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OUT ’N’ ABOUTOctober to December 2018

Nedlands Community Care

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Nedlands Community Care - Social Support Calendar

Social support activities include Out ’n’ About trips, dinner club, Friday Social Events, Take-off Tuesdays, book clubs, computer classes and more.

Being part of the social community plays an important part in maintaining a sense of individual wellbeing.

You need to be assessed for eligibility and be a resident of the City of Nedlands or surrounding areas and a client of NCC to access these activities.

A supportive group of volunteers also provide assistance with transport to medical appointments, visits to the shops and library and one to one social visits. If you know someone who would like to

join the social support program but is not a client of NCC, please ask them to contact the friendly staff at Nedlands Community Care for further information.

We often have a waiting list for these events so if you need to cancel, please provide us with as much notice as possible so we can arrange for someone else to take your place.

In some instances, last-minute cancellations may incur a cancellation fee. If this fee is applicable, it will be outlined specifically for each outing.

Times of events are approximate and vary according to the distance the driver has to go to pick up clients. We will call you before the event to confirm your attendance and again a day or two before with your pick-up time.

What about payment?

Payment can generally be made on the day of the event. Please try to have the exact money as we may not have change available, please note that transport fees are $8 per trip and lunch is usually at your own expense.

Should I bring anything?

You may wish to bring a bottle of water and a cushion for your comfort, especially on a long drive. Please let us know if you have any special needs so we can make suitable arrangements. Special needs could be dietary requirements, a walking frame etc.

Information

Please book early to avoid disappointment, we often have to book and organise catering and some outings fill up quickly.

What about the weather?In summer, we suggest you bring a bottle of water and wear light clothing, sun screen is also advisable. In winter, it is a good precaution to carry a small umbrella and a jacket or warm jumper.jaPlease note, on occasion, we may have to cancel an outing due to bad weather conditons.

OUT ‘N’ ABOUT October to December 2018

Out ’n’ About Calendar October

Wednesday 3 October 10.00 am – 2.30 pm (times are approximate)

Cost:$15 includes transport, morning tea and lunch.

A story based on extraordinary true events. In 1947, Seretse Khama, the King of Botswana, met Ruth Williams, a London office worker. They were a perfect match, yet their proposed marriage was challenged not only by their families but by the British and South African governments.

A United Kingdom

Movies at the old Village Cinema

Enjoy a leisurely walk and explore the beautiful parks around Perth with friends.

Cost: $8 transport.

Chair Pilates for everyone on Friday mornings!

Seated Zumba Gold Wednesday mornings Wednesday 10 October 10.45 am – 11.30 am

Friday 5 October 10.00 am – 11.00 am Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone. Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea

Cost:$10 includes transport and morning tea.

A Walk in the Park

Thursday 4 October12.30 pm – 3.30 pm (times are approximate)

Move to the beat and get your blood pumping!

October continued.......

Get Crafty with Sally!Thursday 11 October 10.00 am – 11.00 am Paint your own shopping bag or make one for a friend. Great Christmas gifts and easy to make! Use one of our designs or bring your own.

Movie and Pizza Club at Waratah Ave

Australian Drama - another stolen generation Oranges and SunshineMonday 15 October from 10.00 am

Until the early 1970s, thousands of British children, many orphans, others taken by social workers from broken homes were packed onto ships bound for Australia. Promised "oranges and sunshine," many instead endured abuse in workhouses as virtual slaves.

Cost: NCC members and Affinity Club members $7.00. Transport $8 available for NCC members. Pizza is included.Please call NCC for more information on 93866170.

Thursday 11 October12.30 pm – 3.30 pm (times are approximate)

Scenic Drive

Cost:$8 transport Afternoon tea: At own expense.

Please note: This is a movie with confronting issues.

Chair Pilates for Everyone!

Cost: $15 includes transport, paint, bag and morning tea.

Friday 12 October 10.00 am – 11.00 am Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone. Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea

Discussion Group

Enjoy a leisurely drive in our comfortable bus, stopping for afternoon tea along the way.

Senior Indian Social ClubMonday 22 October

A meeting place for members of the Indian community to socialise with others, perhaps enjoy a cup of chai or a game of carrom? You choose!

Cost: $10 includes transport.

October continued.......



Thursday 18 October12.30 pm – 3.30 pm

A Walk in the Park

Cost: $8 transport.

Tuesday 16 October9.30 pm – 3.30 pm Get to the shops before the crowds for some early Christmas shopping! Bring a list and look for bargains.

Christmas Shopping

Cost: $8 transport. Lunch: At own expense.

