ACTIVE, HEALTHY & ENGAGED
FREE NEWSLETTER for older adults
winter NEWS Welcome back to your Active, Healthy and Engaged Newsletter for July, August and September 2019! The cold season is back. As we get the heaters out again, please take the time to check your fire alarms (more details page 4). Why not also come to one of our exercise programs you haven’t tried before? We have a comprehensive range of exercise and dance programs to cater for all levels - guaranteed to keep you warm! The end of the financial year is upon us. Following changes with the online MyGov platform making tax lodgement much easier, Mosman Council will no longer be running the Tax Help program. If you require help, we can guide you to the nearest Tax Help centre. Some of the activities at the Centre that you might be interested in include the popular Let’s Dance program with Ros Tinker on a Thursday. We also have the Tastes of Sydney social dining program which takes you out to try some of the best food on offer. See page 16 for details. Make sure also that you check the calendar at the end of the newsletter for all the latest activities on offer. If you are not registered with MyAgedCare yet and you need essential services, please make sure you speak to one of our staff at the centre. If you would like information on any of our programs and activities at the Centre please pop in, give us a call 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
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Tuesdays and Fridays for Lunch: 12.30 - 2pm Mosman Square Seniors Centre Bookings Essential: Call 9978 4119 Meal Mates one page ad
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Sometimes we all need a little extra support when coming to a new environment or joining a new group. Meal Mates aims to connect people who have never been to the Centre before with other local residents and volunteers. Every week, for a 6 week period, a volunteer will pick you up and drive you to the Centre for a three-course lunch at a group table where you can meet and connect with other locals. After lunch, the volunteer will drive you home. Please call 9978 4119 for more information.
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the secret to pauline’s success Pauline is 81 years of age and experiences short-term memory loss. Despite this, every week she catches public transport to her local Community Centre and has lunch with her regular table of friends. She also exercises regularly, goes to the library once a week and attends U3A (University of the Third Age) lectures. Pauline’s shortterm memory loss makes it difficult to form new memories, but her long-term and procedural memories work well. So what is the secret to Pauline’s success? It’s her routine. Pauline wakes up and knows what’s in store for her. Her whiteboard in the kitchen tells her what’s on. Every day starts in the same way - with a walk to the newsagency to buy a paper to read over breakfast. Pauline’s routine means that her days are anchored in activities. She knows where she is going, who she’s seeing and what she will be doing. Pauline enjoys her independence and not having to rely on family to look after her. The social aspects of her daily routine promote positive wellbeing, and the regular structure of Pauline’s days means that there are few or no unexpected changes to her schedule (which can create anxiety and stress in someone with shortterm memory loss). At the Mosman Seniors Centre we pride ourselves on creating a genuine community, where everyone knows your name and you’re valued and respected. We encourage you to get involved in activities and form social groups. In the month of June we kicked off Meal Mates, a new six week program run by volunteers. Meal Mates aims to connect people who have never been to the Centre before with other local residents and volunteers. Every week a volunteer will pick you up and drive you to the Centre for a three course lunch at a group table, where you can meet and connect with other locals. After lunch, the volunteer will return you home. At the end of the six weeks we hope you will have adopted a new home-away-from-home with familiar faces and a comfortable environment - a place that you will feel comfortable coming to on your own to meet your friends. Like Pauline, we hope that you will make Meal Mates part of your routine. If you are interested in this program for yourself or someone you know please call the Care Team on 9978 4119.
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free Smoke alarm replacement service The Smoke Alarm and Battery Replacement (SABRE) program assists seniors and people with a disability who are not able to install and/or maintain their smoke alarms. Firefighters can visit the residence at an arranged time to install a battery-operated smoke alarm or replace existing smoke alarm batteries at no cost. The resident must supply the battery-operated smoke alarm or batteries. Firefighters can provide home fire safety advice while visiting the premises. To book contact Mosman Firestation on 9969 2016 or call 1800 151 614.
