April, May, June 2013
55s NEWSLETTER
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Anzac
Day Dawn Service D-Caff Dementia Cafe Information Forum Movie afternoons, new listings Men’s Shed Opening Ruth Burgess Exhibition Technology Tuesdays Senior Art Lovers tours Diary of events And much, much more! Everyone had a fantastic time at the Senior’s Cocktail Party dancing to Greg Poppleton and his Bakelite Dance Band playing 1930s swing/jazz.
MOSMAN SQUARE SENIORS CENTRE Mosman Council Aged & Disability Services Civic Centre, Mosman Square Mosman 2088 Telephone: 9978 4128
Quick Phone List Activities
Olivier Strobel
Seniors’ Activities Co-ordinator
9978 4128
Information, Referrals & Support
Lyn Kelleher
Community Support Officer
9978 4119
Transport
Dianne Gillings
Community Transport Coordinator
9978 4120
Restaurant
Mary Magnus
Community Restaurant Coordinator
9978 4123
Meals on Wheels
Denise Lethbridge
Client Liaison Officer
9978 4130
Meals on Wheels
Katrina Jolley
Meals on Wheels Coordinator
9978 4130
Carers & Volunteers
Liz Nagel
Community Volunteers Coordinator & Carers Group Facilitator
9978 4089
Volunteers Support Officer
9978 4126
Volunteers
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Ryan Mouthaan
Mobile: 041978 4089
Newsletter now available on-line at www.mosman.nsw.gov.au
From the Editor’s Desk Dear readers, Welcome back to this new edition of the Over 55’s Newsletter from the Aged and Disability Services of the Mosman Council. In this issue, you will find all the activities and services we offer to Senior Citizens in Mosman and much more! Our contact details are listed on the front page, and you can also find the newsletter’s contents online on www.mosman.nsw.gov.au. Do not hesitate to contact Olivier on 9978 4128 if you need assistance. The first trimester of the year has been very interesting at the Seniors Centre. Seniors Week 2013 (17 March to 24 March) was a success according to the feedback we received. Many people have commented on the wonderful cocktail party, and everybody enjoyed the fantastic “Greg Poppleton and his Bakelite Dance Band”, who managed to get everyone Dancing by capturing the essence of the swing / jazz years (1930s) with uncanny accuracy! We all hope that Greg and his band will return to the Centre soon. The technology forum on Thursday the 21st March was quite technical, but helped to re-boost our computer programs at the council. This is an opportunity to mention that we do have two computer programs for people who require further assistance with their computer skills, please contact Olivier on 9978 4128 to find out more. The offer has been readjusted slightly to meet people’s needs, and this is now a good time to call and book a time. Finally, we finished the Seniors Week’s celebration with a great Mayoral Lunch, where seniors had the chance to talk and exchange with Mosman Mayor Peter Abelson, and we would like to thank him for joining us on the day; but this entire week would not have been possible without the help of the volunteers who assisted with every event. Many thanks to everyone for making this week a resounding success! But there are many other events coming up. Please keep in mind that the ATO and its Tax return program will be back at the centre in between June and October, find out if you are eligible and book a time after May for a free assistance with online tax returns. You will also find information in this newsletter about new items at the centre such as the D-Caf, Dementia Café. We welcome you to the centre on Thursday 18 April for our Information Forum, on Council services and many other providers on lower North shore for Medicare / Centrelink, Tars, Vision Australia, etc… please RSVP with Olivier on 9978 4128. We are looking forward to seeing you at the centre soon! 3
News from the Community Restaurant A warm welcome to you all from the Community Restaurant; from all the Volunteers, myself (the kitchen fairy!!) Paul, Lilia and Olivier. The year is moving forward very quickly and we’re heading into the second quarter. Australia Day was great fun, with Bob and Peter, known as The Echoes entertaining us! They were very enjoyable and everyone in the Restaurant was in fine form, singing along so well! Thank you! Oz Day was followed in February by our celebration of the Chinese New Year (Year of the Snake!). The food was delicious, with some of you even coming in and asking me for the recipe for the lemon chicken!! Our great friends from the Chatswood Community Centre joined us again to do some beautiful, traditional Taiwanese Dancing. They are always so welcome. Seniors Week, as usual was fun with the Cocktail Party a big hit! Wow! There are some good dancers among you!! Greg Poppleton and the Bakelite Broadcasters were fabulous! The Mayoral Lunch on Friday to finish up the Seniors Week activities’, was, as always a popular affair and I would like to thank the Mayor, Councillor Peter Abelson, for attending and presenting you all with a beautiful flower! We also had an unexpected St Patricks Day celebration on Friday 15 March, which was enjoyed by all. The beef and Guinness pies and the Irish Whisky cake went down a treat!! It has been really lovely that some people from the Allambie Heights, Cerebral Palsy Alliance have been joining us for lunch. Thank you for making them feel so welcome. I can’t tell you how much they enjoy getting out and joining us for lunch! I would really like to thank you all for supporting the Community Restaurant so well. Cheap Tuesday has been a great success, bringing in a lot of new faces!! And the “Loyalty card” idea has really taken off, with our first customers reaching their FREE lunch!! Wonderful!! Coming up we have some exciting things happening. On Friday 5th April we have some students from Mosman High joining us for lunch. They are Japanese language students and are coming dressed in kimono and are going to teach us some simple origami! I’m so excited the students are going to be joining us again. It was so enjoyable having them with us last year. Some more students will be here on Friday 17 May and will be bringing along some of their textile projects. Again on 7 June some Art students are coming. They will bring some of their work and tell us about what they learn at school. Later in the year some students from SCEGS will also be joining us in the Community Restaurant. Please come along and support this initiative. It’s great that the young people want to come and 4 visit us and so interesting to see and hear what they do!!
