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FAMSA RUSTENBURG We offer professional counselling services, marriage preparation & enrichment & parenting skills.

16/10/2026



WORKPLACE AND DAILY LIFESTYLE: FINDING A HEALTHY WORK–HOME BALANCE

Balancing work responsibilities and personal life is an important part of maintaining good mental health and overall well-being.

Many people experience pressure from meeting workplace deadlines, managing workloads, dealing with financial responsibilities, and taking care of their families. When work demands become overwhelming, it can be difficult to find time to rest, connect with loved ones, and take care of oneself.

An inability to balance work and home responsibilities can lead to ongoing stress, emotional exhaustion, irritability, anxiety, sleep difficulties, and reduced motivation. Over time, these challenges may affect relationships, work performance, physical health, and overall quality of life.

It is important to remember that your life is more than your job, and your worth is not measured by how much you accomplish in a day.

How can we promote a healthier work–home balance?

* Set healthy boundaries between working hours and personal time.
* Make time for rest, hobbies, physical activity, and meaningful relationships.
* Learn to prioritise tasks and ask for help when responsibilities become overwhelming.
* Practise self-care without feeling guilty about taking a break.
* Seek professional support when stress becomes difficult to manage.

Employers also have a role to play by promoting supportive working environments, reasonable workloads, open communication, and employee mental health awareness.

Remember, taking care of your mental health is not a sign of weakness. Rest is necessary, asking for support is courageous, and maintaining balance is an important part of living a healthier life.

Your work needs you, but so do you and the people you love. Make your well-being a priority.

Let us continue creating workplaces and homes where mental health matters, balance is encouraged, and asking for help is accepted.

09/10/2026



STUDENTS & ACADEMIC LIFE | MATRIC EXAM TIME

Matric exams are an important milestone, but they can also bring significant pressure and emotional stress for learners. The fear of failing, pressure to meet expectations, uncertainty about the future, long study hours and comparing themselves with others can affect their mental and emotional well-being.

What can parents and caregivers look out for?

* Changes in mood or behaviour
* Withdrawal from family and friends
* Excessive worry, fear or irritability
* Difficulty sleeping or changes in eating habits
* Loss of motivation or concentration
* Frequent headaches, tiredness or feeling overwhelmed
* Statements such as “I can’t do this” or “I’m going to fail”

How can we support matriculants?
Listen without judging and allow them to express their fears and concerns. Encourage healthy study routines, sufficient rest, nutritious meals and short breaks. Help them create realistic study goals rather than putting excessive pressure on results.

Most importantly, remind learners that one examination does not define their worth, intelligence or future. Celebrate their effort, encourage them and let them know that asking for help is a sign of strength.

If a learner appears severely distressed or talks about hopelessness or self-harm, seek professional support immediately. We are more than willing to assist with psychosocial intervention.

Let us support our learners not only to pass their exams, but also to protect their mental health along the way. We must keep in mind that all the learners writing exams are likely to be feeling the same way as the matric students, therefore they also need support .

02/10/2026



MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

As we welcome the month of October, we also recognise Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the importance of mental well-being and creating supportive communities.

Throughout this month, let us encourage open conversations, kindness, understanding and support for one another. Mental health is an important part of our overall well-being, and everyone deserves to feel heard, respected and supported.

Let October be a month of awareness, compassion and positive conversations about mental well-being.

Together, let us create communities where mental health matters and everyone feels valued.

25/09/2026



PERSONAL GROWTH: FINDING PURPOSE & PASSION

Heritage Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate our culture, values, traditions and the stories that have shaped us. But our heritage can also remind us that who we are today does not have to limit who we can become tomorrow.

Personal growth starts with knowing yourself.
It means recognising your strengths, learning from your experiences, building healthy relationships and becoming the best version of yourself.

Finding your purpose means discovering what gives your life meaning and how your gifts, talents and experiences can contribute positively to others.

Finding purpose and passion can help build confidence, resilience, positive identity and hope for the future.

This Heritage Month, let us encourage one another to: Know your roots. Discover our strengths.Follow our passion.Grow through our experiences.Use our gifts to make a difference in our family and community.

Our heritage tells us where we come from. Our choices, growth and purpose help shape where we are going.

