Seniors Feature February 2018

LIVING THE GOOD LIFE… Local Shepparton residents, Garry and Glenda Smith take time out to enjoy a game of croquet. Photo: Supplied

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INSIDE: Take control of your digital devices Page 22

Our ageing population Page 26

Your local community gardens Page 28

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February 2018

A place to learn and enjoy the art of knitting DROP IN, EXPLORE AND ENJOY… Ellis Bargain Yarns and More proprietors, Darren Ellis and Marian Reeves invite you come in, relax and enjoy a yarn or two. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

TATURA’S NEW PHARMACIST… Tatura Pharmacy dispensary technician, Angela Stammers, pharmacy assistant, Tracy Lowry, pharmacist, Heath Robbins, pharmacy assistants, Gaye Eaton and Jo Clarke. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Heath joins the team TATURA Pharmacy is very excited to introduce our new pharmacist in charge, Heath Robbins.

A born and bred country boy, Heath and his family have made the decision to relocate from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne back to our great little town and we couldn’t be happier!!

Make sure you say hi next time you come in and have a chat to him about what Co-Enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) might be able to do for you. It’s a staff favourite here and one of the most beneficial vitamins for seniors.

The all-round health advantage of taking this enzyme is quite remarkable.

CoQ10 is naturally present in every cell of the body, but higher concentrations are found in organs with higher energy requirements such as the liver, kidneys and

heart, hence it contributes a pivotal role in energy production along with healthy heart function, immune support and general cardiovascular health.

Although we gain extra CoQ10 through a balanced diet and consumption of foods like meat and fish, some prescription medications, such as those which lower cholesterol (known as ‘statins’) can lower the levels of CoQ10 in the body leading to energy loss. Simply by taking 1 capsule a day this little wonder pill can help to keep you at optimal health and your Co-Enzyme Q10 levels where they need to be.

Although we highly recommend this product it may not be for everyone, please always seek the advice of your doctor or trusted local pharmacist. Visit Tatura Pharmacy at 151 Hogan Street, Tatura or call them on 5824 1043.

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By Nicholise Garner RECENTLY, my nine year old asked me to teach him how to knit, but the truth is, he’d have a better chance of teaching me!

Far from my specialty, I have simply no idea about these things. In perfect timing, I have just learnt that Ellis Bargain Yarns and More offer a free after school program where they teach children how to knit.

Ellis Bargain Yarns and More business co-owner, Marian Reeves said, “Together, my husband, Darren and I have a real love of knitting and crocheting, and luckily we’ve been able to combine our passion to form a business. We have set up our store in such a way that we invite people to drop in and just

relax, making it a space where customers can socialise and enjoy crocheting or knitting with like minded people.”

Marian and Darren have created a space where people can enjoy friendships, share ‘yarns’ and work on their projects. Ellis Bargain Yarns and More have a great variety of stock including ‘ICE’ yarn brand.

Marian said, “Some people love knitting so much and want to sell their work so we also offer that opportunity with hand made items also available for sale.”

Drop into Ellis Bargain Yarns and More at Shop 4, 302-308 Tirana City Walk, Wyndham Street, Shepparton or call 4000 3535 for more information.

February 2018

Get in fast to secure your lot of choice

TAKE A LEAF OUT OF MACCA’S BOOK… From left, Kensington Gardens manager, Peter Stanbrook with Kensington Gardens home owner, Ian “Macca” McDougall. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THERE is access to bike and walking paths from Kensington Gardens, all the way to Mooroopna and all over Shepparton, which makes for an easy stroll and beautiful bush scenery to explore.

Kensington Gardens home owner, Ian “Macca” McDougall said, “We moved here in December from Lakes Entrance and we just love the place. We’d visited our friends here and were so impressed with the size of the house lots, the caravan storage facilities, the Country Club and all facilities in general, that we decided to move here ourselves.

“It only took around five months for our home to be built and we couldn’t be happier with the result. The bike and walking paths are sensational, so many of the home owners here enjoy daily walks.”

Kensington Gardens manager, Peter Stanbrook said, “A real point of difference

at Kensington Gardens is our large house lots and home design choice. While home owners may want to downsize, they still have the option of three and four bedroom homes enabling them to enjoy visitors or to have extra space for their hobbies.”

