Seaford >> Frankston >> Langwarrin >> Karingal >> Skye >> Frankston South >> Frankston North >> Carrum Downs >> Langwarrin South >> Sandhurst Welcome to the November/December edition of the Positive Ageing Together newsletter! Seniors Festival has come and gone, with over 100 activities across the Frankston region! The Positive Ageing Team would like to extend a big THANK YOU to all the Seniors Clubs, Community Groups and organisations that offered activities within the festival. Without your input, the festival would not be nearly as successful. To any club, group or organisation that would like to be involved in the 2017 festival, please give Carly a call to find out how. We would also like to recognise and thank our fabulous volunteers who generously donate their time to ensure events run smoothly. We also want to thank our major sponsors; the Victorian Government and Sai Home and Community Care, as well as our single event sponsors, Stockland Retirement Living for making Seniors Festival a possibility. The Positive Ageing Team has been busy putting together another jam packed newsletter with activities to keep you busy over November and December. We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas, and we hope to see you all throughout the New Year! We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas, and we hope to see you all throughout the New Year! Kind regards, Carly (9784 1046) Positive Ageing Together Newsletter November/December 2016 Inside this edition Memory Loss and Dementia 02 03 Agestong Classes in Langwarrin 02 Christmas Concert!!
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Welcome to the November/December edition of the Positive Ageing Together
newsletter!
Seniors Festival has come and gone, with over 100
activities across the Frankston region!
The Positive Ageing Team would like to extend a big
THANK YOU to all the Seniors Clubs, Community
Groups and organisations that offered activities
within the festival. Without your input, the festival
would not be nearly as successful.
To any club, group or organisation that would like
to be involved in the 2017 festival, please give Carly
a call to find out how. We would also like to
recognise and thank our fabulous volunteers who
generously donate their time to ensure events run
smoothly.
We also want to thank our major sponsors; the
Victorian Government and Sai Home and
Community Care, as well as our single event
sponsors, Stockland Retirement Living for making
Seniors Festival a possibility. The Positive Ageing
Team has been busy putting together another jam
packed newsletter
with activities to
keep you busy over
November and
December.
We would like to
wish everyone a
happy and safe
Christmas, and we
hope to see you all
throughout the New Year!
We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe
Christmas, and we hope to see you all throughout
the New Year!
Kind regards, Carly (9784 1046)
Positive Ageing Together Newsletter November/December 2016
Inside this edition
Memory Loss and
Dementia 02 03 Agestong Classes in
Langwarrin 02
Christmas Concert!!
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NOVEMBER 2016
Barefoot Bowls Returns!
Barefoot Bowls is back! This great game that is suitable for all ages and requires no experience is a
fantastic way to socialise and feel the cool grass underfoot on a hot summer’s night. If you want to wear
shoes runners or flat soled are required. A sausage sizzle and raffle are included. Bowls are supplied.
When: Every Friday from 6pm
Where: City of Frankston Bowling Club, Cnr Yuille and Williams Streets, Frankston
Cost: $10 for adults, $2 for children
Bookings: Bookings not required. Group bookings contact Yvonne on 0418 348 264
or email [email protected]
Uniting Church Frankston's Annual Food Fair
The annual Uniting Church Frankston Food Fair is here again! This fabulous food bonanza provides the
opportunity to sample cuisines from all over the globe including Sri Lankan, Chinese, African, Italian,
French and Australian. A sausage sizzle, salad table and a dessert table will also be available. While you’re
there you can enjoy the craft stalls, competitions, live entertainment, cake stalls and the coffee cart.
When: Friday 18 November from 5.30pm – 8pm
Where: High Street Uniting Church, 16 – 18 High Street Frankston
Cost: Free entry
Enquiries: Graham, 9781 3092
Bring some Bonsai into your life
Club members and prospective new members are encouraged to head down to The Mornington Peninsula
Bonsai Society for their Annual General Meeting and Christmas breakup. Following this event, the club will
resume again on Wednesday 18 January 2017.
When: Wednesday 16 November from 7.30pm
Where: Moorooduc Hall, Cnr Derril and Benton’s Roads, Moorooduc
Cost: Free
Enquiries: Jill, 0407 361 989
Memory loss and Dementia, what’s next?
Come along to this session to gain a comprehensive understanding of Dementia via an education session
from Alzheimer Australia Vic. Gain some insight into what services are available to those experiencing
Dementia and their carers. There will be a chance to chat to local health professionals and to other
carers and view information tables. Morning tea is provided courtesy of Andrew Kerr.
When: Thursday 24 November from 10am – 12.30pm
Where: Hastings Community Hub, 1973 Frankston Flinders Road, Hastings
Cost: FREE
Bookings: Alfred Health Carer Services, 8781 3400
Age Strong Classes at Langwarrin Community Centre
Agestrong is a group strength and balance program that has been specifically developed for older people
by the Agestrong Network. Why not give it a go and experience the benefits of exercise!
