The Grapevine
July 2019
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The Grapevine Ambulance Cover .................................................................................... 3 Changes ..................................................................................................4 Masterminds/Activities & Outings........................................................... 5
Gopher Club ............................................................................................ 6 Winter Chills ........................................................................................... 7 New Aged Care Quality Standards .......................................................... 8
Eaton Social Centre .................................................................................9 August Calendar ............................................................................. 10/11 OUTINGS— Wood & Craft Show/Pinjarra Edenvale ............................... 12 OUTINGS— Grand Cinemas/Mandurah Forum ...................................... 13 OUTINGS— Eaton Fair Shopping/Bunnings Garden Club ...................... 14 OUTINGS— The Cidery/Shopping at Centrepoint .................................. 15 OUTINGS— Boyanup—Bull & Bush/Bingo in Busselton ......................... 16 OUTINGS— Morning Melodies/Art Gallery of WA ................................. 17 Cottage Respite ..................................................................................... 18 Social Centres ....................................................................................... 19 Ceduna Sunset by Les Stevens............................................................... 20
Please remember the speed limit around South West Community Care office sites is 20 k/ph. 2
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Am I entitled to free ambulance transport as an older Western Australian? For the purposes of using ambulance services, if you are over 65 years of age and permanently reside in WA, you are considered either a senior citizen or an aged pensioner, and may be entitled to certain free or discounted ambulance services. Am I a senior citizen or an aged pensioner? If you are over 65 years, permanently residing in WA, and in receipt of a full pension from Centrelink or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs you are an aged pensioner, and entitled to free access to ambulance services.
If you are over 65 years, permanently residing in WA, and not in receipt of a pension from Centrelink or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs you are a senior citizen, and entitled to a 50% discount off the normal price of ambulance services. What ambulance services are free or discounted? All emergency and urgent ambulance services are eligible, along with certain non-urgent services that are considered medically necessary. More information Contact St John Ambulance WA on (08) 9334 1222 or email info@stjohnambulance.com.au This information provided by
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Ch...ch...changes South West Community Care are having some changes to the team in Harvey and Eaton. In July we will say goodbye to our much loved Harvey Team Leader, Stella. But Stella is not going far…… she will be taking on the challenge of an Activities Organiser in our Eaton Social Centre. I’m sure Stella will have as much fun there as Chrissy has over the years. In return, the fabulous Chrissy will be filling Stella’s shoes in the role of Team Leader in Harvey and will be around to introduce herself to as many of our valued consumers as possible. We are looking forward to Stella and Chrissy doing amazing work in their new roles.
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MASTERMINDS
A new group has been introduced in Harvey on Tuesdays…… The Masterminds!
Activities are based on the concepts of mindfulness and sensory exploration to encourage being fully engaged in the moment and experiencing positive emotional connections. Participants are encouraged to find joy and self expression through art and listening to or making music.
These activities are essential to promote well being in people who struggle with memory loss and other thinking skills or cognitive functions.
Activities & Outings
Some happy snaps from last month’s activities!!
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HARVEY GOPHER CLUB Have you recently stopped driving your car? Do you use a gopher or are you thinking about getting one? Join the monthly Gopher Club in Harvey for information and advice on using a Gopher.
Next Meeting:
Monday 29th July 2019 Time: 1.00pm - 2.00pm Where: Harvey Senior Citizens’ Centre Afternoon Tea provided 6
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WINTER CHILLS During the winter months with colds and flus about, South West Community Care would like to assure you that your needs and services will still be met to the best of our ability. What to do if you are unwell with a contagious or infectious illness If you receive support within your home and you have a potentially contagious or infectious illness (e.g. gastroenteritis, cold or flu, shingles) it is important that you call and let South West Community Care know. We will need to address your support needs while you are unwell and consider how essential aspects of your care can be met. It may be necessary for your services to be altered while you recuperate. If you are suffering from a contagious illness and do not notify the office, we may not be able to meet your care needs.
