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Page 1 of ACT Seniors and Veterans Newsletter March 2019 Contents Upcoming Events.............................................................. 2 Awards and Grants............................................................ 8 Recreational, Health and Wellbeing.......................................... 10 Training and Education...................................................... 12 Volunteering Opportunities.................................................. 15 Information and Assistance.................................................. 18 Mailing List and Future Articles............................................ 20
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ACT Seniors and VeteransNewsletter
March 2019
Contents
Upcoming Events..........................................................................................................................................2
Awards and Grants.......................................................................................................................................8
Recreational, Health and Wellbeing..........................................................................................................10
Training and Education..............................................................................................................................12
Volunteering Opportunities........................................................................................................................15
Information and Assistance.......................................................................................................................18
Mailing List and Future Articles.................................................................................................................20
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Upcoming Events
Ministerial Advisory Council on Ageing Vacancies
Expressions of interest are now being sought for the 2019-2021 Ministerial Advisory Council on Ageing (the Council)
The Council provides a link between the Minister for Seniors and Veterans and older people in the ACT. The Council assists the Government in developing and implementing positive ageing policies, to advance the status and interests of older people in our community.
We are keen to receive expressions of interest from people who have a demonstrated commitment to the advancement of older people and who have a particular interest in creating an age-friendly city and countering elder abuse.
The Council seeks representation from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities to apply and become a voice for older people in Canberra.
To apply please visit SmartyGrants at https://dhcs.smartygrants.com.au/1921_MACA
For more information and link to the referee proforma template please visit the Advisory Council on Ageing at www.communityservices.act.gov.au/wac/seniors/advisory_council_on_ageing
Expressions of interest have been extended and now close MONDAY, 18th March 2019, 4pm.
ACT Seniors Week – 18th to 24th MarchNext week is Seniors Week!
ACT Seniors Week, held from the 18th to the 24th of March, is Canberra's celebration of our older community! Designed to inspire, inform and connect - ACT Seniors Week is filled with a range of events for Canberrans of all ages including the Chief Minister’s Concert and Seniors Week Expo.
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There are events running all over the Canberra region all week. The full program for seniors week is attached or can be found on the COTA website at http://cotaact.org.au/cota-act/seniors-week-2019
Seniors Week - Chief Ministers ConcertThe Chief Ministers concert is a performance put on for seniors by the Royal Military College Band. The band will play a collection on old and new songs and is sure to be a wonderful celebration in Seniors Week.
Date: 19th March 2019
Time: 11am or 1pm
Location: Albert Hall - 100 Commonwealth Ave, Yarralumla ACT 2601
Bookings are essential. Reservations can be made by contacting COTA ACT on 6282 3777 or online at EventBrite www.cmc19.eventbrite.com.au
Seniors Week - Public Trustee and Guardian Seniors week forums We will present two free public forums during Seniors Week on the importance of having a valid and up-to-date Will and Enduring Power of Attorney.
Monday
Date: 18 March 2019Time: 6pm – 8pmVenue: Canberra Southern Cross Club Tuggeranong: Pitman St & Holwell Street, Greenway ACT
Wednesday
Date: 20 March 2019Time: 9.30am to 12pmVenue: Gungahlin Lakes Golf and Community Club Address: 110 Gundaroo Dr, Nicholls ACT
Bookings essential - call 6207 9800
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Lucky door prizes
Free PTG Will voucher for all attendees
Light refreshments provided
If you are unable to attend the forums, we will also have a stall at the Seniors Week Expo at Exhibition Park on Thursday 21 March.
For more information please give us a call or email us at [email protected]
Seniors Week - Positive ageing awardsThe Positive Ageing Awards recognise outstanding older Canberrans, individuals and organisations that work with seniors.
Date: 22nd March 2019Time: 2:30pmLocation: Weston Creek Labor Club, Teesdale Ct, StirlingCost: $20 per person
Bookings are essential, and tickets can be booked by contacting COTA ACT on 6282 3777 or emailing [email protected]
Seniors Week - Seniors ExpoThe Expo brings together more than 140 exhibitors to provide information on aged care, retirement, finance, legal, home help and modifications, health and leisure, travel, community and government services, special interest and social groups.
When: 21st March 2019 10am – 3pmLocation: Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) Charter buses to and from EPIC will be available from the all the major bus stations.Cost: Gold coin donation
Seniors Week – Free Travel for Seniors The ACT Government is providing free travel on Transport Canberra services for Seniors Card holders during Seniors Week, from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 March 2019.
