We are the research arm of Better Place Australia. Through our various projects, we create a strong data-driven foundation for each of the services that BPA provides. Our goal is to form stronger relationships in the communities we support by creating a better understanding of the problems they encounter as well as the solutions they need.
Better Place Australia services over 120 residential aged care facilities, providing counselling support for low to medium mental health interventions. We understand that in many circumstances older people are at a vulnerable stage in their lives as they adjust to residential care. We work with residents to improve their mental health and wellbeing.  This research
Capturing children’s voice within a Children’s Contact Service Better Place Australia currently has Children’s Contact Services (CCS) in Narre Warren and Sale. The Centre for Better Relationships have developed a project to capture children’s voices within the CCS. Through this project, we are providing children the opportunity to share their perspectives. We hope to use this information to
In conjunction with our work at Better Place Australia, the research conducted at the Centre for Better Relationships covers the following areas of interest.
We aim to better understand the intricacies of mental health so that we can provide effective and compassionate counselling services.
Relationships are complex, and our research helps us approach them with the nuance and respect they deserve for all parties involved.
With our studies, we are able to help communities achieve and maintain financial stability under various circumstances.
Our research helps us provide older Victorians with the necessary avenues to live a fulfilling and independent life free of abuse.
A lot of the situations we encounter have a unique impact on children that we strive to study, understand and address.
Through our research, we advocate for all facets of this community, supporting their identities, relationships and expression.
Our work is only possible due to our highly qualified professional researchers and the wealth of experience they share.Â
Dr Sarah Marko has a bachelor’s degree in Public Health and Health Promotion and a PhD from Deakin University, as well as a background in qualitative public health research.
Dr Laila Hugrass has conducted research in the fields of psychology and cognitive neuroscience, and holds an adjunct research position where she is studying her Master of Art Therapy.
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The Centre for Better Relationships acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country on which we work and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.