Let us celebrate our heritage while building stronger individuals, stronger families and stronger communities.

18/09/2026



🕯️ ENOUGH IS ENOUGH — WOMEN DESERVE TO LIVE

The recent killing of women in Ekurhuleni has once again brought the devastating reality of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) to the forefront.

Nine women’s bodies have been discovered in the Ekurhuleni area since July. Behind every statistic is a daughter, mother, sister, friend, colleague and loved one whose life mattered. Their families are left to grieve, while communities are left with fear, anger and unanswered questions.

Femicide is not simply a women’s issue. It is a community issue. It is a human rights issue. It is everyone’s responsibility.

We must speak up against violence before another woman becomes a statistic.

Report violence, share information responsibly and refuse to normalise the killing and abuse of women.

We mourn the women whose lives have been lost.
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Women are human beings.
Women deserve safety.
Women deserve dignity.
Women deserve to LIVE.

14/09/2026

Dear Valued Clients,

We have received multiple concerns about our phones not working, we sincerely apologise for the difficulty you may have experienced when trying to reach us by phone. We understand how frustrating it can be when you are unable to get through, and we truly appreciate your patience and understanding.

We are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible. In the meantime, please feel free to contact us on 063 181 5931 or visit our offices for assistance.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your continued support.


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As we welcome spring season :it is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate new beginnings, growth, hope, happiness and to...
05/09/2026



As we welcome spring season :it is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate new beginnings, growth, hope, happiness and togetherness.

💐 Celebrating Spring through Arts and Crafts

“Bloom, Grow and Embrace New Beginnings!”

Spring reminds us that every season brings an opportunity to grow, bloom and start again. May this new season bring renewed hope, happiness, healing and beautiful new beginnings.

Marriage, Relationships and Separation: A Women’s Seminar.This women’s seminar was about providing a safe and supporti...
28/08/2026




Marriage, Relationships and Separation: A Women’s Seminar.

This women’s seminar was about providing a safe and supportive space to reflect, learn and share experiences about:
Building healthy relationships through mutual respect and open communication
Addressing challenges in a safe and respectful way
Understanding separation and its emotional impact
Recognising that separation does not mean failure
Finding opportunities for healing, growth and new beginnings
Developing healthy coping strategies and emotional resilience
Knowing when and how to seek support
Understanding your self-worth

21/08/2026




Today we talk: Women’s Health, Wellbeing and Reproductive Rights

Every woman deserves access to quality healthcare, accurate information, emotional support, and the freedom to make informed decisions about her own body.

Women’s health is more than physical health. Mental and emotional wellbeing are equally important. Women may experience stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, family difficulties, or other circumstances that affect their overall wellbeing.

Reproductive rights matter. Women have the right to:

* Access quality and affordable healthcare.
* Receive accurate information about sexual and reproductive health.
* Make informed decisions about their bodies and reproductive lives.
* Be treated with dignity, privacy and respect.
* Access appropriate reproductive and maternal healthcare.
* Seek support without fear of judgement or discrimination.

FAMSA provides psychosocial support services to individuals, couples and families who may be experiencing emotional, relationship, family or psychosocial challenges.

Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. Talking to a trained professional can help you understand your experiences, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships and promote emotional wellbeing.

Let’s build communities where women feel safe, heard, respected and empowered to take care of both their physical and mental health.

Healthy women. Informed choices. Emotional support. Stronger families. Healthier communities.

14/08/2026

Challenges Faced by Women in Families

Women play many important roles in families, but they also face challenges that are often overlooked.

Some common challenges include:
• Balancing work, parenting and household responsibilities
• Financial pressure and economic dependence
• Gender-based violence and emotional abuse
• Unequal sharing of household and caregiving duties
• Lack of support and recognition
• Pressure to meet everyone’s needs while neglecting their own wellbeing
• Difficulty finding time for personal growth and self-care.

A healthy family supports women, listens to them, values their contributions and.shares responsibilities fairly.
Let us create families where women feel safe, respected, supported and empowered.
When women are supported, families and communities become stronger.

At FAMSA Rustenburg we are committed to providing psychosocial support services to those who are willing to share their load.
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19 Von Wielligh Street
Rustenburg
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Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 04:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
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