ACTIVE, HEALTHY & ENGAGED
FREE NEWSLETTER for older adults
2019
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autumn NEWS Welcome back to your Active Healthy Engaged Newsletter for April, May and June 2019! The beginning of the year has been wonderfully busy with new programs running, continuous delivery of services and of course, our popular 2019 Seniors Festival. Thank you to everyone who supported Council and attended events during these two weeks of celebration. Over 500 people took part in the 15 events offered by Council! The Mayoral lunch and the cocktail party were both a resounding success and we learnt a lot from our inaugural Carnival day where we had good fun (and great coffee) despite very average weather. What’s new at the centre? We’ve started an amazing dance program called Let’s Dance - with Ros Tinker. Let’s Dance runs on Thursday mornings in term 2. Ros is also running a new Book Discussion Group on Friday afternoon in term 2. On 2 May, we have a FREE Tech forum focusing on Cyber security. We are also running the Be Connected computer program. Finally, we have a talk at our community restaurant from Holdsworth HomeShare on 17 May. You can find more details on all these events inside. If you would like any information on our programs, activities or care services, please pop in to the centre, call us on 9978 4128 or email us at community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
9978 4128 | Civic Centre, Mosman Square Spit Junction community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au
Social Activities
Engage and have fun with many activities on offer
Eat & Drink
Enjoy themed lunches and entertainment programs
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Excursions
Explore incredible destinations around Sydney
Technology for Seniors Forum
Thursday 2 May, 2–4pm Mosman Square Seniors Centre Join us for a FREE technology forum about online safety and the Be Connected Program. Bring your devices - phones and tablets - and take part in the 'hands on' presentation with Christine from IT for Retirees. Topics covered will include: § Online Safety § Be Connected Program and how it can assist you Bookings essential phone 9978 4128 or visit trybooking.com/BBQCF
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purpose beyond self in older adults Here at Mosman Council Community Care we believe that older adults are one of society’s most undervalued resources. There is a need for purpose and connection at every stage of life. We all want something meaningful to do, something to look forward to and to be connected. We believe that our society needs new roles for older people to do what they do best, use their experience, passion and knowledge to mentor and guide the next generation as well as their own. If you are passionate about a subject and have experience in teaching, we would love to hear from you! Our Volunteers Coordinator, Jannat Ferdous, can assist you in starting something in your local community. Contact the Volunteers Office on 9978 4126 or email volunteer@mosman.nsw.gov.au. We want to see your ideas come to life.
“A society grows great when old people plant trees under whose shade they will never sit.” — Traditional Greek Proverb We are proud to introduce Ros Tinker, pictured here. Ros is a third generation ‘Mosmanite’ and skilled volunteer who will be facilitating two new programs here at the Seniors Centre. Ros has spent the last 55 years teaching high school and tertiary students and, more recently, students at Mosman Community College. She has taught a variety of subjects over the years in the health, communication and behavioural science fields. Ros has always loved to sing and dance and discuss the big questions of life. So it becomes her passion and pleasure now as a volunteer to facilitate healthy and fun activities with other folks her age. Join Ros’ Let’s Dance class on Thursday morning or her Book Discussion Group on Friday afternoon from the first week in May. We recommend you register early as numbers are strictly limited. Call today on 9978 4128 for registration and bookings.
