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National Respite for Carers Program
(NRCP)
Free Information Sessions, Events
and Activities for NRCP Carers
From January 2019 to June 2019
Carer Support Services
About Us:
Community Based Support (CBS) operates the
Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre (CRCC) in
Southern Tasmania. We can:
Schedule respite for clients into residential care
facilities.
Offer a range of information services for carers
and the people they care for.
We understand everyone is different and work
with you to achieve the right level of services
customised to your individual needs.
Who do we help? Everyone! Carers may be family,
friends or neighbours etc who are in a regular caring
role to someone whom has; a disability, mental
illness, a medical condition and/ or is frail aged.
The caring role may be full or part time.
How can we help?
We can provide short – term support such as Respite,
education / training courses, arrange counselling
services, emergency support, connection to and
information about other services in your local area,
health promotion activities and activities to connect
you to other carers.
Please contact us on 1800 052 222 if you would like
further information from our friendly Carer Support
Team.
The Program December 2018 Strides – Weekly Walking Group January 2019 to June 2019: Carers Connect – Monthly Catchup January 2019 Wed 9th Jan Residential Aged Care Fees Info Session Mon 14th Jan Massage Week (1) Commences Thurs 24th Jan CBS Packages – Information Session Tue 29th Jan North West Getaway Departs (3 nights) February 2019 to April 2019: Art Workshops and Creative Writing Groups April 2019 to June 2019: Dr Jane Tolman Information Sessions February 2019 Tue 12th Feb Jams and Pickles and Bottling Fruit with Sally Wise Thurs 14th Feb Speak Up, Stay ChatTY Session Tue 26th Feb Like Grandma Used To Make with Sally Wise March 2019 Mon 4th Mar Massage Week (2) Commences Tues 12th Mar Like Grandma Used To Make with Sally Wise Mon 25th Mar Mental Health First Aid Course (2 days) April 2019 Tues 2nd Apr Lunch Box Fillers with Sally Wise Fri 5th Apr Golf Social Day – Royal Hobart Golf Club Tues 30th Apr CBS NDIS Information Session May 2019 Tues 7th May Provide Emergency Life Support Course Mon 13th May Massage Week (3) Commences Tues 21st May Mental Health First Aid for the Suicidal Person TBA DESMOND Session (Diabetes Tasmania) June 2019 Thurs 6th June The Stroke Foundation – Guest Speaker Tues 18th June Slow Cooker with Sally Wise Thurs 27th June Social Day- Hidden Cove Spa & Retreat
Strides – Weekly Walking
CBS Carer Support Services are facilitating Walking Groups for
Carers and your furry companions if you wish to bring them
along. This is a free and easy way to get active, go outdoors
and feel happy and healthy whilst catching up with other
Carers. Everyone with capacity is welcome to take part in the
walking groups.
So, come along to CBS’s newly founded walking groups for an
opportunity to make some new friends give your health a
boost!
CBS will be facilitating the first four (4) sessions. It is our hope
the group will connect and continue to facilitate the walking
group themselves in the future.
Light refreshments provided at each session.
Please express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
When: Weekly x Thursday mornings at 10.30am
(Commencing December 6th 2018)
Meeting Point: Montrose Foreshore back car
park at walk entry.
Dementia Information Sessions
With Dr Jane Tolman
CBS continues to partner with Dr Jane Tolman (Dementia
Expert), to bring you FREE monthly Dementia Awareness
information sessions.
At each session, Dr Tolman will discuss the following:
What is Dementia?
Why is it so prevalent in the 21st century?
How do people get a diagnosis?
What are the 3 stages of Dementia?
How we can make a difference in the life of a person
with Dementia?
How can we get the support we need as carers of a
person with Dementia?
Light refreshments provided at each session.
Please express your interest on the ‘My Interests
Form’ enclosed and return the completed form to
CBS office.
Last Monday of the Month
From April 2019 to June 2019
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, Moonah
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Book Club – Carer Driven Meetings
Are you a Book Worm and love to discuss the books you are
reading?
Carers are invited to monthly afternoons of discussion and
companionship about all things ‘Books’. Community Based
Support will facilitate these sessions initially and once
established will continue as a peer driven group.
Light refreshments provided.
Spaces are limited.
