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NEWSLETTER January 2017
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Balwyn Evergreen Centre
45 Talbot Ave, Balwyn Victoria, 3103 Ph: (03) 9836 9681 Fax: (03) 9836 8259
[email protected] www.balwynevergreen.org.au
Promoting an inclusive community, treating clients, carers & families and
Activity Day and Time Christmas Finish and Start Dates
Art Group Wednesday and Fridays 10am – 3pm
Finish: Week beginning 12th December Start: Week beginning 9th Janu-ary
Wednesday Lunch and Concert
Wednesday 12pm – 3pm Finish: Wednesday 14th Decem-ber Start: Wednesday 11th January
Craft Group Monday 1pm – 3pm Finish: Monday 12th December Start: Monday 9th January
Tuesday Ramblers Tuesday 10am – 3pm Finish: Tuesday 13th December Start: Tuesday 10th January
Thursday Tourists Thursday 10am – 3pm Finish: Thursday 15th December Start: Thursday 12th January
Balwyn Blokes Thursday 10am – 3pm every fortnight
Finish: Thursday 15th December Start: Thursday 12th January
Podiatry Fridays 9:30am – 3:30pm Finish: Friday 16th December Start: Friday 13th January
Hairdressing Wednesdays 9:30am – 3:30pm every six weeks
Finish: Wednesday 21st
December Start: Wednesday 1st February
Zumba Mondays 9:15am – 10:15am Finish: Monday 12th December Start: Monday 9th January
Exercise to Music Mondays 10:30am – 11:30am Finish: Monday 12th December Start: Monday 16th January
Strength and Balance
Mondays 11:45am – 12:45pm
Finish: Week beginning 12th December Start: Week beginning 9th January
Falls Prevention Tuesday 12.00pm-1.00 pm Finish: Tuesday 6th December Start: Tuesday 17th January 2017
Strength Exercises Tuesday 10:45am – 11:45am 1:45pm - 2:45pm Wednesday 10:15am – 11:15am
Finish: Week beginning 12th December Start: Tuesday 10th January & Wednesday 11th January 2017
Men’s Exercise Group
Tuesday 9:30am – 10:30am Thursday 9:30am – 10:30am
Finish: Week beginning 12th December Start: Week beginning 9th Janu-ary
Tai Chi Friday 10:00am – 11:00am Finish: Friday 16th December Start: Friday 13th January
Gentle Exercise Group
Friday 11:00am – 12:00pm Finish: Friday 16th December Start: Friday 13th January
Card Group Mondays 1:00pm – 4:00pm Finish: Monday 12th December Start: Monday 9th January
Thursday PAG Thursdays 10:30am – 3:00pm Finish: Thursday 8th December Start: Thursday 12th January
Friday PAG Friday 10:30am – 3:00pm Finish: Friday 16th December Start: Friday 13th January
Welcome back and Happy New Year!
We hope everyone enjoyed the holi-
day break and that you are all ready
for the new year!
Make sure you check the timetable
when activities start again for the new
year or call us on 9836 9681 if you
have any questions.
EVENTS January 2017
Active Living Program
On Thursday & Friday from 10.30AM to
3.00PM, we run an ‘Active Living Program’.
This program, funded by the Department of
Health, is for frailer members of the
community.
There are varied and interesting activities
offered, it includes an exercise component,
morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. The
afternoon could include music, guest speaker,
art or craft, word games and much more.
If you are interested or know of someone who
might like to come please ring Brenda on
9836 9681
Exercises
Exercise is an integral part of the programs at
Balwyn Evergreen. Each class has a different
feel, our instructors support and encourage
each participant to achieve and satisfy their
needs and goals. Our ability to provide classes
where people of all abilities feel comfortable
exercising together is unique.
After each class we encourage all to stay and
enjoy refreshments together in a social and
friendly environment.
To Book, Call 836 9681
Every Friday we have a Podiatrist available at
Balwyn Evergreen Centre. To make a booking
please call the office on 9836 9681
Cost is $45.00 for Evergreen members or $60.00
a session for a non-member. There is a $20.00
fee for failure to notify us if you have to cancel
an appointment.
Evergreen Podiatry
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Make sure to check on the Balwyn Evergreen
website to keep up with monthly outings and
Active Living Programs.
All of our programs, services and outings are
under the ‘Programs and Services’ tab.
Let us know what else you would like to see
on the website.
https://balwynevergreen.org.au/
Website
Yearly subscriptions $35.00 per annum
Your membership provides you with cheap-
er exercise classes on your second visit
with the third visit free (Must be all within
the same week).
Reduced podiatry, free cards, craft, fashion
and fabric, walking group, OMNI. Pay now
for a membership that lasts up to December
2017. Please pay at the office.
Understand Technology Want to know how to use your mobile phone
more effectively, understand how to operate
your IPad or tablet. Learn about online
banking? Skype your loved ones overseas?
EBay? Our tutors speak English and Mandarin.