We have some interesting THEMED LUNCHES coming up. Friday 26 April we will be celebrating Anzac Day and our good friends, Ann and Paul Palumbo will join us. Lets hope their son, Ben can attend and serenade us with his beautiful voice! Any of you who have some War or Service medals, please wear them, as we honor you or your loved ones such as John Lutge on this special day.. We all owe you so much. Friday 31 May is a Hawaiian Lunch, please come and wear your hula skirts!!! Friday 28 June is our Guringai Festival celebration and we will be watching an interesting film about our Aboriginal cousins. Please remember to book for these Theme Lunches with Olivier. It’s so important I know how many are coming to the Theme days for catering and for setting up. The cost for Theme Lunches is $12.00. The few housekeeping reminders I gave you in the last newsletter have been adhered to and I thank you for that! There is still the problem of stacking plates at the table however and I do ask that you don’t do it. It is not easy for the Volunteers to carry so many at once and I would hate them to have an accident. The team in the Community Restaurant is so enthusiastic and we are so happy that you are all enjoying it so much. Thank you for your patience with the pianola. It is finally fixed, so I should be back on deck pumping those pedals again soon!!!!! Even though we're headed into the cooler months, keep up those liquids!!!! Cheers!! and best wishes from Mary (the kitchen fairy!) PS.. It is with great sadness that we farewell Paul Morgan. He is fun to have around and an absolute dynamo in the kitchen!! Thank you so much for all your help, Paul. We will really miss you! Thank you! Mary Magnus The Kitchen Fairy! 5
Meals on Wheels
“Have you tried Meals on Wheels lately?” ☺ Are you looking for easier meal options? ☺ Would you like delicious, fresh meals delivered directly to your home on days that suit you? Our nutritious meals are prepared daily by a catering company using the freshest ingredients. They are excellent quality, and fantastic value. 3-course meal and juice is only $8.00! Our menu offers a choice of meals each day, with traditional favourites as well as contemporary dishes to suit all tastes. We also have fresh salads and sandwiches. We can cater for special diets, such as gluten-free or vegetarian, and can provide pureed or chopped meals. We can even arrange for a dietician to contact you to discuss your requirements further. Fresh, chilled meals are available Monday to Friday ready for you to heat in your oven or microwave. We also have a huge selection of frozen meals. Take-Away Meals If you’re unsure of when you’ll be at home to receive deliveries, why not come to the Meals on Wheels kitchen and collect some frozen meals. Bring a cool bag with an ice brick between 11am and 1pm and you can choose from our frozen selection. Have you thought about taking away some frozen meals after your exercise class or after other activities in the Seniors Centre? 6
Our new winter menu begins at the end of April, offering a range of warming meals for the cooler weather, including hearty casseroles, curries, rissoles and roast dinners. Please let us know if you would like us to send or email you a copy of our new menu. If you, or someone you know or care for, would like to try our meals, or if you would just like to have a look at our menu, please contact either Katrina, Denise or Lilia on 9978 4130.
Getting in and out of cars is so much easier with a swivel seat! Aged and Disability Services office has a swivel seat that can be borrowed to assist with transporting someone in a car. We also have wheelchairs that can be borrowed for two weeks at a time. For Bookings please call Olivier on 99784128.
There's always something happening at Mosman Square Seniors Centre The Mosman Square Seniors' Centre is open daily from 9.00am– 5.00pm. If you have to access the Centre earlier for one of our many activities, please use the Aged & Disability Services office door located to the right of the steps to the main entrance doors. To minimise disruption to classes in the main hall of the Seniors' Centre, please note the following: Those who do not have difficulty with stairs, please enter the Seniors' Centre via the stairs leading to the office area.
Have you lost anything? Over a period of time we have collected a number of items that have been left here at the Seniors' Centre. If you drop in, our friendly staff will be more than happy to show you these lost items, which include gloves, glasses cases, sunglasses, cardi7 gans, jumpers etc. or, you can give us a call on 9978 4128.