Currently available at Kensing ton Gardens, from stage two, out of 70 lots there are only 19 lots available. Stage four (24 lots in total) is now open and construction is underway and there are currently only eight lots available. Stage five consists of 37 lots and is currently in at council planning for the final design and approval. Stage five is anticipated to begin in approximately eight to 12 months.

Visit Kensington Gardens Lifestyle Estate at 80 Channel Road, Shepparton and look into securing your future home and lifestyle.

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RELAXING AND ENJOYABLE… Mooroopna Golf Club members, Leo Berry and Helen Kiss, golf club ladies captain, Sandy O’Connor, member, Col Whitlaw and head golf professional, Reanna Matthews.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Golf really is for anybody GOLF is not only a fantastic sport for any person at any age, but it can also be good for your health. Walking an average course for a round of golf can be between five to seven kilometres and playing golf regularly can help you stay fit, improve muscle tone and endurance, lose weight and body fat and it’s also relaxing and very enjoyable.

Mooroopna Golf Club manager, Craig Prothero said, “We’re just over the bridge from Shepparton and only 8 to 10 mins from Kialla, I would like to invite people to come and have a look at what this gorgeous course has on offer.”

With two resident golf pro’s and a pro shop on hand, the club to offers members and visitors that extra personal service and

assistance. Recently the club has undertaken a prog ram of course improvements including the rebuilding of greens and fairways maintaining the club’s reputation as being at the forefront of golfing and bowls.

Craig said, “We pride ourselves as being a friendly and harmonious club and new players are always welcome. I’d like to encourage people of all ages and sexes to call in and see just what we have to offer.”

Drop-in to Mooroopna Golf Club at 2 Fairway Drive, Mooroopna or call 5825 4135 to ask about their free courtesy bus Friday and Saturday nights. For more information, visit www.mooroopnagolfclub. com or phone the Pro Shop on 5825 2811.

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February 2018

Five critical questions you need answered about entering aged care THE emotional and financial upheaval of moving a family member into residential aged care is a daunting experience. If the complexities involved seem overwhelming, then perhaps some professional advice can help.

You may have already had contact with an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) or Aged Care Assessment Services in Victoria to decide if residential aged care is an option.

ACAT approval, however, is only the start of the process. There is a maze of legislation, entitlements and Centrelink assessments to contend with, as you may already have discovered.

Fortunately, help is at hand to aid you and your loved one to cope with all this. RI Advice has identified five key questions that most people in this situation will need to have answered to alleviate worry and avoid spending more than is necessary to achieve the best care. These questions are what are the accommodation options, how much is it going to cost, does the family home need to be sold, what are the impacts on the age pension and how can ongoing income be maximised?

Sandy Miller from RI Advice said, “My speciality is in helping people find the right answers to these questions to ease the financial burden and make the transition as smooth as possible.

“Our professional and qualified advice can show how to structure their financial affairs to reduce the aged care fees and provide them with ongoing income opportunities.

“Why face these questions alone, when you can get expert advice based on real experience with the aged care system, and our advice is backed by one of Australia’s most trusted financial advisory groups, with over 30 years experience and 110 offices throughout

FINANCIAL PLANNING… RI Advice proprietor, Sandy Miller helps to answer your questions relating to easing the financial burden. Photo: Supplied.

Australia.”

To give you a more in-depth understanding, RI Advice is hosting an educational forum that will explore answers to these questions in detail on Wednesday, April 25 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. RSVP by April 15 on 5831 3833.

Find RI Advice at 137 Maude Street, Shepparton.

Take control of your digital devices THE world we live in today is run by technology and the rise of digital devices happened quite quickly…so where does that leave those who were left behind during the technology revolution? Those who may not even know how to turn an iPad on or take and send a photo using a mobile phone?

Well not only are there a number of selfteach videos available on Seniors Online to help you get the most out of your mobile phone, tablet or home computer, but there

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are many services available locally where you can be shown the ins and outs of your digital device.