Session run on a Thursday or Friday from
10.30am—12.00pm.
Cost per session $25.00
Please ring for bookings on 9836 9681
EVENTS January 2017
Every Wednesday there is a community
lunch at Balwyn Evergreen Centre.
Numbers of attendees range between 30 to
50. We have special lunches or BBQ’s during
the year as well.
There is a concert in the afternoon followed
by afternoon tea.
If that doesn’t appeal you can come in for
an exercise session and morning tea.
We have art groups running in the
afternoon as well!
Lots to do on Wednesday!
For more information,
ring Brenda on 9836 9681
CRAFT
A friendly Craft group who meet every Monday
afternoon to talk, knit, crochet and more.
1.00pm—3.00pm, Cost—$3.00
Cards / Canasta
Every Monday Afternoon at 1.00PM—
4.00PM
Cost: $2.50 (FREE for MEMBERS)
Call Balwyn Evergreen Centre Office to
book on 9836 9681
Need help to get to and from the
Supermarket?
A shopping bus runs on Monday with
pickups starting at 9.00am. You will be
taken to Balwyn Woolworths to do
your shopping before being collected
and taken home. The cost is $10.00
and you need to speak to Brenda on
9836 9681 to see if you are eligible for
this service.
Shopping Bus
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FREE MONTHLY HEARING TESTS
Audiologist Michael Wong will be available to
provide free hearing tests and information about
hearing health.
If you already have hearing
aids, please feel free to bring
them with you for a free
maintenance check, clean
and battery replacement.
Cost: FREE, but bookings
are required. Please ring
the office on 9836 9681.
The test will occur on the
15th December this month
Community Lunch
OUTINGS January 2017
If you are interested in going on any of the Bus trips for the first time you will need to speak to Brenda on
9836 9681
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Date Outings: 10.00am start unless specified
10th Jan
Transport
$15.00
Senior Meal
$16.00
Total $31.00
CAROLINE SPRINGS: West Waters
Enjoy a scrumptious meal indoor or out,
whilst taking in the views of Lake
Caroline at the award winning bistro at
this trendy hotel and entertainment
complex.
17th Jan
Transport
$15.00
Senior meal
$20.00
Total: $35.00
LAUNCHING PLACE: The Home
Hotel
Located on the Warburton rail trail and
opposite the Yarra River, this historic
two storey Edwardian hotel offers a
traditional "Country Pub" experience
with a great menu and relaxed family
atmosphere.
24th Jan
Transport
$15.00
Meal own
choice
ESSENDON AIRPORT: La Manna
Direct Food Store & Café
LaManna Supermarket prides itself on
providing its customers with old
fashioned customer service – as it
comes from the heart. From a small
town beginning in Italy, the LaManna
family travelled to Australia to start a
new life in Melbourne. Arriving at
Essendon Airport with ambitions to start
a small fruit shop, the story of LaManna
in Melbourne begins and – as fate
would have it, ends up only metres
away from the same airport hanger
where they arrived. Lunch on site in
café.
31st Jan
Transport
$15.00
Senior meal
$16.00 2
course
Total $31.00
MORNINGTON: Mornington On Tanti
Enjoy a lovely day out on Morning
Peninsula and have breathtaking views
of the bay before stopping for a
delicious lunch at Mornington on Tanti .
Date Outings: 10.00am start unless specified
12th January
Transport
$15.00
Choose own
meal
EYNESBURY: Eynesbury Homestead
Combining the elegance of the 1870′s with
all the modern comforts of this century, the
Eynesbury Homestead Restaurant is a
wonderful place in which to gather, eat and
enjoy. This magnificent bluestone property
was built in the 1870’s by Samuel Staugh-
ton. It was constructed in two phases:
Firstly a double-storey bluestone resi-
dence designed in the Georgian style,
which remains today as the central section
of the building; and secondly the extension
wings built in 1885 to include the dining,
service and billiard rooms.
19th January
Transport
$15.00
Choose own
meal
ELTHAM: Montsalvat/Boulevard Restau-
rant
Montsalvat is Australia’s oldest artists’ com-
munity. Set amid unique grounds and build-
ings, it’s a place where art is made, taught,
exhibited, performed and celebrated.
Founded by Justus Jörgensen in 1934,
Montsalvat, throughout its long and produc-
tive history, has nurtured the creation of art.
Visit the lovely tranquil grounds, lunch will
be on site at the award winning Boulevard
Restaurant.
26th January NO OUTING DUE TO AUSTRALIA
DAY
BALWYN BLOKES January 2017
The Studio offers an inclusive bright social space for people of all ages and abilities. You can work
on your own art or develop new skills in many of the artistic mediums on hand including; drawing;
painting; sculpture; photography and others. Materials are provided at an affordable cost. Each
session is guided by an Artist with a background in fine arts.
