Current Initiatives Summer 2011/2012

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.

AWWW Practice

Practice times available, after course completion on Mondays 11:40 am to 1:00 pm and Wednesdays 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Last session for 2011 is December 14 and recommences January 4, 2012.

Birth and Beyond

2nd and 4th Friday of the month 10 - 11:30 am. Last session for 2011 at the Centre is November 25. For details on the December session see page 9. Contact the Centre to find out when the group recommences in 2012. A mothers’ group for women interested in birth and parenting. Babies and children welcome. Phone Kelly for more information on 0411 127 870.

Breast Cancer

Support Group

3rd Tuesday of the month 11:45 am - 1:15 pm.

Last session for 2011 is November 15 and recommences January 17, 2012. For any woman diagnosed with breast cancer who would like information and support.

Secondary Support Group - Secondary Sisters

1st Monday of the month 10 am - 12 noon. Last session for 2011 is December 5 and recommences February 6, 2012.For any woman diagnosed with secondary breast cancer who would like information and support. New members welcome. Please phone Karen on 0400 494 646 before attending.

Community Health Nurse

Tuesdays 11 am to 1 pm Last session for 2011 is December 13 and recommences January 10, 2012. 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.

Last session for 2011 is December 1 and recommences January 10, 2012.

Numbers are limited, so phone Pat for information and to book on 6229 7488.

Herbalist

Mondays 2 - 4 pm, by appointment only. Last session for 2011 is December 12, and recommences February 6, 2012. Cost is $30 for the 1st one hour consultation and $20 follow up appointment.

To make an appointment, phone Sally on 0407 872 792.

Laughter Group

Mondays 2:15 - 2:45 pm. Come along, it is easy and fun. Last session for 2011 is December 12 and recommences either January 23, or mid February 2012, for confirmation contact the Centre.

Life Validation Conversations

Friday afternoons with Shirley Catchpole. Last session for 2011 is December 16 and recommences

January 6, 2012. The fee is negotiated according to income. Phone Shirley on 0450 887 875 to make an appointment.

Massage

Supportive massage for women living with chronic illness. Wednesdays from 12 - 4 pm by appointment only. Specialised gentle touch therapy to ease pain and/or anxiety and provide appropriate comfort and support at every stage of cancer, lymphoedema, MS, Parkinsons, depression, fibromyalgia and other chronic conditions. Flexible fees. Phone Christine Lambrechts for appointments on 0409 060 475.

Last session for 2011 is December 14 and recommences January 4, 2012.

Meditation

Guided and safe relaxation meditation with Jean Gilbert. Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30 am (beginners welcome). Last session for 2011 is December 6 and recommences January 10, 2012.

Nurse Practitioner

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:15 am to 12:30 pm. 30 minute bulk billed consultations with Lyn Fish by appointment. To book ring the Centre on 6231 3212. Last session for 2011 is December 15 and recommences January 3, 2012.

Pedicure

2nd Monday of the month. Foot spa and massage. Phone Glenda McIntyre on 6253 5116 or 0458 535 116 to book an appointment. $25 for pensioners and $30 non pensioners. Last session for 2011 is November 14 and recommences February 13, 2012.

Single Mums Group

1st and 3rd Friday of the month 9:30 - 11:30 am. Last session for 2011 is December 2 and recommences January 20, 2012.Share stories, advice, a cuppa and some adult company. Babies and small children welcome. Contact Cat if interested on 0423 136 124.

Stitches and Stories

Last Thursday of the month from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Last session for 2011 is November 24 and recommences February 23, 2012. The group is open to women of all ages to come together to stitch, embroider, sew, mend, share knowledge and stories.

Tai Chi

Mondays 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. Last session for 2011 is the morning session on December 12 and recommences January 23, 2012.

Women’s Friendship Group

2nd Tuesday of the month from 1:30 - 3:00 pm.

Last session for 2011 is December 13 and recommences January 10, 2012.

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. For more information about guest speakers contact the Centre.

Women’s Walks

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

Last session for 2011 is December 15 and recommences January 12, 2012.

Writers’ Support Group

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

Last session for 2011 is December 7 and recommences February 1, 2012.

Yoga

Wednesday mornings, 9:45 - 11 am, for experienced participants and 11:15 am - 12:30 pm for beginners. $5.50 per session with Kathy.