Seniors Feature September 2019

Bowled Away‌

Lifestyles Communities resident, Gaye Crane enjoys some lawn bowls. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

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September 2019

QUALITY CARE… The staff from Warramunda Village are excited for the $11 million upgrade to their facility.

Photo: Supplied.

Ensuring Kyabram

has the best care WARRAMUNDA Village has been caring for the elders of the Kyabram district for over fifty years. In recent years, Warramunda Village has introduced home care and NDIS services to their range of care options, and has embarked on an $11 million building and refurbishment plan.

A new 22-bed residential wing is nearing completion, with additional renovations planned for next year.

Warramunda Village chief executive officer, Sandi Websdale said,

“This building program will increase our residential care capacity and modernise our facility.

“Warramunda is in a phase of significant growth and has broadened its business base in the last three years to meet the care needs of our community. We are proud to offer these services locally, and to create jobs within the our community.”

For more information and enquiries, call Warramunda Village on 5852 2611.

Regional retirees live better WITH blue skies for miles and all this fresh air, it’s no surprise that regional retirees are living much better lives than their metropolitan counterparts.

According to the latest statistics conducted

by Deakin University, retirees reported their overall wellbeing at an average of more than 80 points. This was consistent across all categories, with that average being even higher for regional areas.

Associate Professor, Delyse Hutchinson said, “As individuals remain in retirement and continue to age, promoting wellbeing through health, personal safety and community

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correctness becomes more critical.”

The study found that retirees in regional areas report higher levels of overall enjoyment, scoring higher on ‘community correctedness’, ‘personal safety’ and ‘future security.’

“It appears that people in regional areas feel more connected to, and safer in, their local communities, which is in turn linked to improved life satisfaction,” Associate Professor, Hutchinson added.

Are you surprised? Considering Shepparton is such a welcoming communit y with consistent and clear blue skies, I’m not surprised at all.

September 2019

NOW AVAILABLE… Tatura Pharmacy retail manager, Tracy Lowry, customer John Pleitner and pharmacy assistant Fran Mandaradoni with The Senior newspaper.

Photo: Katelyn Morse.

pharmacy More than just a

WITH the recent closure of Foodworks, Tatura Pharmacy is now the only place in Tatura to grab a copy of The Senior newspaper. As well as this, the pharmacy now stocks wool and haberdashery so locals don’t have to travel to Shepparton just to grab their supplies.

Tatura Pharmacy retail manager, Tracy Lowry said, “We also have 10 percent off storewide on Wednesdays (excludes prescriptions) for pensioners, so pop in and

our friendly staff will be happy to help you.”

Keep an eye out for more information on their VIP night coming soon. Their VIP night will be on Wednesday, October 23 from 6pm so save the date now, it’ll be a night you don’t want to miss!

Head in-store to pick up a copy of The Senior, your haberdashery or for all your general pharmacy needs at 151 Hogan Street, Shepparton or phone 5824 1043 for enquiries or more information.

Tech-savvy seniors buck trends THE MOST common stereotype regarding seniors and technology is that they’re being ‘left behind’ with the huge wave of advancements, particularly in the last ten years.

But a recent report titled ‘Senior Surfers’ from National Seniors Australia challenges this stereotype.

An online survey of more than 4,500 citizens aged over 50 found that 70 percent use an internet search engine everyday, 40 percent use Facebook everyday (including about 20 percent of those aged 80+), 63 percent don’t feel technology is designed for younger generations and around 68 percent don’t feel frustrated using new technology.

National Seniors CEO, Professor John

McCallum says the latest survey challenges negative stereotypes about older Australians and technology. “ There are just too many blanket statements that are very negative about older people’s skills, such as ‘they’re behind the times’, ‘they’re digitally illiterate’ or ‘there’s a digital divide between young and old,’” Professor McCallum said.

Approximately 31.4 percent of those surveyed regarded themselves as ‘Super Surfers’ – someone very comfortable using digital technology in their everyday lives.

According to the statistics, ‘Super Surfers’ are more likely to be women and are also more likely to have children, be in good health and are often still participating in the workforce.

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September 2019

Increased specialist appointments for regional residents RESIDENTS throughout the Goulburn Valley are set to receive at least an extra 14,000 specialist doctor appointments closer to home, saving the need for inconvenient and costly trips to Melbourne.

The commitment is part of a $136.2 million investment from the Victorian government, which will fund around 500,000 specialist appointments in regional Victoria.

Too often, regional Victorians are forced to hit the road to get the specialist treatment they need.

Patients in the Goulburn Valley requiring specialist treatment for diabetes and nephrology will benefit from extra services at GV Health in 2019-20.