Please express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Last Tuesday of every month
Time: From 1.00pm to 4.00pm
Where: CBS Meeting Room
24 Sunderland Street, Moonah
Carer Connect – Monthly Catchup
In 2019, the first Monday of every month is your chance to
come along and join other carers for a chat, a laugh, a
chance to listen to other peoples stories and receive up to
date information from CBS staff about supporting you in
your caring role.
Past feedback indicates carers can feel isolated and
unheard. These catchups intend to address this. CBS will
facilitate these sessions initially and once established, the
group will continue as a peer driven group.
Come along to a few or all sessions as able.
Light refreshments will be provided.
For catering purpose, if you plan to attend any of the
catchups, please express your interest on the ‘My
Interests Form’ enclosed and return the completed
form to CBS office.
First Monday of Every Month
Time: From 11.30am to 1.30pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, Moonah
Residential Aged Care Fees
Information Session
CBS have arranged for a specialist Aged Care Financial
Planner from Strategic Financial Planning to conduct a
free information session.
The session will explain how residential care fees are
calculated and paid and provide further information.
David Donato from Strategic Financial Planning
makes this complicated and confusing process easy
to understand, and dispels many of the myths
surrounding entry into a care facility.
Spaces are limited.
Light refreshments provided.
If you have not already, please express your interest
in attending on the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed and
return the completed form to the office.
Wednesday, 9th January 2019
Time: 11.00am to 1.00pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, Moonah
Massage Weeks—1, 2 & 3
Focus on Wellbeing
How often do you make time for yourself to do something
for your body and soul?
When did you last do something to improve your own health
and wellbeing?
Caring for ones self is central to caring for someone else and
we understand caring roles occupy much time.
So, making time for you is important too!
Shaun King (Masseuse, Massage & Remedial Therapy)
is a qualified masseuse whom provides a range of
massaging services in his Practice including relaxation,
deep tissue, remedial & sports massages.
Spaces are limited during each of the 3 Massage Weeks.
Week 1: From 14th January 2019 to 18th January 2019;
Week 2: From 4th March 2019 to 8th March 2019; and
Week 3: From 13th May 2019 to 17th May 2019.
Express your desire in the 1 hour massages in weeks 1,
2 and/or 3 on the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed and
return the completed form to CBS office.
Date/ Time will be discussed with
you upon confirmation of a spot
ahead of each ‘Massage week’.
Where: The Rejuv Centre, 4/ 111 Hill
Street, Hobart
CBS Services Explained
This information session is an opportunity for you to hear from
the highly experienced staff at Community Based Support about
our services. Staff will explore the wide range of services
Community Based Support offer which may assist you now or
help with future planning. Knowledge is Power!
Topics include:
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Home Care
Packages, Carer Support services, Home Modifications, Home
Maintenance and Technical Support Services.
There will be an opportunity for Q&A following the session.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please express your interest in attending this session on
the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed and return the
completed form to CBS office.
Thursday, 24th January 2019
Time: 1.15pm to 2.45pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahNorth West Carer Getaway
The itinerary of this 3 x night Getaway aims to provide an
opportunity for Carers to:
Socialise with other carers.
Focus on their own health and wellbeing.
De-stress and unwind away from the usual daily
routine.
Develop skills to learn how to build resilience and
mindfulness.
Learn more about services and resources available,
Undertake light physical activity (indoor/ outdoor) such
as; swimming, yoga and walking.
Spaces are limited.
Please express your interest in attending this Getaway
on the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed and return the
completed form to CBS office.
Tuesday 29th January 2019 to Friday 1st February 2019
Where: Smithton
Departing from CBS on 29th January 2019Speak up, Stay ChatTY
The Community Presentation is an evidence-informed
session focusing on increasing awareness about mental
health and suicide, reducing stigma, and encouraging
conversation and help-seeking.
The presentation includes a lived experience video of Stay
ChatTY founder Mitch McPherson sharing his personal story
of bereavement by suicide.
Light refreshments provided.
Spaces are limited.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Thursday, 14th February 2019
From 11.00am to 12.30pm.
Where: CBS Boardroom, 24 Sunderland Street,
MoonahJams and Pickles and Bottling Fruit
with Sally Wise
Sally Wise is a bestselling cookbook author, a regular guest
on ABC radio and the brains behind the Sally Wise Cooking
School in Tasmania's Derwent Valley.