be connected Be a part of the new Be Connected online learning platform - an initiative of the Australian Government to help you to get the most out of the internet. We are offering one hour FREE tuition help to get you registered and offer ongoing computer classes if required to help you master your device. When: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
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your wellbeing
Remaining Healthy and Active as we Age! A “Supercentenarian” is a person who lives significantly past 100 years of age, typically past 110. Madame Jeanne Louise Calment (pictured below) was born in Arles, France in 1875, the same year Emperor Kwang-Su assumed the Chinese throne and the Kiowa Native American Indian tribe finally surrendered to the United States. Mme Calment lived to age 122 and remained physically active and mentally sharp right until the end. At age 85 she took up fencing, rode a bike until she was 100, lived alone until 1985 (when she was 110) and smoked two cigarettes a day. She enjoyed a glass of port wine with her evening meal and ate one kilogram of dark chocolate every week. She outlived her husband, her daughter, her grandson AND her solicitor! The nurses in the home where she last lived say that she walked faster than anyone else there, despite being at least 30 years older. Mosman Council recently invited Professor Sue Kurrle of the University of Sydney to speak about what the latest research is telling us about dementia. Professor Kurrle introduced the audience to Mme Calment’s life story to highlight the importance of exercise and an active lifestyle as preventative measures against dementia. Recent studies indicate that some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the likelihood or delay the onset of dementia: • Do aerobic exercise for 30 minutes, five times a week. Think of it as flushing out your brain with wonderful oxygenated blood.
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• Do resistance training 2-3 times a week. Start by doing 10 hand weight curls every time you make a cup of tea. Professor Kurrle also recommended seated-to-standing exercises. See how many you can do in 30 seconds and try and increase the number every month as you improve. • Do mental exercises - Continue to learn and be curious throughout life. Never stop! Try complex mental activities such as learning new languages, musical instruments, chess, computer games and keeping up your social contact. • Get good sleep - Not too little, not too much. Eight hours a night is just right. • Eat the “Mediterranean Diet”, high in poly-unsaturated fats and green leafy vegetables. • Get your hearing checked and if you need an aid, use it. Although still not fully understood, research has indicated that there’s a link between poor hearing and dementia. • Menopausal women should talk to their GP about hormone replacement therapy, as oestrogen improves memory function. If you would like a copy of Professor Kurrle’s presentation please send an email to community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au. At the Mosman Seniors Centre we have several activities that can help keep your mind active, healthy and engaged, including: • Exercise classes. Try Zumba on a Friday morning to get your heart pumping, Gentle Exercises on Thursday, dance classes on Tuesdays, Thursday or Fridays and a walking group with Karen twice a month. See page 19 for our full calendar of activities. • Engage your brain by coming along to a University of the Third Age (U3A) lecture session on Wednesdays at the Seniors Centre, the Discussion Group on a Thursday, ‘Be Connected’ Computer training, Chess, Scrabble or Mahjong. • Hearing Australia visits the Centre once a quarter so book in to get your hearing aid tested for FREE. Our next Hearing Test dates are 26 March and 2 July from 1.30pm onwards. Call 9978 4128 to book your test.
older adultS: future research trials Macquarie University invites you to register to be a part of their research database for older adults interested in being a part of future research trials. As part of this database, you will receive information about research participation opportunities being conducted at the Macquarie University Centre for Emotional Health which aims at understanding mental health in adults aged over 60. To register, please complete the form which is available from the Seniors Centre. For more information: please contact Professor Viviana Wuthrich from Macquarie University on 9850 4866 or email viviana.wuthrich@mq.edu.au.
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social activities
dance for parkinsons
let’s dance
Come along and move to great variety of Our popular Dance for Parkinsons classes run on Friday mornings in the Hall of the music and rhythms. No partner necessary! Seniors Centre. This program is designed Get creative, have fun and enjoy the best to encourage healthy movement for people exercise of all! If you enjoyed Dance Delight living with Parkinsons or other mobility with Ros in Term 1 - and can’t wait to difficulties, and their carers. for Games 2 Call usSupport continue dancing - this program’s for you! bookings and details on this fun dance group. When: Thursday from 11.15am - 12.45pm All welcome. Followed by refreshments. MOSMAN For Bookings: please call 9978 4128 to When: Friday from 10.00am - 11.00am For the first time on the Lower North Shore comes the highly successful register your interest and join us 2 May! For Bookings: please call 9978 4128 Council in association nce for Parkinson’s program. This event is hosted by Mosman with Dance for Parkinson’s Australia.
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e: 10am - 11:30am Class runs for 1 hour. Please come a little early to register. Feel free to join us for refreshments and an opportunity to socialise afterwards.