Contact the local U3A (5821 3333), South Shepparton Community Centre (5821 6172) or Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre (5825 1774), who run a range of classes and activities that will help you become a pro with your digital devices in no time…you might even end up being able to teach your grandchildren a thing or two.

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February 2018

For the love of family

By Nicholise Garner PRESUMABLY, the family home is special because it’s where you feel most comfortable, surrounded by people who know you, protect you and understand your nuances. Rumbalara Elders Facility operates as a family. The play and fun, cheekiness and personal approach spreads throughout the facility between staff and elders alike.

On entering Rumbalara Elders Facility, I was greeted warmly at the reception desk by cleaner, Virginia Whitley who talked to me about her love of the job and how much she looks forward to coming to work each and every day. Virginia showed me through a number of photographs where she was dressed up in costumes and even one from when she’d brought her pony in to celebrate ‘Oaks Day’ with the residents. The pony was treated to a makeover and fun was had by all. This is the kind of warmth that I have witnessed each and every time I’ve visited.

Rumbalara Elders Facility nurse unit manager, Donna Duncanson described staff at the facility as a team, a family. In fact, Donna said that all staff refer to the elders as ‘auntie’ or ‘uncle’ out of respect.

Donna said, “Rumbalara is a place like no other, we truly support each other like a family. Recently one of our elders passed away and we all (elders included) took a bus to Melbourne to attend the funeral service. We value our elders and their families deeply, even caring for family members who come to visit the service. If we know they need support, we’ll be sure to help to make appointments and ensure they’re being looked after.”

The staff in this wonderful facility are making lives happier through the inclusion and compassion that is clearly the underpinning philosophy of Rumbalara Elders Facility.

For more information, phone 5820 6200 or visit Rumbalara Elders Facility at 95 Ford Road, Shepparton.

ENJOYING A LAUGH TOGETHER… From left, Rumbalara Elders Facility team member, Virginia Whitely, elder, ’auntie’ Kitty McCormick, team member, Matthew James, nurse unit manager and Murri woman (QLD), Donna Duncanson and elder, ‘uncle’ Rex Hudson. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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VICTORIAN SENIORS

SUPPORTING SENIORS WITH GOOD ADVICE… Tatura Doctors, Dr Pablo Chakma talks about staying well in the later years. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Advice for seniors TATURA Doctors is a medical practice located in the main street of Tatura and offers a Bulk Billing service from Monday to Friday between 9am and 6pm and 9am to 1pm Saturday and Sunday.

At Tatura Doctors you’ll be met with approachable male and female doctors who will listen to you with real empathy and a strong interest in understanding your needs. They have a passion for improving and maintaining the health of all patients along with the ability to empathise and communicate with people of a diverse range of backgrounds.

Tatura Doctors, Dr Pablo Chakma said, “At Tatura Doctors, as a general practice, we work with a variety of patients and health requirements. For seniors, particularly 70 and above when people

tend to be more fragile, it’s very important to maintain good health by staying active, knowing your own physical limitations and being sure to do things properly to avoid injury.

“Decline in vision and hearing can make seniors more vulnerable to accidents and injuries. Another concern for our seniors is their mental health, especially in relation to loneliness and depression. I’d advice seniors to seek help sooner, rather than later should you feel that you’re not coping well.”

Conveniently located behind Tatura Pharmacy, it’s an easy walk through the pharmacy to Tatura Doctors. Phone 5824 2218 or visit Tatura Doctors at 151 Hogan Street, Tatura.

Our ageing population Greater Shepparton population 63,837 Age

Greater Shepparton (%)

50-54 years 55-59 years 60-64 years 65-69 years 70-74 years 75-79 years 80-84 years 85 years & over

4,301 (6.7) 4,111 (6.4) 3,802 (6.0) 3,512 (5.5) 2,658 (4.2) 2,050 (3.2) 1,444 (2.3) 1,484 (2.3)

SOURCE: Australian Bearueu of Statistics

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37% of the Greater Shepparton population is aged 50 & above

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Your local community gardens THERE really is nothing quite like getting your hands dirty and helping see something grow from a seed that you have planted and nurtured, and what’s better, is being able to do this in a community garden.

There are a few community gardens in and around Shepparton and we have put the list together for you.