Also, Sally received the 2019 Senior Australian of the Year
for Tasmania!
Under Sally’s easy to follow instruction, learn how to make
delicious jam, chutney and relish to make the most of
seasonal abundance. Bottling fruit (by the Fowlers method)
will also be covered in this session.
Classes are selected to provide Carers with opportunity to
upskill, socialise with other Carers, promote improved
budgeting and enhance mindfulness.
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is included.
Spaces are limited.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS
office.
Tuesday, 12th February 2019
Time: From 10.00am to 2.30pm
Where: Sally Wise Cooking School, MolesworthLike Grandma Used To Make with Sally
Wise
More from Sally Wise. Learn how to prepare old-fashioned
family favourites. In this class both sweet and savoury
main dishes will be prepared, as well as desserts and
sweet treats from the kitchen.
Classes are selected to provide Carers with opportunity to
upskill, socialise with other Carers, promote improved
budgeting and enhance mindfulness.
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea included.
Spaces are limited– 2 x single sessions available.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS
office.
Tuesday, 26th February 2019 and Tuesday, 12th
March 2019
Time: From 10.00am to 2.30pm
Where: Sally Wise Cooking School, MolesworthCBS Packages Explained
What is a Home Care Package? What is the difference
between the Commonwealth Home Support Program and
a Home Care Package? How are the fees calculated? What
are the benefits of a Home Care Package? These are some
of the common questions our Carers and Clients ask us
everyday.
Please register for your opportunity to get on the spot
helpful information from our friendly and knowledgeable
staff at Community Based Support.
There will be an opportunity for one on one conversations
with our staff.
Light refreshments provided.
Spaces are limited.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS
office.
Thursday, 24th January 2019
Time: 1.15pm to 2.45pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahMental Health First Aid
This is a two (2) day twelve (12) hour first aid course which
provides information about common mental health
conditions, the best treatments and strategies for managing
crises and having caring conversations with people
experiencing psychological distress. Crises such as suicidal
thoughts, self- harming behaviours, panic attacks and psy-
chotic episodes are explored.
Spaces are limited.
Lunch provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Monday 25th March 2019 &
Tuesday 26th March 2019
Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm both days.
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahLunch Box Fillers with Sally Wise
More from Sally Wise. Learn how to make tempting items for
the lunchbox. Both savoury and (healthier) sweet options will
be included.
Classes are selected to provide Carers with opportunity to
upskill, socialise with other Carers, promote improved
budgeting and enhance mindfulness.
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is included.
Spaces are limited.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Tuesday, 2nd April 2019
Time: 10.00am to 2.30pm
Where: Sally Wise Cooking School, MolesworthGolf Day - Royal Hobart Golf Club
A full day of physical activity, socialisation with other Carers
and an opportunity to get outside and clear the mind.
The Royal Hobart Golf Club boasts an 18 hole course in
impeccable condition, all year round. You are sure to enjoy
wandering around the grounds within small groups taking in
the surrounding beautiful Tasmanian scenery.
Spaces are limited.
Lunch provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Friday, 5th April 2019
Time: From 8.40am to 3.30pm
Where: Seven Mile Beach, HobartNDIS Info Session
What is the NDIS? How can you register? How do I access
support? These are some of the common questions we
are asked everyday.
If you would like to know the answer to these questions
and more, please join our experienced NDIS Team at CBS
for an information session.
There will be an opportunity for one on one conversations
with our staff.
Light refreshments provided.
Spaces are limited.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS
office.
Tuesday, 30th April 2019
Time: From 10.00am to 12.00pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahProvide Emergency First Aid
Course – St John Ambulance
St John Ambulance deliver a first aid course to provide you with
the skills to manage emergency first aid situations, including
managing an unconscious casualty, performing CPR, controlling
bleeding and managing other life threatening situations.
Certificate:
On successful completion of the course you will be issued a
Certificate (Statement of attainment) in:
HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support
The Course Covers:
How to manage a First Aid scenario, an unconscious breathing
person, an unconscious non breathing person (which includes
CPR and use of an AED), choking, drowning, shock, wounds and
bleeding, burns, chest pain, anaphylaxis and asthma.
Spaces are limited.
Lunch provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed
and return the completed form to CBS office.