be connected Be part of the new Be Connected online learning platform. This is an initiative of the Australian Government to help you to get the most out of the internet. We are offering one hour FREE tuition to get you registered as well as ongoing computer classes if required, to help you master your device. When: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Bookings Essential: please call 9978 4128
FREE HEARING TESTS Hearing Australia is offering FREE hearing tests for older adults at the Seniors Centre. Age-related hearing loss (Presbycusis) is the loss of hearing that gradually occurs in most of us as we grow older. It’s one of the most common conditions affecting older adults. If you are finding it more difficult to hear speech and other sounds why not book a free appointment and get your hearing checked? When: Hearing Australia will be here at the Centre 2 July and another date to be confirmed in September Bookings Essential: Please call 9978 4128
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Foreshore parking permits are now digital This July Mosman Council’s foreshore parking permits will become digital permits, and will be managed online by permit holders through vPermit at vpermit.com.au/ mosman. vPermit is an easy to use and secure online system. Digital permits mean residents are no longer required to visit Council for a permit, or to display a permit sticker on their vehicle, and can apply for or update parking permits from home. Residents who would like a 2019/20 foreshore parking permit must set up a vPermit account at vpermit.com.au/mosman and activate their digital foreshore parking permit before Wednesday 31 July 2019. For help on how to do this see the video at mosman.nsw.gov.au/parkingpermits. To do this for the first time you will require: •
An email address
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NSW Driver Licence
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Rates assessment number (Mosman property owners only)
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Vehicle registration number
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Valid debit or credit card if payment is required (for additional permits or non-residents)
If you require assistance, the Council’s Customer Service staff are happy to help you using the self-service internet kiosks in the Civic Centre. Mosman Square Seniors Centre Volunteers are also available to assist you with the registration. To book a session with one of our volunteer experts, please contact the Volunteers Coordinator Jannat Ferdous on 9978 4126. Please bring necessary documentation. For enquiries contact Council on 9978 4000 between 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday or email: parking@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
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social activities
dance for parkinsons
KNITTING GROUP
Did you know that knitting provides many Our popular Dance for Parkinsons classes run on Friday mornings at the Seniors Centre. This of the same relaxation benefits as yoga? program is designed to encourage healthy Bring your needles and come along to movement for people living with Parkinsons the Knitting Group, making squares and or other mobility difficulties, and their carers. blankets for Wrap with Love. Call us for bookings and details on this fun dance Games 2 Support When: 3rd Monday of the month from group. All welcome. Followed by refreshments. 2.00pm - 4.00pm in the Lounge When: Friday from 10.15am - 11.15am from MOSMAN For Bookings: please call 9978 4128 26theJuly - 27onSeptember For first time the Lower North Shore comes the highly successful nce for Parkinson’s program. This event is hosted by Mosman For Bookings: please call 9978 4128 Council in association with Dance for Parkinson’s Australia.
: Fridays starting in June 2018
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
let’s dance
Monday art class
Move to a great variety of music and rhythms with Ros Tinker. No partner necessary! Get creative, have fun and enjoy the best exercise of all. When: Thursday from 11.15am - 12.45pm For Bookings: please call 9978 4128 to register your interest.
Join artist Diana Bilderbeck-Frost at our inspiring Monday Art Class. With her guidance learn how to perfect your paintings, drawings and sketches. Diana’s background is in Botanic art. When: Monday 1.30pm - 4.00pm Price: $100 for a 10 week term. For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
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LUNCHTIME CONCERT series
walking group
Join us each month to enjoy a varied range of performers including Rock Bands, a Harpist or Brass Collective. Our upcoming concerts are: 25 July: Romantic melodies played on the piano and sung with Samuel and Georgia. 22 August: Violin Vibes with Carl St Jacques 26 September: ‘Boy/Girl’ playing Eclectic music from the 60s, 70s & 80s. When: 4th Thursday of the month from 1.00pm - 2.30pm Price: $10, includes a light lunch For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
For older adults who enjoy the outdoors we have a low impact Walking Group led by our Community Care Support Worker, Karen. This group assists people to develop confidence 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.
your care team Benefits of Social Support Staff Meet Karen one of our social support staff. Every Tuesday, Karen is available to assist you with everyday tasks such as shopping, visits to the doctor, hairdresser or even going out for a cup of tea. Karen can pick you up from home and return you at the end of each activity. It is simple, YOU decide what YOU want to do and Karen is there to support you. This social support services is key to allowing people to remain independent and keep living in their own homes for longer. 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 2 hours. If you qualify for a Home Care Package (HCP) 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.