Community Support Mosman Men’s Shed Opened The Mosman Men’s Shed has been unofficially opened since late last year from which time members have been busily working away fitting out the shed. Taking it from an empty shell to a well equipped shed, with a variety of equipment you would expect to find in a good shed. Such as lathes, bench saws, drills, work benches etc. Also a great little kitchen and tea room with a computer and tv as well. With all of that work done the shed, now with over 60 members was opened by the Mayor with several former councillors and council staff that have been involved with the sheds setup also attending. An enjoyable day was had by all who attended, after the officialties were out of the way the BBQ was fired up and it was clear from the smiles, conversation and buzz in the air that the shed’s purpose to provide a place for the retired men of Mosman to get together, have a potter and chat is truly in full swing. If you are interested in joining the Mosman Men’s Shed please phone 0418 228 258 or email to mosmanmensshed@gmail.com
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Mosman Carers Group Caring for Carers Mosman Carers Group meets weekly, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere every Wednesday morning from 10am–12 noon in the Harnett Rooms at Mosman Council. The group is an open one, those who attend care for family and friends with illnesses ranging from Dementia/ Alzheimers disease, terminal illness and mental and physical disabilities as well as mental health issues. There are weekly guest speakers and these important and informative sessions cover subjects such as Dementia/ Alzheimers disease, grief and loss, compassion fatigue, legal issues, relaxation and meditation and many, many more. There are monthly support group/get togethers when Carers come together to have chat over a cup of tea and also regular full day bus outings, Carers say they find these outings a wonderful break and valuable respite from their caring role. Feedback from the Carers has been very positive, they say they find the group extremely valuable, appreciating the information, guest speakers and referrals as well as the relaxed and friendly atmosphere (also the laughter which plays a big part in the meetings!) and wonderful friendships have formed. As you can see from the picture Carers were able to relax and enjoy a delicious meal and a glass of wine at the Carers Christmas lunch at the Mosman Hotel. A vital part of the group is the friendship and support Carers give one another, they know only too well the highs and lows, frustrations and difficulties of being a Carer and are able to listen and offer advice and understanding. One Carer said “ I would not have survived without the Carers group” another said “ I value the group so much, I was never able to open up about my feelings but now find I can speak freely about how I feel, it has been an amazing The weekly meetings are not only valuable for the information and support Carers receive, they also act as respite, a short break or “time out”, the full day outings are also a well needed, often vital break for Carers. If you are caring for someone, or you know someone who is, please contact me on 99784089 for more information. Warm regards, Liz Nagel
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THE CHALLENGE OF ACCEPTING CARE Quite often in our role as Community Support Officers, Chantal and I have met clients who are in need of assistance but have difficulty accepting help. The following article in most part was prepared by Associate Professor Michael Fine, Head of Department of Sociology and Deputy Director of the Centre for Research on Social Inclusion at Macquarie University, in it he addresses this dilemma. After a life of independence some people find it hard to depend on others, which is a dilemma for those close to them (and for the workers who are trying to keep them safe). Someone needs help, yet won’t accept it but without care, will it be possible for them to survive? Who is responsible? What should be done? This is a question I ask myself now – not as a researcher or expert in the field, but at a personal level. Like many others before me, it concerns someone quite close to me – my parents. It’s a confronting question, confronting all of us in the family. Anyone who has worked in the aged care field or has cared for an elderly relative or friend, knows the problem – but somehow it is seldom, if ever, discussed. After all, isn’t it a matter of personal choice? If the individual, with decision making capacity, doesn’t want to have help and resolutely refuses polite offers of assistance, surely they are free to express their mind. The issue is well known in families, too, as it is in residential care. Just when it seems impossible to keep an older person or couple at home and residential care seems the obvious answer to everyone who knows anything, that’s when the urge for remaining independent seems to be most strong. Who’s going to have to step in? Quietly, discreetly perhaps, the answer will often be someone in the family. Not surprisingly, there’s frequently a daughter involved. But it can happen to sons too, to husbands and wives, in-laws as well as grandchildren. Neighbours, friends, old workmates, too, can’t escape being confronted, either. It can happen too for those living alone or when there is no home, or when there is no family or friends at all. 10
These are the tough ones – the oldies who would rather face life alone, go without help as well as comforts, just so they don’t lose their sense of independence. At its extremes, this is the face of social isolation – the reason so many older people perished in the Victorian bushfires and in Hurricane Katrina. Being alone really can be dangerous. Is it a denial of ageing and dependency? Is it an urge to cling to the myth of self-competence and independence? Or is it more a fear of losing control, of having to ask for help from strangers? Or perhaps it is the result of years of conditioning, of seeing the way that relatives placed into care were treated decades ago. At an international conference on care giving recently in Canada, a famous care ethicist who had been scheduled to give the keynote speech was nearly unable to attend. Her mother, now in her 90’s needed help around the clock but refused to accept home helpers, just as resolutely as she refused to leave her own home to go to a facility for residential care. With no one else allowed in the house, you will know who it was who felt responsible to provide help, ever so discretely. Day after day, week after week. The ethicist argued that the only rational and responsible action is to accept care when we need it. Her mother, by that definition, was going against her very argument. Those of us who give care, especially in a professional capacity, are bound by ethical codes to behave well towards those who need support. But do those who need help but who wish to remain independent also face an ethical responsibility? This is perhaps the hardest question in all of care. In a culture that worships ‘independence’; can we ever learn to embrace dependency or at least reach out for ‘some’ assistance, when we need it, in order to maintain our ‘independence’. A very thought provoking article by Associate Professor Michael Fine. Please remember Chantal and I are available to assist with your enquiries in regard to the services available to support and assist you. We are happy to visit you at home, you can also phone us or visit the office. Please ring on 9978 4119 if you would like more information. Lyn Kelleher & Chantal Kerr Community Support Officers 11