Seated Zumba Gold - Wednesday morningsWednesday 17 and 24 October 10.45 am – 11.30 am Move to the beat and get your blood pumping!

Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea.

Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone. Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea.

Enjoy a leisurely afternoon walk and explore the beautiful parks around Perth with friends.

Friday 19 October 10.00 am – 11.00 am

1.30 pm – 3.00 pm

October Continued....

Cost: $25 includes morning tea, transport and lunch.

Friday 26 October, 11.00 am - 2.30 pm (times are approximate).

Friday Social Event - BBQ and Quiz

Get to the shops before the crowds for some early Christmas shopping! Get your shopping lists ready!

Christmas Shopping

Cost: $8 transport. Lunch: At own expense.


Craft for a Cause

We will provide the authorised pattern and instructions. Please call NCC for more information.Cost: Transport is available $8.

Monday 29 October 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm.

Red Cross Trauma Teddies

Friday 26 October, 10.00 am – 11.00 am.

Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone. Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea.

Thursday 25 October9.30 am – 3.00 pm (times are approximate).

Feeling a bit crafty? Like to knit? Have a chat and make a difference? Join this happy social group making these special teddies for children in need.

Perfect barbeque weather! Join us for our monthly Friday social quiz and BBQ!.

Seated Zumba Gold on Wednesday mornings Wednesday October 10.45 am – 11.30 am

$10 includes transport and morning tea


November

Scenic Drive and afternoon tea Thursday 1 November 12.30 pm - 3.30 pm (times are approximate) Enjoy a drive along the coast on our comfortable bus, stopping for afternoon tea along the way. A perfect way to spend an afternoon! Cost: Transport $8. Afternoon tea at own expense.

Take off Tuesday Tuesday 30 October 9.30 am – 2.30 pmBBQ at Sunset Heritage Park

Get Crafty with Sally!Thursday 1 November 10.00 am – 11.30 am


First established in 1904, Sunset was built to house men who were former farmers, gold prospectors or convicts and unable to support themselves in their old age.Now preserved as a Heritage Precinct, this fantastic site has a great area to enjoy a BBQ!

Seats are limited so book early!

Cost: $20 includes lunch.

Cost: $15 includes transport, paint, bag and morning tea.

Friday 2 November 10.00 am – 11.00 am Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone.Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea.

October continued.....

Paint your own shopping bag or make one for a friend. Great Xmas gifts and easy to make!

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Rectangle


November continued.....

Originally a Broadway musical, this movie is loosely based on the story of The Supremes and their rise to fame. In this story three girls form a trio called the Dreamettes, when they are spotted during a talent show their lives change dramatically!

Cost: $15 includes transport, morning tea and lunch.

Wednesday 7 November

Dreamgirls

9.30 am – 2.30 pm

Movies at the old Village Cinema

(times are approximate)

The Race, music by Peter Delle Coste and faboulous lunch! Hurry, limited seats, first come first in!

Melbourne Cup at Harold HawthorneTuesday 6 November9.00 am – 2.30 pm (times are approximate).


Thursday 8 November12.30 pm – 3.30 pm Enjoy a leisurely walk and explore the beautiful parks around Perth with friends.

A Walk in the Park

Cost: $8 transport.

Friday 9 November 10.00 am – 11.00 am Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone.Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea.

Thursday 15 November 10.00 am – 11.00 am

Great Xmas gifts and easy to make! Use one of our designs or bring your own.Paint your own shopping bag or make one for a friend, a personal gift for Christmas! Call NCC for more details on 9386 6170.Cost: $15 includes transport, paint, bag and morning tea.


November continued...

Trama Teddies are carried by our emergency services to comfort children who have been involved in traumatic incidents.

Monday 12 November - from 1.30pm

KNITTING FOR A CAUSE

Come along to CuppaCraft and enjoy a social afternoon tea while knitting an easy teddy (or ask one of the staff for a pattern to knit at home). For more information please call NCC 9386 6170.

Movie and Pizza Club at Waratah Ave

Australian Drama - TracksBased on an incredible true story Monday 12 November from 10.00 am

Cost: NCC members and Affinity Club members $7.00. Please call NCC for more information on 93866170. Transport $8 available for NCC members.

Accompanied only by her faithful dog and four camels, an Australian girl satisfies her craving for solitude by embarking on a solo trip across the desert from Alice Springs to the Indian Ocean..

Trauma Teddies for the Red Cross

Discussion Group

Seated Zumba Gold on Wednesday mornings Wednesday 14 November 10.45 am – 11.30 am


Get Crafty with Sally!




