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ADEC - Social Support Groups
ADEC is a state-wide not-for-profit organisation that strives to empower people with a disability and the elderly from non-English speaking backgrounds, their carers and families to fully participate as members of the Victorian community.
We specialise in working with different cultures and religions and cater to the language needs of each individual. Most of our staff are bi-lingual, representing 20 countries and 25 different dialects.
ADEC facilitates a number of monthly Social Support Groups in the West:
• Arabic High Needs
• Chinese Carers
• Chinese High Needs
• Chinese Mental Health
• Greek Carers
• Italian Carers
• Japanese Carers
• Karen Carers
• Karen High Needs
• Turkish Carers
• Turkish Mental Health
• Vietnamese Carers
• Vietnamese Mental Health
All groups are a mix of men and women. Currently our Italian and Greek Carers group are run together.
ARRCS - ROST Darwin CHSP
Polish SSG Oakleigh
Australian Multicultural Community Services - Social Support Groups
AMCS support seniors living at home to make and maintain social friendships via group participation. As part of these groups, we also encourage seniors to stay active. By facilitating activities that are interesting to the participants, we support a healthy ageing culture.
Regular sessions are held in accessible, comfortable and safe venues. Activities are organised according to the abilities of the people taking part and are designed to create opportunities to socialise and strengthen skills needed for daily living. The health and safety of clients remain our first priority. Please be assured that AMCS is fully informed of the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for home care providers. We are taking every measure to ensure compliance for the safety and wellbeing of our community as we continue our mission of improving lives through care, support and empowerment. We currently have a multicultural, Polish, Italian speaking group.
Dementia Australia TAS - South
You can take part in our engaging and meaningful group-based activities for people living with dementia. Dementia Australia provides group social support services tailored to your individual interests, needs and abilities. We support you to enjoy activities and to engage with others in your group. There are centre-based activities, community outings to places of interest, craft and woodworking groups, and more.
To find our group social support services available in your area, please call the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500
In Hobart & Launceston, we provide group social support services for people living with dementia who live in the community, with or without a carer.
Times and days of attendance will be negotiated through referral from My Aged Care or Specialised Support Services following a needs assessment. The centre provides a safe environment with a focus on activities which enhance well-being, cognitive stimulation and enjoyable social interaction.
ADEC
HammondCare - South West Sydney Social Clubs
The South West Sydney Social Club provides a variety of activities and outings in a friendly and caring environment for the frail aged and people with dementia to encourage social interaction and support carers.
HammondCare believes in the dignity and value of all people. We are passionate about improving the quality of life for people in need, and take every step possible to provide unique and excellent care. In all our practices, we always aspire to promote the dignity, self-esteem and freedom of each individual.
We have a particular commitment to dementia care and research as well as to people who are financially disadvantaged.
Rochester and Elmore District Health Service, Primary Care
Operates Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Carers and Disability Link, Yorke Peninsula
The aims of the groups are to develop, maintain and support interaction & independent living for over 65’s in our community. The groups offer similar activities to centre based groups and also include *community outings to both local and further afar events, venues and attractions. The group may include a meal and if required transport assistance.
RangeCare - Maleny
Bringing people together for social and cultural activities including outings to local events. Morning tea and lunch provided at the cottage centre which operates 4 days a week. Option of transport for those within the Maleny to Mapleton Region. We also offer a range of small group healthy lifestyle activities including Aquarobics, conversation, Life story writing, Gym Classes & Shopping.