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CALL US TODAY ON 9978 4128 Mosman Square Centre
Activities
Become a VIP member for free. Enjoy a relaxed space with your friends Monday–Friday from 9am to 5pm. The centre offers activities, computer access, refreshments and Wifi
Art Classes ▪ Mahjong ▪ Bridge ▪ Chess ▪ Tai Chi ▪ Q i Gong ▪ Zumba ▪ Dance Classes ▪ Lunchtime Concerts ▪Table Tennis ▪ Book Club ▪ Discussion Group ▪ Computer Class ▪ Lectures ▪ Sketch Classes
Delicious meals
Door to door transport
Nutritious ready-made meals delivered to your door, or visit our Community Restaurant every Tuesday and Friday from 12.30pm for a 3 course lunch and glass of wine
Social support and carers program Individualised Social Support, Carers Group and connections with other like-minded people in our community
Mosman Square, Spit Junction Monday to Friday 9am–5pm community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au
Our Community Bus can get you to your appointment, shopping, friends, or our community restaurant and drive you back home
Social Outings Weekday and weekend trips for all mobility levels. Explore Sydney and beyond, visit museums and galleries or join a walking group
www.mosman.nsw.gov.au
My Aged Care registration assistance 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.
VIP MEMBERSHIP
VIP MEMBERSHIP Doctor
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Are you registered with Title: Mr/Mrs/Ms/Miss Surname: ........................................................ First Name: ............................................... MAC (My Aged Care) Yes [ ] MAC Id: ……………… …………………. No [ ] *Your home: Own Home [ ] Private Rental [ ] Also known as: ........................................... Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY): ........................................................ Public Rental [ ] Retireme nt Village [ ] *Your living arrangem ent: Alone [ ] *Country of Birth: ...................................................... *Language/s spoken: .......................................................... With Spouse/partner [ ] With carer [ ] *Benefit Allowance/Incom e: Aged [ ] Disability Gender: …………………………. *Do you identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander? Yes [ ] No[ ] [ ] Carer [ ] Other ……………… ……………………... Vet Affairs [ ] Type: ……………… ……………… Address: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….......................................... ……….. Self-funded [ ] Do you have a carer: Yes [ ] No [ ] (Your carer ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Post Code: ………………………...………… is someone who is unpaid, and assists you to live at home independently. It can be your spouse/partner, child or other) Phone: ..................................................... Mobile: ................................................................................................................ Do you receive any support from other organisations? Yes [ ] No [ ] If yes, please specify …..………… Email: (In Capital Letters) .................................................................................................................................................... ……………………………………………… .…………………………………………… ………………
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vip registration form If you would like to use the facilities or attend any of the activities at the Centre, please come in and ask for a VIP Form or give us a call on 9978 4119 and we will mail one out to you!
Upcoming Outings: 6 July Trip to North Head with lunch at Bella Vista Cafe in Manly 20 July A visit to Manly Art Gallery with lunch at the Ivanhoe Hotel
saturday social club A weekend 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 carers. Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Lunch and morning tea are included. For Bookings: please call 9978 4119
3 August Adventure to Henry’s at the Coast in Little Bay 17 August Visit Auburn Botanical Gardens then enjoy a Lebanese lunch 7 September Explore Government House Sydney with lunch close by 21 September Visit Bobbin Head with lunch at the Gallery Foods Eatery
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carers program caring for carers progam Every Wednesday 10am - 12pm
“I was at the end of my endurance. I am a long term carer of 30 years with the last five being 24 hours a day/7 days a week. The availability of support on the phone and the weekly meetings have saved me completely. When I am down, I can think of the group from the meetings and get a little laugh out of our talks. That keeps me going. It has helped to stop me feeling so isolated and alone. The friendship of the other members is so rewarding as we all understand what each of us are going through.” - Carers Group participant feedback.
Harnett Room, Mosman Council
Carers Group a source of great support
Upcoming events:
Mosman Carers Group has been a wonderful source of support, information and friendship for more than 15 years. Our wonderful guest speakers cover many, varied subjects including legal advice, seated yoga, meditation and relaxation (so good for reducing stress) as well as compassion fatigue or understanding and supporting a person with Dementia. The benefits of meeting people who are experiencing similar issues and hearing the experienced guest speakers who address the group are invaluable, so if you are caring for someone with a disability, chronic illness or Dementia do yourself a favour and join us on any Wednesday morning (you don’t have to come every week) and find out for yourself! You will find a list of guest speakers on Councils website: www.mosman.nsw.gov.au/community/carers. If you are caring for a friend or family member and would like to attend the group, please contact Carers Program Coordinator, Liz Nagel on 9978 4089. You are welcome to join this special and supportive group and there is no pressure to attend every week.
