Final january march 2017 salisbury seniors magazine

JANUARY - MARCH 2017 SPECIAL EVENTS • WELLBEING • COMMUNITY INFORMATION

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Mayors message

Welcome to 2017. I hope you had a wonderful festive season and are now looking forward to an exciting and interesting new year.

This January to March edition of the Salisbury Seniors magazine will give you some ideas on how to activate your life including making new healthy habits and breaking those old ones.

A new year is also a good time to try something different just like the people who joined a local theatre workshop series. They learnt theatre and performance skills and then performed to family and friends. Seniors involved in this workshop series said that they loved the opportunity to work as a team, appreciated being a part of something

bigger and had a lot of fun. If you would like to see the 'Out of the Box' performance, it will be showcased as a Salisbury Secret Garden Fringe event on Saturday 25 February at the Jack Young Centre.

I encourage you to read about Tina, a local resident, who had an access issue with her footpath. Tina contacted Council which worked with her to resolve the problem and she is now able to enjoy her local neighbourhood and all it has to offer. Details on page 7.

Don’t forget, now is the time to plan your activities and events

to make your year interesting and fun. You will find these listed at the back of the magazine.

If you would like to receive an electronic copy of future Salisbury Seniors magazines, phone 8406 8225 or email has@salisbury.sa.gov.au.

Yours sincerely,

Gillian Aldridge JP Mayor of Salisbury

CONTENTS 18 3 5 19 3 Creating healthy habits 4 (Don't) act your age 5 Brain health 6 Feedback results 7 Local resident exercises her

right to use the footpath 8 Recognition of outstanding

work for Seniors 9 What is my aged care?

9 Multicultural Salisbury 10 Looking for work?

10 Volunteers making a difference 11 Your Community 12 Conversations with Northern Seniors

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City Plan 2030 Salisbury Snapshots From the Jack Young Centre Jack Young Centre feedback New program A Word from Jack's Cafe From the Para Hills Centre Community Hub update From the Pine Lakes Centre Special event listings Wellbeing activities Your local council helping you to live a good life Service contact details

Salisbury Seniors is available at the Council office, Jack Young Centre, Para Hills Centre, Pine Lakes Centre, Home Assist, libraries and community centres.

Please send your feedback on this magazine to Arlene at has@salisbury.sa.gov.au or phone 8406 8591 Cover: Lindsay Zimmermann & Lorna Murray who have been running the JYC Indoor Bowls session on a Friday for over 4 years.

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creating HEALTHY HABITS Most of us have a list of things we’d like to do better and very often those things involve changing habits. We may want to increase our physical activity, eat better, have more fun, relax or just get more sleep.

Here are some strategies to help you build new habits or break old ones: • Be specific - Don’t intend to ‘eat more healthy’ as that’s too vague. Identify what you really need to ask of yourself, for example, resolve to ‘eat breakfast’, ‘stop eating fast food’, ‘cook dinner at home’ and/or ‘don't drink sugary soft drinks’.

• Monitor your resolution - Track how you are doing as this will keep you focused and moving in the right direction.

• Give yourself external accountability - This is the ‘key’. Tell other people about your goal, work out with a class or do something with a friend.

• Treat yourself - Plan and give yourself healthy treats or rewards for achieving small goals.

If you break your resolution try again tomorrow.

Use your 'slip-up' as a lesson on how to do better next time.

Think of strategies that will help you succeed such as: • try exercising first thing in the morning before you get too busy • do new activities to keep you interested and challenged • check out your local over 50’s centre for lowcost classes - you could visit the Jack Young Centre in Salisbury or the Para Hills Centre or refer to page 22-28 to see what's on offer Find something that works for you and that you enjoy doing… even better do it with a friend.

Wishing you well with your healthy habit goals in 2017.

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[DON'T] ACT YOUR AGE

The performance will be held again during the Salisbury Secret Garden Fringe Event at the Jack Young Centre on Saturday 25 February 2017.

Bookings are essential. For details refer to page 21.

[Don't) Act Your Age - Theatre Workshops and the 'Out of The Box' Performance.

The Theatre Workshops will also be run again in 2017 with the cost approximately $7 per session.

Everyone is welcome as these sessions are for all levels of ability (so you don’t need to have theatre experience).

For further details contact Jim on 8406 8251 or email jbinder@salisbury.sa.gov.au

Evidence shows that involvement in the arts results in improved wellbeing, reduced levels of depression and isolation and improved breathing and health.

With a desire to include more creative arts opportunities within our program, the Jack Young Centre engaged 3’s Company and Mr Alan Hendry to run theatre workshops. They facilitated the 'Don’t Act your Age’ Recreational Theatre Workshops, which are a series of easy paced sessions designed to be accessible to a mature audience that learn basic theatre and stage performance techniques to unlock their creative potential.

Fourteen people joined the Theatre Workshops and over 18 weeks they learnt theatre techniques and formed a performance which they presented to friends and relatives. The performance titled ‘Out of the Box’ had a key message that older adults have a lot of untapped potential, knowledge and wisdom to offer. They don’t accept ageist attitudes.