Community Transport Bus Costs For older residents who do not drive and cannot manage public transport. Door to door services in a wheelchair accessible bus. Phone 9978 4120 for enquiries & Bookings Day
Transport to
Individual Transport Monday to Friday
Local Mosman Area Lower North Shore area Out of Area
Wednesday Shuttle
Thursday Shuttle
Friday Shuttle
Monday
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Medical and Hospital appointments take priority. Times to suit appointments Medical, hospital— priority—shopping, library, exercise class, visiting, hairdresser appointments. Local Mosman Area Lower North Shore area Medical, hospital— priority—shopping, library, exercise class, visiting, hairdresser appointments. Local Mosman Area Lower North Shore area Medical, hospital— priority—shopping, library, exercise class, visiting, hairdresser appointments. Local Mosman Area Lower North Shore area Morning & Afternoon shopping bus service to Bridgepoint shopping centre Transport to the community Restaurant Out & About trips Varied location & Lunch venues
Times
Cost (bus only) $10 return $14 Return $20 Return + tolls
Between 8.30am and 5pm 9am—4pm $8 return $5 one way $12 return $7 One way 9am—4pm $8 return $5 one way $12 return $7 One way 9am—4pm $8 return $5 one way $12 return $7 One way 9 am (morning) 1.30pm (afternoon)
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Pick up from 11am return 2 pm
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Pick up from 9am and return by 4pm
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D-Caff Dementia Café Living together with memory loss Where: Mosman Senior’s Centre Civic Centre Mosman Square, Spit Junction When: Second Friday of each month Between:
10:00am – 12 noon
Cost:
$2 per person
D-Caff Dementia Café is designed for people with dementia and their carers to attend together. D-Caff offers a friendly, relaxed atmosphere for the person and their spouse, or another family member, to meet and talk with others in a similar situation. D-Caff Mosman is organised in partnership with Mosman Council and run by people with expertise who are able to support participants by providing specialised advice and information about living with dementia day to day, and how to link into appropriate local community support services. D-Caff in Mosman will meet every second Friday of the month, commencing 12th April, 10th May, 14th June, 12th July, 9th August, 13th September, 11th October, 8th November and 13th December To join us at the D-Caff Mosman Café register by calling Sandra Carroll on 8878 5937 or email: sacarroll@chcs.com.au We look forward to having coffee with you! Ph: 1800 225 474 www.catholiccommunityservices.com.au Catholic Community Services NSW/ACT is a Division of Catholic Healthcare Limited 13 ABN 69 064 946 318
What’s on at Mosman Art Gallery Senior Art Lovers Tours The Mosman Art Gallery is a dedicated public gallery established by Mosman Council. The Mosman Art Gallery presents, a variety of quality exhibitions, educational activities and special events, which make a significant contribution to the cultural life of Mosman and surrounding districts. Mosman Art Gallery understands the important role creativity has in maintaining the good health & well being of our senior members in the community. Community group visits to the Gallery can be arranged where trained Gallery Guides provide a customised tour of the exhibitions together with opportunities for discussion and reflection by group members. Whist the Mosman Art Gallery presents a rich and varied program of high quality exhibitions, the Balnaves Gift, a donation of sixteen Australian Impressionist and early twentieth century artworks significant to the Mosman area, provides a particularly special guided tour experience for seniors. Visitors have the opportunity to connect with the vision of important artists such as Arthur Streeton, Sydney Long & Margaret Preston and see landscapes of the Mosman area that were once familiar. For Bookings and information contact: Janelle Patchett Public Programs Officer Ph: 9978 4185 or Email: j.patchett@mosman.nsw.gov.au
Current Exhibitions Ruth Burgess: From the Forest - 30 years of Woodcuts & Wood Engravings. Saturday 16 March – Sunday 19 May 2013 From the Forest celebrates the art and life of Ruth Burgess, who has had a career spanning three decades and is widely regarded as a leading force in Australian printmaking as an artist, teacher and mentor. With her home and studio immersed in a verdant rainforest in Turramurra on Sydney’s North shore, the enduring themes evident within her work are the spirituality and the immediacy of her bush environment and the interconnectedness of man and nature. 14
What’s on at Mosman Library If you have ever wanted to set up an email account but didn’t know how to go about it? Then this session is for you. You will learn how to sign up for an email account, add contacts, send emails, read emails and delete emails. For bookings phone 9978 4091.
Author Evening
Waging Peace: Anne Deveson Monday 29 April 2013 at 7.00pm Looking back on a long and active life, Anne Deveson draws on a rich vein of public and private experiences to reflect on what made her the bold social commentator she became. Central among her lifelong preoccupations have been the questioning of war, and the promotion of peace. Bookings in advance essential. Adults $10, pensioners and students $8 (passes must be shown).
Special Needs Service Mosman Library provides services for people with special needs including those who are housebound, people with disabilities, and people with language difficulties. In some instances a medical certificate is required to take advantage of these services. These services include sound recordings, talking books, large print books and community language books. Materials are available from the State Library of NSW Special Needs Centre including captioned videos, talking books, large print and reading development material .