In total acr os s V ic tor ia, the V ic tor ian government is paving the way for an extra 75,000 appointments for patients with heart conditions, 30,000 appointments for patients with arthritis, 50,000 appointments for Victorians with chronic pain and an extra 40,000 appointments for cancer patients.

It’s all part of the State Government’s plan to ensure regional Victorians receive the same world-class healthcare as Melbourne patients, no matter where they live.

SOMETHING TO SMILE ABOUT… From left, Moyola Lodge leisure and lifestyle coordinator, Chrissy Jones, resident, Geoff Sutton, and Margaret Love team leader, Kelly Roberts.

Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Enriching lives at Moyola PEOPLE with dementia account for 52 percent of all residents living in residential aged care facilities. Dementia can happen to anybody, but it is more common after the age of 65.

At Moyola Lodge in Tatura, the management team are committed to promoting dementia awareness and education for staff, residents, families and community members and

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recently celebrated Dementia Awareness week.

Moyola Lodge is a 43-bed aged care facility with Margaret Love, a specialised 12-bed dementia wing aimed at supporting residents to live a high quality life with meaning, purpose and value.

Nobody chooses to have dementia, yet the things we can change is how we respond to those living with dementia.

Dementia doesn’t discriminate, do you?

Moyola Lodge delivers a high standard of care to all residents and has a fantastic lifestyle program run by enthusiastic coordinators. Activities are suited to residents’ interests and needs and include arts and crafts, bus outings, walking groups, men’s shed and much more.

For more information or to arrange a tour of Moyola Lodge, visit 60 Hunter Street Tatura or call 5824 2274.

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September 2019

Learn about the

love of orchids SOCIAL FUN… Residents at Lifestyle Shepparton enjoy a spot of bowls, just one of many luxury facilities at the site. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

A relaxed

lifestyle awaits If you are thinking about downsizing, or want to be part of a welcoming community, Lifestyle Shepparton have a few homes available and a whole lot to offer. Join them for their open day on Saturday, October 5, listen to experts talk top garden trends, view the last homes available and grab some light lunch.

L ife s t y le Sheppar ton of fer s ne w opportunities in a secure community of working, semi-retired and retired people over 50. Homeowners enjoy exclusive access to five-star luxury facilities including a gym, cinema, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, and a lush bowling green. Lifestyle

also offers a range of activities such as yoga, aerobics classes, dancing, woodwork, wellness seminars and other social calendar events to give the community plenty to do.

The community gardening team also maintains the front gardens, leaving homeowners time to relax and do more of what they love.

Homes are available from $210,000, so drop by on Saturday, October 5 from 10am to 1pm, at 65 Channel Road, Shepparton to find out more about the affordable five-star lifestyle. Otherwise, give them a call on 5821 5155 or visit www.lifestyleshepparton.com.au

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This weekend will see flowers blooming and on display at the Spring Spectacular of Orchids hosted by the Goulburn Valley Orchid Club (GVOC).

On Friday afternoon there will be over 400 flowering orchids exhibited by GVOC members. Friday night, they will be judged by four Orchid Society Council of Victoria judges and one local judge, Michelle Banfield from Flourish on McLennan in Mooroopna, will judge the Floral Art section.

GVOC president, Chris Ibbotson said, “We are expecting 300 to 400 visitors to come through the doors to admire the beautiful and breathtaking orchids. We also have a photography section and floral arrangements along with opportunities to purchase plants from local and interstate growers.

“The club also has an accessory stall supplying pots, stakes, potting medium and everything else one would need to pot up their orchids.

“We will be having potting demonstrations where people will walk away with a wealth of knowledge, armed to grow their own orchids successfully.”

Light luncheons, morning and afternoon tea will also be available at the show at the

IN FULL BLOOM… Goulburn Valley Orchid Club president, Chris Ibbotson showing off some gorgeous blooms that will be on display at the upcoming Spring Spectacular of Orchids. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Kialla Paceway this weekend, Saturday, September 28, 9am to 4pm and Sunday 29 from 10am to 3pm. Contact Chris Ibbotson on 0417 923 874 or email her at chris.ibbotson123@gmail.com for more information.

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September 2019

Recognition

for recycling waste material

YOUR FINANCIAL EXPERTS… From left, RI Advice proprietor and senior adviser, Sandy Miller, adviser, Chenara Newbegin, administrative assistant, Joe Bourke, administration manager, Linda Bourke and senior paraplanner, Nick Barzen. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

The value of having a

financial adviser HAVING an appropriate financial plan in place covers more than just investments and insurance. While there’s no doubt that investments and insurance are important when building your wealth, so too is managing your cash flow, budgeting, tax planning, transitioning to retirement, aged care and estate planning. Seeking professional advice on your whole financial situation can go a long way to helping you make the most of what you have, whatever your age or income.

