Senior Constable Clancy is asking you all, R U OK?
R U OK? Day is Thursday, September 13, our national day of action dedicated to reminding people to ask family, friends and colleagues the question, “R U OK?”
Connecting regularly and meaningfully is one thing everyone can do to make a difference to those who may be struggling with the everyday.
If you’ve got a niggling feeling that someone you know or care about isn’t behaving as they normally would, or they seem out of sorts, agitated or withdrawn, trust that gut instinct and act on it.
But, how do I ask “R U OK?”
Ask
Listen
Encourage action
Check in
Have a conversation, maybe comment on the changes you’ve noticed: you could help a family member, friend or workmate open up.
If they say they are not OK, you can follow the conversation steps (above) to show them they’re supported and help them find strategies to better manage the
