JCAAA Autumn 2011 Newsletter

Autumn Newsletter 2011 Contents

JCAAA Contacts

Art

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Dance Parties

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Drama and Events

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Holiday Programs

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Social and Recreation

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Sport and Fitness

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Other

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All About

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Email us: aaa@portphillip.vic.gov.au Fax us: 9536 2724

Bianca Rayner (Mon to Fri) Team Leader Ph: 9209 6753 Mandy Ireland Arts Officer (Mon, Tues, Wed) Ph: 9209 6159 Jessica Edwards Recreation Officer (Thurs, Fri) Ph: 9209 6159 Rosie Thomas (Mon to Fri) Sports Development Officer Ph: 9209 6552 Anna Collins (Fri) Community Kitchen Project Officer Ph: 0423 559 499

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Welcome to the 2011 Autumn edition of the JCAAA Newsletter. We are delighted to have Mandy Ireland back in the team after a year of maternity leave. Mandy returns to JCAAA part time as the Arts Officer and Jess Edwards continues with us as the Recreation Officer.

There are some great events and programs happening over the next few months. Social Impact are running some fantastic workshops on relationships, dating and social skills and there are some great new sports programs to keep you fit over these cooler months. The holidays are approaching fast so make sure you register soon to secure your place.

Rachel Edward is also new to JCAAA and is working with the Stitched Up Drama Program. The Stitched Up crew are doing a big project with MusoMagic this year.

Watch this space for updates!

Bianca

Art Performing Arts at Circus Oz The ever popular Circus Oz classes continue! From clowning, drama, hula hoops, character, rope walking and dance there is always something new to try and fun for all!

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Sundays 10.30am to 12pm or 1pm to 2.30pm Term 2 starts Sunday 1 May Circus Oz Headquarters, Bay Street, Port Melbourne 8 to 18 years with mild to moderate disabilities $120 for 8 week term Mandy at JCAAA 9209 6159

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Art SnapShot Photography SnapShot Photography has some great projects in store this year with exciting trips and exhibitions planned for the group. Come along and discover all of the photographic masterpieces you can create.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays 10.30am to 12.30pm Carnegie Library 18 to 55 years $80 for 8 week term Jessica at JCAAA 9209 6159

Dance parties Saturday Night Fever Saturday Night Fever provides a great opportunity to put your dancing shoes on and dance the night away with friends, family and our great DJ. When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays 26 March, 28 May, 30 July, 24 September Melbourne Bowling Club, 138 Union Street, Windsor 18 years and over $10. Includes entry, pizza, snacks and glow stick. Carers free Jessica at JCAAA 9209 6159

Underage Rage Underage Rage is always a fun event with pool tables, table tennis, table soccer, dancing, karaoke and different planned activities each month.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays 9 April, 18 June, 20 August, 22nd October Peterson Youth Centre. Cnr Highett Road & Peterson St, Highett 5 to 18 years $10. Includes entry, healthy snacks and glow stick. Carers free Mandy at JCAAA 9209 6159

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Drama Stitched Up drama program JCAAA and Red Stitch Actors Theatre present Stitched Up, a drama program for teenagers aged 13 to 17 years with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. Have fun, make new friends and star in your own theatre production!

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Mondays 4pm to 5.30pm during school terms Creative Ministries Network Hall, cnr Inkerman and Hotham Streets, East St Kilda 13 to 18 years $90 for 9 week term Bianca at JCAAA 9209 6753

Events Social, relationship and dating skills for people with disability Social Impact is a unique program that teaches adults 20 years and over with intellectual disability, useful relationship skills. Participants can then practise these skills and build confidence at fun, supportive events.

