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Heart of the Community Pop Up Stalls and Respite Program ......................................................... 3 Schedulers................................................................................................ 4 Schedulers — Kathryn Smith and Jane Freeman .................................... 5 Schedulers— Tralee Tarpey and Tracey Mellegers ................................. 6 Your health– Hand Hygiene ..................................................................... 7 Photo collage ………………………………………………………………………………….8/9 April Get up and go Calendar .…. ............................................. … 10/11 OUTINGS— Senior Games/Bunbury Centrepoint ................................. 12 OUTINGS— Annie Brook Flower Emporium/Bunnings Garden Club .... 13 OUTINGS— Bingo in Busselton/Donnybrook Townsite ........................ 14 OUTINGS— Bunbury Pottery Boutique/Eaton Fair ............................... 15 Anzac Day, Valentine Matching Answers, Men’s Shed pictures ........... 16 Men’s Shed ........................................................................................... 17 Volunteer— Trish Rumball .................................................................... 18 Recipe from our chef ............................................................................. 19 Picture puzzles ...................................................................................... 20 February Front Cover Shelter Island , is off-shore from Muttonbird Beach, Albany. The island is mainly granite but has some soil to support plant growth. Little penguins and flesh-footed shearwater birds breed on this island. Muttonbird Beach is 17km west of Albany and is a popular fishing beach with 4WD access. Photo : Geoff Hosking 2
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Pop Up Information Stalls For your convenience we are coming to you! South West Community Care have four Pop Up Information Stalls coming your way.
Eaton Fair Shopping Centre
Thursday 19th March 10am—2pm Bunbury Forum (near Dome café ) Thursday 2nd April 10am—2pm Harvey IGA Parton's (Outside) Thursday 2nd April 10am—2pm Australind Shopping Centre (outside Coles) Thursday 7th May 10am—2pm
Respite Are you a carer? Would you like a few days or even one day off from your caring role? South West Community Care is pleased to advise that we offer Respite in our beautiful rural setting at our Korijekup House Facility in Harvey. We offer group respite on weekends and one-to-one respite during the week. For more information please call one of our friendly Consumer Liaison Team members today on 97824000. www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Schedulers—Consumer Liaison Team We have a dynamic team of four schedulers. We work closely with all of our consumers within our designated area and work alongside the Consumer Liaison Teams. At each location we have a dedicated and friendly service team that comprises of 1 Scheduler, 1 Care Manager for Home Care Packages, 1 Team Leader for CHSP services and 1 scheduler who organises all home maintenance services. The scheduler is responsible for scheduling services which is the balance between identifying available care workers and matching requested days and service times. In this way we can offer services that will be consistent, efficient and compatible with the availability, suitability and sometimes very busy lifestyles of our consumers. As schedulers, we interact with all involved in the services we deliver. We communicate daily and regularly with our consumers, the care workers and the team liaisons for each area. Some days it is like we are working in air traffic control, moving and rescheduling so that everyone receives the service as promised. No one in our scheduling team believes their day will be the same as yesterday as there is always something that needs scheduling. This is what our computer screens may look like! (Names obscured for privacy reasons)
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Kathryn Smith “I grew up in Alice Springs, Northern Territory. After high school I moved to WA and am currently living in Australind. During my 7 years in WA I met my husband. We married in February this year. We have built a home together and love living in WA.
I started working at South West Community Care two years ago and over this time I have learnt so much about the ever growing industry of aged care. I work in the Harvey office and schedule services for consumers who live in Harvey and surrounding towns, including Binningup and Brunswick. I truly love being part this amazing company and it brings me great joy to know I’m part of helping our consumers stay active in the community and maintaining their independence in their own homes.” Jane Freeman Jane is based in Eaton. “I moved to the Bunbury area 10 years ago from Perth and began my role with SWCC in February 2019.
