The Grapevine
October 2019
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The Grapevine SWCC New Website ................................................................................... 3 Administration Team ................................................................................. 4 Competition Time ...................................................................................... 5 Gopher Club ............................................................................................... 6
Outings & Activities ................................................................................... 7 Care manager - Harvey ............................................................................ 8 Information sessions ................................................................................ 9 November Calendar ........................................................................... 10/11 OUTINGS— IKEA/Ferguson Valley Wine Tour ......................................... 12 OUTINGS— Vasse/Kings Park .................................................................. 13
OUTINGS— Beach to dam/Bunnings Garden Club ................................. 14 OUTINGS—Bunbury Art Gallery /Centrepoint/Bingo in Busso ............... 15 Fantastic Fridays ..................................................................................... 16 Thyme and Place .................................................................................... 17 99th Birthday celebrations ...................................................................... 18 Men’s Shed Harvey .................................................................................. 19
Don’t Slide– Confide by Les Stevens ....................................................... 20 Did you find the Quizzle Answers last month? Words: organize; forever; touchdown Phrases: search high and low; holiday overseas; lost in space 2
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Tralee, our Service Coordinator in Australind is thrilled with her new sewing skills acquired during a lunch break. No more no buttons! Harvey - 9782 4000
SWCC New Website www.swcommunitycare.org.au
Click onto our new website for: information about all our services, our staff and the office sites all the latest news, including the Grapevine editions and the Outings calendar apply online for careers and volunteer positions within our community.
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Good morning. South West Community Care, this is……….
Your admin team
Rowie Kim Flavia
Erin
Jodie
Jenny Stacie Leeny We are ready to take your call every week day from 8.30am to 4.00pm. 4
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Competition Time We are looking for  
a new title for The Grapevine a new theme for the front page
This is your opportunity to share your creative ideas and submit your suggestions. What could our monthly magazine be called? What theme would you like to see on the front cover?
Prize for Best New Title Prize for Best Front Page Theme $25.00 gift voucher for each category Any further ideas are welcomed. Tell us what information you would like featured in our monthly magazine, what do you find interesting to read about and see?
Entries close Friday 22nd November 2019 Complete an entry form at any of the SWCC Social Centres or offices You are also welcome to phone in your responses. Winners to be announced in the December issue. www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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HARVEY GOPHER CLUB Join the monthly Gopher Club in Harvey for information and advice on how to use your Gopher safely.
Build your confidence Learn the road rules Get safety tips Increase awareness
Next Meeting : Monday 28th October 2019 Time: 1.00 pm—2.00 pm Where: Harvey Senior Citizens’ Centre Afternoon Tea provided For all enquiries call : 9782 4000
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OUTINGS & ACTIVITIES
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Congratulations Michelle Olde, our HCP Care Manager based in Harvey, recently received her new degree. Bachelor of Social Science (Gerontology & Healthy Ageing) “A gerontology degree provides information and learning in regards to the physical, psychological, and social challenges that older people face. My studies included theoretical approaches to adult development, an overview of healthcare and social services designed for the ageing population, and public policy analysis. It covered subjects such as Grief and Loss, Ethics, Case Management, Communications and Human Services. Credit was given based on my previous qualification of Assoc. Dip. Health Science. As my name is Mrs Olde - it seemed very fitting to study Gerontology. I loved the learning and knowledge that the degree gave me. SWCC is a wonderful organisation that supports and assists our community with healthy ageing. I feel honoured to be a Care Manager for consumers in this region.�
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NEW STANDARDS FOR AGED CARE INFORMATION SESSIONS The two Information Sessions held in September were well attended. Deborah Gunson, our Business Operations Manager, explained the New Standards for Aged Care and the Charter of Age Care Rights to all attendees. Everyone was given the opportunity to ask questions to clarify their understanding of how these standards impact on their care and services. These sessions were followed by a delicious morning tea with special treats prepared by our Thyme and Place chefs.
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November TUESDAYS
Eaton Social Centre Harvey Social Centre Outings WEDNESDAYS
If you are interested in attending any outings or Social Centre activities, please contact your local Team Leader who will arrange for assessment and approval. This will need to be completed before you can book an activity or outing. 5
6 Horse Craft/Best Hat Prize/Craft Groups combined lunch
Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed Fish of the day & Key Lime Pie
Fish of the day & Key Lime Pie
Bus to Eaton
12 Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed Chicken Casserole & Chocolate Mousse
13 Carpet Bowls/Whiteboard Games Chicken Casserole & Chocolate Mousse
Bunnings Craft with Blair & Team 19 Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed
20 Bunnings Treendale/Movie Quiz
Roast Beef & Fresh Fruit Salad
Roast Beef & Fresh Fruit Salad
Creating Christmas Care Boxes 26 Terrific Tuesday/Men's Shed Pie and Mash & Profiteroles
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27 ‘Bunbury Ukulele Ladies’ Pie and Mash & Profiteroles
Presentation of Christmas Care Boxes
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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 Fantastic Friday Lemon Chicken & Chocolate Mousse
IKEA 7 Tai Chi/Meditation/Movie/Mini Golf Pie and Mash & Cheesecake
Ferguson Valley Wine Tour
8 Fantastic Friday Pie and Mash & Cheesecake
Vasse Virgin
14 Art Workshop/Guest Artist/Art Project Roast Beef & French Fruit Tart
15 Fantastic Friday Moroccan Lamb & French Fruit Tart
Beach to Dam
Kings Park
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22 Fantastic Friday