Out of the Box Performance

Everyone involved did a fantastic job with many exploring their hidden talents and stretching their imagination. Participants taking part in the workshops found it very worthwhile - they loved the opportunity to work together as a team and appreciated the opportunity to be part of something ‘bigger’.

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BRAIN HEALTH

Have you made a New Year resolution? Did you include your ‘brain health’ in your resolution?

It's not too late to make 2017 a priority for improving your brain health.

If you would like more information on brain health or how to plan activities and set goals, visit www.sa.fightdementia.org.au

Alzheimer's Australia SA has published a quick checklist to help you get started. Take a look at the ‘5 Simple Steps’ to maximising your brain health below.

For further information and motivation visit www.yourbrainmatters.org.au or join us at our Brain Gym sessions at the Jack Young Centre or Para Hills Senior Centre. Date and time details available on page 20 to 22.

1. Look after your heart - what’s good for your heart is good for your brain.

Brain Health Quiz

2. Be physically active - regular exercise increases blood flow, oxygen and vital nutrients to the brain.

Rearrange the letters in each row to form a word.

Write the answers into the corresponding row below. The first letter from each word, reading down, will spell a mystery word.

3. Mentally challenge your brain - remember ‘use it or lose it’. Keep your brain active with stimulating activities such as puzzles, games, crosswords, reading or learning a new skill.

4. Follow a healthy diet - aim to include a variety of healthy foods in your diet.

5. Enjoy social activity - regular social interaction with friends and family is incredibly beneficial for your brain health and wellbeing. Perhaps you could aim to join a group or community centre in the New Year.

In regards to setting goals, here are a few suggestions for the New Year:

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1 ___________________________ 2 ___________________________

• Learn a new language

3 ___________________________

• Learn to play a musical instrument

4 ___________________________

• Join a social group

5 ___________________________

Answer: Place, obese, windy, eight, raven = POWER

• Visit somewhere you’ve never been before (museum, art gallery) • Learn to dance

Show your creative side:

Remember to be realistic when setting goals for the New Year. It’s important to start slowly and increase over time. Perhaps work together with some friends.

Write a happy story using only 5 words.

Now try a sad story using only 3 words.

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Submit your story to ajasper@salisbury.sa.gov.au for a chance for your story to be published.

feedback results In July 2016, many of our readers received a copy of the Salisbury Seniors Magazine in the post.

Additionally, respondents ranked in order of importance the services older people will need in the future. Following is the list, with '1' representing the most important to '9' being the least important:

The magazine included a survey asking for feedback on the services that the City of Salisbury currently provides to older people and what types of services will be important for older people in the future. Additionally we were also very interested to know if our service would be recommended to others.

1. Domestic assistance

It was pleasing to note 513 surveys were returned which is 23% of the number distributed (which is fantastic as 10% is considered a satisfactory return rate).

5. Home modifications

Below is a summary of some of the feedback provided:

2. Transport 3. Home maintenance 4. Gardening 6. Group activities 7. Shopping support 8. Personal care 9. Meals

• 92% stated they were aware that the City of Salisbury provides services to older people • 81% identified they had used at least one of these services • 94% said they would recommend Salisbury Home and Community Services to a friend

Below are some of the comments provided in regards to why people are happy to refer their friends to Salisbury's senior services: "Because the friendship one makes is a big help to overcoming loneliness and keeps one in touch.

I believe Salisbury Aged Care do a wonderful job with all their services and the volunteers are so helpful - thank you all" "I was listened to, treated with equality and respect and the work was carried out promptly and efficiently"

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"Salisbury service is good, respects different cultures and good home services" To the hundreds of seniors that provided feedback - thank you so much, your experience and opinions are now helping us plan for the future.

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LOCAL RESIDENT EXERCISES HER RIGHT TO USE THE FOOTPATH Tina, of Parafield Gardens, is an active member of the Salisbury community and a founding member of the City of Salisbury Disability Access and Inclusion Network.

Like a number of seniors she has mobility difficulties, but continued to be active - until the footpath network stopped her in her tracks.

Like most residential streets in the City of Salisbury, Tina's street has one footpath - and it is on the other side of the street. Her street also has roll-over or mountable kerbs which vehicles cross to access driveways.

"First using my walker I found it hard to get off my driveway with the steep kerb," Tina said. "It was a big step up or down and when it rained the water pooled on the road at the end of the driveway.

Then my medical condition made it harder to walk so I bought a smaller mobility scooter which

I say to other people not to just complain about a problem with paths and kerbs. Get in touch with Council.

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you can take on the bus. I found that the steep slope of the kerb at the end of the driveway was impossible for the scooter to go down or up so I called Council and explained that the kerb stopped me getting to the footpath on the other side of my street."

Council responded to Tina's dilemma and installed a pair of ramps connected by a short path to Tina’s driveway.

"Now I can get off my driveway onto the road and up the new ramp on the other side onto the footpath," Tina said. "I can go independently to Hollywood Plaza, Aldi and the Parafield Gardens Swimming Centre. Now I can catch the bus because a second footpath and a hard standing area have been installed at the nearby bus stop on Lavender Drive - all the result of asking Council. It is so much easier to get around."

If you have any questions about access contact Michael, Inclusion Project Officer on 8406 8390.

