The Law Society of New South Wales Solicitor Outreach Service (SOS) is an independent and confidential psychological service for NSW solicitors.
Through SOS, NSW Solicitors can access up to three psychological sessions per financial year and 24/7 telephone crisis counselling, funded by the Law Society of NSW. Find out more about this service here.
BarCare is an independent professional counselling service designed to assist members of the NSW Bar manage emotional and stress-related problems, such as marital breakdowns, drug or alcohol dependency and practice pressures.
BarCare is available to all members of the Bar Association and their immediate families. If a member requires assistance, he or she is encouraged to contact Penny Johnston, Director, Care and Assistance, to arrange an appointment for a consultation. She may be contacted on (02) 9331 3872 or email pjohnston@barcare.org.
Alternatively Barristers and their families seeking assistance can directly contact one of the panel specialists listed on the web site to make an appointment for a consultation.
Work2Suit is an information and support network for solicitors who are working, or seeking to work, flexibly. Flexible work options may include part-time or job-share arrangements, and working from home.
The Law Society offers child care and lifestyle solutions through partner organisations.
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Information for the public on healthy living, medical conditions and medical news.
A wide range of up-to-date and quality assessed information on important health topics such as diabetes, cancer, mental health and asthma.
Lawyers are notorious for working long and hard and making sacrifices for the sake of their practice. For lawyers, this is one of life's double-edged swords. For insight and hints to help lawyers balance the incessant pulls of both work and daily life:
Your mental health is important. If you suspect you may be suffering from a mental health disorder, don't delay, seek help.
A service of the Law Society for its members. It provides free support service for both personal and work related issues.
Confidential short-term counselling is available from qualified social workers and pshychologists 24 hours a day.
Telephone 1300 360 364 or visit www.davcorp.com.au.
Whether you're starting your journey or charting a new career course, firsts can be frightening. These resources focus on new lawyers as well as solo- and small-firm challenges. Resources from the CBA PracticeLink pages.
The dissatisfaction of so many lawyers with their careers dramatises the need to focus on a process which enables them, by seeking positions consistent with their personal values and professional goals, to achieve professional satisfaction.
The USA version of Findlaw has a collection of articles to help you understand the process and the steps you need to take to make a thoughtful transition in your career.
LIV have a Careers Centre with further information. And the July 2011 issue of Law Practice is dedicated to Time To Take A Leap.
Find a healthy recipe for dinner.
Have a look at what the CSIRO Health and Wellbeing has to say about diet and nutrition.
Need to get moving but not sure which sport to choose? Have a look at the ABC’s website for inspiration
You can also check out ABC’s website to see whether you are in the healthy weight range.
See our Practice Management - Finance page.
View and update your Medicare details online.
Do you have to pay the Medicare levy? Find out using the ATO's calculator.
See our Practice Management - Risk and Ethics pages.
View and update your Medicare details online.
Do you have to pay the Medicare levy? Find out using the ATO's calculator.
Register to become an organ donor, but remember to speak to your family about your decision as they will have the ultimate say.
PrivateHealth.gov.au allows you to compare private health care insurance and find a policy that suits you and your family.
The Better Health Channel has a fact sheet addressing issues facing working women.
For those who are time poor but still yearn for a nice tanned appearance, try Computer Tan
All articles from Canadian Bar Association unless noted otherwise.
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