Wednesday 3 July “Grief, Loss and Adjusting to Change” with speaker Nathan MacArthur, Bereavement Team Leader, Hammond Care Wednesday 7 August “Understanding and Supporting a Person with Dementia” with speaker Michelle Ferris, Dementia Consultant, Community Care Northern Beaches Wednesday 14 August Northern Sydney Health District Carers Strategy, “What it is and what it means for you” with Dr Louise Brown, Carer, Community Consumer Advocate NSLHD Please note, these programs are for carers only. If you would like to be part of this group, please call Liz on 9978 4089.
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Games 2
Support
mosman meals Winter menu
Winter is here and so is our new winter menu, which features traditional winter warmers of roasts, casseroles, sausages and rissoles, with delicious curries and pasta bakes to ward off the cold. How about a Thai chicken curry with jasmine rice? Or a crispy battered fish fillet with potato wedges, fresh carrots and Aussie beans? Why not try a fresh sandwich with one of our home-style soups - from traditional country chicken to creamy broccoli and cheese. Then an apple and sultana crumble with custard or sticky date pudding with caramel sauce for dessert? Enjoy freshly-made chilled meals delivered to your home, or the convenience of snap-frozen meals in your freezer for those days when you just cannot face cooking. Meals are delivered on the day(s) you choose, ready for you to heat in your oven or microwave as required. Options exist also for vegetarian, gluten-free and diabetic diets. If you’re unsure of when you’ll be at home to receive deliveries, why not bring a cool bag and collect some frozen meals from the Meals kitchen? Prices Meal $6.50 Games 2 Support Soup and a sandwich $6.50 Soup $2.50 Dessert $2.50 Juice $1.00 Meal package (meal, soup, dessert, juice) $11.50 Sandwich $4.00 Salad $7.50 If you, a friend or neighbour would like to try our home-delivered meals or have a look at our menu, please get in touch. We are a flexible service, offering both long and short-term assistance. 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
French Feast
Scottish Fling
Hawaiian Luau Games 2
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aug 30
sept 27
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: Mosman Seniors Centre 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 or 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. 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. New customers will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119.
What is tastes of sydney? Some of the worlds’ finest cuisines are right here on our doorstep. Our Thursday Tastes of Sydney social dining group is here to help you taste some of the best food this city has to offer. Dinners are held every first and third Thursday of the month from 5.00pm to 10.00pm. Mosman Community Transport will pick you up from home and drop you back at the end of the evening. We asked one of our regular participants to share their thoughts on the Tastes of Sydney dining group: What do you enjoy most about the Tastes of Sydney outings? What do I love best? Definitely the company. They also choose excellent restaurants and places that we would not usually get to.
To find out more about the Tastes of Sydney dining group please call 9978 4119.
How would you rate the restaurants chosen for the dinners? 10/10. The restaurants have been excellent. What’s been your favourite evening out? I really enjoyed when we went to Newtown to the Thai restaurant I was somewhere a bit different and it was good to go into the 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!
july 9
july 23
aug 13
Sydney University Campus
Newington Armory Walk
Concord Foreshore Trail
Celebrate winter in the lush Darlington Sydney University campus; one is never too old to go back to Uni! Enjoy lunch in perennially fashionable Newtown.
Enjoy Western Sydney’s spectacular art precinct with an indoor amphitheatre, artist studios and exhibition space; walk along the picturesque Parramatta River.
History and nature all in one. Cherish mangrove-fringed Yaralla and Majors Bays on the Parramatta River. Visit the heritage listed Thomas Walker Hospital building - one of Sydney’s oldest estates.
aug 27
sept 10
Cockatoo Island
Barrenjoey Lighthouse Walk
A day full of adventures at Cockatoo Island. Visit the solitary cells, ship design precinct and get great views of the Harbour Bridge from the Governor’s House at the top of the island.
The northernmost part of Palm Beach. A beautiful walk to the top where you can enjoy stunning ocean views and spot West Head from the lookout. Lunch afterwards at Palm Beach.
sept 24 Bicentennial Park, Sydney Olympic Park Admire the ‘Peace Monument’ and the Sun Dial Sculpture; Go to the top of the Treillage Tower for spectacular views of the wetlands, Homebush Bay and the city skyline! Lunch at Parramatta.
The 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. Lunch and Ferry at own expense. 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 and 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.
Date
Program Details
3 July
Morning tea at West Head. Lunch at Palm Beach RSL.