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RECOGNITION OF OUTSTANDING WORK FOR SENIORS The City of Salisbury Community Health and Wellbeing Division recently received three awards in recognition of outstanding contribution to seniors. The awards detailed below support seniors to live an active and engaged life in the City of Salisbury. Congratulations to everyone involved!

Active Ageing Australia-Celebrate Age Awards The Division was recognised for its role in keeping older Australians in the community active through a range of services that support seniors to age well. This includes:

The Heart Foundation Walks started in Salisbury in 2005 and have now grown to 11 groups with more than 250 registered walkers and, to date, 28,430 walks. This award is wonderful recognition of the role volunteers have in supporting Salisbury residents to be active in their local community.

Congratulations to the Walk Organisers - and a big thank you!

For further information about Salisbury Healthy Lifestyle Programs visit: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/healthylifestyle

• Councils Age-Friendly Salisbury Strategy • working with the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute to measure and build resilience and wellbeing among older people • operating three seniors centres, Paralowie Communal Garden and home assist • the production of the Salisbury Seniors magazine • an electronic wellbeing newsletter

Salisbury Legends Award 2016 "The Legends Awards have a rich history in Salisbury. They provide an opportunity to recognise local champions from across all sectors of our community," announced Mayor Gillian Aldridge, "They are about acknowledging people that inspire others and help make the City of Salisbury a wonderful place to live, work, play and study".

The Salisbury Heart Foundation Walk Organisers won the Active Legend Award and were praised by the Mayor for their commitment to encouraging people to be active in their local community.

The volunteers' role is to organise and facilitate regular free walks for residents to give them an opportunity to be active and socialise.

FROM LEFT: Christine Hillier, Christine Schreiber, Lorraine Thalbourne, Leanne Cowen, Janet Higgins, Paulina Knowles, Michael Crabb. Absent: Ambika & Indira Dulal, Ursula Klok, Robyn Pettitt (& many assistant walk organisers).

Cities and Communities Take a Stand against Ageism Social norms have deep roots - but social norms can change, and cities and communities can help to make this happen - World Health Organisation 2016.

The City of Salisbury is part of the World Health Organisation Age Friendly Cities Global Network.

This Network asked members to submit examples of cities and communities taking a stand against ageism to showcase on their website. Salisbury’s COTA SA Conversations with Northern Seniors was one of 10 selected as a practice to share with the world.

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WHAT IS MY AGED CARE? My Aged Care is a Commonwealth Government initiative:

• for information on aged care services • to register and determine eligibility for services • for referral for assessment and services Have you registered for My Aged Care?

Are you aged 65 and over (or aged 50 and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) and: • haven’t accessed an aged care service before, or • are requesting a new type of service type than currently receiving, or • have recently experienced a significant change in your health and capacity If so, you can contact My Aged Care to register and see if you are eligible for referral for a subsidised service. My Aged Care can be contacted on 1800 200 422 between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm on Saturday (closed Sundays and National Public Holidays).

What happens after I contact My Aged Care?

You will be allocated a My Aged Care number and if you are eligible for services, referred to a Regional Assessment Service (RAS) for an in-home assessment.

The timeframe between contact with the My Aged Care contact centre and the Regional Assessment Service in-home assessment visit may vary from a couple of days to a number of weeks.

You may then be referred to a service provider of your choice. You can ask to be referred to the City of Salisbury if this is your preference.

Where can I get more help?

If you would like further information or some help contacting My Aged Care please call Salisbury Home Assist on 8406 8225 or speak with a coordinator at the Jack Young Centre on 8406 8525.

The website address is: www.myagedcare.gov.au

Multicultural salisbury Did you know that 28% of Salisbury residents were born overseas? ABS Census 2011 Did you know that Council plays a pivotal role in welcoming migrants and supporting them to make Salisbury their new home?

What you may not know is that Council is currently developing a Multicultural Strategy to guide future directions over the next five years. It will be developed in consultation with culturally and linguistically diverse communities with a focus to enhance migrant settlement through programs and services, advocate for the delivery of appropriate initiatives within the region and provide a welcome and supportive environment for settlement into the community.

The document will link with Council’s vision 'Salisbury - a flourishing City with opportunity for all'.

If you would like to learn more about this strategy or have your say please contact Julie on 8406 8291 or email her at jfyfe@salisbury.sa,gov.au

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LOOKING FOR WORK? Salisbury Home and Community Services engage independent contractors to provide different services to support eligible people to live independently at home.

Some of these services include support with house cleaning, minor home maintenance, support with maintaining gardens and home modifications.

Support with keeping the home clean is always in high demand.

This role is an opportunity: • to work flexible hours (during the day) • to work locally (close to home) • for semi-retired people and others with free time during the day • to earn some extra income Please contact Salisbury Home and Community Services on 8406 8225 or via email has@salisbury.sa.gov.au for more information.

If you or someone you know would like to work with people to assist them to maintain their household then a house cleaning contractor role may be of interest.

The City of Salisbury is seeking people interested in providing house cleaning support as an independent contractor.

VOLUNTEERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE The City of Salisbury has been recruiting and we've been very fortunate that a number of people have put their hand up to volunteer for the Salisbury Seniors Alliance.

