Provider of Choice
Claire Roach Roach Claire Executive Officer Executive Officer
James Stirling Place Ph. 08 9782 4000 James Stirling Place Ph.F: 08 PO Box 494, Harvey 08 9782 9782 4000 4040 PO Box 494, F:E: 08 9782 4040 WA Harvey 6220 claire.roach@swcommunitycare.org.au WA 6220 E: claire.roach@swcommunitycare.org.au
August 2020 Employer of Choice
Claire Roach Claire Roach Executive Officer Officer
Heart of the Community Message from the CEO—COVID-19 Update ............... ………………………...3 Operations ............................................................................................ 4/5 Social Centres and Out and About ....................................................... 6/7 Support for Senior Australians ............................................................... 8 Competition Puzzle 4……....……...…..……………………………………………………..9 September Get up and go Calendar ..…...……………………………..……...10/11 Thursday Outings .............................................................................. 12/13 Friday Outings ................................................................................... 14/15 Consumer story– Abel Tasman Doornbusch .................................... 16/17 Men’s Shed ............................................................................................ 18
Eaton Social Centre Activities for September……………………………………..19 Puzzle Entry Form ................................................................................ 20 Library Opening Hours
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Bunbury
Capel
Harvey
Capel and Dalyellup
Harvey and Australind
Monday
9.30am— 5.00pm
Tuesday to Friday
9.30am— 9.00am-5pm 5.00pm Thursday (6pm)
9.00am-5pm
Saturday
9am—12pm
9am—12pm
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Message from the CEO - COVID-19 Update What a difficult time this has been for you, our consumers. I want to assure you that we are doing our very best to support and protect you. The Department of Health has advised: “It is critical that all providers actively promote the importance of infection prevention to staff, consumers and visitors. This includes good hand hygiene, cough etiquette, cleaning/ disinfecting and maintaining social distancing.” Consequently, I have advised all SWCC employees to continue to wear gloves and other personal protective equipment that we supply. I have also reminded them that we are charged with the responsibility of caring for our community’s most vulnerable - you. Although Western Australia is yet to move to Phase 5, we have to thank our lucky stars that our state remains in phase 4. Our state government has done a remarkable job of consistently making the right decisions to keep us all safe. Let’s hope it stays that way! The current situation in Victoria has provided us all with a reminder that we have to be ready to respond to a COVID-19 outbreak which could occur at any time. It only takes one unthinking act and the infection spreads like wildfire. So, I am asking you to continue to be vigilant – practice social distancing, hand hygiene, cough etiquette and please make sure you have been vaccinated against the flu – for your sake and for others. Best of health and best wishes, Claire. www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Operations Vicki Rake– Operations Manager “ I joined South West Community Care in January as Executive Secretary to our CEO Claire Roach and was fortunate enough to be offered the role of Operations Manager in April. Operations is the largest employer of staff in SWCC and delivers all our services to consumers – our core business! The role came with huge responsibility and has been trying at times, but that has only added to the excitement, enjoyment and challenge of the role. I am grateful to my team members who are working hard to accommodate various changes and implement new ideas. They have been very welcoming of me and keen to improve the efficiency of our service delivery so more consumers are able to stay in their own homes for longer. I wish to thank Claire and the management team for their unwavering support, assistance and time in getting me up to speed. They have all been vital and valuable resources for me. I have tested their patience on various occasions but they have all hidden it well! Thanks girls! A Secondary School English teacher by profession I am also a qualified Austswim swimming instructor and spent many fabulous years doing both. For the last 12 years I was PA to a Federal Member of Parliament which involved over four months a year in Canberra – a job I loved! I have three fantastic grown-up children and three grown-up step children as well!
After recently marrying I am happy to be home in Harvey and spending time doing the things I really enjoy – fishing, hugging my five grandchildren, growing vegetables, travelling, playing music loud and keeping in touch with our family and friends. I love coming to work and being part of an enviable team environment!”
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Kate Hynes– Operations Support “I joined the SWCC team in February so much of my time here so far has been spent operating under the COVID pandemic restrictions. What an interesting time it has been for all of us! With a background in nursing and pharmacy, my most recent roles have been in Business Development and Management. This gave me a good opportunity to practice my skills of consumer service, team work and people management. My career in the healthcare industry has shown me that the consumer is the focus and I believe that achieving the best outcome for our consumers takes a holistic and empathic approach. My role with SWCC is mainly as Operations Support, working alongside Operations Manager, Vicki Rake, and the rest of the Operations team. I am based at Eaton but spend some time in Harvey as well, in the Executive Support role to CEO, Claire Roach.”
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Janet a-puzzling!
Frank and Marjorie Price
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Support for Senior Australians During COVID-19 The Government acknowledges that the mental health and wellbeing of senior Australians is a priority during this time. There are a range of supports available and we should encourage consumers to access these if they are feeling isolated, worried or need someone to talk to.