Cost: $25 includes morning tea, transport and lunch.

Friday 16 November11.00am - 2.30pm (times are approximate)

Friday Social Event - BBQ

Tuesday 20 November9.30 am – 3.30 pm

Christmas Shopping

Cost: $8 transport Lunch: At own expense.

A Walk in the Park Thursday 22 November 12.30 pm – 3.30 pm

Cost: $8 transport.

Enjoy a leisurely walk and explore the beautiful parks around Perth with friends.

Let's visit some of the big shopping centres before the Christmas crowds, for some early shopping! Bring your shopping lists and find some bargains!

Chair Pilates for Everyone!Friday 16 November 10.00 am – 11.00 am Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone.Cost: $10 includes transport and morning tea.

Join us for our monthly Friday social and enjoy a barbeque lunch.


Chair Pilates for Everyone!Friday 23 and 30 November 10.00 am - 11.00 am


Take off Tuesday Tuesday 27 November 9.30 am – 2.30 pm (approximate time) The Vault

Thursday 29 November9.00 am – 2.30 pm.

Christmas Shopping for Confident Walkers

Cost:$8 transport Lunch: At own expense.

Gentle seated exercises to suit everyone. Call NCC for details 9386 6170.

Senior Indian Social Club

A meeting place for members of the Indian community to socialise with others over a cup of chai or a game of carrom!


Brand new superstore DFO at Perth Airport

Lots of stores and plenty of walking to find your way around this huge new shopping experience!

Monday 26 November 1.30pm - 3.00pm

This interesting cafe had a previous lifeas a bank! Now serving hearty food, full of flavour in beautiful Kalamunda!



Cost:$8 transport. Lunch: At own expense.

December

In 1843 London, author Charles Dickens finds himself in financial trouble after writing three unsuccessful novels in a row. Desperate for a hit, Dickens relies on real-life inspiration and his vivid imagination to bring Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and other classic characters to life, forever changing the holiday season into the celebration known today.

Cost: $15 includes transport, morning tea and lunch.

Wednesday 5 December

The Man Who Invented ChristmasMovies at the old Village Cinema

9.30 am – 2.30 pm (times are approximate).

Our last event of the year! Don't miss this chance to catch up with everyone and enjoy a fabulous Christmas lunch at NCC. Santa will be arriving to give out gifts and the Waratah Singers will be here to finish the year on a high note!

Cost: $25 includes transport, morning tea and fabulous Christmas lunch.

Wednesday 19 DecemberNCC Christmas Party!

(times are approximate) 9.30 am – 2.30 pm

Tuesday 11 December9.30 am – 3.30 pm (times are approximate).Last chance Christmas shopping! Just 14 days to go... have you found that special something for that special someone yet?

Christmas Shopping

Cost: $8 transport Afternoon tea: At own expense.

Do you love to read?

Read the book of the month, share your views and discuss the selection in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Book Club members must provide their own transport. Cost is $5 per month and this must be paid monthly, even if not attending as this pays for the book club hire.

Waratah Book Club

This book club meets at the Waratah Centre on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm. Currently, this book club currently has vacancies available.

Please contact Julie at NCC on 9386 6170 if you would like more information.

Dates for Waratah Book Club

Wednesday 24 OctoberWednesday 28 November No book Club December

Book clubs

Mt. Claremont Book Club

This book club meets in the recreation room at Lisle Lodge on the fourth Thursday of each month from 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm. Please contact Julie NCC on 9386 6170 for more information.

Dates for Mt. Claremont Book Club

Thursday 25 OctoberThursday 29 November No Book Club December


A social get-together at a local restaurant each month, for great food and conversation. A volunteer leader will join you to take care of payment details and other logistics........................................................................

The group meets at a different restaurant each month at 6.30pm, please note you must provide your own transportation. The facilitator will let you know the week before, which restaurant we will be visiting.

If you would like to join this group, please call Julie on 9386 6170.

DATES FOR DINNER CLUB:

Thursday 18 October Thursday 15 November No Dinner Club December

Waratah Dinner Club

Do you have any suggestions for outings or activities? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Please call Julie atNedlands Community Care on 9386 6170

Contact the NCC office if you have any queries about any of the events in this booklet.

The friendly staff at Nedlands Community Care will be happy to help you with any

queries you may have.

Still unsure about something?

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OUT ’N’ ABOUT - nedlands.wa.gov.au and About... · Chair Pilates for everyone on Friday mornings! Seated Zumba Gold Wednesday mornings. Wednesday 10 October 10.45 am – 11.30