Location: Mosman Square Seniors Centre, 1 Mosman Square, Mosman NSW 2088 Cost: TBC - bookings essential Contact: Mosman Community Care Bookings: 02 9978 4128
Book discussion group
LUNCHTIME CONCERT series
Join Ros Tinker every Friday to explore the wonderful world of books starting with ‘21 Lessons for the 21st Century’ by Noah Harari. Participants asked to purchase the book. When: Friday 1.30pm - 3.00pm Price: $50 for a 10 week term from 3 May. Refreshments provided. Call 9978 4128 to book.
Join us each month to enjoy a varied range of performers including Rock Bands, a Harpist or Brass Collective. Lunch is included. When: 4th Thursday of the month from 1.00pm - 2.30pm Price: $10, includes a light lunch For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
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your care team Benefits of Social Connection One of the services at Mosman Council which can help you to remain in your home longer is our Social Support program. Social Support is one-on-one assistance with everyday tasks such as shopping, visits to the doctor, hairdresser or even just going out for a social cup of tea with one of our qualified staff. In order to take advantage of our Social Support services, you will need to be registered with My Aged Care. Once you are registered, you will be entitled to use these services at the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) rate of $40 for two hours. If you qualify for a Home Care Package (HCP) from your My Aged Care assessment, the rate is $45 per hour (minimum 2 hours). For more information on how we can assist you to become more engaged with your community through this or other Social Support programs, please call the CARE team on 9978 4119.
art for fine motor skills
walking group
People at our Care CafĂŠ Sketch Class have been getting creative thanks to our Art program that was introduced early 2018. Designed for people living with Dementia and their friends, the program helps people maintain fine motor skills, bond with other like-minded people and has seen members create some great works of art for the Centre walls. We hope to hold an exhibition sometime in 2019. When: Monday 1.30pm - 4.00pm If you would like more information on our Art Classes, please call 9978 4119.
For older adults who enjoy the outdoors we have the Low Impact Walking Group led by our Community Care Support Worker, Karen. This group helps people to be confident walking outdoors and is a great opportunity to socialise. Walking Group meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 10.15am – 2.30pm. We eat lunch together after the walk. Bring your own or pre purchase a sandwich from our Mosman Meals Kitchen. If you are new to this group or for more information contact our CARE Team on 9978 4119.
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Contact Us Mosman Council Community Care is proud to be rolling out CareApp within our selected services. To find out more contact our CARE Team on 9978 4119 or email community.care@ mosman.nsw.gov.au
My Aged Care registration assistance
community links Mosman Community Care offers a Community Links program to support older people living in their own home. Support is provided by trained volunteers who assist with social support and various tasks such as shopping, outings, transport to appointments and other activities. For Bookings: please call 9978 4119
Did you know staff at the Mosman Seniors Centre can help with your My Aged Care registration? Registration is done over the phone and usually takes about 20 minutes. Your Medicare card number is required. Alternatively, you can register yourself with My Aged Care by calling 1800 200 422. Once registered with My Aged Care, a Regional Area Assessor will contact you to conduct a home visit and determine what supports you may need. These visits usually take about 60 to 90 minutes. Once this is complete you may receive referrals to Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) services. Mosman Council runs three CHSP services Transport, Meals and Social Support.
Upcoming Outings: 4 May Adventure through Centennial Parklands with lunch at Coogee 18 May Explore the Tramsheds in Forest Lodge
saturday social club A week-end Day Program for older adults affected by memory loss living in Mosman and neighbouring areas. The program offers stimulating activities and outings as well as a break for their carers. Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Lunch and morning tea are included. For Bookings: please call 9978 4119
1 June Explore Rozelle Collectors Market with lunch afterwards 15 June Visit to The Rocks Discovery Museum with lunch afterwards 6 July Explore Bonds Nursery in Terrey Hills with lunch at Narrabeen 20 July A visit to Manly Art Gallery with lunch at the Ivanhoe Hotel
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carers program caring for carers progam Every Wednesday 10am - 12pm
“The day that I stumbled into my first Carers meeting was the beginning of such a turning point in our lives. What a revelation! In no time we were laughing, sharing and getting to know one another. I have found a lovely group of people who have made me so welcome. We are educated, entertained and comforted each Wednesday and it lifts my spirits for the rest of the week. I encourage anyone who is a ‘Carer’ to take a look at what this group offers.” - Carers Group Participant Feedback
Carers Group celebrates 15 years!