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Patrons can either tap on and tap off with their ACT or Interstate Seniors MyWay Card or show the driver their Seniors Card and the journey will be free for the week, any time of the day or night.
On Thursday 21 March, Transport Canberra will be providing free bus charters to and from Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) for the Seniors Week Expo. The bus charters will travel to and from select major bus stations, including Westfield Belconnen, Belconnen Community, Tuggeranong, Woden, and the City.
Use the online TC Journey Planner for details on timetables throughout the week and to help plan out your trip. Transport Canberra provides more bus and light rail services more often, 7-days a week. The new network is designed to make it easier to get around walk and cycle paths while supporting Canberrans with a reliable, safe and efficient integrated transport network. One that makes Canberra better connected.
For more information visit Transport Canberra at www.transport.act.gov.au/news/news-and-events-items/march-2019/free-travel-for-seniors-during-seniors-week,-18-24-march-2019
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Awards and Grants
Veterans Grants Program
2018-19 2nd Round of Veterans Grants Program is now open!
The primary aim of the Veterans Grants Program is to support veterans and their family’s wellbeing and social inclusion. To best meet the needs of the veteran community, a focus on ageing veterans, contemporary veterans and veterans’ families might be considered collectively or separately as the focus of the grant application.
Applications are sought for innovative projects that promote veterans as valued members of the ACT community and enable them to participate in community activities.
A maximum of $2,000.00 is available per grant.
To apply, visit Community Services Grants at www.communityservices.act.gov.au/home/grants
Applications close at 5pm, Tuesday 2 April 2019.
Seniors Grants Program2018-19 2nd Round Seniors Grants Program are now open!
The Seniors Grants Program provides funding for innovative projects that promote seniors as valued members of the ACT community and enable their active participation in community life. The Program has a particular emphasis on supporting projects which address the areas of elder abuse, enhanced social inclusion and those that address the needs of diverse seniors, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse seniors.
A maximum of $2,000 is available per grant for innovative and dynamic new programs/ projects or equipment to promote seniors in our community.
To apply, visit https://www.communityservices.act.gov.au/wac/seniors/grants
Applications close at 5pm, Tuesday 2 April 2019.
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Recreational, Health and Wellbeing
Forrest Men’s Shed
Date: Each TuesdayTime: 10am until 12 NoonWhere: Wesley Uniting Church 20-22 National Circuit, Forrest ACT 2602Cost: $2 contribution for morning tea
More Info: Ph 0490 027 153 tinyurl.com/MENS-SHED-FORREST
Forrest Men’s Shed has a weekly program including speakers, cooking and a woodworking workshop.
Women’s Social DIY Group
Sanctuary Aus' Women's Group returns this Thursday night, 7 till 8.30pm. Come along and join in this comfortable, relaxed and friendly women's group. Meet some new friends and have a laugh. The group generally takes on some form of art/craft, with the focus on self-discovery rather than artistic talent.
Sanctuary Aus would also like to announce the first group in our partnership with Bunnings Belconnen - Women's Social DIY group on the first Wednesday of every month, starting on Wednesday 6 March 2019 - 10.30 till 11.30am. We're going to learn how to:
• install a deadlock and window lock;• best save on heating and cooling;• repair holes in walls;• grow vegetables;• set up irrigation;• deter garden pests;• use professional power tools;• build an outdoor storage bench-seat.
For more information, or to register your interest in coming along, send your name and contact details to [email protected] and we'll give you a call back. There is no fee set for either group.
Kim - 0438 875 937 or Sonja - 0400 158 105.
Drumming CircleMaking Connections Together though social drumming group
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10-week Program Commencing on Tuesday 5 March 2019
When: 11am to 12noonWhere: 8 Laidlaw Place Kambah ACT 2902Cost: $20 per session or $180 for 10 sessions
All welcome – no experience necessary
Contact Michel on 0420 639 407 or email [email protected] to book you place
Department of Human Services financial information service (FIS) seminars The Financial Information Service (FIS) is an education and information service available to everyone in the community. We help people to make informed decisions about investment and financial issues.
We are independent, free and confidential and provide services through seminars, and by phone and appointment.