Over the long term, investment markets tend to fluctuate. This can be difficult for some people, as they worry about whether they will have enough money for their goals, like renovating, travel, or retirement. Having an experienced financial adviser to help you structure your investment portfolio, based on your age and risk tolerance, will help you

ride out any ups and downs.

Working with a financial adviser you feel comfortable with and regularly checking in with them means they can make ongoing recommendations and changes to your plan. Of course, if you do get worried about something, having an adviser to remind you about your long term financial goals will help you see that short-term volatility is just part of your long term financial journey.

Taking the time to find an experienced, professional financial adviser who makes you feel comfortable and gives you peace of mind when it comes to your future makes sense, so why not give RI Advice Group Shepparton a call?

For more information or to book an appointment, visit RI Advice Group at 137 Maude Street, Shepparton or call 5831 2833.

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PROUD RECYCLER… Stanhope Men’s Shed coordinator, Des Crichton and his group have received an award recognising their fantastic upcycling efforts. Photo: Steve Hutcheson.

IT HAS been said that one man’s trash is often another man’s treasure. In this day of consciousness about waste and movements towards rec ycling, it is refreshing to see that local industrial waste is being put to good use.

The group at Stanhope Men’s Shed have entered an arrangement with the local Fonterra factory to remove as much of the packaging waste that comes with the new machines and equipment they are installing as part of their makeover. The material is put to good use, particularly with some of the members and as a marketable product to local farmers.

The proceeds are then used to improve

the facility of the Men’s Shed with new equipment and new projects.

Coor dinator for the Men’s Shed, Des Crichton said, “We have taken out hundreds of trailer and truckloads of old packaging material that we have had to rent additional storage space and with the proceeds, we have purchased a forklift to help handle the material. Where a lot of men’s Shed rely upon grants, we have become self-sustainable.”

In recognition of their recycling efforts, at the National Men’s Shed Awards this month, the Stanhope Men’s Shed received an award for Outstanding Recycling/ Upcycling Activity.

September 2019

Ready for the WITH the beginning of the bowls season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to get your hands on some new gear. Now 12 months under the new name and ownership, Shepparton Bowls Shop have all your lawn bowling needs covered. From a range of bowls, bags, shoes, to clothing, hats and accessories; Sheppar ton Bowls Shop is your one stop shop to get you ready for the bowls season.

The team have also brought back their Reward Your Club program this season.

Just shop in-store or online and let Lee

greens

and Chantel know which club you bowl with to earn gift cards and sponsorship for your club.

Sheppar ton Bowls Shop co-owner, Chantel Wakenshaw said, “We like to support the clubs that support us and the Reward Your Club program allows us to do just that.”

Keep an eye out on their Facebook page (Shepparton Bowls Shop) for upcoming specials and deals as well.

Visit the store at 101 Fr yers Street, Shepparton, call 5821 1556 or shop online at www.sheppartonbowlsshop.com.au

ALL YOUR BOWLING NEEDS… Shepparton Bowls Shop owners Chantel and Lee Wakenshaw will help you get prepared for the bowling season. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Redevelopment underway for Mooroopna aged care WORK is progressing on the $20 million redevelopment of Shepparton Village’s Mooroopna-based aged care home to be known as Mooroopna Place.

Work on the old building began in July this year with the demolition of what was previously Waratah Lodge.

Two other facilities, Boronia House and Grevillea Lodge are being entirely gutted

and redeveloped to hold 60 beds, while a new wing containing 40 beds will be constructed on the old Waratah Lodge site.

Nicholson Construction won the tender for the work and recently appointed Tatura-based Dennis Meka as one of two site supervisors for the project.

As site foreman, Dennis will work with site manager Greg McCalman to supervise

all employees and contractors on site over the course of the build.

Sheppar ton Villages chief executive officer, Kerri Rivett said, “Shepparton Villages and Nicholson Construction are committed to using local contractors as much as possible as part of the project, and we are looking forward to putting our experience gained in the construction of

Maculata Place at Tarcoola, in to practice here in Mooroopna.”

Funded entirely by Shepparton Villages, Mooroopna Place is due for completion at the end of 2020. A fundraising campaign, A Place to Call Home is running to raise money to help furnish Mooroopna Place.

For more details, contact Sheppar ton Villages on 5832 0800.

CONSTRUCTION COMMENCES… From left, Nicholson Construction site supervisor, Greg McCalman and site foreman, Dennis Meka are at work on the redevelopment of Shepparton Village’s Mooroopnabased aged care home, Mooroopna Place. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

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September 2019

Live life, live well IF YOU are retired or semi-retired and wish to remain mentally alert and active, then the Goulburn Valley University of the Third Age (GVU3A) might be for you.

GVU3A, based in Shepparton, provides social, physical and intellectual programs for people over 55. There are no qualifications to join – you just have to have the desire to become involved.

