Current Initiatives May to October 2010

The following group sessions and activities are held at the Centre on a regular basis and are free unless otherwise stated. We welcome referrals to any of these programs.

Ageing Well with Weights

8 week strength training program on Fridays 2:15 - 3:30 pm.
$5 per class with physiotherapist Pat Sandercock. To be sent forms for the next course, please call the Centre on 6231 3212.

Ageing Well with Weights Practice

Practice times available, after course completion on Mondays 11:40 am to 1 pm and Wednesdays 3 to 4 pm.

Birth and Beyond

First Wednesday of the month, 10 am start until 12 noon. Share a healthy lunch afterwards. Group sessions to share and learn more about birthing and mothering experiences.

Breast Cancer

Support Group

3rd Tuesday of the month, 11:45 am - 1:15 pm. Except in May 2010 which, is the 2nd Tuesday.
For any woman diagnosed with breast cancer who would like information and support.

Secondary Support Group

1st Monday of the month 10 am - 12 noon.
For any woman diagnosed with secondary breast cancer who would like information and support. New members welcome.

Community Health Nurse

10 am to 12 pm one morning per week - ring the Centre to find out which day.
Blood pressure, sugar and cholesterol level checks and lots more.

Fitball Beginners' Class

Tuesday and Thursday 10 - 11:30 am. $5 per class with physiotherapist Pat Sandercock.
Numbers are limited, so phone Pat for information and to book on 6229 7488.

GP services

Tuesdays 1:30 - 4 pm, half hour bulk-billed consultations by appointment with Dr Juliet Tait.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

3rd Tuesday of the month 10 am to 12 noon Support and relaxation. Contact Ariella for more information on 6234 7948.

Herbalist

Mondays 2 - 4 pm, by appointment only. Cost is $25.50 for the 1st one hour consultation and $15.50 follow up appointment. To make an appointment phone Sally on 0407 872 792.

Massage

Shiatsu by appointment, $60 for 11/2 hours or $45 for 1 hour. Phone 6297 1221 or 0488 660 940 for a booking with Lynne Bradshaw.

Meditation

Guided and safe relaxation meditation, Tuesdays 10:30 – 11:30 am (beginners welcome).

Stitches and Stories

Last Thursday of the month from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. The group is open to women of all ages to come together to stitch, embroider, sew, mend, share knowledge and stories.

Tai Chi

Monday 10:30 – 11:30 am and 1 - 2 pm. This is a low impact form of Tai Chi, which focuses on increasing mobility and flexibility, while developing inner strength and tranquility.

Women's Friendship Group

2nd Tuesday of the month from 1:30 - 3:30 pm. Are you interested in meeting new people, having a laugh with likeminded women and becoming better informed about issues affecting you? The group is small, friendly and welcomes new faces. Phone the Centre for more information.

Women's Walks

Thursday mornings, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. Calendars are available from reception.

Writers' Support Group

1st Wednesday of the month, 2 - 4 pm.

Yoga

Wednesday mornings, 9:45 – 11 am, for experienced participants and 11:15 am – 12:30 pm for beginners. $5 per session with Kathy.

Come in for a cuppa and browse in our library, or use the photocopier.