Social Impact: Increases social, conversation and communication skills through healthy recreation Builds assertiveness and emotional independence, exploring how relationships work Creates awareness of the risks and laws of unsafe sex and sexual abuse Develops confidence through learning to feel good and look good Call Donna at Social Impact 9568 6144 or 0419 125 803

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Holiday Programs Enhancing Vacation Care Program (EVCP) JCAAA’s Enhancing Vacation Care Program works in partnership with local school holiday program providers to enable their programs to include children and young people with mild disabilities. If your child would like to participate in a school holiday program in a fun and supported environment please contact Bianca at JCAAA. When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

School Holidays Various schools in Bayside, Glen Eira, Port Phillip and Stonnington 6 to18 years School holiday program costs Bianca at JCAAA 9209 6753

MSAC Teenage Recreation Program Stay fit and have fun during the holidays. Participate in a variety of sports such as swimming, basketball, badminton, table tennis and boomerang throwing.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

April 11 to 14 Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park 13 to 18 years $15 per day. BYO lunch Jessica at JCAAA 9209 6159

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Holiday Programs Holiday Arts for Adults Experience a variety of performing and visual arts workshops including painting, drawing, photography, drama, dance and ceramics facilitated by professional artists.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Monday 18 to Thursday 21 April TBC (no longer at Prahran Community Centre) 18 to 55 years $15 per day. Includes all art materials. BYO lunch/drinks Mandy at JCAAA 9209 6159

Social and Recreation Creative Spirit Women’s Program Express yourself through JCAAA’s African Drumming program. Take part in a variety of creative workshops including drumming, movement and dance.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Wednesday nights 4.30 to 6pm during term African Drumming Centre, 252 St Kilda Road, St Kilda 18 to 55 years $10 per session Mandy at JCAAA 9209 6159

Gardening Attention green thumbs! Would you like to make the most of your green space and learn how to grow herbs and vegetables? JCAAA are currently taking expressions of interest for a potential new gardening program.

Contact:

Bianca at JCAAA 9209 6753

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Social and Recreation Community Kitchen JCAAA’s Community Kitchen is a social, educational program for adults 18 years and over with a disability. Learn how to plan a menu, budget for shopping and cook all of your favourite recipes!

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturday afternoons 4.30 to 7.30pm Betty Day Community Centre 67 Argyle Street, St Kilda 18 years and over $5 per week acollins@portphillip.vic.gov.au or Bianca at JCAAA

JCAAA is currently taking expressions of interest for a Saturday lunchtime program from 11am to 2pm. Please contact Bianca at JCAAA 9209 6753.

Get Into Bayside Social recreation group providing opportunities to socialise, undertake some great activities around Melbourne and have some fun.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact: Note:

Monthly on Saturdays Meet at Brighton Recreation Centre 15 to 25 years $5 per session plus entrance fee prices to various activities Jessica at JCAAA 9209 6159 There is currently a waiting list for the Get Into Bayside Program

Fresh Social recreation group providing opportunities to socialise, undertake some great activities around Melbourne and have some fun.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact: Note:

Monthly on Sundays Meet at Sandybeach Centre 25 to 55 years $5 per session plus entrance fee prices to various activities Jessica at JCAAA 9209 6159 There is currently a waiting list for the Fresh Program

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Sport and Fitness All Abilities Footy (AFL) Do you want to learn football skills and make friends in a fun and supportive environment?

Recreational football is a non-contact, modified version of AFL and is for both males and females who want to learn new skills, play footy, make friends and most of all have fun! This weekly program will be starting in May and JCAAA would love to hear from people aged 10 to 25 who would like to participate.

The program will be held in the early evening (approx 5.30 to 6.30pm) on Mondays in Beaumaris.

Contact Rosie at JCAAA 9209 6552

Basketball Seeking people of all abilities to develop their basketball skills and become a member of a winning team!

All players will have the opportunity to play in the next Basketball Victoria All Abilities Tournament in early April 2011.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays 9.30am Term 2. 7, 14, 21, 28 May. 18, 25 June.

Bentleigh Secondary College 12 years and over $45 for seven week program McKinnon Basketball Association 9579 1200

Croquet Croquet is a low impact sport, played by hitting plastic balls through hoops imbedded in the lawn. This game is available monthly on Tuesdays in Elwood.

Contact: Rosie at JCAAA 9209 6552

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Sport and Fitness Fishing for All Abilities This program gives people of all abilities the opportunity to try fishing in a supportive environment. Participants will need to be dressed for the conditions i.e. warm clothes, sturdy shoes etc. Groups welcome.