Understanding your Pension: 27th March 2pm Hellenic Club Matilda St, Phillip
Accommodation Options in Retirement: 28th March 2pm Hellenic Club Matilda St, Phillip
Details of some upcoming seminars can be found at humanservices.gov.au/fis
Families, friends and groups are welcome at all seminars, but booking is essential and can be made by calling 136 357 or emailing [email protected]
Social Inclusion Through WoodcraftThe ACT Woodcraft Guild is an incorporated membership-based organisation with a number of objectives, including to promote, foster and encourage an appreciation of, and interest in, woodcraft within the general community. The Guild has extensive and fully equipped workshop facilities in Kambah (www.woodcraftguild.org.au), and caters for all levels and interests in woodcraft, from complete novice to proficient.
As part of its objectives, the Guild can now offer several free memberships (normally $110) to seniors who are experiencing social isolation or are at risk of social isolation.
If you know anyone over the age of 60, living alone or new to the ACT, or is experiencing isolation or at risk of isolation for any reason, who has an interest in woodcraft, can arrange travel to Kambah and who would benefit from a free membership, please contact [email protected] for more information.
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Seniors Social ClubCarers ACT has set up a new "Wise and Well' seniors social club for carers and non-carers alike (for 65+)!
Meet great people, have nice meals, learn new skills and enjoy great experiences at the group activities and excursions.
Activities include:
tie dyeing Poachers Pantry tour Lunch paper flowers craft grief and loss talk fire safety in the home talk learning how to use your iPhone and iPad – and much more!
Two sessions held every Thursday: mornings (10am-12pm) and afternoons (1pm-3pm). Come to one or both! $5 per session (lunches and excursions a bit more).
Phone 6296 9900 for more info or email [email protected]
Training and Education
Lifeline Mental Health First Aid Training
This two-day course teaches adults how to assist other adults who are experiencing a mental health crisis or developing a mental health problem. Courses run from 9am - 4.30pm each day.
It discusses mental health issues such as depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis and substance use disorders as well as some of the potential crises that may arise including suicidal ideation, panic attacks, severe psychotic states and intoxication.
When: 11th – 12th April or 12th – 13th June
Course overview: More information on the course content can be found at www.mhfa.com.au
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Learning outcomes
Mental Health First Aid course teaches people (18 years and over) how to offer initial support to adults who are developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis, until appropriate professional help is received, or the crisis resolves. The course curriculum is evidence-based.
Course participants learn about the signs and symptoms of the common and disabling mental health problems, how to provide initial help, where and how to get professional help, what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective, and how to provide first aid in a crisis situation.
Location: 71 Northbourne Avenue in Civic, Level 1Cost: $400 inc GST per person ($350 inc GST for charities/community organisations and pension card holders).
For further information on this course or to download a registration form, please visit our website or contact the Lifeline Canberra training team.
Web: LifelineEmail: [email protected]
Lifeline Canberra Mental Health First Aid for the Suicidal PersonThis four-hour (4hr) Mental Health First Aid for the Suicidal Person course is for any interested adult who wants to learn the skills and acquire the knowledge required to safely have a conversation with a suicidal person.
2019 dates:
April 1st
July 2nd
Oct 24th
Evaluations consistently show that MHFA training is associated with improved knowledge of mental illnesses, their treatments and appropriate first aid strategies, and confidence in providing first aid to individuals with mental illness. It is also associated with decreased stigma and an increase in help provided over time.
At the completion of the course you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to safely have a conversation with a suicidal person.
Identify warning signs for suicide Have a conversation with someone experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours
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Confidently support a person in crisis
*This is not a postvention course and is not recommended for individuals recently bereaved by suicide. The MHFA for the Suicidal Person course is not a therapy or a support group and it is important that people undertaking the course are feeling relatively robust when they undertake it.
Location: Lifeline Canberra training room, located on Level 1, 71 Northbourne Avenue in Civic.Time: 9am to 1pmCost: $200 inc GST per person ($150 inc GST for charities/community organisations and pension card holders).
For further information on this course or to download a registration form, please visit our website or contact the Lifeline Canberra training team.
Web: Lifeline Email: [email protected]
Neighbourhood Disputes Legal Information SessionWe are now running free legal information sessions with the Environmental Defenders Officer (ACT) on neighbourhood disputes. This session is targeted directly at people experiencing a dispute with a neighbour.
This session will cover:
Who should pay to repair a fence or build a new one How to resolve a fencing dispute When a neighbour might be trespassing Nuisance Overhanging branches Privacy How to resolve a dispute ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal process
To RSVP via the Eventbrite link at www.eventbrite.com.au/e/free-legal-information-neighbourhood-disputes-tickets-53377534643 or call the Helpline on 1300 654 314.
