis often brings physical\, emotional and practical challenges for individuals and families.\nCare needs can change over time\, particularly during treatment\, recovery or advanced illness.\nAwareness supports prevention\, screening\, research and access to support services.\nPlanning ahead helps people navigate care decisions\, support needs and end-of-life planning if required.\n\nWorld Cancer Day raises global awareness of cancer\, promotes prevention and early detection and encourages collective action to improve cancer care and outcomes worldwide. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nInternational \n\nWorld Cancer Day\nOfficial global campaign website for World Cancer Day\, providing annual themes\, resources and coordinated awareness messaging.\nUnion for International Cancer Control (UICC)\nGlobal organisation leading World Cancer Day and supporting cancer prevention\, treatment\, and advocacy initiatives worldwide.\n\nAustralia \n\nCancer Council\nNational peak body providing cancer prevention programs\, research funding\, policy advocacy\, and support services across Australia.
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/world-cancer-day/
CATEGORIES:Health Awareness & Prevention
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SUMMARY:National End-of-Life Planning Day (AU)
DESCRIPTION:National End-of-Life Planning Day (Australia) exists to encourage open\, practical conversations about end-of-life wishes before a crisis occurs. \nToo often\, families are left making urgent decisions during illness\, injury or death without clear guidance. This day highlights the importance of recording personal\, medical\, legal and care preferences so loved ones are not left guessing during emotionally difficult times. \nEnd-of-life planning is not about dying. It’s about living well\, reducing stress for those you care about and ensuring your wishes are understood and respected if you cannot speak for yourself. \nNational End-of-Life Planning Day provides a moment to pause\, start the conversation and take simple\, practical steps toward peace of mind—for yourself and the people you love. \nEstablished by Handbook of Your Life\, this day is to help shift end-of-life preparation from a taboo topic to a normal\, thoughtful part of life planning. \nWhy it matters\n\nEnd-of-life planning helps people document their wishes before decisions are made under pressure.\nWithout clear plans\, families and carers are often left to guess during moments of stress and grief.\nPlanning ahead supports dignity\, autonomy and informed decision-making at any age.\nEnd-of-life planning is not only about death\, but about reducing chaos during illness\, incapacity or sudden events.\nClear information helps loved ones act confidently and avoid unnecessary conflict or delay.\nAwareness normalises conversations that are often avoided until it is too late.\n\nNational End-of-Life Planning Day encourages Australians to prepare practical information\, document preferences and talk openly about future care and end-of-life wishes before a crisis occurs. \nEvent Co-ordination / Support\nAustralia \n\nHandbook of Your Life\nAustralian-led initiative providing practical end-of-life planning systems that help individuals and families organise information and reduce burden on loved ones. Learn more about end-of-life planning and how to get started >>
URL:https://handbookofyourlife.com.au/event/national-end-of-life-planning-day/
CATEGORIES:End-of-Life Planning & Advance Care
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