Volunteers in the Alliance will work with Council management to raise awareness of ageing issues across the City. They will help to promote, engage, advise and monitor Salisbury’s agefriendliness and the implementation of the Age-friendly Strategy. Most importantly, they will enable the voice of older people to be heard and this will influence Councils decision making.

The Alliance will meet every quarter and will have access to workshops for learning and development, community engagement and evaluation.

I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome these volunteers to Council and encourage them to embrace their role being a voice for seniors.

If you are interested in learning more about the Salisbury Seniors Alliance or would like to get involved, please contact Julie on 8406 8291 or email jfyfe@salisbury.sa.gov.au

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YOUR COMMUNITY

What is your favourite thing about living in Australia? Here are the statements from two Bhutanese Social Support Program members.

Prem Gurung "As an emerging community member, I like the way we live in Australia. I love to learn the new culture and I'm proud to be a part of multiculturalism. I would like to thank the people and the government of Australia for giving me an opportunity to live in this beautiful country. I am proud to be an Australian and call Australia my new home."

Divya Loka Bhattarai "I am proud to be a part of Australian seniors. The Bhutanese Social Support Program run by the City of Salisbury has created a peaceful environment for seniors to overcome social isolation. I like the way everyone obeys and respects the Australian law. The environment in Australia is clean and I like the way the Australian government look after seniors. I can easily access the facilities like health, education, law and other social support."

Celebrating Australia Day The 2017 Titanium Security Australia Day Family Picnic will again be a fun, family friendly celebration of Australian culture. Presented by the Rotary Club of Salisbury it is the area’s largest community event.

Held on 26 January at Carisbrooke Reserve, Salisbury Park, the fantastic parkland setting sets off a full day of entertainment, kids activities and food.

The day kicks off at 8am with the sounds of the Salisbury City Band and a free community breakfast featuring a healthy option as well as traditional bacon and egg sandwiches (until 10am or sold out). The day evolves into a spectacular flag raising ceremony at 9.30am directly followed by the City of Salisbury Australia Day Awards

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and citizenship ceremony. Stage acts continue right through until 3pm and feature amazing local performers. There will be a mix of free kids activities and displays and paid ‘show type rides’ available for an all-day cost of $15 per head or $3 per individual ride. Face painting, airbrush tattoos, reptile displays, military vehicles, monster cars, a mix of food stalls and a City of Salisbury display all add to an amazing event vibe. The last hour of the event sees the party band ‘Fever ‘ lift the tempo.

Rotary are funding a shuttle bus from Salisbury Interchange on the hour to the site. It returns on the half hour. First run at 8am and last return at 3.30pm.

Entry is free. This is a drug and alcohol free event.

For more information visit www.salisburyrotary.com.au closer to the event.

CONVERSATIONS WITH NORTHERN SENIORS We value what you say and we're here to listen. This has been the mantra for the joint Council of the Ageing (COTA) and City of Salisbury initiative Conversations with Northern Seniors.

In 2016 we offered six conversations and look forward to having more with you in 2017.

At our October conversation titled Strength for Life we heard compelling evidence linking physical activity to positive health and wellbeing outcomes which led to a very interesting conversation about what will support community members to be more physically active.

We were fortunate to have Melanie Smith, Executive Officer Active Ageing Australia, Jeanette Richards, Manager Strength for Life Program COTA SA and Jim Binder, Coordinator Wellbeing Programs City of Salisbury as guest speakers.

Our December conversation titled ReflectCelebrate-Action was a highlight of previous conversations held throughout 2016. Community members reflected on the past conversations, celebrated what had been achieved and decided on future conversation topics. Senior citizens in the northern region were also invited to share their vision of and priorities for an age-friendly community with the information gathered informing and influencing an age friendly future for South Australia. See pictures on this event on page 13.

Conversations in 2017 will be held on Tuesdays: 14 February, 11 April, 13 June, 15 August, 17 October and 12 December.

If you are interested in joining a conversation in 2017 contact Jill on 8406 8364 or email jwood@salisbury.sa.gov.au

city plan 2030 A key milestone for the City of Salisbury in 2015/16 was the finalisation and introduction of the City Plan 2030 – the blueprint for achieving our renewed vision Salisbury – a flourishing City with opportunity for all.

The City Plan 2030 is a plan for the whole community, outlining the long-term vision for the City of Salisbury over the next 15 years. It identifies the necessary strategies and critical actions required within the next five years to achieve this vision. It shapes not only the services provided by Council, but provides strategic guidance to our entire community and our partners with regard to community priorities and our commitment to shaping our future.

To view the City Plan 2030, please visit www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/cityplan2030

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SALISBURY SNAPSHOTS The Community Health and Wellbeing Division is involved in a number of local events.

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FROM THE JACK YOUNG CENTRE Are you ready for another action packed year full of fun, friendship and laughter at the Jack Young Centre? We are!

JYC is an award-winning centre acknowledged for its diverse range of activities. In 2017 the Centre will focus on supporting the wellbeing of Salisbury seniors with fortnightly guest speakers who will cover a range of interesting topics and events including the popular Men's Luncheon, Fashion Parade, Melbourne Cup and some new ones.