10 July
Morning tea, Lisgar Gardens Hornsby. Lunch, Galley Foods Eatery Bobbin Head.
17 July
Morning tea at Coogee. Lunch at North Bondi RSL.
24 July
Morning tea at Sydney Park. Lunch at Pancakes on the Rocks Darling Harbour.
7 August
Morning tea at Parramatta Park. Lunch at Fiddlers Restaurant.
14 August
Morning tea at Manly Dam. Lunch at Anzac Village.
21 August
Morning tea at Roseville National Park. Lunch at Coal Loader Cafe.
28 August
Morning tea at Kyeemagh. Lunch at the Bundeena RSL.
4 September
Morning tea at Carss Park. Lunch at the Como Hotel.
11 September
Morning tea at the Baha’i Temple. Lunch at Terrey Hills Tavern.
18 September
Morning tea at Glebe Foreshore Walk Park. Lunch at the Tramshed.
25 September
Morning tea at Auburn Botanical Gardens. Lunch at UTS Haberfield.
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 and 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!
july 4
july 18
Israeli Food - Rose Bay
Italian - Haberfield
Israeli food has its roots in Jewish and Arab cuisine. Join us for an evening of delicious food at Pita Mix restaurant, 502 Old South Head Road, Rose Bay.
Italian food is one of the most popular and widely adopted cuisines in the world! Napoli in Bocca restaurant, 73 Dalhousie Street, Haberfield.
aug 15 Modern Australian Cuisine - North Head Modern Australian cuisine fuses flavours from around the world. Enjoy a wonderful meal with us at the Boilerhouse Café, Q Station, North Head.
sept 5
aug 1 Southern Fried Chicken Forest Lodge Come and try some of the best Southern Fried Chicken in Sydney. Belles Hot Chicken, Tramsheds, Forest Lodge.
sept 19
Polish - Surry Hills
Sri Lankan - Glebe
Polish food is mostly good, hearty and rich in meat. We think you will enjoy this evening at the Polish Café at Alchemy, 572 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
Sri Lankan food is characterised by an arsenal of fragrant spices blended with coconut and rice. Tonight we eat at Sri Lankan Street Food, 381 Glebe Point Road, Glebe.
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 3 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 and 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.
july 13 Vaucluse House and Eastern Suburbs Beaches
july 27 Historical Morpeth
Morning Tea at Freemans Morning Tea and a guided Waterhole. Lunch in Morpeth, tour of Vaucluse House. home to colonial buildings, Then visit The Gap, Eastern and a fascinating heritage Suburbs Beaches, La Perouse walk that includes the famous and Bare Island. Lunch at bakehouse where the Arnott’s Yarra Bay Sailing Club. family biscuit dynasty began.
aug 24
sept 14
HARS Aircraft Museum & Illawarra German Club
Yarramalong Valley Scarecrow Festival & Wyong
Morning Tea and a guided tour of HARS Aircraft Museum in Albion Park. Lunch at the Illawarra German Club.
Morning Tea at Kulnura. Then tour through beautiful Yarramalong Valley to view the many Scarecrows. Lunch in Wyong.
aug 10 Bobbin Head, Kangaroo Point and Brooklyn Morning Tea at Bobbin Head. Then to Brooklyn for lunch, via Kangaroo Point. Catch the ferry for a round trip on the Hawkesbury to Dangar Island and Little Wobby.
sept 28 Bowral Tulip Time Experience a kaleidoscope of tulips carpeting public gardens and premier private gardens in Bowral during Tulip Time. An outing not to be missed!
Cost of each excursion is $40. Lunch and Ferry 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 and all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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volunteering volunteer week celebration
Top: Volunteers enjoy High Tea at the Gunners Barracks. Above: Volunteers Kristine, Jan, Nathalie and Susie.
In May during National Volunteer Week, Mosman Mayor Carolyn Corrigan hosted an afternoon tea for Council’s volunteers to thank them for their invaluable help to the community. At the event, the Mayor recognised those who have donated their time to support the community over many years. She also highlighted the changes the Volunteers Office has gone through in the past 12 months in order to provide better support to volunteers. New volunteers can now attend four introductory workshops and will recieve a new Volunteer handbook as well as a Comprehensive Volunteer Manual. Our volunteers enjoyed their time with Mayor Carolyn Corrigan at the afternoon tea. One of our lovely volunteers wrote: “Last Wednesday’s annual Volunteer Afternoon Tea at the Gunners Barracks was absolutely beautiful. The venue was perfect and the Mayor’s lovely words of community and appreciation were wonderful. Thank you to the team for all you did to make the volunteers feel thanked. Volunteering is truly a gift to all those involved and I am thankful that I am involved.”