Home Library Service This service is available for Mosman residents who are physically unable to visit the Library. Material is selected by a librarian and delivered to the resident’s home. Volunteers play a vital role in delivering this service. For more information contact the Home Library Service Librarian. 15
COMMUNITY RESTAURANT THEME LUNCHES Friday 26 April
ANZAC LUNCH
Friday 31 May
HAWAIIAN
Friday 28 June
GURINGAI FESTIVAL (Aboriginal theme luncheon)
Friday 26 July
FRENCH
Friday 30 August
RUSSIAN
Friday 27 September
MEXICAN
Tuesday 5 November
MELBOURNE CUP LUNCH
Tuesday 17 December
CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Tuesday 7 January 2014
Restaurant resumes
Broadband for seniors! We have free classes for beginners wanting to learn computers and the internet. One of our fantastic volunteer tutors will spend four sessions of 90 minutes with you in a one on one interaction. Learn the basics, how to use the internet, play music and get pictures, and create your own email address over 4 weeks. There is a waiting list, so please register with Olivier on 9978 4128. You can also have free access to the internet when the classes are not on! Where? In the Seniors Lounge, Aged and Disability Services, Mosman Council. 16
Mosman Historical Society Meeting Mosman Library: 8 May 2013 Doors open: 6.45pm start 7.00pm Coffee and tea provided – Donation $ 5.00 n/o John Hiscox as well as being Allan Border’s father in law, has lately written the history of the Mosman Cricket Club. Mr Hiscox came to Mosman at 4 years of age, played baseball and cricket in Mosman in his youth and has been on Mosman Cricket Club committee, so he is well versed to give an interesting talk of the history of the Club from 1908, highlighting some of its more well-known players over the years and how the Mosman Cricket Club has given to both the community and the broader cricketing community. For further information 0418 857 182.
Mosman Village Art and Craft Market Saturday 6 April Saturday 4 May Saturday 1 June
Who’s this lovely pair dancing the day away at the Cocktail Party?
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E X E R C I S E Healthy Lifestyle Why not join an exercise group with Healthy Lifestyle in 2013? Once you join a class, you will quickly begin to see improvements in your fitness and health. It's never too late to start, so pick up the phone and get into a course that suits you. Healthy Lifestyle classes at Mosman Seniors Tuesday Gentle Exercise Gentle Pace 10.30am-11.30am Gentle Exercise Slow Pace 9.15am-10.15am Thursday Gentle Exercise Slow Pace 9.30am-10.30am Upright & Active 11.30am-12.30pm Term 3 runs for 10 weeks beginning week of Monday 15 July 2013. Bookings are essential so call 8877 5300 for information and a course brochure or visit our website: www.nsccahs.nealth.nsw.gov.au/healthylifestyle
Over 55s Aquacise Maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise by participating in Aquacise classes. Mosman Swim Centre, located in Vista Street Mosman, offers a range of different Aquacise classes for Over 55s that are proven to increase your metabolism, build muscle tone and strength, improve balance. flexibility and relieve tension. Each class can be varied in difficulty from easy to advanced. Prices for Aquacise classes are: Adult - $15.00 and Pensioner - $12.00. They also offer 10 visit multi-passes: Adult - $120.00 and Pensioner - $106.00, which are valid for 2 years from the date of purchase. For class timetables visit www.mosmanswimcentre.com.au or phone 9969 3888 for more information. The Centre has introduced a Special Needs Swimming Program on Saturday afternoons. Catering for both children and adults of all abilities, the program offers choice of group or personal sessions. For more information please phone 1300 11 7946 or see staff at the Centre, 90 Vista Street, Mosman. 18
Tennis Ladies and men of any age are welcome. Current group of twenty enthusiastic players includes both women and men. All matches are doubles and having active fun is more important than who wins or loses! Where: Mosman Seniors Tennis Club, Rosebery St, Mosman When: ....Mondays and Fridays Time: ......11am to 2pm Call or phone Graham Levido on 9969 5177. (Synthetic Courts)
Balmoral Scottish Country Dance Group The Scottish Dancing group is recruiting! Calling for all Seniors, men & women to come and join a fun evening of Scottish Dancing with Eric and Noreen. Every Wednesday 6.30–9pm, Mosman Square Seniors Centre. Contact Olivier on 9978 4128 or Noreen on 9971 1646.
Table Tennis With 2 tables and sometimes up to 16 players, the table tennis group has been growing steadily. Join us on Wednesdays at the Seniors Centre (main hall) between 100 and 3.30 pm for a great game!”. When: Wednesdays Time: 1.00pm to 3.30pm Just call in, or phone Olivier Strobel on 9978 4128.
Inform, Involve, Include
Information Forum 18 April 2013, 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Senior’s Centre Come along and find out about a range of community services for people over 60 and their families living on the Lower North Shore and how these services could help. Speakers from The Aged Care Rights Service, Anglicare, Australian Hearing, Centrelink and Medicare. Barista and light refreshments included. Please RSVP to Olivier on 9978 4128 or email o.strobel@mosman.nsw.gov.au
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Computer Pals We have a waiting list on these classes, please contact Olivier on 9978 4128 for more information. We are always looking for new volunteer tutors, if you feel that you may be the person to help, please contact Ryan Mouthaan on 9978 4216. Term 2: Monday 29April – Friday 28 June 2013 Term 3: Monday 15 July – Friday 20 September 2013 Term 4: Tuesday 8 October – Friday 20 December 2013 Where: Seniors' Centre Cost: $40.00 for each term. For more information, please call 9978 4128.
Mosman University of the Third Age (U3A) U3A provides an opportunity to enjoy the stimulation of learning in a relaxed atmosphere ... no stress, no exams. Classes cover a wide range of subjects including: • history • geography • art appreciation • creative writing • discussion groups and more. Locally, U3A classes are held in the Mosman Seniors’ Centre, Mosman Art Gallery, The Manors of Mosman, The Garrison and in private homes. When you join you will receive a Membership Card and current course list with details of all classes in all regions as membership covers all regions of Sydney. Annual Membership $45.00 - Joining Fee $10. To join U3A phone the Sydney U3A office for more information and a membership form. Phone 9252 2033 between 10.00am and 1.00pm. For any further information phone 9978 4128.