There are 35 groups or classes to choose from, which include board and card games, book clubs, walking groups and exercise classes, arts and crafts, discussion groups, writing, foreign language, local history, literature and science classes and plenty more on offer as well.

Don’t be put off by the term ‘university’; there are no exams.

It’s simply a community of people who follow their interests.

On Wednesday, October 16 from 10am to 3pm, there will be a forum held in the GVU3A hall focusing on the art and practice of growing old gracefully. Guest speakers include Professor Christina Bryant, the Hon Jeanette Powell, Sing

JOIN THE COMMUNITY… From left, GVU3A committee members, Gael Thompson, Jan Maude, Sue Walmsley, Kerrie Midgley, president Allan Wilson, and committee members Ray Watt and Elizabeth Lee. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Australia Choir and many more who will talk about life, fitness, retirement and living your best life.

Tickets are $10, with tea and lunch provided. For more

information, call 0409 703 868 or 5821 3333 or purchase tickets by October 10 at www.trybooking.com/533301

Hearing aids need not break the bank

HELPING WITH HEARING… Goulburn Valley Hearing Clinic client, Wilma White gets a hearing aid fitted by audiologist, Belinda Schmedje. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

MOST seniors, particularly men, are possibly like me, reluctant to do something about the fact that our loss of hearing is driving everyone else in the house crazy.

We hear from others that it is costly and for those on a pension, the cost can seem prohibitive. We hear numbers like $1,000 and shut down any further thinking.

It doesn’t have to be like that according to practice manager at Goulburn Valley Hearing Clinic, Dierdre Robertson.

“The Australian Government subsidises the cost of hearing aids for eligible Age and DVA pensioners. At Goulburn Valley Hearing Clinic, we provide a level 2 hearing aid free* to these eligible pensioners.

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“People simply need to schedule a test with one of our audiologists and they will provide you with the information you need to make a decision on whether to proceed with the free hearing aid or not.”

Basic hearing aids are level 1 technology.

However, Goulburn Valley Hearing Clinic provides better level 2 technology as a matter of course.

If you have reached the point where neighbours are complaining about how loud your TV is, contact Goulburn Valley Hearing Clinic on 5821 6600 and make an appointment for a hearing test. *Conditions Apply.

September 2019

Planning for a good

retirement

GET the benefits of retirement living now and move in and enjoy independent living at Doutta Galla Harmony Village.

Doutta Galla Harmony Village resident, Di Clayton was emphatic, “People leave it too late to move into a place like this.

The units here are like living in any block of units except all the problems are taken care of.”

Independent living is exactly that, people over 55 living independently. You can come and go as you please and family and friends are welcome to visit or stay at any time. Life at the village allows you to continue to participate in the outside community, and provides social activities and a community within the village as well.

Independent living unit coordinator, Deb Russell said, “Harmony Village offers quality of life, independence, a secure living environment, fully maintained home unit and an established native garden. Best of all, the two and three-bedroom units are fully refurbished before they are sold, and there is no stamp duty

Great opportunity to get IN OCTOBER, Greater Shepparton City Council is joining in to celebrate the more than one million Victorians aged 60+ who make such a valuable contribution to our society.

The Victorian Seniors Festival runs annually throughout the month of October and provides a great opportunity for locals to get out and about in their community, with more than 2000 events and activities to be held around the state.

For local residents, there will be 32 activities held in Greater Sheppar ton for seniors. The activities will include a Cultural Bus Tour to visit local places of significance of our multicultur al communities, as well as Barefoot Bowls, Festival Country Concert, Seniors Gala Dinner, Movie Matinee, River Heritage Walk and Talk, Seniors Trivia Afternoon, Historic Tour, Vaudeville Show, Nature Photography, Seniors Painting Day, The Pleasures of Gardening and much, much more.

Greater Sheppar ton Cit y Council ’s S enior s Fe s ti v al B o oklet cont ain s details on all 32 events, as well as more information on the Victorian Seniors Festival. The booklet can be found online

or Council rates to pay when you purchase a unit.”

Harmony Village is right next to the Shepparton Marketplace, with the East Shepparton Bowls Club just across the road. The village even has its own bus stop right out the front.

Some residents who have lived in the village since it opened in 2005 now live in the adjacent Residential Aged Care Facility, meaning residents continue to have care options as they age.

If you are interested in inspecting the facility or getting further information on independent living, call Harmony Village Shepparton on 5831 7921.

JOIN THE VILLAGE… Units are now available for independent living at Doutta Galla Harmony Village. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

out and about LOADS OF CHOICE… Echucabased musician, Jefferson Smith will be performing at the Festival Country Concert at Riverlinks as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival. Photo: Supplied.

at w w w.greatershepparton.com.au, at council’s offices or at local community hubs and agencies.

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