When: Wednesdays and Friday mornings
Where: Langwarrin Community Centre, 2 Lang Road Langwarrin
Cost: $6 per session
Bookings: Langwarrin Community Centre, 9789 7653
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Frankston Christmas Festival of Lights 2016
Frankston will be turning on the lights for us all and the event is completely free. You can come along with
your family and create some lovely Christmas memories for the young and the young at heart.
When: Saturday 26 November from 5pm - 10pm
Where: Davey Street, Frankston
Cost: Free to attend, stalls, rides etc. at your own cost
Enquiries: Frankston City Council, 1300 322 322
DECEMBER 2016
Christmas Concert!
Frankston City Band will help you get in to the Christmas spirit at their Christmas Concert! Spread love and
peace to all while singing along to all your Christmas favorites. This activity is proudly supported by
Frankston City Councils, Positive Ageing Team.
When: Sunday 4 December from 2pm – 4.30pm
Where: Mechanics Institute, 1N Plowman Place Frankston
Cost: Gold coin donation
Bookings: Not required
Before going solar!
Come along and get free Independent, factual advice and explanations from Council’s energy efficiency
expert, to help choose the best solar power system for your needs.
When: Tuesday 6 December: Session One: 1.30pm – 3pm, Session Two: 6pm – 7.30pm
Where: Frankston Library, 60 Playne Street, Frankston
Cost: FREE
Booking: Bookings essential at www.frankston.vic.gov.au/environmentalevents or leave a phone
message at 9768 1628
Lyrebird Community Christmas Festival and Carols
Join in this affordable, family friendly event with activities such as face painting, rides, food stalls, music,
carols and fireworks! Stage entertainment will commence from 5pm, Carols from 8.30pm. BYO chairs
and/or rugs to enjoy the entertainment. NO smoking, alcohol or dogs permitted.
When: Sunday 18th December, 2016 from 5 pm til 9.45 pm. Carols Commence at 8.30 pm.
Where: Belvedere Reserve, East Road, Seaford
Cost: Gold coin donation
Enquiries: Lyrebird Community Centre, 9782 0133
Free City Life Christmas Day Lunch
Since 2002, City Life has run a free Christmas lunch for people in Frankston to give everyone the
opportunity to enjoy the festive season with others. Held on Christmas day, each of the guests receives a
treasured gift, are entertained and spoiled by the many volunteers and fed a lunch with all the trimmings.
This lunch attracts over 500 guests each year and is supported by Frankston City Council and the wider
Community. Transport can be arranged if required.
When: Sunday 25 December 2016 from 12noon to 2.30pm
Where: The lunch is held in one location – Frankston Arts Centre, 27 – 37 Davey Street Frankston
Cost: Free, entry by ticket available at a range of locations - call the enquiries number
Enquiries: City Life, 9770 0660
Volunteer opportunities available; please register your interest at www.citylife.net.au
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Exercise and flexibility for women over 50 years old
Increase flexibility, movement and confidence with these social exercise classes which are based on age
conscious belly dance movements which are designed to promote better balance and joint mobility.
When: Wednesdays from 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Where: Karingal Place Neighbourhood Centre, 103 Ashleigh Avenue, Frankston
Cost: $5
Bookings: Karingal Place Neighbourhood Centre, 8786 6650
SENIORS CLUBS AND GROUP NEWS Fun and Friendship at Frankston Probus Club
The Frankston Probus Club meets on the first Friday of each month at the Bowling Pavilion, Frankston
R.S.L. This welcoming club would like to invite men and women of retirement age to attend a meeting with
a view to becoming a regular member. Why not give it a go and see if you can find some fun and
friendship with people of a similar age. For more information contact
[email protected] or call Mary on 0418 568 234
Langwarrin Community Centre Senior Citizens
Langwarrin Community Centre Seniors Citizens have it all! Weekly meetings, outings, luncheons and trips!
Come on down and say hello to this welcoming group. Who knows you might want to join. The club meets
Wednesday afternoons from 12.45pm to 3.45pm. Call Linda or Jay on 5995 5281 for more details.
OTHER NEWS
Inquiry into Retirement Housing
Do you live in a retirement housing village, an independent living unit or a caravan park? Have you
experienced difficulties in understanding your contract or had an issue or a complaint that was hard to
resolve with the operator or manager? COTA Victoria wants to hear from you if you have not made a
submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry about your experience. Our Seniors Information Line takes many
calls on retirement housing issues. COTA wants to present as much evidence as possible to the Inquiry on
what issues you are experiencing and what solutions you would like to see. We will respect any request
for anonymity. Contact Donna Swan on [email protected] or call 9655 2139.
Need help to get to the shops?