The staff and volunteers are looking forward to seeing you all again in 2017 so please pick up the calendar of events from reception and plan your activities. And don't forget, you are also welcome to pop in for a coffee and a chat.

If getting to the Centre is a bit difficult and you would like a calendar posted to you, just contact JYC on 8406 8525. For details on the activities listed on page 22-28, contact Jim on 8406 8512 or Sue on 8406 8521.

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Getting to know the JYC staff

We’d like to introduce Sue Leckie - the new Social Participation and Diversity Team Leader. Sue will look after our three senior centres (Jack Young, Para Hills and Pine Lakes) along with our cultural groups and wellbeing activities.

Some of you may already know Sue from her work as the Northern Collaborative Project (NCP) Coordinator over the past 11 years with one of her achievements being the introduction of the bimonthly Conversation with Northern Seniors which is a collaboration between COTA SA and City of Salisbury.

We’re delighted to have Sue join us in this new role as she brings a wealth of knowledge around the Commonwealth Aged and Disability reform agendas having worked across sectors and with key stakeholders in her recent sector support and development role. Sue is based at the Jack Young Centre so if you see her around, please introduce yourself.

Jack Young Centre feedback Group Activity Survey Feedback Thank you to everyone who completed the annual survey on our senior centres' group activities.

We received 385 surveys from people who participate in our groups. We were pleased to note that over 90% said they participated in the group 'many times' and 100% said they would recommend the group to friends.

Some people provided positive comments including: • "Loved it when I began. I still do. I think I always will!"

• "Keep up the good work – it helps my brain"

Some feedback suggested the following improvements: • replacement of equipment • including more or different activities in groups • increased male participation in some groups • more participants in some groups •

venue size consideration for one group

Centre staff have communicated the feedback to Group Leaders to incorporate any suggested improvements where possible.

If you would like further information about the survey please contact Leslie on 8406 8328.

• "It's marvellous as it is. I love coming to this special group. It does me the world of good"

NEW PROGRAM We're excited to share a new program starting at the Jack Young Centre on 13 January 2017 • Are you having computer, mobile phone or tablet issues?

• Do you have tech questions that need answering?

• Want to meet new people and share your tech knowledge?

Then visit the Jack Young Centre for the Drop in Tech Support Group.

When: Time: Cost:

Wednesday mornings 9am to 12 noon First time free. $3 per session after that.

No bookings required - For more information contact Sue on 8406 8525.

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A WORD FROM Jack'S cafe Welcome back to Jack's Café for another sumptuous year, enjoying meals and catching up with friends.

We've all come back refreshed and look forward to serving a range of delicious meals from our Spring and Summer menu. Choose from a mixed menu which includes soup, roast with vegetables, salads and salad plates, grilled chicken, tuna patties and more. Vegetarian and gluten free options are also available.

Jack's Café, located in the Jack Young Centre, is open Monday to Saturday for lunch, Saturdays for breakfast and Thursdays for Schnitzel Night. Eligible members get a subsidised main meal for $5.50 and visitors pay $7.

For more about Jack's Café and to view the full menu visit: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/jyc

IMPOSSIBLE PIE - so easy to make and tastes YUM! Ingredients: 2 cups of milk 1 cup desiccated coconut 1 cup caster sugar 125g butter or margarine, melted 4 eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup plain flour 2 teaspoons vanilla Icing sugar for dusting and whipped cream to serve

Method: Pre heat oven 180°C. Lightly grease a 23cm round pie dish.

In a large bowl, using a wooden spoon, mix together all the ingredients.

Pour mixture into prepared pie dish.

Bake for 50 – 60 minutes or until set.

Take out and allow to cool.

Dust with icing sugar, serve with whipped cream.

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FROM THE Para hills Centre The Para Hills Centre hosts a fun and entertaining social group for older people living in Salisbury.

Members are welcome to attend on Monday or Friday to participate in a range of social events and activities.

There are also group outings to a range of places such as the beach, gardens, chocolate factory and museums. The Centre is open from 9am to 2pm and costs $10, this includes entertainment, transport (for eligible clients) and a nutritious morning tea and lunch. If you are interested in joining the activities at the Para Hills Centre call Karen on 8406 8544.

COMMUNITY HUB UPDATE Have you heard about the Para Hills Community Hub Project?

Council has identified Para Hills as an ideal place for a community hub. The location will be where the Para Hills Library and Para Hills Senior Centre are currently based and the site will be expanded to incorporate The Paddocks Community Centre to form the 'heart' of the Para Hills community.

Work will take place on transforming the facility to be fit for purpose, adaptable and incorporate sustainable design principles that maximise light, energy and water efficiency. Construction is planned for mid 2017 and the new hub will be open to the community in 2018. The existing Paddocks Community Centre will remain at the corner of Bridge and Kesters Roads until the hub opens and it will be business as usual at the Para Hills Library and Para Hills Senior Centre.

What is a Community Hub? A community hub is a welcoming place for people of all ages and backgrounds that offers business, cultural, learning and recreational opportunities.

It is a vibrant meeting place offering modern and well-equipped facilities for those who live in the City of Salisbury as well as those who visit. Spaces can be used for events, exhibitions, business needs, parties, training, group activities or informal socialising and relaxing. They are flexible so they can be easily transformed at short notice.

