THE Y CHIFLEY HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTRE CANBERRA’S LEADERS IN SENIOR HEALTH AND FITNESS

The Y Chifley Health and Wellness Centre is a community-based gym which focuses on helping members of the community to live happier, healthier lifestyles through movement. Whether you are wanting to join in on the fun in a group fitness class, gain strength in the gym, improve your balance and work on your flexibility in a Yoga class, the Y Chifley offers it all. The Centre includes a fully equipped gym and group fitness room with a wide range of group classes to cater for people of all ages, abilities and fitness levels.

We also have Accredited Exercise Physiologists available for one-on-one sessions to help you reach your health goals. An Accredited Exercise Physiologist is an allied health professional who has all the knowledge and skills to design a tailored exercise program to individuals for a range of medical conditions, injuries and/or disabilities.

From the moment you walk in the door, we are confident you will feel right at home.

See what some of our wonderful members have to say: “I was 30 kilos heavier before I attended the Y, and now at 75 I feel fitter than I have ever been in my life!” – Joan

“When I lost my best mate of 50 years in 2016, my wonderful family helped to fill the void, but the YMCA did the rest. I love people and each day I meet such genuine people from such varied backgrounds and careers. This social connection is so important to me and the amazing staff have created a real community where everyone is important. As the saying goes ‘you can’t stop getting older, but you can stop getting old’.” – Brenda

We are located in The Chifley Health and Wellness Building, 71 MacLaurin Crescent, Chifley.

To get started, feel free to call us on 6281 0124 or pop in during our business hours.

E: activey@ymca.org.au

W: www.ymcacanberra.org.au

HELEN KING HEARING SOLUTIONS OFFERS HEARING AID TEST-DRIVE

Nothing pleases Helen King more than helping someone break the sound of silence.

Helen says: “Conducting hearing tests and presenting results is straightforward, but dealing with the psychology of someone getting a divorce from their hearing, no matter what their age, isn’t. Clients go through the full range of emotions, including denial, anger and, finally, acceptance.

“It can be hard to live, work or socialise with someone who has a hearing problem, but it’s important to understand that the motivation to get tested or not, or to try a hearing aid or not, is complex,” says Helen.

Helen learned early to suggest clients test-drive a hearing aid like they’d do a car they’re thinking of buying.

“I tell them they have nothing to lose … if they’re not happy they can return it,’ she says.

“I’d rather them take the time testing one than be forced into spending money on a hearing aid that ends up as an expensive drawer filler.”

Helen believes it is imperative clients make an informed choice and provides two-hour initial appointments to ensure the opportunity for clients to ask questions in a relaxed environment, tailor the hearing aids to suit the individual’s needs, and discuss expectations.

“I became an audiometrist to help people once again enjoy life’s special moments.”

Helen is excited about the new technologies available to her clients today. Having worked in the industry for 35 years, she has seen hearing aids change from analogue (making adjustments with a tiny screwdriver!) to digital hearing aids today, featuring Bluetooth technology that ensures ease of streaming phone calls, music and audio books, and technology more capable of reducing background noise and enhancing speech.

WAKEFIELD GARDENS SURGERY: TIME-HONOURED INNER NORTH FAMILY PRACTICE

Knowledge and experience matters, especially when it comes to you and your family’s primary health care. Wakefield Gardens Surgery is proud to say they have looked after generations of Canberran families, with patients who have been associated with the practice for over 50 years. A true family practice, located in Canberra’s Inner North, Wakefield Gardens Surgery’s primary goal has remained constant over the decades: to provide quality, comprehensive medical services within a friendly, caring environment.

For more information on becoming a new patient, please contact reception at 6257 4086. You can also learn more about their capable team and the services provided at wgs.net.au

DEMENTIA SUPPORT AUSTRALIA: HELPING PEOPLE WHO LIVE WITH DEMENTIA TO STAY AT HOME LONGER

Staying at Home is a free carer wellbeing and respite program designed to empower and upskill carers to support a person living with dementia to remain at home for as long as possible. With a strong focus on wellbeing and self-care, carers will be equipped to navigate the complexities and challenges of supporting a person living with dementia. As part of the program, the person living with dementia is o ered an introduction to respite and receives tailored, individual support to continue meaningful and enjoyable activities for longer.

T: 1800 699 799

E: stayathome@dementia.com.au

W: www.dementia.com.au/dsa-staying-at-home

If you are interested in this FREE carer wellbeing and respite program, scan the QR Code, call 1800 699 799 or visit dementia.com.au/dsa-staying-at-home

JIM’S CLEANING PROVIDES NDISAPPROVED HELP IN THE HOME

As senior citizens, a professional cleaning service can be the key to independence in retirement.

That’s why Jim’s Cleaning is proudly part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, delivering expert cleaning services for your home whether your NDIS plan is self-managed, plan managed, or NDIA-managed.

Jim’s has a wide range of professional cleaning services on o er, including:

• Vacuuming and mopping floors

• Dusting and wiping surfaces

• Kitchen cleaning, including sinks, taps, benches and microwaves

• Bathrooms, including toilets, showers and baths

• Other tailored tasks

• Spring cleans

• Deep house cleans

• Vacate cleans

After 20+ years in the industry, Jim’s Cleaning is Australia’s leading home and commercial cleaning service and ensures that you are only ever in the best of hands. Their extensive network of franchisees in Canberra are all independently owned small businesses, fully insured, police checked, and come with a satisfaction guarantee.

At Jim’s Cleaning, the top goal is to help clients gain independence in their lives by cleaning to suit the individual’s needs, whether they struggle with strenuous housework, or just want more time on their hands to spend on the things that matter.

Every domestic setting has di erent and important needs to ensure the client meets their goal. That’s why each visit will be tailored to the needs of the customer that day. Jim’s Cleaning services can be completed daily, weekly, monthly, or as a once-o visit.

They o er open communication with all service providers, self-managed participants, and cleaners, to make sure each visit to your home is a success.

Testimonial

“Amazing … they got back to me in a timely manner and provided a quote the next day. I had less than a week to have the clean finalised, and they managed to squeeze me in to the schedule. They were friendly, helpful and did an amazing job.” – Ash

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