When: Where: Cost: Contact:

Tuesdays monthly 10am to 1pm. 12 Apr, 10 May, 14 Jun, 12 Jul, 9 Aug, 13 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov and 13 Dec Port Melbourne Gold coin donation (includes rod, reel, bait and fishing instructor) Remy Baya at FishCare 0418 311 684

Gecko Kids Fitness SNAP program Gecko’s Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) offers a unique and inclusive environment. The young people feel a sense of belonging and are given opportunities to participate fully and equally in the program.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Term 2 Sundays 8 May to 26 June Gecko Kids Fitness, 338 South Road, Hampton East 4 to 18 years $200 per term Paul at Gecko 9532 0077

Hampton Dolphins Soccer Club Hampton Dolphins are geared up and ready for a BIG 2011 season! Participants learn soccer skills in a fun, safe and non competitive environment.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays 1.15pm starting 2 April Simpson Reserve, Fewster Road, Hampton 5 to 18 years Ask the club for details Ian Spence 9571 5492 or Terry Baker 9589 4800

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Sport and Fitness Highett Youth Club Inclusive Adult Gymnastics Develop strength and flexibility at an adult gymnastics class, designed for all ages and abilities with gymnastics skills assisting in balance and coordination.

No prior gymnastics experience is necessary. A weekly program will be developed based on level of interest from those wanting to attend the weekday program. This is a perfect activity for groups from day services.

To register your interest, contact Highett Youth Club after 3pm 9555 3614

Lawn Bowls When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

20 March, 3 and 17 April Black Rock Lawn Bowls Club, 8 Fern Street, Black Rock All ages $5. Includes training and morning tea.

Rosie at JCAAA 9209 6552

Mobi - Chair (Beach Accessible Wheelchair) Recently, Bayside City Council successfully ran several Mobi-Chair ‘Come and Try’ days at Ricketts Point, Beaumaris. The Mobi-Chair is a high quality, amphibious rolling beach chair that provides seamless transition from boardwalk to beach to water.

It is expected that this will be made available to the public for use in the next Spring/Summer.

Contact Rosie at JCAAA 9209 6552.

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Sport and Fitness MSAC Learn-to-Swim Classes available in stroke technique, water safety and water awareness for adults and children. Residents from the City of Port Phillip can be subsidised.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Various dates Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park All ages Various MSAC Swim School 9926 1581

MSAC SWEAT Aquatic Adult Exercise SWEAT is a social aquatic exercise class that caters for people with disabilities, rehabilitation and seniors. Participants of varying abilities are encouraged to work at their own pace.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Fridays 1.15pm Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park Adults $8.40 concession MSAC 9926 1590

MSAC Sporty All Stars and Sporty Tackers These weekly programs combine a range of fun indoor sports all in the one location! Activities include basketball, volleyball, squash, table tennis, soccer and more!

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays during school terms Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park 8 to 15 years (12.30pm to 1.45pm) 15 to 45 years (2pm to 4pm) $8.50 Jeff Torney at MSAC 9926 1547

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Sport and Fitness MSAC All Abilities Gym and Fitness Are you interested in an All Abilities group fitness class and/or getting fit at a gym? JCAAA would love to hear from you if you are!

Contact Rosie at JCAAA 9209 6552 to register your interest.

Sailability Learn the skills of sailing or just enjoy the freedom and fun of sailing in a supportive social atmosphere. Sailability provides people of all ages and abilities with the joys of sailing in a straightforward, fun way.

When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, year round The Boatshed, Albert Park Lake, 3 Aquatic Drive All ages $12 per session Josh Sadler at Sailability 0425 826 390

Snorkelling (Parafinning) Snorkelling has been a great success this summer and will continue for as long as the warmer weather allows. Ricketts Point is a marine sanctuary and underwater wonderland of sea life. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!

Who: When: Where: Age: Cost: Contact:

People of all abilities who are interested in learning to snorkel Weekly on Wednesdays 10am Ricketts Point, Beaumaris 12 years and over $20 per person per week. Includes snorkelling equipment and snorkelling instructors.

