WELCOME TO THE 2021 WINTER EDITION
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WELCOME TO THE 2021 WINTER EDITION Preparing for Winter It’s that time of year again! Days are getting shorter, and the nights are getting colder. As the use of electric blankets and heaters increases over the coming months, now is a great time to start to think about fire safety in your home. Free Fire Alarm Check Fire and Rescue NSW provide a free home visit to check your smoke alarm and ensure it is working properly. They can also replace batteries in existing fire alarms and will install a long life battery fire alarm if you don’t currently have one. This is a free service. Contact Willoughby Fire Station on 9958 4016 to find out more. Heaters and Electric Blankets Electric blankets and heaters can both pose a fire risk. If you use an electric blanket, it should only be turned on to warm the bed and turned off once you are in bed. Check the blanket and wires for any obvious signs of damage before use, although it is best to have an electrician check it over. Faulty blankets can overheat and potentially cause an electric shock or fire. Blankets should be stored rolled up rather than folded to reduce the risk of Slips, trips and falls damaging the wiring. The risk of slips, trips and falls can also Heaters should also be checked for damage increase during winter. When using such as rust or frayed wires. An electricitan heaters and electric blankets, ensure that should carry out any required repairs. the cords do not pose a trip hazard. Remember, stay a metre from the heater, and As leaves fall from trees, pathways can don’t place drying clothes on or next to the become extra slippy – take care as you heater. move around!
Join us for an outing around Sydney
At Home with Willoughby Social Outing Program aims to provide the community with a range of
varied and interesting opportunities for social engagement, education and experience. Come along
and meet new friends, travel to interesting locations around Greater Sydney and enjoy lunch within
an inclusive and supportive environment.
What you need to know
The basic cost for each bus trip is $16.50, which is invoiced at the end of the month. At cafés and
restaurants, clients order and pay from the menu at the venue. If there is a set menu then the price
is outlined below.
Whilst we plan trips in accordance with Covid-19 restrictions and ensure that venues we visit have
a Covid safety plan, please note that we will be visiting public venues on the below trips.
June 2nd A scenic drive to the Coal Loader Café on the water at Waverton
June 16th A ferry ride from Circular Quay to Manly then lunch at the Ivanhoe Hotel
June 23rd Long Reef Golf Club for lunch with a scenic coastal drive
July 7th A drive through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park to Bobbin Head Inn Cafe
July 21st Scenic coastal drive down south to Scarborough Hotel for lunch
July 28th My Little Cupcake for “Afternoon Tea”
1 sandwich (cut into 3 assorted fingers) 1 scone jam and cream and a
pot of tea - $19.00 per person.
August 4th Geranium Cottage Dural.
Country drive to Dural for a lovely homestyle cooked lunch.
August 18th Enjoy a coastal drive along the Eastern Suburbs beaches to North Bondi
RSL for lunch.
August 25th Scenic drive to Manly Dam area before lunch at the Wakehurst Golf Club.
Please call JACKIE on 9777 7826 to request your choices for the trips.
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Staying Connected –The Wednesday Multicultual Social Group
Our Wednesday Social Activities Group meets every week at the Dougherty Community Centre for
social activities and friendship. Activities at the Centre are held between 10am – 3pm, for people
who are over 65 from all backgrounds and who are registered, or willing to register, with My Aged
Care: 1800 200 422 or www.myagedcare.gov.au
Program Information
May 19 Morning tea, gentle movement, bingo, catered lunch at DCC, games
May 26 Morning tea, gentle movement, basketball, Asian style social lunch at DCC,
games
June 2 Morning tea, gentle movement, flower arranging, catered lunch at DCC, games
June 9 Morning tea, gentle movement, royal craft, royal themed social lunch at DCC,
games
June 16 Morning tea, gentle movement, colour by numbers, catered lunch at DCC, games
June 23 Morning tea, gentle movement, bingo, Asian style social lunch at DCC, games
June 30 Morning tea, gentle movement, Tai Chi, catered lunch at DCC, games
July 7 Morning tea, gentle movement, learn to draw, catered lunch at DCC, games
July 14 Morning tea, gentle movement, shuffle board, catered lunch at DCC, games
July 21 Morning tea, gentle movement, bingo, catered lunch at DCC, games
July 28 Morning tea, gentle movement, dice games, catered lunch at DCC, games
August 4 Morning tea, gentle movement, Aboriginal painting, catered lunch at DCC, games
August 11 Morning tea, gentle movement, basketball, social lunch at DCC, games
August 18 Morning tea, gentle movement, bingo, catered lunch at DCC, games
August 25 Morning tea, gentle movement, spring tree craft, Asian style lunch at DCC, games
For more information about how to join this Program please contact:
Kate Valente on 9777 7831
Join in with us… Social Circle is a weekly get-together on Thursday afternoons from 1.00pm to 3.00pm at the Dougherty Community Centre. Our friendly group enjoy movies and afternoon tea. It is a great social event where you can make new friends and have a chat over a cuppa. Weekly contribution is $3.00 with refreshments provided. Program (June-August) We show various movies during the month. These are new releases, golden oldies, documentaries, or travel adventures. If there is something in particular you would like to see then let Jackie know and we will see if we can screen it for you. 3 June Golden Oldie – Gilda starring Rita Hayworth 10 June New Release – TBA 17 June Documentary – My Octopus Teacher 24 June The Dressmaker starring Kate Winslet 1 July Golden Oldie – The Lady from Shanghai Starring Rita Hayworth 8 July New Release – TBA 15 July Documentary - David Attenborough, A Life on our Planet 22 July Monkey Business – starring Marilyn Monroe 29 July The Woman in the Window. Starring Amy Adams 5 August Golden Oldie – Suddenly Last Summer. Starring Katharine Hepburn 12 August New Release - TBC 19 August Documentary - Behind the Curve 26 August Southside With You. True life story of Barack and Michelle Obama
Social Lunch Club
Staying social is important for seniors to maintain both their emotional and physical health. Please
come and enjoy a freshly cooked nutritious luncheon prepared by our chef Colin. Lunches are
12:30 – 2pm on the below dates at the Dougherty Community Centre.