Harnett Room, Mosman Council
Upcoming events: Wednesday 3 April Dementia NSW to discuss “Understanding and Responding to Changed Behaviours”. Wednesday 1 May Robyn Bradey, Grief Counsellor will talk on “Compassion Fatigue, Loss and Grief”. Wednesday 8 May Kellie Cooper, Advanced Care Planning Facilitator from Northern Area Health ill speak on “Advanced Care Planning and Directives”. Wednesday 15 May 10.30am – 12pm, Morning Tea at Café Jam. First Floor, Bridgepoint Shopping Centre. Please note, these programs are for carers only. If you would like to be a part of this group, please call Liz.
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In February Mosman Carers Group celebrated its 15th anniversary with a special morning tea attended by Cr Caroline Corrigan, the Mayor of Mosman. Cr Corrigan stressed how important the role of a carer is and congratulated those present for all they do for their loved ones, she said Council fully appreciated how hard a task it can be and was pleased to be able to provide support and information in the form of a weekly support group. The group has helped many people over the past 15 years and Cr Corrigan said Council looked forward to continuing this support, the regular guest speakers are so beneficial to those attending the sessions and the mutual support Carers give to one another is invaluable. If you are caring for a friend or family member and would like to attend the group, please ring Liz Nagel on 9978 4089, you would be very welcome to join this special and supportive
free hearing tests Hearing Australia is offering FREE hearing tests for older adults on 2 July here at the Centre. Bookings essential. Call 9978 4128.
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mosman meals “I have been so grateful for the meals following my shoulder surgery last month. I couldn’t move my arm. I tried to open a tin but I couldn’t grip it at all. I even tried to grip it between my knees, but that didn’t work! “The meals are excellent quality. I bought a couple of frozen meals from the supermarket but they were nowhere near as nice as these. I like the fresh vegies. I’m a vegies girl! I’ve been calling up each week with my order, paying with my credit card, and the meals are delivered the next day. It’s been a godsend!” - Mosman Meals Customer Feedback
New menu
Our new menu begins in May, offering a range of warming meals for the cooler autumn weather, with hearty casseroles, curries, rissoles and roast dinners. Our menu offers a choice of meals each day, with traditional favourites as well as contemporary dishes to suit all tastes. All our meals come with fresh market vegetables. We also have a range of fresh salads and sandwiches. We can cater for special diets, such as gluten-free or vegetarian, and can provide pureed or soft meals. We can even arrange for a dietician to contact you to discuss your requirements! Still only $11.50 for 3 courses - soup, main meal, dessert and juice, or items priced individually. CallGames or email next day delivery (Monday to 2 today forSupport Friday). Call 9978 4130 or email meals@mosman.nsw.gov.au
‘Petite’ meals
In addition to our usual meals, we offer a range of smaller ‘petite’ frozen meals for people with smaller appetites.