World TV Day/TV Trivia Quiz/ Singing Chicken Casserole & Lemon Mousse
Bunnings Garden Club
Chicken Casserole & Lemon Mousse
Bunbury Art Gallery 28
Digital Training for Seniors at Australind Library Fish of the day & Fresh Fruit Salad
Centrepoint Shopping
29 Fantastic Friday Fish of the day & Brownie with Ice Cream
Bingo in Busselton
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Friday 1st November IKEA A trip to one of our Favourite places. For all your smart storage solutions, textiles, kitchen needs, homeware or just enjoy the trip on the bus and a look around. Lunch at the cafĂŠ. Lunch - $10-$15
Thursday 7th November Ferguson Valley Wine Tour The weather is improving. Join us and enjoy a scenic drive through the Ferguson Valley, visit some family owned wineries followed by lunch at Parks Tavern in Bunbury. Note – tasting fee, spending money. Lunch - $15 seniors specials
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Friday 8th November Vasse Virgin Vasse Virgin olive oil soaps and skincare made with sensitive skin in mind. They only use natural ingredients, including Australian extra virgin olive oil, plants extract and essential oils to produce beautiful Australian made products. Lunch at the Bootleg Brewery. Spending money and Senior special at Bootleg - $20
Thursday 14th November Kings Park Kings Park is one of the world’s largest and most beautiful inner-city parks. It displays over 3,000 species of the state’s unique flora. Two thirds of the 400-hectare park is protected as bushland and provides a haven for native biological diversity. Enjoy the day in the sunshine, walk along the trails, so much to see and do. Lunch at the café in Kings Park. Please bring a hat and NOTE – this will be a long day on the bus and in the Park. Lunch - $15-$25 www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Friday 15th November Beach to Dam Enjoy Morning tea with the sea breeze in your hair, take a stroll down the beach and dip your toes in the water. We will then travel to the fresh water at Logue Brook CafĂŠ for a delicious lunch over-looking the bright blue water in the dam. Lunch $10-$20
Thursday 21st November Bunnings Garden Club Garden club at Treendale Bunnings. Information sessions and raffle at the end. Lunch at The Treendale shopping complex Bring spending money ; Lunch - $10-$15
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Friday 22nd November Bunbury Art Gallery Enjoy the exhibition by Iluka Visions 2019 showcasing works by high school students around the South West. South West Printmakers will also be displaying their artwork. The Christmas shop will be open so you can purchase small one of a kind art works from local artists. Lunch at The Highway Hotel. Entry – gold coin donation Lunch – Seniors special - $15.90
Thursday 28th November Centrepoint Shopping We just love shopping! All our favourite shops including The Stirling Centre. Bring your spending and lunch money
Friday 29th November Bingo in Busselton Winner winner chicken dinner – try your luck at Bingo in Busselton. Roast lunch before we play. Lunch - $13.50 Bingo - $16
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Fantastic Fridays! Due to popular demand an additional activities day will be held regularly in Harvey on Fridays. Starting Friday 11 October 9 am to 2.30 pm
Activities may include: Light exercises Bingo Games and Riddles Pole Walking
Guest Speakers Morning Tea and lunch ‌..and many more exciting activities to look forward to.
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Lou and Kieran Dowd, both qualified chefs, started Thyme and Place in 2015 with the aim of providing great quality function catering at a reasonable price. Lou trained in the UK and worked as sous chef at the Establishment Restaurant in London's West End before moving into the event industry where she was company director for an international conference company based in London. Kieran has worked in the hospitality industry for over 30 years and has managed bars and restaurants in London, Germany, and the United States. Kieran was head chef at the Highway Hotel in Bunbury and the Crooked Carrot, Myalup, WA. Thyme and Place are delighted to now be providing catering services to South West Community Care and their commitment to providing great quality catering using local produce, where possible, continues.
Take Home Meals Lou and Kieran create nutritious, balanced meals which are freshly made and designed to maintain their integrity when frozen and reheated. The menu offers a variety of cuisines which provide a delightful choice for the palate! These meals can be ordered monthly and collected from either the Eaton or Harvey office. Special for November: Buy 6 meals and get one extra meal free. Orders to be placed by 25th October. www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Happy 99th Birthday Eileen!
Eileen was born in England on 25 August 1920. In her early twenties, Eileen made her way to Australia. She has two sons, Bruce and Kevin, both of whom live in WA. Eileen lives independently with her loyal companion, Bella– her beautiful dog. The SWCC team members, led by Care Manager Kayelene, all play a vital role in caring for Eileen. Eileen celebrated her 99th birthday with her care team recently. Cake, laughter, chatter and party poppers were enjoyed by all. Eileen shared some of her precious memories about her family, the war days and her life in Australia.
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MEN’S SHED HARVEY
Bob Hall, proudly posing in the Eden Grove Function Centre, Harvey, with three of the six framed panels he completed recently. The photographs and information in these panels depict scenes dating back to 1940 when the site was used as an internment camp. 1942– 1945: The 3rd Australian Corps used the site as a training school for troops. 1947: Rural Training Centre on site where ex servicemen were trained in farming methods. From 1953: The Agricultural Wing of Harvey Senior School started here and in 1998 transitioned into Harvey Agricultural College , which operated on this site until 2012. In March 2014,South West Community Care found its base on this magnificent site, rich in history.
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Don't Slide - Confide ___________________________ Standing there, in a sea of grass A talking point, for those who pass Surrounded, by a field of green Painted brightly, so they are seen Meant to be, a stark expression About pitfalls, of depression To high light problems, oh so true A long dead tree, that's painted blue It's meant to make us, all aware Of underlying, problems there That depression, is a finite thing And mental tensions, it does bring The message given, is quite clear Please talk to those, that you hold dear Far better, that you do confide Than to contemplate, suicide Talking can be, your cornerstone You may find, you are not alone For if you do, then you may be On your way, to recovery Talking to others, of your woe Definitely, the way to go For the one thing, that you must do Is look beyond, that tree of Blue
Š Les Stevens July 2019
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