Sing-along group Many thanks to all clients for their patience in regards to the new singing group The activity will take place at the Seniors Centre on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. No previous knowledge or singing experience required or expected! For more info, call Olivier on 9978 4128.
Are you up for a game of chess? The New Chess Group is already going strong!!! Join us for a challenge, every Wednesday morning between 9.00 am and 12.00pm, the more the20merrier! For further information, contact Olivier on 9978 4128.
Knitting Group This group contributes to a charity organisation called Wrap with Love inc. which dispatches quilts and covers to the four corners of the world. Our Mosman group has continued with their amazing efforts and produced over 40 quilts for Wraps With Love in 2012. The Mosman knitting group needs more squares and more wool! Please call Olivier on 9978 4128 if you have wool to donate! Many thanks in advance. If you need more information, call Maureen on 9969 3635 or Bev on 9953 2724 or enquire with Olivier at the Seniors' Centre. For the knitting group 2013 dates, please contact Olivier on 9978 4128. When: Every 3rd Friday of the month from 2pm to 4pm Where: Volunteers Room (next to the Meals on Wheels kitchen).
Periodic Play Reading Group Enjoy a fun group for seniors, reading your choice of interesting and famous plays. When: First and third Wednesday of the month from 1.00pm to 3.30pm Where: Mosman Square Seniors' Centre Enquiries: Please call 9978 4128
Come and Join Us for Bingo! We would be happy to have more people join the Bingo group, We need more bingo players, please join us for a wonderful afternoon with Jean, Jo, Vicky and all the ladies from the afternoon Bingo! if you are interested, please call Olivier on 9978 4128.
Fun Bingo Facts
Bingo is a fun game, for the old and young ones alike. It has been around since the 1500s, when it started as an Italian game that is still being played today.
Through the years the game has evolved from being called 'beano' to its more popular name today. The name 'beano' came from the fact that the game was previously done by covering the numbers with beans, since no multi-colored daubers were around in the 1930s.
Studies have shown that bingo is actually good for our brains! One study concluded that people who played bingo fared much better at certain mental activities than those who did not play the game.
Women who are named Margaret win in bingo more often than women with any other name.
People of different ages play bingo and enjoy it. Today, 30% of bingo players at 35 years old or younger. There goes the popular belief that bingo is only an old ladies' game!
Most bingo players are also cat lovers. Bing Crosby's childhood nickname was, yup, 'Bingo.'
Ref: http://www.freebingocd.com/fun-bingo-facts-bingo.html
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movie afternoons Join us on the 2nd Friday of every month at 2pm after the Community Restaurant (around 2.15 pm) for a free movie at the Seniors Centre, proudly sponsored by Mosman Council and Bendigo Bank. What’s next? Friday 12 April: Brief Encounter (86 mns) 1945 Friday 10 May: The King and I (133 mns) 1956 Friday 14 June: Citizen Kane (119 mns) 1941 Friday 12 July: Red River (133 mns) 1948 Friday 9 August: It Happened One Night (105 mns) 1934 Please note that while we will do our best to stick to the above program, it might still be subject to change depending on licensing rights.
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April 2013 Monday
1 EASTER MONDAY – The Centre will be closed today
Tuesday
2 Community Restaurant—Cheap Tuesday 12—2pm, Mosman Square Seniors Centre. Cost $7. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 99784128.
Wednesday
3 Out & About Trip – Bobbin Head – Lunch at the Bobbin In Club For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
5 Community Restaurant 12—2pm, Mosman Square Seniors Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 99784128.
Tuesday
9 Community Restaurant 12—2pm, Mosman Square Seniors Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 99784128.
Wednesday
10 Out & About Trip – Como – Lunch at the Como Hotel For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
12 Community Restaurant 12—2pm, Mosman Square Seniors Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 99784128.
Friday
12 Classic Movie Afternoon – ‘Brief Encounter’ 2.15 – 4.30 pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Free Event, No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Saturday
13 Community Bus Trip – Wisemans Ferry, Swanes Nursery Explore the heartland of the Hawkesburry and the river settlement of Wisemans Ferry, the morning tea will be at the Swanes nursery. Morning tea and lunch at your own expense, or bring your own. Bus leaves Council Car Park at 9.00 am. Bus cost $20. Payment with booking. For more information contact 9978 4128. 23
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16 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128.
Wednesday
17 Out & About Trip – Warragamba – Lunch at the Warragamba Workers Club For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120.
Friday
19 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128.
Tuesday
23 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $12. Bookings essential. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Wednesday
24 Out & About Trip – Mooney Mooney For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Thursday
25 Anzac Day – The centre will be closed today
Friday
26 Community Restaurant—Theme —Anzac Day Lunch 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $12. Bookings essential. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
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Saturday
27 Community Bus Trip – Berry Markets, morning tea at the Bulli lookout Berry has one of the finest market in NSW, known as the Berry Country fair. Join us on the day and discover this beautiful little town, stroll through the market and have a morning tea stop at the Bulli lookout. Morning tea and lunch at your own expense, or bring your own. Bus leaves Council Car Park at 9.00 am. Bus cost $20. Payment with booking. For more information contact 9978 4128.