The Older Persons COVID-19 Support Line - 1800 171 866 - is a dedicated free support line that provides information and support to senior Australians, their families and carers. The support line operates Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) from 8:30am to 6pm.
Friend Line telephone support service - 1800 4 CHATS (1800 424 287) The friend line offers a free and anonymous telephone service that provides senior Australians with the opportunity to chat with a volunteer. The service is available seven days a week between 10am and 8pm.
Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service 1800 512 348 A free 24/7 support service specifically designed to help people through the COVID-19 pandemic offered by Beyond Blue.
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Puzzle number 4 Magic Squares Each column, row and diagonal must add up to the magic number. The Magic Number is
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22
20
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14
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List the numbers highlighted in dark green from top to bottom for this month’s puzzle answer. The competiti0n answer entry form is on the back page of this issue. By October, when you have all the answers , the entry form can be handed in at any of our three SWCC offices or posted to: P O Box 494 Harvey, 6220 www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Get up and go September 2020 TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 1
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Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed
Wonderous Wednesday
Lamb casserole
Lamb casserole and Fruit crumble
Fruit crumble
Decoupage boxes
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Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed
Wonderous Wednesday
Braised Beef
Braised beef ,Sticky date pudding
Sticky date pudding
Decorate coat hangers
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16 Wonderous Wednesday
Fish of the day
Fish of the day and Lemon tart
Lemon tart
Fridge magnet note pad
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23 Wonderous Wednesday
Chicken schnitzel and Chocolate pudding
Chocolate pudding
Jewellery making 29
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Terrific Tuesday /Men’s Shed
Wonderous Wednesday
Corned beef
Corned Beef and French fruit tart
French fruit tart
Candle making -Wicks and wax
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Standard Social Support Group and Outing fees apply– please consult fee structure. In Centre meals: HCP and “Meal approved” CHSP consumers : $10 Guests and private consumers (approved by SWCC) : $20
THURSDAY
Eaton Social Centre Harvey Social Centre Harvey Craft Centre Outings
FRIDAY 3
4
Tremendous Thursday
Fantastic Friday
Fish of the day and Lemon tart
Fish of the day and Lemon tart
Wonnerup House
Drakesbrook Weir and Tavern 10
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Tremendous Thursday
Fantastic Friday
Corned Beef and French fruit tart
Corned Beef and French fruit tart
Araluen
Bunbury Foum and Spotlight 17
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Tremendous Thursday
Fantastic Friday
Chicken schnitzel and sticky date
Chicken schnitzel and sticky date
Bunnings Garden Club
Interment Camp– Memorial Shrine Harvey
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Tremendous Thursday
Fantastic Friday
Lamb casserole and Fruit crumble
Lamb casserole and Fruit crumble
Lakeside and Owys Nurseries
Bingo in Busselton
There were six starfish in the July Issue
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Thursday Outings All outings subject to change due to COVID restrictions 3rd September
Wonnerup House Busselton Nestled between a majestic Tuart forest and the Vasse wet lands rests a house and the buildings of the Layman family. Join us on a self-tour of the grounds followed by lunch at the Ship Inn.
Cost
Tour – Free Lunch: Seniors special $15
Please note- quite a bit of walking is required
10th September
Cost
It’s our favourite trip in September… Araluen.
Stroll through the stoned pathways and see the amazing colours of the tulips. 59 hectares of native Entry Seniors—$8 Australian bush land, 14 hectares with over Lunch at the 1000,000 tulip bulbs have vendors— $20 been planted. Ride the train to see more of the grounds. Join us and take a selfie with your favourite tulips. Please note- This is a long day on the bus and lots of walking. 12
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Thursday Outings 17th
Bunnings Garden Club
Cost
September
Our favourite place in the whole wide world. Join us for Garden Club in September. Stock up on all things green for your garden.
Please bring spending money
Followed by lunch at Treendale shopping complex.
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Nursery Run
Cost
September
Calling all Green Thumbs. Its time to visit some nurseries. Join us in visiting Lakeside Nursery and Owys for all you favourite indoor and outdoor plants, trees, pots and more.
Lunch – senior special - $15.90
Lunch at the Highway Hotel.
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Friday Outings All outings subject to change due to COVID restrictions 4th September
Cost
Drakesbrook Weir and Tavern
The Waroona Weir was completed in 1932, mostly by hand. Enjoy a Lunch – Seniors stroll on the pathways special - $14.50 and spot a wildflower. Floor games and cards are available after morning tea or just sit and enjoy the sunshine with friends.
11th September Bunbury Forum and
Cost
Spotlight
Let’s hit two birds with one stone. We will start the day at the Forum and then off to Spotlight for all your craft needs.