A hub is a focal point for the community, a place of social contact and individual and group learning. It is seen as having a distinct and valued role in the community of the future.

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from the Pine lakes centre The City of Salisbury supports many cultural communities to come together on a regular basis at the Pine Lakes Centre located at 16 Homestead Place, Parafield Gardens.

Gloria, a group participant, says she attends because of the friends she has made, the ability to talk in her native language, to reminisce, have fun and eat the fresh cuisines prepared by volunteers who are familiar with Asian cooking. She also says that she appreciates the information she has gained from the range of guest speakers that regularly visit the group.

One of the cultural communities meeting every Friday fortnight at the Centre are people born in the Philippines. The group, known as the 'Filipinos' is fun and vibrant. They are interested in wellbeing, including body and mind fitness.

It is common for the group to start with a light morning exercise and then move to activities such as brain gym, karaoke, bingo, dancing, meditation and technology lessons. The group also offers monthly outings which is a favourite activity with participants. The last outing was to St Kilda where the group had a chance to release their 'inner child' and use the playground equipment, followed by a shared picnic lunch.

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For more information on Council's cultural group programs, please visit www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/culturalprograms or contact Thuy on 8406 8227

events listings SPECIAL EVENTS ACTIVITY Moonlight Cinema

Australia's favourite Outdoor Cinema

Santos Tour Down Under

Join in or view SA's cycling race

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COST

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Sun 1 Jan to Sun 19 Feb

Varied

Botanic Park, Adelaide www.moonlight.com.au

Sat 14 to Sun 22 January

FREE

Different Locations www.tourdownunder.com.au

FREE

Carisbrooke Reserve Salisbury Park www.salisbury.sa.gov.au

Australia Day Family Picnic

Free community breakfast, Thursday flag raising ceremony, 26 January Council's Australia Day 8am to 3pm Awards, various stage acts and kids activities

Australian Quiz Afternoon

$5 Friday includes 27 January afternoon 2.30pm to 4.30pm tea

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Ave, Salisbury Bookings essential Enquiries 8406 8525

Conversations with Northern Seniors

Tuesday 14 February 9.30am to 12.30pm

FREE

John Harvey Gallery 12 James Street, Salisbury Bookings essential Enquiries 8406 8368 Email cdadmin@salisbury.sa.gov.au

FREE

Len Beadell Library [Helen Barnes Room] 55 John Street, Salisbury Bookings essential 8406 8319

Come along and test your knowledge

Free morning tea and raffle draw

Budget Tips & Tricks

A qualified financial counsellor will walk through six different budgeting methods to try to ease financial stress

Adelaide Fringe Festival

Wednesday 15 February 10am to 11.30am

Friday

The Southern 17 February to Hemisphere's largest open Sunday 19 March access arts festival

Various

www.adelaidefringe.com.au

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events listings - SPECIAL EVENTS ACTIVITY Quiz Afternoon Come along and test your knowledge

Salisbury Secret Garden

Fringe Festival

DAY/TIME

COST

$5 Friday includes 24 February afternoon 2.30pm to 4.30pm tea

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Ave, Salisbury Bookings essential Enquiries 8406 8525

Friday 24 February to Sunday 5 March

Varied

www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/ssg

TBA

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Ave, Salisbury Bookings essential Enquiries 8406 8251

Varied

www.clipsal500.com.au

'Out of the Box' Theatre Saturday Performance See page 4 for more 25 February information about the 7pm to 8pm local group

Clipsal 500 Adelaide

V8 car racing event and other entertainment

Adelaide Festival

International festival of arts including Writers Week and WOMADelaide

Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 March

Friday 3 to Sunday Varied 19 March

Digital Classroom

A practical and informative workshop navigating the Friday services of the Human 17 March Services Website for example setting up a MyGov account

Quiz Afternoon

Come along and test your knowledge

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ADDRESS/CONTACT

Friday 31 March

www.adelaidefestival.com.au

FREE

Len Beadell Library [Helen Barnes Room] 55 John Street, Salisbury Bookings essential Enquiries 8406 8319

$5 includes afternoon tea

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Ave, Salisbury Bookings essential Enquiries 8406 8525

wellbeing activities ACTIVITY

DAY/TIME

COST

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Acoustic Music Group

Thursdays 12 noon to 2pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Para Hills Senior Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Brain Gym - Para Hills

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 10am to 11.45am

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Para Hills Senior Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Brain Gym - Salisbury

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month 10am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Any day at Jack Young Centre by Classes ideal for beginners appointment

FREE

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Card & Board Games • Chess • Duplicate Bridge • Hand & Foot • Rummykins • Scrabble • Whist Drive

Various days, times and locations

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Choir

Mondays 10.30am to 12 noon

Broadband for Seniors

Computer, Tablets, iPads, iPhones, Android By appointment Phones Lessons

Craft - Para Hills 'Anything Goes'

Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing $5

Intermediate and advanced lessons

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Para Hills Seniors Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES ACTIVITY

DAY/TIME

COST

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Craft - Salisbury

Mondays 9am to 12 noon and Saturdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Creative Writing