Take-away meals
Have you thought about taking away some frozen meals after your exercise class or after other activities in the Seniors’ Centre? Bring a cool bag before 1pm and you can choose from our huge selection of frozen meals. If you would like to try our meals or have a look at our menu, please get in contact. New customers will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers, contact 9978 4130 or email meals@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
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highlights
Anzac Day Lunch
Country & Western Hoedown with line-dancing
april 26
may 31
Canadian Maple Lunch Games 2
june 28
special ‘themed lunches’ - mosman community restaurant Join us for one of our special Community Restaurant themed lunches. Come with your friends - or come on your own and meet some new friends. Our lunches are a great way to meet new people over a delicious three course meal with a glass of wine and tea or coffee. Our themed lunches are very popular so book early to make sure you don’t miss out. Price: $15, includes a delicious three course meal and a glass of wine Transport and Lunch deal: $20. Door to door transport and a 3 course lunch Bookings essential: Please call 9978 4128 to reserve your seat
community restaurant
meals - free home delivery
The perfect place to meet friends while enjoying a delicious three-course lunch with your choice of juice, tea or coffee and a glass of wine. ‘Cheap Tuesdays’ are every 1st Tuesday of the month. When: Every Tuesday and Friday Where: Please call for the location Price: ‘Cheap Tuesdays’ $10 / Normal days $12 For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
Our home-style fresh and frozen meals, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts are well-priced and delivered directly to your home, Monday to Friday 11am-12pm. We can deliver daily, weekly or on a short term basis (following surgery/hospital stay). We deliver to Mosman and neighbouring areas of Cremorne and Neutral Bay. For Bookings: please call 9978 4130
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Community Transport book your community transport online
Now you can put in a request for Community Transport online! Call us at 9978 4120 to get your “User ID” to start managing your bookings.
a2b ‘point to point’ transport
Saturday Morning Shopping? Or a trip to Balmoral? Why take the car when you can A2B? Book transport with us and don’t worry about parking. Mosman Council offers point to point transport on Saturdays too. Conditions of access and fees apply. Call 9978 4120 for more information.
monday shopping
Are you an early riser? Do you like to get groceries sorted first thing in the morning or do you prefer to take things slowly and go shopping at your own pace? Mosman Community Transport offers options to suit your needs. Monday Shopping bus offers door to door transport from your home to Bridgepoint Shopping Centre and back with almost two hours to be spent shopping, dining and catching up with friends. Pickups start at 8.45am and 1.30pm. Call us now for more information on 9978 4119.
What is the walking group? The Seniors’ Walking Group is organised by Mosman Community Transport and requires a moderate level of fitness with a minimum of 60 minutes’ walking sometimes through bushland. Walks are held every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10.15am to 2.30pm. Walkers are picked up and dropped off from the Council Car Park. We asked one of our regular participants to share their thoughts on the Walking Group: Are you satisfied with the length of walks? Yes - I can still enjoy walking for a few kilometres however I am not interested in power walking! I play regular tennis and walk frequently so have a good fitness level. I enjoy the Walking Group as we chat and appreciate and enjoy the environment around us.
To find out more about the Walking Group please call 9978 4119.
How would you rate the venues chosen for the walks? Definitely full marks! As a born and bred Victorian, I have really enjoyed discovering hidden treasures around Sydney and am very satisfied with the walks I’ve attended. I recommend this group for anyone interested in getting more exercise, meeting people and seeing more of this beautiful city!
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walkingRevisit group Sydney. Relive memories! Join the group of enthusiastic walkers keen on revisiting and rediscovering breathtaking corners of the harbour city. Walks are held every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10.15am to 2.30pm. Catch Community Transport to different venues every month - and Keep Walking!
april 9 Coogee to Bondi Walk This gorgeous cliff top coastal walk takes you from Bondi to Coogee and features stunning views, beaches, parks, cliffs, bays and rock pools.
may 28 Glebe Foreshore and the Sydney Fishmarkets Walk this leisurely track from Bicentennial Park to Pyrmont, past Rozelle and Blackwattle Bay finishing with lunch at the famous Sydney Fish Market.
April 23 Circular Quay to Barangaroo Walk The ultimate Sydney city walk past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, through The Rocks to Barangaroo and Darling Harbour.
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may 14 Lake Parramatta Hike the spectacular Parramatta Lake Walk circuit around this beautiful manmade dam. Keep an eye out for birds and water dragons as you walk.
June 25
Royal Botanical Gardens
Narrabeen Lakes
The Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney opened in 1816. Not only are they one of the oldest scientific institutions in Australia, they are also an important international historical botanical institution.
This stunning circuit track around Narrabeen Lakes is popular with walkers due to the natural beauty of thriving bushland and the abundance of birdlife. A lovely day out!