If you don’t drive or are considering giving up driving Community Transport could help you get to the
shops! Council’s Community Transport service provides a safe, friendly and reliable service to both the
Karingal and Frankston Shopping Centre’s direct from your door. Wheelie walkers and shopping trolleys
(foldable) can be accommodated and the cost is only a gold coin donation.
For more information and to determine eligibility please contact Council’s Family Health Support
Services Intake Officers on 9784 1933.
Life Story Writing
The eight week course explores creative autobiographical writing and will set you on the journey of writing
about your life. Life Story Writing includes autobiography, memoir and family history. Writing your story
connects you to who you are and how you became the person you are.
When: Register your interest for this class to be held on Wednesday mornings
Where: Karingal Place Neighbourhood Centre 103 Ashleigh Ave, Frankston
Cost: $80 (8 weeks) Discount applies for Neighbourhood Centre members
Bookings: Karingal Place Neighbourhood Centre, 8786 6650
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Smartphone workshop for Seniors
Smart phones can be very useful if you know how to use them properly. If you don’t know where to start
or are sick of asking the kids why not attend an introduction to Android and iPhone basics. Sessions will be
held at the Langwarrin Community Centre and would suit those with little or no experience with
computers or smartphones.
Call Langwarrin Community Centre on 9789 7653 to register your interest for the next session.
‘Think BIG Frankston City’: join in the community conversation We all love Frankston City, so let’s work together to make sure it continues to be a wonderful place for
everyone. Over the coming months, you are invited to share your ideas and priorities to help shape our city’s future.
This is your chance to get involved, have your say and make a difference in your local community.
Log on to www.frankston.vic.gov.au/thinkbig to have your say. You’ll also be able to see what is important
to others and vote for their ideas. No computer? No worries! Call our automated hotline on (03) 9020
4503 and leave a message. These ideas will be discussed at the Frankston City Council Think Big
community conversation on 3 December. Register to attend by logging on to
www.frankston.vic.gov.au/thinkbig and clicking the blue ‘register’ button. Alternatively, contact Leah
Bellairs, Community Development Officer, on 9784 1035 to register for the event or with any enquiries.
Frankston City Australia Day Citizen of the Year Awards 2017
The Frankston City Australia Day Awards celebrate the achievements and contributions made by members
of our community.
Nominations are now open and close at 5pm on Friday 11 November 2016.
Nomination forms available at all Council Customer Service Centres, call 1300 322 322 for more
information.
Paint now accepted free
Tradies and householders can now take old paint and paint tins to Frankston
Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre (FRRRC) free-of-charge. If you’re
cleaning out your garage or workshop, visit FRRRC.com.au for a full list of
accepted items – many of which are now free. Conditions apply as per the
Paintback scheme (e.g no aerosols) For more information contact Frankston
City Council Customer Service on 1300 322 322.
Stop travelling con men
Consumer Affairs Victoria are advising people to be aware of travelling con men. Travelling con men are
dodgy tradesmen who knock on doors of homes and small businesses, offering to do maintenance work.
They appear more frequently during the warmer months and after natural disasters such as floods, fires or
storms. Travelling con men offer to do such jobs as driveway resurfacing, painting, roof repairs and carpet
cleaning at a cheap rate. Often they pressure people offering today only specials. These people ask for
cash before starting the work and frequently leave soon after they receive payment. If they do work it is
often unfinished or of a poor standard.
Be suspicious of people doing any of these things. If you suspect a travelling con man is knocking, do not
answer. If you do speak with them, ask them to leave. If they refuse to leave, they are breaking the law. If
you need work done around your house shop around for a quote, used established tradespeople, ask for
contact details, do not sign any contracts until ready, ask for the tradesperson’s full name, registration or
license details (if applicable, so you can check with their industry authority). If you know of a travelling
con person in your area, contact the National Travelling Con Men Hotline 1300 133 408.
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Contact details
Frankston City Council Customer Service
Phone: 1300 322 322
Interpreter: 131 450
www.frankston.vic.gov.au
Civic Centre
30 Davey Street, Frankston
Mon to Fri, 8.20am – 5 pm, closed Sat/Sun
Seaford Customer Service Centre and
Library
Corner of Station and Broughton Street,
Seaford
Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 12pm
Langwarrin Customer Service Centre
Shop 6, The Gateway Shopping Centre,
Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Langwarrin
Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 12pm
Frankston City Library
60 Playne Street, Frankston
Phone: 9784 1020
Carrum Downs Library
203 Lyrebird Drive, Carrum Downs
Phone: 8773 9539
Hoon Driving
1800 333 000 (Crime Stoppers)
Graffiti Removal
1800 66 8247 (1800 NO TAGS)
Submissions for the February/March/ April 2017 edition are required by email to:
[email protected] or phone 9784 1046 by Monday 16 January 2017
For previous editions of the PAT newsletter, more of What’s On in Frankston, and a listing
of Seniors Clubs and Groups, please visit frankston.vic.gov.au
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