Class Times
Wednesday: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Friday:10.00am – 3.00pm
Contact Brenda Dennis at 9836 9681 or
ART WORKSHOP
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Thursday, 26th January
NO OUTING DUE TO AUSTRALIA DAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY
CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED
Thursday, 12th January MORNINGTON GOLF CLUB
We’ll take a drive down to the Mornington Peninsula for a relaxing lunch at the Bayview Restaurant at
the Mornington Golf Club, enjoying the breathtaking views towards
Port Phillip Bay over the lush green golf course.
Transport $15.00 2 course Senior meal $22.50 Total $35.50
INTERESTED? CALL 9836 9681 Balwyn Blokes is a group for retired men who would like to get out with other socially-minded
“blokes”, see some of Melbourne & enjoy a meal together. We go out fortnightly on Thursdays
to different venues, hotels and clubs around Melbourne.
The group is led by Bo . Transport is provided. To book ring 9836 9681
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Balwyn Historical Society
Venue: Balwyn Evergreen Centre
45 Talbot Avenue, Balwyn, 3103
Topic: Early Films from the Salvation Army
Limelight Department
Speaker: Chris Long
Chris Long will continue his fascinating series of
talks on film history. The Salvation Army
Limelight Department made over 200 films in
the period 19897—1900.
Supper served - gold coin donation
appreciated.
Enquiries and visitor bookings: Bill Pritchard
9857-8001
Bric a Brac Cabinet
I know many of you enjoy a look through the
bric a brac cabinet and have got some great
bargains.
If you have any good quality bric a brac that
you would like to donate please contact us on
9836 9681 or drop off at the Centre.
Save your precious
memories by converting
your old VHS tapes into
DVDs.
Converting your tapes to DVD’s
ensures protection of your recorded
memories from the VHS video from
fading or the tape breaking over
time.
Bring in your tapes and we can copy
it to DVD and also, as an extra, a
copy of the digital file onto a USB
stick.
Please enquire at Reception or
contact Brenda on 9836 9681
A fee applies for this service.
NEWS January 2017
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Falls Prevention Class
for 2017!
Helps to prevent falls and related injuries.
New classes for Falls Prevention is starting on January 17th 2017 at
12:00pm. Please call reception on 9836 9681 if
you’re interested in joining.
Balwyn Evergreen Christmas Party
2016
We had a lovely day with great food, fantastic
company and wonderful entertainment.
We would like to congratulate the following
people for winning the raffle:
4th Prize Lorraine Simpson
3rd Prize: Carol Anne Barrie
2ns Prize: Pamela Clarke
1st Prize: Beryl Mainon
IMPORTANT DATES January 2017
Weekly Activities & Concerts
January 2017 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9.00AM
Shopping Bus
9.00AM—
1.00PM
Bridge
10.00AM—3.00PM
Hairdressing (2nd
Wednesday of the
Month)
9.30AM
Men’s Exercise
Group
9.00AM-
1.00PM
Podiatry
9.15AM
Zumba Gold
9.30AM
Men’s Exercise
Group
10.15AM
Strength Exercise
Class
10.00AM
Walking Group
10.00AM
Tai Chi for
Balance
10.30AM
Exercise to
Music
10.00AM
Tuesday
Ramblers Bus Trip
12.00PM
Evergreen Club Lunch
10.30AM
Thursday Tourists
Bus Trip
10.00AM—
3.00PM
Arts Workshop
11.45AM
Falls
Prevention
10.45AM
Strength Exercise
Class
12.00PM—3.00PM
Art Workshop
10.30AM
Active Living
Program
10.30AM
Active Living
Program
1.00PM
Craft/Art
12.00PM
Falls Prevention
Class
10.30AM
Balwyn Blokes
Outing (Fortnightly)
11.00AM
Gentle Exercise
Group
1.30PM
Evergreen Club
Concert
1.00PM
Card Games
1.45PM
Strength Exercise
Class
10.30AM-12.30PM
OM:NI (Fortnightly)
2.00PM
Falls Prevention
Class
Companion Animal Volunteer Support For many people pets are the most important companion in their lives however illness, disability or frailty can make caring for pets too difficult to manage alone. By putting a Volunteer with a Client the animal gets the care and exercise it needs and its owner continues to enjoy the love and companionship a pet can offer. Companion Animal Volunteer Support (CAVS) program was established in 1999 to help residents of Boroondara who may have disabilities, be frail and/or older people, to care for their companion animals at home. This program is funded by the Department of Health (DH) through their Home and Community Care (HACC) program and must meet their all their standards. It is a free service to those who are eligible for HACC services but you must be a current member of Balwyn Evergreen to apply for the service. The current membership is $35.00 per annum. Volunteers help people keep their animal with them and stay in their home for longer. They are a vital link to the success of the program. Contact 9836 9681 if you would like to apply for the program.
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EVERGREEN CONCERTS
11th January Michael Read
18th January Ron Mayne
25th January To Be Advised
Concert starts at 1.30PM on
Wednesday—45 Talbot Ave, Balwyn
(Balwyn Evergreen Centre)
Ring 9836 9681 if interested
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