Donations If you have excess soil, mulch, seeds and seedlings, fruit bins, gardening equipment you no longer need, anything used in the garden, you can help any of these community gardens to flourish. Please contact Greater Shepparton City Council healthy communities branch on (03)5832 9431 or email healthycommunities@shepparton.vic.gov.au

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• SPC Ardmona KidsTown 7287 Midland Highway, Shepparton/ Mooroopna Phone: (03) 5832 9431 • Salvation Army Shepparton Corner Orr and Nixon Street, Shepparton Phone: (03) 5821 2666 • Tatura Community House 14/16 Casey Street, Tatura Phone: (03) 5824 1315 • Yitjawudik Men’s Recovery Centre 985 Toolamba Road, Toolamba Phone: (03) 5826 5217 • North Shepparton Community garden 10/14 Parkside Drive, Shepparton Phone: (03) 5821 5770

Easy exercises THE best thing about exercise is it doesn’t take much to begin. All you need is a little motivation and the rest will come easy. So, too, will the benefits.

Here are a few exercises you can do at home that has been put together by seniorsonline.vic.gov.au

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For further information on starting to exercise, visit w w w.bet terhealth.vic.gov.au / health / healthyliving / exercise-programs and www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/-/ media/seniors/images/emag/2017/its-your-move/exercisechart-2017.pdf?la=en&hash=297771CB2D33732B6

February 2018

WANDER TO BREAKFAST AT YOUR OWN LEISURE… Roy Eliason enjoys helping himself to the breakfast buffet at Banksia Lodge. Photo: Supplied

The enjoyment of sharing a meal W H EN you sit down for a meal at Shepparton Villages you are presented with a menu of selections – much the same as when you are dining out. The enjoyment of sharing a meal, selecting from a menu and lingering over the table with friends and conversation is a big part of life for residents at Shepparton Villages.

Shepparton Villages CEO, Kerri Rivett said, “The approach to meal times is what sets us apart. Our residents want to choose from a selection of hot and cold meals, rather than be told that today is “roast day.”

Meal choice ex tends to breakfast where each of the six Shepparton Villages residential facilities offers a buffet breakfast so residents can help themselves.

“If they choose, residents can wander to breakfast at a time that suits them, and help themselves to whatever they feel like from the breakfast bar,” Ms Rivett said.

“Ou r chef also does pop up hot breakfasts with bacon and eggs that are very popular. We all enjoy food choices in our daily lives and that shouldn’t change as we age.”

Aged care doesn’t have to be difficult Let us help you through the financial steps Planning for aged care can be a stressful time. But early planning and good advice can help minimise the stress for you and your family.

You will face many personal and financial decisions as you make plans for your future.

We help you understand: · Aged Care options available · Costs associated with Aged Care · Best way to structure your finances to pay for the right level of care · Liaise with Centrelink to ensure maximum entitlements

Don’t risk paying too much.

Myles Martin Authorised Representative No 469825 & Accredited Aged Care Professional

Call our office today for a free Information Pack.

T: (03) 5831 1233 E: ozplan@mbmgroup.com.au www.mbmgroup.com.au

... for every stage of life AFSL: 221235 | ABN: 35 005 391 202

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Making life more comfortable HARVEY Norman has sourced a variety of high quality lift chairs, offering customers a range of designs to suit individual’s style and needs. Now in stock are a range of lift chairs, some of which have a weight capacity of up to 220kg.

Harvey Norman furniture proprietor, Catherine Rooke said, “Starting at just $799 these chairs are a huge help for so many people, especially for people who can’t get up like they used to, and there’s something to suit everyone’s personal style.

“Currently we have 16 lift chairs on display in store, some of which are Australian made and available in either fabric or leather.

“If you or a loved one needs assistance getting in or out of a chair, please feel free to visit our showroom to view these chairs and other furniture options.

And, as always when you buy from us, everything is backed by our exceptional customer service.”

Visit Harvey Norman Shepparton, 8025 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla or phone 5820 2980.

TRY OUT THE RANGE OF LIFT CHAIRS… Harvey Norman furniture franchisee, Catherine Rooke. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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