Prior to my move I worked as Operations Manager in a customer service industry for 16 years and since moving to Bunbury have worked in administration roles predominately in the trades industry. I enjoy a challenge and the role of scheduling services is like working on a huge jigsaw. Moving and fitting in services to run smoothly for our consumers and our care workers. When all the pieces fit , it’s a good day for everyone !” www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Tralee Tarpey “I grew up in Dunedin, New Zealand and moved to Bunbury in 2011 where I live with my partner and two cats. Since moving, I worked as a travel agent for 7 years and was very fortunate to visit different places around the world. I have a passion for mental health and holistic wellness, and a few years ago I began facilitating wellness events in Bunbury, mainly for groups of women. I began my role as a SWCC Scheduler in April 2019 at the Australind office. I thoroughly enjoy working out the logistics of schedules, and ‘matching up’ all aspects of service delivery to ensure our consumers are safe and happy in their homes. I am proud to be a part of a fantastic company that is of service to the community and I am excited for the future with SWCC!” Tracey Mellegers Tracey is based in the Eaton Office. “I have two young children who keep me busy outside of work. When time permits I love to sew quilts, spend time with my fur child ‘Shadow’ and I am currently learning to play the piano. I have been working with SWCC for just over a year. This is my first time working within the aged care industry. I enjoy the interaction with everyone and love how much support we can offer our consumers. It is my task to schedule all the home maintenance services. I work with the team leader, Rob Gunson and the maintenance team members who work hard to ensure gardens are tidy and safe.” 6
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Your Health
What is Hand Hygiene? Hand Hygiene is one of the most important things we can do to prevent the spread of infection. Hand Hygiene includes
Applying an alcohol-based hand rub to the surface of hands (including liquids, gels and foams) OR Washing hands with the use of a water and soap or a soap solution, either non-antimicrobial or antimicrobial. When performed correctly, hand hygiene results in a reduction of germs on hands.
When you should wash your hands
after going to the toilet or changing a nappy before and after handling food after sneezing, coughing, blowing nose after caring for someone who is sick after handling rubbish after smoking.
In addition, any cuts and abrasions on the hands or fingers should be covered with a water-resistant dressing which should be changed as necessary or when the dressing becomes soiled. Soap (preferably liquid) should be used to wash hands.
if bar soap is used, ensure it is kept in a container that allows drainage
if reusable containers are used for liquid soap, they should be cleaned and dried before refilling with fresh liquid soap
the type of soap does not matter provided it is well tolerated by the user
Alcohol-based hand sanitisers Washing hands with soap and water is the best way to reduce the number of germs on hands and should always be encouraged over the use of alcohol-based hand sanitisers in all homes. Information supplied by Lina Marinelli– SWCC Clinical Care Manager www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Out and About
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Social Centre Activities
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Get up and go TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 1 Wonderous Wednesday Lamb Rissoles and Fruit Crumble
Anzac Wreaths 7
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Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed
Wonderous Wednesday
Corned Beef
Corned Beef and Key Lime Pie
Key Lime Pie
Easter Cards and Baskets
14 Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed Fish and Chips Sponge Pudding
21 Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed
Wonderous Wednesday Bunnings Trip—Treendale Fish and Chips and Sponge Pudding
Suncatchers
22 Wonderous Wednesday
Chicken Casserole
Chicken Casserole and Pavlova
Pavlova
Anzac Poppies
28 Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed
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29 Wonderous Wednesday
Roast Beef
Roast Beef , Bread and Butter Pudding
Bread and Butter Pudding
Paint Cups
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Eaton Social Centre
April 2020
Harvey Social Centre Harvey Craft Centre Outings
THURSDAY
FRIDAY 2
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Tremendous Thursday
Fantastic Friday
Fish of the day and Pavlova
Fish of the day and Pavlova
Senior Games
Bunbury Centrepoint 9
Tremendous Thursday
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Good Friday
Roast Beef , Bread and Butter Pudding
Annie Brook Flower Emporium 16 Tremendous Thursday
17 Fantastic Friday
Lamb Rissoles and Fruit Crumble
Bunnings Garden Club
Lamb Rissoles and Fruit Crumble
Bingo in Busselton
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Tremendous Thursday
Fantastic Friday
Corned Beef and Sponge Pudding
Corned Beef and Sponge Pudding
Donnybrook Townsite
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Tremendous Thursday
ANZAC Day 25 April
Butter Chicken and Key Lime Pie
Public holiday :
Eaton Fair
Monday 27 April www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Thursday 2nd April Senior Games A select team of 8 will attend the senior games in Bunbury to represent South West Community Care. If you are keen to be considered for this team effort please put in your expression of interest by booking this outing.
Picnic lunch provided by our wonderful staff. Lunch - $10
Friday 3rd April Bunbury Centrepoint For all your shopping needs, join us on the bus to Bunbury Centrepoint.
Lunch - $15 and spending money
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Thursday 9th April Annie Brook Flower Emporium Annual visit to our favourite selection of silk and Australian native flowers plus unique gifts, décor for your home, wine tasting and much more. Lunch at The Ship Inn, Busselton. Lunch – Seniors Special $15
Thursday 16th April Bunnings Garden Club Join us for group rotation talks and craft. Chat with friends or meet family at the café. Stock up on all garden supplies. After Bunnings we will go across to the shopping complex and have lunch. Lunch -$15
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Friday 17th April Bingo in Busselton Winner Winner. Who has the correct numbers? Enjoy a roast lunch before they start to call the winning numbers. Get in quick to avoid disappointment. Roast lunch - $13.50 Bingo - $16
Thursday 23 April Donnybrook Townsite
A day out in the sunshine exploring the streets of Donnybrook. Visit the local stores or op shops. Stop at the fruit barn on the way home to stock up on beautiful fruit, grown locally. Lunch at the Snack Shack. Lunch - $15 Senior Specials 14
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Friday 24 April Bunbury Pottery Boutique Join us before Anzac Day for a beautiful morning tea in the park at Bunbury Anzac Memorial. Get back on the bus to visit the best pottery shop in Bunbury followed by lunch at The Highway Hotel.