The Seniors’ Walking Group requires a moderate level of fitness with a minimum of 60 minutes walking sometimes through bushland. Good walking shoes required. Cost is $22. Please check with your medical professional before starting any fitness activity. If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers, all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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Out & aboutLifestyle & culture programs Out & About on Wednesdays is a social day program for less mobile older adults. These excursions are a full day from 9am to 4pm and are fully supervised by staff and volunteers.
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3 April
Morning tea, Ballast Pt Park. Lunch, St George Rowing Club, Abbotsford.
10 April
Morning tea at Bicentennial Park. Lunch at the Nepean Rowing Club.
17 April
Morning tea, Cromwell Park Reserve. Lunch at Drummoyne Sailing Club.
24 April
Morning tea at Coogee. Lunch at the Golf Club, Little Bay.
1 May
Morning tea at Centennial Park. Lunch at the Lord Nelson Hotel.
8 May
Morning tea at Parramatta Lake. Lunch at Jasmine 1, Auburn.
15 May
Morning tea at Manly Dam. Lunch at Wakehurst Golf Club.
22 May
Morning tea at Kyeemagh. Lunch at the Scarborough Hotel.
An alternative closer venue will be selected if less than 10 customers have booked.
5 June
Morning tea at Balls Head Reserve. Lunch at the Fish Cafe, Berowra.
12 June
Morning tea, Georges River National Park. Lunch at Lugarno Restaurant.
19 June
Morning tea at Cromwell Park, Malabar. Lunch at the Union Hotel, Randwick.
26 June
Morning tea at Carss Park. Lunch at the Como Hotel.
Cost of each excursion is $22 and includes door to door transport. Lunch is at your own expense. Bookings are essential.
If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers, all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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tastes of sydney the best our city has to offer! We have some of the worlds’ finest cuisines right here on our doorstep - and our new Thursday Tastes of Sydney group is here to help you experience some of the best this city has to offer. A twice monthly Community Transport social dining event for independent older adults who want more spice in their life!
april 4 Modern Australian Freshwater Modern Australian cuisine fuses flavours from around the world. Enjoy a wonderful meal with us at beautiful Freshwater Beach.
may 16
april 18
may 2
Spanish - Crows Nest
Thai - Newtown
Spanish food is simple, unpretentious, and uses beautifully fresh seasonal ingredients. Join us for some of the best on offer in Crows Nest.
Thai cooking places an emphasis on lightly prepared dishes with strong aromatic components and a spicy edge. Come and enjoy a meal to remember!
june 6
june 20
Cuban - Manly Beach
Italian - Hunters Hill
Harbourside Dining - Kirribilli
Cuban cuisine is a blend of Spanish and African influences combining citrus fruits with rice and vegetables such as cassava, maize and okra. If you haven’t tried it, you must!
Italian food is one of the most popular and widely adopted cuisines the world over. Join us for a delicious meal of simple ingredients, carefully selected and served at their prime.
Dinner on the northside isn’t complete without a view over the harbour to one of our most iconic landmarks the Sydney Opera House. A lovely evening out!
Cost of each excursion is $22 which includes door to door transport. Dinner is at your own expense. Tickets are non refundable. Credit is given for another trip if cancellation made with five working days notice. Minimum 5 passengers required to run this trip.
If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers, all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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weekend explorer join us on vibrant excursions! Weekend Explorer is for active, independent older adults, 65 and over, who are interested in a day long trip in the Greater Sydney Region and surrounds. These excursions are a full day, unsupervised and require a high level of mobility.
april 13
april 27
may 11
Impact Nursery & Ettalong Markets
Autumn Gardens & Plant Fair at Bowral
Street Paws Festival at Mt Penang Gardens
Morning tea at Impact Nursery at Empire Bay. Then tour Hardies Bay, Pretty Beach and Wagstaffe before lunch at Ettalong.
Wander at your leisure through the Southern Highlands Autumn Gardens and enjoy the Plant Fair at Bowral.