Please bring spending money Lunch —$15
Lunch at the café
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Friday Outings 18th September
Interment Camp_ Memorial Shrine Harvey Understand our WWII Internment history at the Harvey’s Memorial shrine. This is the only shrine of its type in the world. Ride the bus to the shrine for a short history lesson and after morning tea, walk through the gardens at Stirling cottage and visit the Moo shop at the visitor’s centre.
Cost
Lunch—$10$22
Lunch at Stirling Cottage
25th September
Bingo in Busselton
Cost
Winner Winner Chicken dinner. Find the winning number combination!
Lunch -
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Roast $13.50 Bingo - $16
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Abel Tasman Doornbusch‌..
Your Story
or Tassie as he is known as in Harvey , has led an interesting and busy life and is always on the go! The fourth of six children born to Dutch parents ,Tassie was born in Harvey and lived on a small farm where as a young child he helped his parents with chores like drawing water from a well with a bucket, tending to pigs, horses, cattle and chooks.
From a young age, Tassie was passionate about animals and had bantams and chicken as pets. He also worked incredibly hard on the farm while at school and then had all of one day’s holiday after graduating before he started a full time job in a wholesale packing store. Tassie worked long hours and then attended evening classes to finally qualify as a teacher. In between this, he found time for 133 blood donations! After ten years of teaching, Tassie travelled extensively during his long service leave. He finally retired from teaching in 2002 and settled back on his farm in Harvey. Sadly his beautiful home was torched by arsonists and Tassie lost all of his belongings, including all of his inherited goods, trophies and a rare book collection. He has since rebuilt his home. Tassie is a keen hobby farmer . His passion for chickens and his ability as a geneticist has resulted in his breeding of a large number of purebred poultry and prize fancy pigeons over the years. Many hours of hard work and numerous experiments were put in place by him to get the correct combinations for the beautiful breeds he has been able to produce. He has also bred rare coloured alpacas. 16
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Tassie was elected president and is now a life member of WA’s Fancy and Utility Pigeon Club; an honorary member of Pigeon Breeders and Exhibitors Association and life member of the Rare Poultry Breeders Association. Tassie exhibits his poultry, and pigeons at the Royal Perth Agricultural Show annually. Tassie is a fully qualified Poultry judge and has been invited to judge exhibitions from Esperance up to Moora, as well as many local exhibitions. Tassie continues to work on his farm with his chooks and animals and welcomes anyone to give him a call and pop in for a cuppa!
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Men’s Shed Harvey Long time Men's Shed member, Michael Kenny kept himself and his carer, Rob , busy during the Covid-19 shutdown creating a magnificent clock from a wood burl. Michael has now donated the clock to the Men's Shed as a way of saying thank you to his mates at the shed for their companionship, mateship and friendship over the years that they have all been attending Men's Shed. The clock now hangs above the "wall of fame" for all to admire. Well done, a great addition to The Men’s Shed!
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Eaton Social Centre Activities September Wonderous Wednesday
Tremendous Thursday
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Stay on Your Feet Crafty Creations Sing A Long.
Chair Exercises Bingo Quiz Fest
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Tai Chi
Stay on Your Feet
Sports Carnival
Board Games
Musical Instruments 16
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Chair Yoga
Carpet Bowls
Movie Day
Quiz Fest 23
Vinnies Visit
Bunnings
Stay On Your Feet
Craft
Board Games
Chair Yoga
Bean Bag Toss
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Stay on Your Feet Movie Day Vinnies visit www.swcommunitycare.org.au
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Provider of of Choice Choice Provider Choice Provider of
Claire Roach Roach Claire Executive Officer Executive Officer
Collect your answers every month.
Collect your answers every month.
James Stirling Place Ph. 08 9782 4000 James Stirling Place Ph.F: 08 PO Box 494, Harvey 08 9782 9782 4000 4040 PO Box 494, F:E: 08 9782 4040 WA Harvey 6220 claire.roach@swcommunitycare.org.au WA 6220 E: claire.roach@swcommunitycare.org.au
All final entries to be submitted by 20 November for the
All final entries submitted by 20 forin the winning drawtotobe take place. Winner to November be announced winning draw 2020– to take place. Winner to be announced in December just in time for Christmas! December 2020– just in time for Christmas!
Puzzle Competition Entry Sheet
Puzzle Competition Entry Sheet Name
Name
Phone Number
Phone Month Number
Puzzle Number
Month May
1 Crossword-Inventions
Puzzle Number
1 Crossword-Inventions
July
3 Matching oceans 2 and Wordsmith-9 islands-odd letter one word out
June
August
July
September
August
October
September
Answer
2 Wordsmith-9 letter word
June
May
Answer
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Magic Squares-last
3 Matching oceans column of numbers and islands-odd one 5 Sudoku-missing line out 4 Magic Squares-last 6 Word Search-phrase column of numbers 5 Sudoku-missing line
Employer of of Choice Choice Employer
Claire Roach Executive Officer