FREE Wednesdays 10am Come 'n' Try to 12.30pm OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Crochet Group

Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Dance for Health

Thursdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Darts

Tuesdays 1.15pm to 3.15pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Dementia Information

Thursdays 3.30pm to 5pm

FREE

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries Michael 8406 8525

NEW STARTS 13 January Wednesdays 9am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries Michael 8406 8525

$4

The Paddocks Centre Cnr Bridge & Kesters Rds, Para Hills West Enquiries 8258 8099

Eight Ball

Saturdays 1pm to 3.30pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Genealogy

Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Drop in Tech Support Group

for computer, phone and tablet issues

Easy Fitness

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Tuesdays 9.15am to 10.15am

WELLBEING ACTIVITIES ACTIVITY

DAY/TIME

COST

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Heart Foundation Walking Group Mawson Lakes

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8.30am

FREE

Mawson Interchange (enclosed lounge area), Mawson Lakes Enquiries Christine 0455 977 775

Heart Foundation Walking Group Para Hills Centre

Tuesdays 9am

FREE

Para Hills Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Lorraine 8263 7333

Heart Foundation Walking Group Parafield Gardens

Wednesdays 9am

FREE

Morella Community Centre 90 Kings Road, Parafield Gardens Enquiries 8406 8484

Heart Foundation Walking Group Pooraka

Thursdays 4.30pm

FREE

Rear carpark, Pooraka Clinic 803 Main North Road, Pooraka Enquiries Christine 8260 2677

Heart Foundation Walking Group Salisbury

Fridays 9am to 10am

FREE

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

FREE

Salisbury West Library Hollywood Boulevard, Salisbury Downs Enquiries Jim 8406 8251

FREE

Bagster Road Community Centre Salisbury North Enquiries 8250 4167

Heart Foundation Walking Group Salisbury Downs

Tuesdays 9.15am

Heart Foundation Walking Group Salisbury North

Thursdays 9.30am

Heart Foundation Walking Group Salisbury North

Saturdays 9am

FREE

Happy Home Reserve Car park corner Waterloo Corner Rd & Davis Street, Salisbury North Enquiries Janet 8258 5993

Indoor Bowls Para Hills

Tuesdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Para Hills Seniors Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Indoor Bowls Salisbury

Mondays and Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES ACTIVITY

DAY/TIME

COST

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Tuesdays 10am to 11.30am

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $4 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Last Friday of the month 11am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Gentle exercise – Salisbury East

Keep Fit for over 50’s

Mondays 10.45am to 11.45am

$5

Salisbury East Neighbourhood Centre, Smith Road, Salisbury East Enquiries 8285 2055

Keep Fit for over 50's Gentle Exercise Pooraka

Mondays 9.30am to 10.30am

$4.50

Pooraka Farm Community Centre 126 Henderson Avenue, Pooraka Enquiries 8406 8488

Knitting Group

Thursdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Jack Young Centre Friendship Group

includes morning tea

Jack's Book Club

Let's Talk Books

Monthly

First Thursday of the Month FREE 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Para Hills Library Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Jenny 8406 8530

Fridays 10am to 12noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Meditation

Tuesdays 1pm to 2pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $7 ongoing

Para Hills Community Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Men's Group

Monthly on Fridays 1pm to 3.30pm OR 9.30am to 3pm for outings

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing for groups.

Outing costs vary.

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Literacy & Language Class

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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES ACTIVITY

DAY/TIME

COST

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Thursdays 9am to 1pm

$5.50 for 1hr or $13 for 4hrs of flying

Ingle Farm Recreation Centre Cnr Beovich Rd & Roopena St, Ingle Farm Enquiries 8406 8585

The Para Hills Songsters Singing Group

Thursdays 9am to 10am

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Para Hills Community Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Parkinson Support and Exercise Group

Fridays 10am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Prime Movers low impact chair based exercise group

Tuesdays 11.30am to 12.15pm (more agile) or 12.30pm to 1pm (low impact)

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $5 ongoing

Pine Lakes Community Centre 16 Homestead Pl, Parafield Gardens Enquiries 8406 8251

Saturdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $8 members $10 non members

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Thursdays 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing + $1 per game

Para Hills Seniors Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Table Tennis Over 50s

Tuesdays and Fridays 9am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Parafield Gardens Recreation Centre Corner Kings and Martins Road Parafield Gardens Enquiries 8406 8565

Table Tennis

FREE Thursdays Come 'n' Try 8.30am to 10.15am OR $3 ongoing

Model Planes - Indoor Flying

Rock and Roll Dancing

Social Bingo

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

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WELLBEING ACTIVITIES ACTIVITY

DAY/TIME

COST

Tai Chi - Para Hills

Tuesdays 11.15am to 12.15pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $7 ongoing

Para Hills Seniors Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Tai Chi - Salisbury

Mondays 9.15am to 10.15am

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $7 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Time for Talking Discussion Group

Tuesdays 9.45am to 11.45am

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Ukulele Classes Para Hills

Thursdays 10am to 11.30am

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Para Hills Seniors Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Karen 8406 8544

Ukulele Classes Salisbury

Thursdays 10.30am to 12 noon

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Women's Drumming for Fun and Fitness