Tuesday, 7th May 2019
Time: From 9.00am to 4.00pm
St John Ambulance (Tas)
177 Main Rd Moonah
Hobart TAS 7000Mental Health First Aid For The
Suicidal Person
This is a four (4) hour workshop providing information about
suicide in Australia and a simple plan to respond to someone
who is having suicidal thoughts. There will be opportunity to
practice the skills learnt during the workshop.
Spaces are limited.
Light refreshments provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Tuesday, 21st May 2019
Time: 1.00pm—5.00pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahDESMOND Session - Diabetes
Tasmania
DESMOND is a one (1) day group program (Delivered by
Diabetes Tasmania) which focuses on the practical skills around
food choices, physical activity and the changes diabetes can
bring. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have years of
experience, DESMOND will help you find out more about how
to live well with type 2 diabetes.
Recommended for people with Type 2 Diabetes.
Spaces are limited.
Lunch provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed
and return the completed form to CBS office.
To be advised – Session in May
2019
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahStroke Foundation - Volunteer
Strokesafe Speaker
Community Based support are
pleased to offer a volunteer
Strokesafe Speaker to deliver a
presentation to our Carers with
the aim of increasing health
literacy, enabling and
enlightening Carers.
Many of the volunteer Strokesafe speakers have either had a
stroke themselves or are close to someone who has. While
the speaker will present common information about stroke
and its prevention, they will also draw on their own personal
experiences so every talk is different. As stroke is so
widespread in Australia, these stories may impact members
of your group in different ways which is important to be
mindful of.
Spaces are limited.
Light refreshments provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Thursday, 6th June 2019
Time: From 11.00am to 1.00pm
Where: CBS Boardroom
24 Sunderland Street, MoonahSlow Cooker with Sally Wise
More from Sally Wise: sumptuous dishes are so easily
prepared in a slow cooker. Several savoury dishes will be
prepared, and at least two tempting desserts.
This is another opportunity to increase your skills and
socialise with other Carers under the fun guidance of
Sally.
Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is included.
Spaces are limited.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS
office.
Tuesday, 18th June 2019
Time: From 10.00am to 2.30pm
Where: Sally Wise Cooking School,
MolesworthBetter Health Day - Hidden Cove
Spa & Retreat
The Day Spa is located on 7 acres of land overlooking the
amazing Derwent River surrounded by beautiful Gum trees and
a vast assortment of native birds and other fauna, which
makes for an ideal get away from the every day stresses of life,
to one of Peace and Serenity.
Taking time out for yourself can help to improve your overall
mental and physical health
Spaces are limited.
High Tea, and coffee/tea will be provided.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Thursday, 27th June 2019
Time: From 9.30am to 5.30pm
Where: East TinderboxArt Workshops with Wendy Nash
CBS are holding Art Workshops for Carers with the talented
Wendy Nash!
Registered Carers will attend all six (6) x group sessions (on
Thursday’s). The aim of the workshops is to promote
relaxation, relieve stress, socialisation and develop new
skills in a peer supported environment.
Spaces are limited and Carers must be committed to
attend each session.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’
enclosed and return the completed form to CBS office.
Workshop Dates:
7th February 2019
21st February 2019
7th March 2019
21st March 2019
4th April 2019
Where: CBS Boardroom 18th April 2019
24 Sunderland Street,
MoonahCreative Writing - Adult Education
This is an opportunity for you to nurture your creativity and
explore where your writing can take you!
Offered to Carers is an exciting series of 6 x 2 hourly group
workshops focussed on playing with words and forms such as
poetry, short stories, memoirs, myths and journaling.
The course covers; where ideas come from, how to develop
them, as well as overcoming blocks and obstacles. This is
achieved through a series of writing exercises which can be
useful when writing in any style.
Workshop Dates:
4th February 2019 Where: CBS Boardroom
18th February 2019 24 Sunderland Street,
25th February 2019 Moonah
4th March 2019
18th March 2019
1st April 2019
Spaces are limited and Carers must be committed to
attend each session.
Express your interest on the ‘My Interests Form’ enclosed
and return the completed form to CBS office.How to contact us
Carer Support Services
Community Based Support Inc.
Ph: 1800 052 222
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
(excluding public holidays)
Ph: 03 6208 6600
Fax: 03 6208 6699
Email: admin@cbsaust.org.au
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