Morning tea at the famous “Pie In The Sky� cafe. Then on to Mt Penang Gardens and the Street Paws Festival. Lunch at the Mooney Mooney Club.
may 25
june 8
Penrith Regional Gallery & Warragamba Dam
Hunter Valley Gardens, Winery & Cheese Company
Morning tea at Penrith Regional Gallery followed by a visit to Warragamba Dam. Lunch at Nepean Rowers Club.
Visit to the gorgeous Hunter Valley Gardens followed by a tour of the McGuigans Winery and Hunter Valley Cheese Company.
june 22 Norman Lindsay Gallery Morning tea and guided tour of the Norman Lindsay Gallery in the lower Blue Mountains before a smorgasbord lunch at the Richmond Club.
Cost of each excursion is $40. Lunch is at your own expense. Bookings are essential. Tickets are non refundable. Credit is given for another trip if cancellation made with five working days notice. Passengers need to be at Council car park by 8.45am and the bus leaves at 9am sharp.
If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers, all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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one computer tuition available 9.00am – 4.00pm In the hall TECHNOLOGY CLASSES - One onCall 9978 4128 for bookings. Autumn Schedule Loungein the hall CARE CAFÉ CLUB Free WiFi, TeaMONDAY MONDAY TUESDAY MAHJONG 3rd Tuesday and Coffee 2.00pm 4.00pm available all day 1 TAI CHI LEVEL GENTLE10.00am EXERCISE - 12.00pm 9.00am – 10.00am 9.15am - 10.15am
CHESS GROUP WEDNESDAY 9.00am – 12.00pm
BEGINNERS Harnett Room Civic Building TAI CHI 10.15am - 11.15am
CARERS U3APROGRAM 10.00am – 12.00pm 10.00am - 12.00pm Harnett Room
GENTLE EXERCISE 10.30am - 11.30am
Volunteers’ PERIODIC PLAY COMMUNITY Lounge HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE READING RESTAURANT 1st and 3rd Monday 12.30pm – 2.00pm 11.30pm – 1.00pm 1.00pm – 3.30pm ART CLASS (all media)
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TUESDAY SOCIAL DANCE (Ballroom/Sequence) 2.15pm – 4.30pm
TUESDAY
SCRABBLE FRIDAY GROUP 2.00pm – 4.00pm ZUMBA GOLD 9.00am – 10.00am
GENTLE EXERCISE 10.00am - 11.00am
DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S 10.15am – 11.15am 60 min class followed by refreshments
New times! LET’S DANCE with Ros Tinker 11.15am – 12.45pm
TABLE TENNIS 1.00pm-4.00pm
WEDNESDAY
GENTLE EXERCISE Summer 2019 Schedule 9.15am - 10.15am In the Lounge, Volunteers Lounge and Harnett Room in the lounge, volunteers lounge and harnett room Out & About BEGINNERS GENTLE EXERCISE
LEVEL 1 TAI CHI 9.00am – 10.00am
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DISCUSSION THURSDAY GROUP Meets GENTLEalternate EXERCISE Thursdays 9.00am - 10.00am 10.30am – 12.30pm
LUNCHTIME CONCERT SERIES 4th Thursday 1.00pm – 2.30pm QI GONG WITH STEWART THURSDAY
BOOK DISCUSSION COMMUNITY GROUP RESTAURANT with12.30pm Ros Tinker – 2.00pm 1.30pm – 3.00pm HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE 2.30pm – 4.30pm
FRIDAY
3.00pm – 4.00pm GENTLE EXERCISE ZUMBA GOLD 9.00am 9.00am - 10.00am – 10.00am