Wednesdays 1pm to 2.30pm

$3

Pooraka Farm Community Centre 126 Henderson Avenue, Pooraka Enquiries 8406 8488

Wood Burning

Thursdays and Saturdays 10am to 12 noon or 1pm to 3pm

FREE Come 'n' Try OR $3 ongoing

Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue, Salisbury Enquiries 8406 8525

Yoga All Levels

Wednesdays 6.30pm to 7.45pm

$9 casual or Pooraka Farm Community Centre $70 per 10 126 Henderson Avenue, Pooraka class (valid Enquiries 8406 8488 for 2 terms)

Zumba - Para Hills

Other locations available

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Tuesdays 10am to 11am

$5

ADDRESS/CONTACT

Para Hills Community Centre Wilkinson Road, Para Hills Enquiries Cheryl 0410 556 371 or email mckibby@bigpond.net.au

Social rides program Connect with the award winning Cycle Salisbury initiative and join other cyclists on a 'low level' (short distance and low difficulty) social ride along the picturesque Little Para River and Dry Creek trails or on local roads.

Different days and times every month. Call 8406 8251 to register to receive monthly ride listings or go to www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/cyclesalisbury

GROW YOUR OWN FOOD GARDENING WORKSHOPS Paralowie Communal Garden runs a wide range of workshops during the year.

For further information visit www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/gardening.

STRENGTH FOR LIFE PROGRAM This program promotes health and wellbeing through strengths training. Concession holders receive a $30 individual plan, then $7 per sessions. Different dates and locations are available. For more information, please contact Jim at the Jack Young Centre on 8406 8251 or COTA on 8232 0422 or visit www.cotasa.org.au.

CULTURAL PROGRAMS We provide social support program for older people from the following backgrounds: Bhutanese, Bosnian, Italian, Greek, Polish, South Eastern Asian (eg Filipinos), Spanish and Vietnamese. These programs assist people to maintain their social participation, reduce social isolation and receive information in their own language. For more information contact 8406 8525 or go to www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/cultural

Disclaimer: Please note that special events and wellbeing activities details may change between the time of publication and when you make contact. Please make contact with the person/centre prior to attending an activity.

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your local council helping you to live a good life The City of Salisbury provides a wide range of support and services for seniors in our local community, such as*: Seniors Centres

Housing Support Program

• Leisure, recreation and learning programs

• Information about housing options

• Health and fitness programs

• Assistance to find secure accommodation

• Dine in, take-away or frozen meals

Gardening Program

• Social support groups

• Various gardening workshops

Domestic Assistance

Inclusion Project

• Regular, short term and seasonal/spring cleaning

• Inclusion of people with disability in Council’s services, programs, planning and decision-making

Social Support • Shopping, friendly visits and linking to social activities

Transport • Council has provided funding to expand our transport services and fleet of vehicles.

This means that trips will be more widely available for more people in 2016 • Social trips to places of interest, medical appointments and getting to social activities

Home Maintenance • Any type of minor home maintenance such as gardening, gutter cleaning, changing light bulbs and fixing leaking taps

Minor Home Modifications • For safety and access reasons such as grab rails, ramps, key safe's, and hand held showers

• Appropriate access to the city’s footpaths, parks, buildings, events and information

Activities for People with Disability • Social, recreation and leisure programs • Woodwork/metal work at the Men’s Shed

Health and Wellbeing • Activities and information supporting seven dimensions of wellness: Physical, Social, Emotional, Intellectual, Vocational, Environmental and Spiritual

Information and Conversations • The City of Salisbury and Council of the Ageing (COTA SA) hold regular forums to hear your opinion on a range of topics

Volunteer Opportunities To volunteer with Council, please visit www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/volunteering or contact Sue on 8406 8276.

*Eligibility criteria applies. For more information contact 8406 8225 or email has@salisbury.sa.gov.au

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SERVICE CONTACT DETAILS CITY OF SALISBURY COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLBEING 12 James Street Salisbury, 5108 South Australia

SENIORS CENTRES Jack Young Centre 1 Orange Avenue Salisbury, 5108 South Australia

PO Box 8 Salisbury, 5108 South Australia

Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pm Saturday: 9am to 4pm

Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pm

Phone: 08 8406 8525 www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/jyc

Phone: 08 8406 8222 TTY: 08 8406 8596 (For people with hearing impairment) Facsimile: 08 8406 5466 Email: city@salisbury.sa.gov.au Website: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/seniors HOME ASSIST 12 James Street Salisbury, 5018 South Australia

Para Hills Centre Library Complex Wilkinson Road Para Hills, 5108 South Australia Monday: 9am to 2pm Tuesday and Thursday: 9am to 3pm Friday: 9am to 2pm Phone: 08 8406 8544 www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/phc

Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5pm

Pine Lakes Centre 16 Homestead Avenue Parafield Gardens, 5107 South Australia

Phone: 08 8406 8225

Monday to Friday: 9am to 4pm

Facsimile: 08 8406 8474

Phone: 08 8406 8525 Website: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/plc

Email: has@salisbury.sa.gov.au Website: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/has

Volunteer Services 12 James Street Salisbury, 5108 South Australia Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm Phone: 08 8406 8276 Website: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/volunteering

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