Mike Letch at Disabled Divers Association 0407 353 969

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Other

Disability Sport and Recreation (DSR) Victoria received a City of Port Phillip Community Grant for the ’Active By the Bay’ program. As a result, there are a range of activities happening throughout the JCAAA region.

‘On ya Bike’ hand cycling The program encourages people with disabilities to get actively involved in hand cycling by providing access to accredited coaches and sports equipment in a fun and positive social environment.

When: Where: Cost: Contact:

Sundays 10am to 12pm. 20 Mar, 17 Apr, 22 May, 19 Jun, 10 Jul, 21 Aug, 25 Sep, 23 Oct, 20 Nov, 11 Dec Grand Prix Pit Buildings, Aughtie Dr, Albert Park $80 per year Freya Mellor Prior (DSR) 9473 0133 or freya@dsr.org.au

Disability Youth Sports Day This event is open to people with a disability aged under 21 throughout Victoria who are interested in becoming actively involved in sport and recreation.

Sports available include; athletics, bocce, cycling, lawn bowls, 7 aside football, sailing, swimming, table tennis, wheelchair basketball and wheelchair tennis.

When: Where: Cost:

Contact:

Saturday 30 April 9.30am to 3.30pm Various sporting locations in metropolitan Melbourne FREE including specialised coaching, transport, medical and personal care, venue hire and equipment, promotional t-shirt and cap, educational workshop and BBQ lunch.

Freya Mellor Prior (DSR) 9473 0133 or freya@dsr.org.au

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Other Table Tennis When: Where: Cost: Contact:

Saturdays 1pm to 3pm. 19 Mar, 2 Apr, 30 Apr, 21 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 6 Aug, 20 Aug, 10 Sep, 8 Oct and 12 Nov Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Dr, Albert Park $100 includes access to coaching and equipment Table Tennis Victoria 9682 2088 or email@ttv.com.au

Wheelchair Tennis This program encourages people with disabilities to get actively involved in wheelchair tennis by providing access to accredited coaches and sports equipment in a fun and positive social environment.

When: Where: Cost: Contact:

Tuesdays 7.00pm to 9.00pm 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Mar and 5 Apr Albert Reserve, Cnr St Kilda Rd & Hanna St, Albert Park $80 per term Tim Nield (DSR) 9473 0133 or tim@dsr.org.au

Active Masters Program The DSR Active Masters program is aimed at people with disabilities aged 40 and over to become involved in a range of sport and recreation activities.

When:

Where: Cost: Contact:

Sunday 20 March - NBL Game Day Saturday 18 June - Day at the Races Saturday 13 August - Trivia Night Sunday 16 October - Mates Day on the Bay Various locations throughout Melbourne Various depending on activity Tim Nield (DSR) 9473 0133 or tim@dsr.org.au

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Other Social Cycling (Slow to medium pace) Margaret and her adult daughter who has an intellectual disability/autism, are looking for like-minded people to cycle with. They will cycle along the Yarra trail twice a month starting in April. Meeting at Federation Square and then going down to the river, participants will be welcome to bring their own bikes and helmets or hire them from either the blue bike share system or Rentabike (which has tandem bikes).

They are looking for other adults with disabilities, their families, friends and/or carers, to cycle with. Unfortunately, they will not be able to provide carers or interpreters, so if you require one you will need to bring someone with you.

Please note that this is not an association, rather individuals looking for other individuals to cycle with as a social recreational activity. They are happy to go at a slow pace and stop for breaks.

When: Where: Cost: Contact:

11am to 2pm on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month Start and finish at Federation Square in Melbourne Free unless you need to hire a bike, buy food, etc.

Margaret 9502 0502 or 0412 401 669.

Tai Chi for All Abilities Seeking expressions of interest from people of all abilities wanting to join an existing inclusive Tai Chi Class. This class is held in a very supportive and encouraging environment.

When: Where: Cost: Contact:

Weekly on Wednesday mornings Brighton $5 per session Rod (Tai Chi teacher) 9598 8957

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