Lunch - $15 Senior Special. Spending money
Thursday 30 April Eaton Fair
Join us for a Shopping day at Eaton Fair. Catch up with family and friends or just sit back and have a coffee. Lunch at the centre. Please bring spending and lunch money. Did you find 11 in the February issue? Good work!
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Sunday 25 April — ANZAC DAY— Services in Bunbury Dawn Service 6am: War Memorial in Stirling Street 10am Service at Graham Bricknell Shell All invited to enjoy refreshments at the RSL quarters after this morning service. February Puzzle—Celebrity Couples Matching—Answers 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
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Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell Hillary and Bill Clinton Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas Amal and George Clooney Deborra-Lee Furness and Hugh Jackman Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Michelle and Barack Obama Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks Kate Middelton and Prince William Oprah Winfrey and Stedman Graham
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Since Men’s Shed (MS) returned from our Christmas break, the boys have been busy in the workshop and have also been getting out and about. Our first outing for the year was to Bunbury Ten Pin Bowling, followed by lunch at Happy Dim Sum restaurant in Bunbury. Outings take place about every five weeks and each day out is based on what the majority of the men want to do. Harvey MS is a little gem of a place, we are all about enjoyment and we would like to see more SWCC consumers join us to participate in fun activities and perhaps blow those cobwebs away. The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment and we encourage all consumers to participate in some activity. If you just want to have a cuppa and a talk you will always find someone in the clubhouse feeling like that’s all they want to do. If you want to get involved, some of the activities you can do are: woodwork (we have numerous tools for just about any project) lapidary, wood turning ,computers and the best model train set which is there for all to add their touch if so desired. MS runs every Tuesday (holidays excepted) from about 0845 to 1430 but some come in later and some go home earlier. It’s entirely your choice. If you think MS could be good for you, give our admin a call on 9782 4000 and speak to our receptionist who will advise you on how to join us.
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Volunteer— Trish Rumball
Volunteer
Trish was born in Africa, grew up in England and moved to Adelaide, Australia in 1964. Trish worked in the Airforce, at Port Cook where she met and married her husband in 1966. They moved to Perth and amongst other adventures managed a caravan park in Carnarvon for several years. A hard worker, Trish has always remained actively involved in the communities where she has lived. Trish has two sons, six grandchildren and one great grandchild. As a member of the SWCC board for ten years, Trish has contributed her expertise and time to ensure the consumers receive the best possible services. Trish has also been a very active volunteer with SWCC and other organisations. She was awarded the Volunteer of the South West in 2011. Members participating at the Harvey Clubhouse Social Centre have a smiling and willing Trish to brighten up their days every week! Thank you for all your dedication and many hours of service, Trish. Trish on her wedding day. She designed and created her own wedding dress. 18
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Thai Pumpkin Soup
Recipe
4 - 6 servings
40ml oil (sunflower or light olive oil) 300g brown onion (roughly chopped) 200g carrot (roughly chopped) 1 stick
Thank you to Lou, our chef from Thyme and Place
celery (roughly chopped)
1kg butternut pumpkin (cut into 2cm dice – you can leave the skin on if you prefer or peel)
15ml red Thai paste (leave out for straight pumpkin soup) 10ml honey 2.5ml garlic (minced or crushed) 2.5ml root ginger (minced or finely chopped) 700ml vegetable/chicken stock 300ml
coconut milk
Coriander leaves (garnish) Spring onion (garnish) Heat oil in a large saucepan and fry the onion, celery and carrot on a medium heat until the onion starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the pumpkin and cook for a further 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute, stirring so it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan then add the Thai paste stirring to coat the vegetables. Add the stock and honey. Stir to mix thoroughly. Bring to the boil. Reduce to low heat and simmer for about 20 mins or until the vegetables are soft. Remove from heat and leave for 5 minutes. Once cooled slightly, blitz/ blend until smooth with a stick blender or in a food processor. Return to medium heat, gradually stir in coconut milk until required consistency reached. Adjust seasoning and stir occasionally for 5 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with coriander leaves and chopped spring onions. Serve! www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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