Tuesday
30 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $12. Bookings essential. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
May 2013 Wednesday
1 Out & About Trip – Terrigal – Lunch at Terrigal’s Bowls Club For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
3 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Tuesday
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Community Restaurant—Cheap Tuesday 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $7. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Wednesday
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Out & About Trip – Palm Beach – Lunch at the Palm Beach RSL For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
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Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
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Classic Movie Afternoon – “The King and I “ 2.15 – 4.30 pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Free Event, No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128 25
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May 2013 Saturday
11 Community Bus Trip – Woy Woy, morning tea at Patonga Visit this coastal town and southern suburb of the Central Coast on the southern reaches of Brisbane water. Enjoy a great morning tea at Patonga. Morning tea and lunch at your own expense, or bring your own. Bus leaves Council Car Park at 9.00 am. Bus cost $20. Payment with booking. For more information contact 9978 4128.
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Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128.
Wednesday
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Out & About Trip – Berowra– Lunch at the Fish Cafe For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
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Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Tuesday
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Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
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Out & About Trip – Gosford – Lunch at the Gosford Art Gallery For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
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Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
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Community Bus Trip – Harper’s Mansion in Berrima, lunch at Moss Vale Harpers Mansion is a historic homestead in Berrima, recognised for its georgian’s design it is now part of the National Trust. Morning tea and lunch at your own expense, or bring your own. Bus leaves Council Car Park at 9.00 am. Bus cost $20, admission $7.00. Payment with booking. For more information contact 9978 4128.
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Tuesday
28 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Friday
31 Community Restaurant—Hawaiian 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $12. Booking essential. Bring a friend, to book contact Olivier 9978 4128
June 2013 Tuesday
4 Community Restaurant—Cheap Tuesday 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $7. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Wednesday
5 Out & About Trip – Davistown – Lunch at the RSL Club For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
7 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Saturday
8 Community Bus Trip – Norman Lindsay Gallery, lunch at Faulconbridge The Norman Lindsay gallery in the Blue Mountains is set in beautiful extensive grounds and was the home and studio of Norman Lindsay. Enjoy the lush gardens and discover where he created some of his most controversial work. Morning tea and lunch at your own expense, or bring your own. Bus leaves Council Car Park at 9.00 am. Bus cost $20, admission $10.00. Payment with booking. For more information contact 9978 4128.
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Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128.
12 Out & About Trip – Towradgi – Lunch at Towradgi Park Bowling Club For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120 27
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Friday
14 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Friday
14 Classic Movie Afternoon – Citizen Kane 2.15 – 4.30 pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Free Event, No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128 18 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Tuesday
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19 Out & About Trip – Georges River – Lunch at the Sailing Club For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120
Friday
21 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128
Saturday
22 Community Bus Trip – Shellharbour, morning tea at Austinmere Come and join us to visit Shellharbour, framed between the sparkling waters of the Tasman Sea and the magnificent Illawarra escarpments. Morning tea and lunch at your own expense, or bring your own. Bus leaves Council Car Park at 9.00 am. Bus cost $20. Payment with booking. For more information contact 9978 4128. 25 Community Restaurant 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $10. No booking required. Bring a friend. For more information contact 9978 4128 26 Out & About Trip – Camden – Lunch at Crème de la Crème For Mosman residents who are frail aged. Cost $15 includes bus and morning tea. Lunch extra. For more information contact Dianne Gillings on 9978 4120 28 Community Restaurant—Theme Lunch—Guringai Festival 12pm – 2pm, Mosman Square Seniors’ Centre. Cost $12. Booking essential. Bring a friend, to book contact Olivier 9978 4128
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ANZAC Dawn Service Date: Thursday 25 April Where: Old Parade Ground, Georges Heights Time: 5.30am There is a catafalque party, ANZAC address, wreath laying and Act of Remembrance. Local community groups and citizens are welcome to lay wreaths/tributes but please notify the Master of Ceremonies on the morning. Following the service the Mosman Lions Club provide sausage sandwiches for a nominal fee. A traditional ‘Gunfire breakfast’ is provided compliments of the Returned Servicemen’s Club. Seating is limited to veterans who cannot stand. Bring your own chair if you need one, and wear suitable clothing as there is no shelter. For further information, contact Eileen or Ian Henderson on 9969 2815
