Contact and company with others
Jymbilung House Aged And Disabled Care Services
Bethanie Community Care- South East Metro
Centre based respite with Bethanie can be planned as a regular occurrence or simply when an unexpected need arises. Clinical assessment and care plans ensure quality care and support for the care recipient, giving the carer complete peace of mind. Whilst the carer can take time for themselves, their loved one is engaged in an organised program of activities and outings designed to increase social interaction and pursuit of their interests. Bethanie have specifically trained staff and programs to provide support for people with dementia
United Spanish Latin American Welfare Centre Inc Social Activity Groups in Spanish (SAG)
UNITED’s social activity groups provide Spanish speaking people an opportunity to keep physically and mentally active, socialize with people that speak their same language and to enjoy a wide range of recreational activities and outings to discover new places with their new friends.
Benalla Day Activities Program
Westmont Community Care
Westmont Aged Care Services Ltd is a community based not-for-profit organisation,
“Dedicated to providing aged, community care and lifestyle options to the people of our region
with respect, dignity and choice”.
"Care for All by All"
East Wimmera Health Service Community Health
mecwacare Rivendell House Community Centre
Planned Activity Groups provide daily opportunities for older people to connect with their community. This includes people with dementia and people with disabilities who can participate in a variety of engaging and rewarding programs and activities, both at our day centres and in the community.
Gateway Community Services - Refer to Social Outings
“Brimbank Boomers - residence of Brimbank” is a fortnightly social activity group for people who are over 55, high functioning, low physical support needs and independent in regards to personal care requirements. Focusing on ‘Fun, Food and Friendship’ and services residence living within the Brimbank Municipality.
“Brimbank Boomers” is a great way to increase social activity whilst taking in the sights of Melbourne. The program is supported by Gateway’s door to door Community Transport and members are collected from their own home, and returned directly home after the program. The group will get together between the hours of 9.30am and 3.30 pm including transport fortnightly on a Thursday. Activities may include picnics or walks through parks and gardens, taking in a movie, visits to museums, exploring Melbourne’s wonderful food venues whilst enjoying lunch and good conversation with other members of the group. The choices are endless!
Nillumbik Council
This group operates from the Community Hub in Hurstbridge and is available to eligible residents of Nillumbik Shire Council. The group operates on a Thursday. A variety of activities and sessions are planned in consultation with the participants.
EPIS Marble Bar
EPIS provides group excursions and activities both in and away from the centres. Clients can enjoy trips out of town to waterholes, rivers and larger towns to allow them to engage in activities such as fishing, camp fires and bush medicine. Inside activities are organised when the weather is conducive. These might include painting, arts and crafts, gentle exercise, music, bingo, board games and yarning about old photos.