Meet olga - volunteering since 1999!
Community Links volunteer Olga Munoz (pictured left) with Mosman Council Mayor Carolyn Corrigan.
On a visit to the Mosman Library many years ago, Olga saw an ad requesting volunteers to take books to people living in a retirement facility. That was the beginning of her volunteering journey. She enjoyed it so much that she also started volunteering to visit residents in nursing homes. Her personal gain from this role was huge and these relationships lasted for many years. Olga’s next role was as part of a team rather than as an individual one, when she joined the Saturday Social Club, which she enjoyed immensely. Since last year, she has been part of the Saturday respite program which is a great team of volunteers and Council staff. Olga feels that being a volunteer has given her a better understanding of life. If you are interested in finding out more about volunteering opportunities, please contact the Volunteers Office on 9978 4126 or by email at volunteer@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
Jannat Ferdous
volunteers Coordinator Contact me on 9978 4126 or email volunteer@mosman.nsw.gov.au
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Summer 2019 Schedule In the Lounge, Volunteers Lounge and Harnett Room In the hall
Winter Schedule 2019
in the hall
LOCATION MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY TECHNOLOGY CLASSES - One on one computer tuition available 9.00am – 4.00pm GENTLE EXERCISE LEVEL 1 TAI CHI GENTLE EXERCISECall 9978 4128 for bookings. 9.00am - 10.00am 9.00am – 10.00am 9.15am - 10.15am CARE CAFÉ CLUB CHESS GROUP DISCUSSION MONDAY Lounge 9.00am – 12.00pm MAHJONG GROUP 3rd Tuesday Free WiFi, Tea GENTLE EXERCISE 2.00pm - 4.00pm Meets alternate BEGINNERS GENTLE EXERCISE 10.00am - 12.00pm and Coffee 10.00am - 11.00am U3A Thursdays TAI CHI 10.30am 11.30am available all day 10.00am – 12.00pm KNITTING GROUP 10.30am – 12.30pm 10.15am - 11.15am New times! 2.00pm-4.00pm 3rd Monday HALL AVAILABLE Harnett RoomFOR HIRE Civic Building 11.30pm – 1.00pm
COMMUNITY RESTAURANT 12.30pm – 2.00pm
CARERS PROGRAM 10.00am - 12.00pm Harnett Room
ART CLASS TUESDAY SOCIAL DANCE Volunteers’ (all media) (Ballroom/Sequence) PERIODIC PLAY Lounge 2.15pm – 4.30pm READING 1.30pm – 4.00pm 1st and 3rd Monday 1.00pm – 3.330pm
TABLE TENNIS 1.00pm-4.30pm ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASSES 1.00pm – 2.30pm
AFTER HOURS AND HALL HIRE AVAILABLE
In the hall Call 9978 4128 Summer 2019 Schedule TUESDAY WEDNESDAY InMONDAY the Lounge, Volunteers Lounge and Harnett Room Out & About in the lounge, volunteers lounge and harnett room LEVEL 1 TAI CHI GENTLE EXERCISE
LET’S DANCE with Ros Tinker 11.15am – 12.45pm
FRIDAY FRIDAY
ZUMBA GOLD 9.00am – 10.00am SCRABBLE GROUP DANCE FOR 2.00pm – 4.00pm PARKINSON’S 10.15am – 11.15am 60 min class followed by refreshments COMMUNITY RESTAURANT 12.30pm – 2.00pm
HALL AVAILABLE LUNCHTIME FOR HIRE CONCERT SERIES BOOK DISCUSSION 2.30pm – 4.30pm 4th Thursday GROUP 1.00pm – 2.30pm with Ros Tinker Returns Term 4 QI GONG WITH AFTER HOURS STEWART AND HALL HIRE AVAILABLE 3.00pm – 4.00pm
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