Dates: 2 April 2019 1pm-2pm, 7 May 2019 4-5pm, 4 June 2019 1-2pmLocation: Legal Aid ACT 2 Allsop Street Canberra CityCost: FREE
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Making The Most Of Your Health Dollar How can you save on medicines, immunisations and any health appointment? These topics and more will be discussed at a free talk offered by the Health Care Consumers’ Association.
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmDate: Thursday, 21 March 2019Location: Maitland House (right hand building in the old Hackett Primary School) 100 Maitland St, Hackett
Refreshments provided. Free and easy parking available. Bus stop (Action Bus 2) is 300 m away.
RSVP to the Health Care Consumers’ Association (HCCA) by Monday 18 March 2019 on ph: 6230 7800 or [email protected]. Part of the series: ‘Free Health Talks’.
Aboriginal Cultural Awareness TrainingWednesday 9 April 2019: 9.30am-4.30pm EventBrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aboriginal-cultural-awareness-training-tickets-53937782359?aff=enotices
This training program includes modules on cultural respect, effective communication, past policies and practices that have impacted upon Aboriginal people, and yarning circles on various topics.
Cost: $300 ACTCOSS Member / $330 Non-MemberLocation: 1/6 Gritten Street Weston, ACT 2611
Facilitated by Julie Moore from Koorimunication - koorimunication.com.au
Julie Moore is a proud member of the Wandandian people of the Yuin nation and is based in the Shoalhaven region on the NSW South Coast. Julie brings over 35 years’ experience in Indigenous affairs in both NSW State and Commonwealth Public Sectors with an emphasis on education and employment. Julie is the Principal of Koorimunication, a professional Indigenous owned and managed private consultancy established in 2008. It is Julie's long professional experience coupled with her Aboriginal community roots that forms the cornerstone of Koorimunication.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aboriginal-cultural-awareness-training-tickets-53937782359?aff=enotices
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Volunteering Opportunities
Emergency Flood Relief Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers interested in helping on a Thursday 9am to 1pm and the occasional Saturday for a couple of hours in our Emergency Food Relief program called The Little Pantry.
Location: Woden Community Service at Corinna Street.
If you are interested in helping this great volunteer run program that is helping the Woden Valley community, please call Jordan on 61473308 we would love to hear from you.
Pantry VolunteerCommunity Services #1 is a community-based profit-for-purpose organisation that manages and delivers a range of community programs, such as family support services, children’s services and aged care programs. We seek out passionate and motivated people whose beliefs align with our Vision, Mission and Values to join our agile, fun, responsive and connected Organisation.
The CS#1 Food Pantry is a small community food outlet for people with a genuine need or those who are on a limited income. It makes good food and quality household products affordable and accessible.
Pantry Volunteer details and requirements
Shifts available on Wednesdays and Thursdays (shifts on other days may become available in the future)
Opening hours are 10am to 4pm CS#1 is happy to place volunteers for full or part days You are required to hold an ACT Working with Vulnerable People card
You will be successful in the Pantry Volunteer role if you
are genuinely interested in working as part of a team that positively contributes to the Canberra community
are friendly, attentive and a good communicator understand food storage and quality control practices have experience in, or the ability to quickly learn, money handling procedures can work independently and as part of a team are willingness to attend Volunteer Information sessions as required
If this sounds like something you would love to do, apply now! Fill out the Volunteer Application Form and email to [email protected].
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For further information about the Pantry Volunteer role and vacancies please call Louise, Community Development Officer, on 02 6126 4710 and check out our Pantry Volunteer Duty Statement.
Connect and Participate Expo VolunteersAs you may be aware, the Office for Disability is organising the Connect and Participate (CAP) Expo again, which will be held on Saturday 4 May 2019. The CAP Expo team is seeking volunteers to assist on the day. Shift times are short and it’s a fun, interactive day packed full of performances, music, food and ‘come and try’ activities!
The following roles are available:
Area warden; MC/stage manager; Information desk assistant; Photographer; and Traffic warden.
The Expo will start at 11:00am and finish at 4:00pm. Shift times are as follows:
Shift 1: 10:00am-1:00pm Shift 2: 1:00pm-4:00pm
All volunteers will be sent an information pack with relevant policies.
Please contact Patrick Connor at [email protected] or on (02) 6205 4816 to nominate your preferred role and shift times.
