Seniors Feature September 2020

Three lady residents from Tarcoola Village at Shepparton Villages get some exercise while delivering the mail. From left, Maree Brown, Edie Poliness and Barbara Wright.

Photo: Steve Hutcheson

Seniors are VIPs at AHS Tatura Pharmacy

THE convenience of having important items such as groceries and medications delivered to your door has become even more imperative in recent months.

Not only does AHS Tatura Pharmacy offer a free delivery service in Tatura on weekdays, they are also distributors for the complimentary ‘The Seniors Newspaper’, included in your delivery or collected when you are in store.

Offering personalised and professional advice from pharmacists, which includes MedsChecks and Webster packing®, AHS Tatura Pharmacy also offers seniors a special discount of 10 percent on Wednesdays for all items excluding prescriptions and stock knitting and sewing supplies.

A local pharmacy where you are greeted by familiar faces who understand your needs means tasks such as blood pressure

Eye Care Announcement:

As recommended by the Optometry Association of Australia, with careful hygiene and distancing protocols in place, we have returned to normal services and are happy for anyone wishing to have an eye test to book a suitable time with the optometrist of your choice.

We apologise for any delay as we are experiencing high demand for our services

Please Call 5821 2811 with any questions or book your appointment online.

98 Maude St Shepparton | 5821 2811

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monitoring and MedsChecks are stress-free and conveniently close to home.

The welcoming team at AHS Tatura

Mooroopna Place on track for 2021 opening

THE $20M Mooroopna Place residential aged care redevelopment is on schedule for completion in October.

Part of the Shepparton Villages, Mooroopna Place is located at Rodney Park Village in Knight Street Mooroopna, and will be home to 100 residents.

The building comprises 60 beds to the rear of the site to be known as Campbell Court, and 40 beds at the front to be known as Varapodio Way. Both wings are joined by a modern reception area with hairdressing salon, games area, bar and wellness centre.

The single rooms all have their own ensuite, and each wing houses a large communal dining area, lounges, activity areas, guest visitor rooms for families of palliative residents, and a library nook. Outdoor courtyards and entertainment areas, as well as garden beds and

Pharmacy is located at 151 Hogan Street, Tatura and can be contacted on 5824 1043 for any enquiries.

barbecue areas are all part of a contemporary setting.

Residents and staff from Acacia House at the Shepparton Villages Tarcoola site will relocate to Campbell Court in February 2021 and current expressions of interest for beds at Mooroopna Place are being taken by Helen Mathieson on 5832 0800.

Caring for our seniors

Waranga Health is a 36 bed aged-care facility. It consists of a four bed, acute care unit, a district nursing service and outpatient ambulatory consulting services. There is also a dedicated palliative care suite and respite bed.

Resident rooms each contain a private ensuite, builtin wardrobe, an electric bed to ensure comfort and safety, an armchair and a bedside table.

If you or a family member are considering going into care, please call for a detailed information pack or we are available to answer any questions you may have.

THE TEAM AT AHS TATURA PHARMACY... From left, Heath Robbins, Louise Robbins and Tracy Lowry. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

MOOROOPNA PLACE... To be opened in October, will be home to 100 residents. Photo: Supplied.

Holistic approach to your health and wellbeing

TRACEY Visser, a qualified allied health assistant and massage therapist, is welcoming people back to her studio as Coronavirus pandemic restrictions ease.

Her studio, Core Strength Health and Wellness, offers a holistic approach to people’s health and wellbeing by offering power-assisted Pilates sessions and therapeutic massage with a focus on gentle movements to aid her clients in their health journey.

After her own health crisis, Tracey’s

passion for rehabilitation and getting moving again after a period of inactivity began, giving her personal insight into the challenges associated with regaining strength, mobility and flexibility.

Tracey’s studio offers personalised oneon-one sessions and works closely with a range of physiotherapists, osteopaths, nutritionists and other health professionals to ensure a multifaceted approach to your

aging health needs.

Remaining active is key to maintaining independence and quality of life as we age and Tracey is available to help people get moving again or improve their health at her studio, located at Shop 4 Tower Arcade, 222 Maude Street, Shepparton. Get in touch with Tracey to book a free trial session on 5858 5657.

Reputable home care

provider shines above

COMMUNITY Interlink is a shining beacon in community support, according to a Community Interlink service recipient and their carer.

Such commendation is frequently received by the organisation, according to Tricia Van De Paverd, acting divisional director, community care of the consortium’s lead agency, GV Health.

“We receive a phenomenal number of compliments every year,” Ms Van De Paverd said.

“Community Interlink is a local, public health service alliance that people know they can trust. That’s especially important in the new open Home Care Package market where profit-driven private providers now exist.”

When the consortium formed in 2015, it was thought to be an Australian-first and involved the major health providers

and hospitals in the Hume and Southern Riverina regions and smaller regional providers like the Euroa Health and Benalla Health services all taking action ahead of 2017 reforms to home care.

“The consortium’s shared philosophy and commitment to supporting local people with local services, local health jobs and local businesses, benefits the entire region,” Ms Van De Paverd said.

“We hire only thoroughly checked, reputable businesses, to support our clients who provide services such as home maintenance, gardening, cleaning, personal care and allied health therapies.”

Community Interlink was awarded the 2019 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards ‘Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Award’ for excellence in public sector aged care.

GET MOVING AGAIN... Clients Kath O’Donnell and Lauretta Bovalino with Core Strength Health and Wellness owner, Tracey Visser (centre). Photo: Stephanie Holliday.

FOOT PAIN?

Shepparton Foot Clinic is open for your foot health concerns.

As an essential service industry we are providing safe foot health care to the Goulburn Valley community. So if you have any foot concerns please feel safe to call us for an appointment.

A place to thrive among likeminded people

IMAGINE a relaxed, stress-free lifestyle akin to 5-star resort style living.

At Lifestyle Shepparton, homeowners enjoy exclusive access to luxurious facilities including a gym, cinema and swimming pool.

Many Lifestyle Shepparton homeowners spend their spare time embracing a wealth of new activities such as yoga, aerobics classes, dancing, woodwork or attend wellness seminars and other social calendar events.

A place where you can breathe easy and shift the focus back on your health, wellness and interests among other like-minded over50s is within your reach in Greater Shepparton.

Unlike a retirement village, at Lifestyle Communities homeowners

on 5822 1855 or book online at sheppartonfootclinic.com.au

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own their home and lease the land upon which their homes are located, via a weekly fee.

Discover your opportunity for an affordable, five-star lifestyle by viewing the available homes at Lifestyle Shepparton located at 65 Channel Road. Alternatively, call Lifestyle Shepparton on 5821 5155 or visit www.lifestyleshepparton.com.au.

Dementia shouldn’t mean discrimination

IN the electorate of Nicholls there are an estimated 3,735 people living with dementia, which is expected to increase to 5,650 by 2058. Findings from a survey conducted by Dementia Australia reveal just how big an issue discrimination is for people living with dementia, and is calling on our communities to make change.

During the recent Dementia Action Week, Dementia Australia shared one tip a day showing simple ways to support people living

with dementia. These included tips such as:

• Encouraging sufferers to stay active and healthy

• Creating a dementia-friendly home environment

• How to give people with dementia their space

Living with dementia changes how people experience the world. People can experience changes to their memory, intellect, rationality,

social skills and physical functioning.

Many people experience other changes too. Changes in how people relate to them. People might stop talking to them, staying in touch and inviting them to things. That’s not dementia, it’s discrimination.

To find out how you can make a difference to the lives of Australians impacted by dementia please visit dementia.org.au/ dementia-action-week.