GENTLE EXERCISE DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S 10.00am - 11.00am THURSDAY U3A 10.00am – LOCATION MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY TAI CHI 10.30am - 11.30am 10.15am – 11.15am 12.00pm TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 10.15am - 11.15am MONDAYTECHNOLOGY CLASSES - One on one computer tuition available 9.00am – 4.00pm 60 min class followed New times! Call 9978 4128 for bookings. by refreshments SHOPPING BUS TASTES OF OUT & ABOUT DOOR TO DOOR SATURDAY WALKING GROUP Lounge BUS TRIPS SHUTTLE TO SOCIAL CLUB SYDNEY Weekly 2nd and 4th MONDAY CHESS GROUP DISCUSSION SCRABBLE CARE CAFÉ CLUB Free WiFi, Tea st and 3rd Thursday Weekly except 5th LET’S COMMUNITY 1st and 3rd Saturday 8.45am and HALL AVAILABLE COMMUNITY DANCE Tuesday of the 3rd Tuesday MAHJONG 9.00am 1– 12.00pm GROUP COMMUNITY GROUP and Coffee RESTAURANT 9.00am – 3pm Wednesday of the withDinner 1.30pm RESTAURANT FOR HIRE Ros Tinker RESTAURANT month Night Meets alternate 2.00pm - 4.00pm 2.00pm – 4.00pm available all day 10.00am - 12.00pm month Every Friday 12.30pm – 2.00pm 11.15am – 12.45pm 12.30pm – 2.00pm 11.30pm – 1.00pm Program 10.15am – Thursdays WEEKEND – 2.30pm 9.00am – 4.00pm 2.30pm 5.00pm – 10.00pm 10.30am 11.30am – 12.30pm EXPLORER nd th HALL AVAILABLE 2 and 4 Saturday ARTHarnett CLASS Room TUESDAY SOCIAL DANCE TABLE TENNIS LUNCHTIME CARERS 9.00am – 5.00pm FOR HIRE (all Civic media) (Ballroom/Sequence) 1.00pm-4.00pm CONCERT SERIES Building PROGRAM th Thursday 2.30pm – 4.30pm 2.15pm – 4.30pm 4 10.00am - 12.00pm 1.30pm – 4.00pm 1.00pm – 2.30pm Harnett Room Volunteers’ Lounge
QI GONG WITH ENGLISH STEWART CONVERSATION 3.00pm – 4.00pm CLASSES 1.00pm – 2.30pm
PERIODIC PLAY READING 1st and 3rd Monday 1.00pm – 3.30pm
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP with Ros Tinker 1.30pm – 3.00pm
t & About out and about MONDAY
In the hall
SHOPPING BUS Weekly 8.45am and MONDAY 1.30pm LEVEL 1 TAI CHI 9.00am – 10.00am BEGINNERS TAI CHI 10.15am - 11.15am
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TASTES OF OUT & ABOUT DOOR TO DOOR SATURDAY WALKING GROUP nd th BUS TRIPS SHUTTLE TO SOCIAL CLUB SYDNEY 2 and 4 th st and 3rd Saturday st and 3rd Thursday Weekly except 5 COMMUNITY 1 1 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Tuesday of the RESTAURANT 9.00am – 3pm Wednesday of the month Dinner Night GENTLE EXERCISE ZUMBA GOLD 9.00am GENTLE EXERCISE month Every Friday Program 10.15am – - 10.15am 9.00am -11.30am 10.00am – 10.00am 9.15am WEEKEND – 2.30pm 9.00am – 4.00pm 2.30pm 5.00pm – 10.00pm EXPLORER nd and 4th Saturday 2DANCE GENTLE EXERCISE FOR GENTLE EXERCISE 9.00am – 5.00pm PARKINSON’S 10.00am - 11.00am U3A 10.00am – 10.30am - 11.30am 10.15am – 11.15am 12.00pm 60 min class followed New times! by refreshments
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Restaurant (Tue/Fri) Claire Mullins 9978 4130
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Mosman Meals Katrina Jolley 9978 4130 Carers Program (Tue/Wed) Liz Nagel 9978 4089 Volunteers Jannat Ferdous 9978 4126 My Aged Care Federal Government Gateway 1800 200 422 myagedcare.gov.au Mosman Council Customer Service 9978 4000 Federal Government Gateway for Carers 1800 422 737 carergateway.gov.au
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