Volunteering and Contact ACT Volunteering and Contact ACT (VCA) is the peak body for volunteering and community information services in the Canberra Region. VCA provide a diverse range of services to individuals and organisations including information on community events, Volunteering roles and upcoming events and training
For more Volunteering Opportunities, contact VCA or visit their website www.volunteeringact.org.au/#/
Shopfront: Griffin Centre, 20 Genge Street, Canberra 2601. 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.Call: 02 6248 7988Email: [email protected]
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YMCA Space Squad VolunteersIs your PASSION Space, Science, Maths and/or Technology?
Do you love sharing your PASSION with others?
Apply now to become a Volunteer on our Space Squad program’s this year.
YMCA Canberra Space Squad is a 5 Day/4 Night residential STEM-based adventure of a lifetime for School Students in Years 6-9 from across Australia. Camps are based at YMCA Canberra Bush Capital Lodge, O’Connor.
As a volunteer, you will be using your knowledge to guide our Cadets through many exciting activities that we have lined up including Rocket Launching, Flying Drones, Robotics and Astronomy.
Program Dates for 2019
14th-18th April8th - 12th July30th Sept - 4th Oct
COST & INCLUSIONS: Volunteering at Space Squad doesn't cost you anything!
In return for your fabulous services, we offer you the following:
All meals and accommodation during Space Squad All transport during Space Squad Exclusive YMCA Canberra Space Squad t-shirt, hoodie and cap!
TO QUALIFY YOU NEED TO:
Be over 18 years of age Have an ACT Working with Vulnerable People card or equivalent in your home state Submit your application no later than 2 weeks prior to program you wish to attend.
HOW TO APPLY? Email [email protected] for more information.
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Information and Assistance
Community Facility for hire - Gungaderra Homestead
Located in the Gungahlin area, the newly renovated Gungaderra Homestead is available for the community to hire for functions, events and ongoing community activities.
The large light-filled hall has a 70-person capacity and is perfect for workshops, dance classes and large seated groups. The venue also features three separate meeting rooms, a modern and well-equipped kitchen, bathroom facilities and allocated car parking.
The home is surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens. The large established trees provide shady spots for outdoor birthday parties and picnic style celebrations.
Photo gallery available on CHC's website.
To find out more about hiring this beautiful heritage listed property, please contact Mataina at CHC (02) 6248 7716 or [email protected]
Is Gambling Harming You or Someone You Know?
Gambling harm involves more than financial losses. Gambling harm can hurt families, relationships, work and health and wellbeing.
Sadly, the stigma associated with gambling means that people and families are often too embarrassed and ashamed to seek help.
The ACT Gambling Counselling and Support Service is a free service available to anyone in the community harmed by gambling. The service provides:
Gambling counselling – (face-to-face, telephone and online) Call: 1800 858 858 Financial counselling Call: 1800 007 007
The ACT Gambling Counselling and Support Service is managed by Relationships Australia Canberra & Region in partnership with Care Inc. For further information contact Justine on 02 6122 7170 or email [email protected]
For more information for professionals working with people impacted by gambling visit the Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/concerned-about-someone/assistance-for-professionals/
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LGBTI AWARENESS TRAINING for the AGED CARE SECTOR
Workshop scheduled for Tuesday, 19th March 2019
The AIDS Action Council of the ACT in partnership with the National LGBTI Health Alliance is delivering a workshop for the aged care sector, to gain a better understanding of the needs of the older lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community members.
This workshop will be relevant for all aged care sector workers and organisations providing aged care services especially those working towards meeting the new Australian Government Quality Aged Care Standards.
The SILVER RAINBOW LGBTI AWARENESS TRAINING for the AGED CARE SECTOR aligns directly with Standard 1.
Does your organisation show that it provides services that are culturally safe and inclusive, for everyone, including LGBTI people?
The training session will define the LGBTI communities, explore the ageing experience for LGBTI elders and examine the importance of providing inclusive person-directed care.
The workshop is an interactive and participative session that provides practical tips and resources for staff to implement immediately, as well as advocating for policy and organisational change and developing strategies to make workplaces more inclusive.
A small group of up to 15 participants for this informative and educational workshop.
Details:Date: Tuesday, 19th March 2019Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm - Workshop duration will be a half-day.Cost: $10 per participant
Morning Tea provided.
To express an interest in the workshop and for further details please email [email protected] (or call 6257 2855).
Mailing List and Future Articles
Please let us know if you want to be added to our Newsletter mailing list (email or postal), or if you have an article you would like included in future editions, by emailing [email protected] , calling 62072258 or by post to The Office for Seniors and Veterans, GPO Box 158, CANBERRA ACT 2601.
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