Please call our office on 9782 4000 to advise us if you are unwell. Is your regular Care Worker away? No need to cancel! We understand that people who receive support feel very comfortable with their regular Care Worker, however it is essential that we continue to provide the service when the regular worker is absent to ensure we are upholding our duty of care to you as outlined in our service agreement. You do not need to cancel your services when your favourite Care Worker is away as we are very happy to arrange for your services to continue during this time. You can have confidence in any of our South West Community Care Workers. They are selected and trained for their caring attitude, honesty and reliability. When your regular Care Worker is absent, we will do our best to replace them with another Care Worker to ensure your service will continue as normal.
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The New Aged Care Quality Standards – What This Means for You The Australian Government has set some new Aged Care Quality Standards and these will apply from the 1st of July 2019. South West Community Care believe the standards are about us caring for you and your individual needs, and the new standards simply make it easier to ensure that you are receiving good care. The CEO, Claire Roach has written to you outlining the new standards and how they will affect you. The letter tells you about the different ways you can get more information about the standards so you understand them. When you see this symbol, you know it is to do with the new Aged Care Quality Standards. We feel confident that the introduction of these new standards will result in an overall improvement in the level of care in the Aged Care industry in Australia.
If you would like further information, please do not hesitate to contact us on: 9782 4000 Harvey Office 97824050 Australind Office 9782 4060 Eaton Office 8
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Eaton Social Centre
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Eaton Social Centre Harvey Social Centre Outings
August TUESDAYS
WEDNESDAYS
6 Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed
7 Bunnings come to Eaton Social Centre
Roast Beef & Key Lime Pie
Pinjarra Edenvale Homestead
Corned Beef & Lemon Pudding
Eco Hessian/Jute Bag designs 13
Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed
14 Board Games/Tai Chi/Meditation Chicken Cacciatore & Bread and Butter Pudding
Chicken Casserole & Lemon Meringue Pie
Shopping at Eaton Fair 20 Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed
Finishing Eco Hessian/Jute Bag Designs 21
Carpet Bowls/Words from Words
Roast Lamb & Pavlova
Shopping at Centrepoint
Roast Beef & Chocolate Pudding
Soap and Scent Making
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Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed Chicken Schnitzel & Apple Crumble
Morning Melodies and The Brighton 10
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Tablet/iPhone training/Board Games/BYO Craft Chow Mein & Cheesecake
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Crushed Flowers
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NEW FEE for CHSP Consumers: $10.00 (includes transport) Home Care Package Consumers: Total cost deducted from your budget All consumers pay separately for meals and entry fees. These separate costs cannot be subsidised by the government.
THURSDAYS
FRIDAYS 1
Tai Chi/Mini Golf/Shuffleboard/ Opposites word game Meat Loaf & Cheesecake
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Wood & Craft Show 8
Balloon Volleyball/Bean Bag Toss/Nursery Rhymes quiz
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Mandurah Forum
Roast Beef & Apple Crumble
Grand Cinemas
15 Tai Chi/Shuffleboard/Hidden Objects Quiz Chicken Schnitzel & Banoffee Pie
Bunnings Garden Club
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The Cidery Balingup & Blackwood Tavern
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Music Requests & Singalong/ Bingo
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Bingo in Busselton
Roast Beef & Lemon Meringue
Boyanup and Bull & Bush 29
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Crafty Creations/Memory Tray Pan Fried Fish & Baked Rice Pudding
Art Gallery of WA
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Friday 2nd August Wood and Craft Show in Claremont Annual Wood and Craft Show exhibitions at Claremont Showgrounds. This event showcases products like timber, tools, machinery, patchwork, quilting, papercraft and much more. Book asap to secure your seat on the bus.
Entry—Seniors—$15 Lunch at the showgrounds or bring your own in a cooler bag.