“Adventures By Bus” - Wollombi On Saturday 9th February the Over 55’s Saturday trip headed north along the Pacific Highway to Wahroonga then turned onto the National highway 1 (F3 Freeway to Newcastle). About an hour later, the bus turned off the freeway at Peats Ridge to follow the scenic road that leads to Maitland, past steep gorges, rocky sandstone outcrops, well timbered slopes and undulating pastoral valleys. After passing the turn off to Wiseman’s ferry the road becomes the great north Road which was initially built by convicts 1826-34. A stop for morning tea, and then onto Wollombi (aboriginal for “the meeting of the waters”), it s also the meeting of two roads. One to Broke the other to Cesnock and Maitland. The township of Wollombi has a peacefull relaxed atmosphere, resonant of the 1930’s. The local court house has an interesting and well presented museum, dedicated to the areas pioneers. With a number of historic buildings and relaxed dinning outlets, the two hours spent in Wollombi sped by quickly. On the return journey the bus stopped at a farm gate produce stall. Most returning into the bus had tangible reminders of their interesting days. Andrew, The bus driver, added to the historical nature of the trip by driving back to Sydney on the old Sydney-Newcastle road away from freeway cars and through some more pastoral settings which reminded many onboard of times they use to drive north on this road. I am sure they enjoyed them29 selves! Saturday Outing Trip report by Di mcK
“Adventures By Bus” – Kangaroo valley & Fitzroy Falls The Saturday trip to kangaroo Valley via Mittagong and Bowral was taken on Saturday 23rd March. Our first stop was Fitzroy Falls where we pulled up in front of the visitor’s centre and café. Entering, we were serenaded by a didgeridoo while inspecting the interactive displays showing some of the animals, birds and snakes of the area. Then, our steps took us to along the 2 mins walk to the main lookout which gives spectacular views of Fitzroy Falls as it cascades down from the sandstone escarpment to the main forest below. The whole area is encircled by eucalyptus forests. In 1818, Charles Throsby was guided into this area by an aboriginal chief and made his home nearby. He used to enjoy taking people to the falls for picnics, and in 1850 one of his guests was Governor Fitzroy who being self-effacing, named the falls after himself! Back to the bus to be driven down the steep winding road onto Kangaroo valley with its peaceful rural landscape along the lush valley floor, a contrast to the grandeur of the forested valley walls. The township of Kangaroo Valley – originally Osborne - has been classified by the national trust, as most of its constructions were built prior to the end of the 19th century. You will find there, some unusual animals in the valley; this gorilla came via Victorian artist Sam Anderson. Walking in the area you will see some of the 40 different species of wallabies, possums, kangaroos, wombats and platypus. The Valley has a thriving Art Community with works displayed in Galleries and also on the walls of a variety of eating places. The valley has industries: Cedar Cutters, dairy farmers and moonshine makers, the last of whom died in 1932 at 106 after finishing his last bottle of homemade hooch. After a relaxed wander fossicking through interesting shops, and after a lovely lunch, it was time to meet again at the bus, which brought us back to Mosman by 5pm; we had traveled approximately 350 kms. 30
Saturday Outing Trip report by Di mcK
MOSMAN HOME GARDENER’S SOCIETY Meets every second Tuesday of the month 7.00pm – 9.00pm
2.30pm – 4.30pm OLD TIME DANCE
First Tuesday each month is Cheap Tuesday $7
Mosman Municipal Council
2.00pm – 4.30pm ART CLASS (all media) $50.00 per term
9.30am – 10.30am Level 1 TAI CHI 10.45am – 11.45am Beginners TAI CHI
DRAMA GROUP 4.30pm – 5.30pm
1.00pm – 4.30pm BRIDGE
1.00pm – 3.00pm BINGO
UPRIGHT & ACTIVE A falls prevention exercise 11.15am – 12.15 pm $110.00 full – 10 weeks $88.00 conc – 10 weeks
9.30am – 10.30am GENTLE EXERCISE $88.00 conc - 10 weeks $110.00 full – 10 weeks
Civic Centre, Mosman Square, Mosman
MOSMAN ABORIGINAL RECONCILIATION GROUP Meets every first Wednesday of the month, 6pm – 8pm
$2.00 per class
MOSMAN SCOTTISH DANCE GROUP
7.00pm – 9.00pm
Table Tennis 1.00pm - 3.30 pm Seniors Centre
Young Seniors Morning Tea 9.30am – 11.30am Last Wednesday of the month ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASSES 1.00pm – 2.30pm Coin Donation 1.00pm – 3.30pm PERIODIC PLAY READING GROUP Meets every first and third Wednesday of the month
9.00am – 4.00pm COMPUTER PALS Computer Room open
Chess Group Every Wednesday 9.00am – 12.00pm
9.00am – 4.00pm COMPUTER PALS Computer Room open
9.00am – 4.00pm COMPUTER PALS Computer Room open
12.00pm – 2.00pm COMMUNITY RESTAURANT $10
9.00am – 12.30pm MAHJONG
10.00am – 12.00pm U3A $10.00 Joining Fee $45.00 Membership
9.00am – 12.30pm MAHJONG
THURSDAY
WEDNESDAY
TUESDAY
9.15am – 10.15am 10.30am – 11.30am GENTLE EXERCISE $88.00 conc - 10 weeks $110.00 full – 10 weeks
Knitting Group 3rd Friday of the Month 2.00 pm- 4.00 pm Volunteers Lounge
FREE TEA AND COFFEE AVAILABLE ALL DAY MONDAY FRIDAY
9.00am departure BUS TRIPS As advertised
SATURDAY
April, May June 2013
Friday at the movies Every 2nd Friday of the month, join us for a Free classic movie afternoon 2.30-4.30 pm (Starts Feb. 2012)
12.00pm – 2.00pm COMMUNITY RESTAURANT Every Week – $10.00 Last Friday of the month: International Luncheon, $12.00 Bookings Essential
9.00am – 1.00pm COMPUTER PALS Computer Room open
ART CLASS 9.00am – 11.30am (all media) $50.00 per term
FRIDAY
For more information phone Olivier Strobel, Seniors’ Activities Co-ordinator, on 9978 4128
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MOSMAN SQUARE SENIORS CENTRE Mosman Council Aged & Disability Services Civic Centre, Mosman Square Mosman NSW 2088 Telephone: 9978 4128 www.mosman.nsw.gov.au
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