GENTLE EXERCISE ZUMBA GOLD 9.00am - 10.00am 9.00am – 10.00am 9.00am – 10.00am 9.15am - 10.15am LOCATION MONDAY TUESDAY FRIDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY TECHNOLOGY CLASSES - One on one computer tuition available 9.00am – 4.00pm GENTLE EXERCISE DANCE FOR BUS EXERCISE TASTES OF OUT & ABOUT DOOR TO DOOR SATURDAY WALKING GROUP BEGINNERS SHOPPINGGENTLE Call 9978 4128 for bookings. PARKINSON’S nd th 10.00am 11.00am BUS TRIPS SHUTTLE TO SOCIAL CLUB SYDNEY U3A Weekly 2 and 4 TAI CHI 10.30am - 11.30am th 10.15am – 11.15am 1st and 3rd Saturday st rd Weekly except 5 COMMUNITY 10.00am – 12.00pm 1 and 3 Thursday 10.15amLounge - 11.15am MONDAY CARE CAFÉ CLUB CHESS GROUP DISCUSSION SCRABBLE Tuesday of the 60 min class followed RESTAURANT 9.00am – 3pm Wednesday of 9.00am the Pick ups at MAHJONG New times! – 12.00pm GROUP GROUP month 3rd Tuesday Dinner Night Free WiFi, Tea by refreshments month Every Friday2.00pm – 4.00pm 8.45am and 1.30pm 2.00pm10.15am - 4.00pm Meets alternate Program – 2.30pm 10.00am - 12.00pm and Coffee WEEKEND 11.30am – 2.30pm 9.00am – 4.00pm 5.00pm – 10.00pmThursdays available all day EXPLORER HALL AVAILABLE COMMUNITY LET’S DANCE 10.30am – 12.30pm COMMUNITY KNITTING GROUP nd th FOR HIRE RESTAURANT with Ros Tinker RESTAURANT 2 and 4 Saturday 2.00pm-4.00pm 12.30pm 2.00pm 11.15am – 12.45pm 12.30pm – 2.00pm 9.00am – 5.00pm 11.30pm – 1.00pm 3rd –Monday Harnett Room ART CLASS TUESDAY SOCIAL DANCE Civic Building (Ballroom/Sequence) (all media) 2.15pm – 4.30pm 1.30pm – 4.00pm Volunteers’ Lounge
PERIODIC AFTER HOURSPLAY AND READING HALL HIRE AVAILABLE 1st and 3rd Monday Call 9978– 4128 1.00pm 3.330pm
TABLE TENNIS 1.00pm-4.30pm
CARERS LUNCHTIME PROGRAM CONCERT SERIES 10.00am4-th12.00pm Thursday Harnett Room 1.00pm – 2.30pm QI GONG WITH ENGLISH STEWART CONVERSATION CLASSES 3.00pm – 4.00pm 1.00pm – 2.30pm
HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE 2.30pm – 4.30pm
BOOK DISCUSSION AFTER HOURS GROUP AND HALL HIRE with Ros Tinker AVAILABLE Returns Term 4
In the hall Out & About out and about MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SHOPPING BUS TASTES OF OUT & ABOUT DOOR TO DOOR SATURDAY WALKING GROUP GENTLE EXERCISE ZUMBA GOLD LEVEL 1 TAI CHI GENTLE EXERCISE BUS TRIPS SHUTTLE TO SOCIAL CLUB SYDNEY Weekly 2nd and 4th 9.00am - 10.00am 9.00am – 10.00am 9.00am – 10.00am 9.15am - 10.15am Weekly except 5th COMMUNITY 1st and 3rd Saturday 1st and 3rd Thursday Tuesday of the RESTAURANT 9.00am – 3pm Wednesday of the Pick ups at month Dinner Night GENTLE EXERCISE DANCE FOR month Every Friday 8.45am and 1.30pm 10.15am BEGINNERS Program GENTLE EXERCISE – 2.30pm WEEKEND 10.00am11.30am - 11.00am – 2.30pm PARKINSON’S 9.00am – 4.00pm U3A TAI CHI 5.00pm – 10.00pm 10.30am - 11.30am 10.15amEXPLORER – 11.15am 10.00am – 12.00pm 10.15am - 11.15am nd th and 4followed Saturday 2 60 min class New times! – 5.00pm by9.00am refreshments HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE 11.30pm – 1.00pm
COMMUNITY RESTAURANT 12.30pm – 2.00pm
LET’S DANCE with Ros Tinker 11.15am – 12.45pm
COMMUNITY RESTAURANT 12.30pm – 2.00pm
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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 Federal Government Gateway Games 2 for Carers 1800 422 737 carergateway.gov.au Mosman Council Customer Service 9978 4000
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