Tuesday 6th August Pinjarra Edenvale Homestead Morning tea on the river and then take a look back in time at the impressive Roger May Machinery Museum and craft group. On our way home, we will stop at the Drakesbrook Tavern for lunch. Lunch—Seniors special—$14.50
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Thursday 8th August ‘Late Night’ at Grand Cinemas Emma Thompson, Mindy Kaling and John Lithgow lead the cast in this comedy drama of two women separated by culture and generation, who become united over their love of a biting punchline. Tickets $11.50 with grand card or $13. Lunch at Highway Hotel—Senior’s special $15.90
Friday 9th August Mandurah Forum—Long Trip Visit Mandurah Forum for all your shopping needs. Target, novelty stores, designer shops, Millers and much more. Lunch at the centre. Bring spending money
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Tuesday 13th August Shopping at Eaton Fair For all your shopping needs, pay bills, Kmart, newsagency, Coles or just meet up with friends and family. Bring your spending and lunch money
Thursday 15th August Bunnings Garden Club For all your garden needs, join us on the all popular Garden Club. Three groups to visit and learn, raffles, and buy some new plants. Lunch at Treendale shopping complex or KFC. 14
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Friday 16th August The Cidery in Balingup and Blackwood Tavern The Cidery proudly recognises the contribution of the early pioneer families to establish a world renowned apple industry in WA. Try before you buy and chat to the makers about the cider process and how they got there. Followed by lunch at The Blackwood Tavern near the open fire. Tastings $3.50 unless you make a purchase Lunch at the hotel. Seniors selection or order from the menu $20. Tea and coffee station included.
Tuesday 20th August Shopping at Centrepoint We just LOVE shopping! All your favourite shops including Coles and Target. Bring Spending money!
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Thursday 22nd August Boyanup Townsite and Bull & Bush Tavern Visit the cute town of Boyanup. Morning tea in the park followed by exploring the town. Gingerbread house, quirky den, op shops, rustic shop or just take a stroll down the street for a breath of fresh air.
Lunch at Bull & Bush - $18 Seniors Specials
Friday 23rd August It’s Bingo with lunch at the Busselton Senior Citizens. If you haven’t been before, why not try your luck. Please bring correct money Roast lunch - $13.50
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Bingo - $16.00
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Tuesday 27th August Morning Melodies & Lunch at The Brighton The Great American Songbook —An intimate concert performance of timeless masterpieces from the golden era of American song writing, strung together elegantly by two of Perth’s most adored Jazz vocalists — Ali Bodycoat and Libby Hammer.
Seniors Special—$15 Cost $22 includes morning tea Prepayment required by 16th August Book now to secure a seat
Thursday 29 August Art Gallery of WA—Perth The Art Gallery of WA is a public State Art Gallery that is part of the cultural centre of Perth. So much to see including WA Journey, WA now, Modern 1920-1969, Contemporary 1970– today. Lunch at the Gallery. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a cardigan as it can be chilly inside this massive space. Entry—gold coin donation
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Cottage Respite Our amazing caring staff always go out of their way to treat our respite clients to something special. In June, Kristy and Frances had a lovely time as they always do. During their outing they stopped at the Lemongrass Café in Harvey and had a coffee together. That was followed by a lovely drive out to the Crooked Carrot Café for lunch. Frances loves their pies and always wants to go there. They enjoyed lunch together and as many people came and went, they are always very busy. The smile on Frances’ face just says it all! If you are caring for someone and in need of some respite assistance, please call one of our
friendly Team Leaders in to find out more about Cottage Respite services on 9782 4000. 18
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Social Centres If you’re looking for a bit of exercise, games, entertainment, a good laugh and a fabulous lunch, join us in one of our Social Centres.
Harvey every Tuesday Group Exercises Morning Tea Life & Laughter Lunch (optional 2 course lunch available - $10) Afternoon Games & Activities Afternoon Tea
Eaton every Wednesday and Thursday Group Exercises Morning Tea Crafty Creations Lunch (optional 2 course lunch available—$10) Learn to use iPad and Tablets Quizzes and Singalongs Please call us on 9782 4000 to check your eligibility before attending.
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Ceduna Sunset It’s a long way, from Caiguna Cocklebiddy, to Ceduna Past the Great Australian Bight To see, this unusual sight
Seas are calm, and the weather fine Cloud along, the horizon line Sun setting, on a western bay At end of, our travelling day The darkness settles, like a thief A jetty there, in stark relief A lone fisherman, with his lines As gentle breezes, sigh through pines Reflections in, the Hotel glass And they soon too, are made to pass The sun’s fire, on clouds is dying In the dusk are seabirds flying Across the sea, the sun’s rays fade As night draws down, it’s velvet shade The sun has put, itself to bed Leaving nothing more, to be said. © Les Stevens March 2019
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