Please note there are NO social lunches in July.
Traditional Social Lunch CALD Lunch Club
Occurs on the second Wednesday of the Upcoming Lunches:
month.
26 May
Upcoming lunches: 23 June
25 August
12 May – Mother’s Day theme
22 September
9 June – Royal theme
11 August – Winter Warmer Bookings are essential. Please call 9777
8 September – Spring theme 7847 to reserve a seat.
Limited transport is available. Booking
is essential. Call 9777 7830 for more
information or to book.
CALD Social Lunch, Wednesday 26 May
Come along to the Dougherty Centre and enjoy a lovely two course meal:
Thai marinated chicken tenderloins with turmeric/coconut rice and fresh pineapple &
cucumber salsa
Vanilla ice cream, with caramel sauce & strawberries
Meals on Wheels
We offer a range of hot, frozen or chilled main meals, desserts and sandwiches all delivered to
your door by our team of friendly volunteers.
All main meals are specially designed to meet the nutritional needs of seniors and provide
excellent value for money. Main meals are $7.25.
Our Meals on Wheels menu changes regularly – please call 9777 7830 if you would like to try
one of our meals or if you would like further information.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is very important, and can be harder to come
by during the winter months. Vitamin D can help increase
resistance to infection, boost mental health, assist in
maintaining bone strength and helps the body to absorb
calcium.
Foods that are high in vitamin D include:
Oily fish (eg salmon, sardines, herring, tuna and
mackerel)
Egg yokes
Red meat
Liver and cod liver oil
Orange juice
We can aso get a vitamin D boost by spending just a few
minutes outdoors in the sun each day. Even during winter
it is best to avoid the midday sun and wear sunscreen if
you are out and about during the hottest part of the day.‘Chatter Cino’
Chatter Cino is designed for people who live with, or support someone living with the symptoms of
Dementia. It is a support group that meet on the last Friday of every month to make friendships,
share experiences and seek support. Come along and join this group at the Blend Café, Dougherty
Community Centre, Chatswood.
For information about this Program, please call Kate Valente 9777 7831
Parking: 2 hours free parking at Westfield Shopping Centre
Time: Drop in between 10.00am – 11:30am
Group meeting dates
For further advice and information about
May 28th 10am – 11:30am dementia, there is the National Dementia
Helpline – 1800 100 500. This line is open
June 25th 10am – 11:30am Monday – Friday from 8am – 8pm.
July 30th 10am – 11:30am
August 27th 10am – 11:30am
September 24th 10am – 11:30amAll Aboard! The Tuesday Shopping Bus
The SHOPPING BUS will pick you up from your home and
drop you off at the Spring Street entrance of Westfield
Shopping Centre at 12 noon. You will have approximately 2
hours for shopping before the bus returns at 2pm to take you
home. Cost $7.00 for the return trip or $5 one-way.
If you require additional assistance with shopping, please
contact the At Home With Willoughby Team on 9777 7824.
Companion Shopping
Individually assisted Companion Shopping services can be arranged for residents living in the
Willoughby area who have low vision or a mobility issue that prevents them from using public
transport or the shopping bus. This service can be utilised fortnightly, monthly or on an ad-hoc
basis. Cost is $19.50 for a 2 hour service.
Home Delivered Groceries
At Home with Willoughby can organise a home delivery of groceries through Coles or Woolworths
Online Shopping. You will need to have a debit or credit card.
Our friendly volunteers will contact you by phone on Mondays and take your order. It will be
processed through the internet and Coles or Woolworths will deliver your groceries to your door
later in the week.
For further information on any of the above shopping services, please phone the office
on 9777 7824.Out and About
The At Home with Willoughby Out and About is a service to help you get out and about!
Do you need a lift to the hospital, doctor, health professional or simply to get out of your house?
Bookings available Tuesday to Friday 10.00am - 2.30pm within the Willoughby area
Cost: $6.50 each way
Please note, Out & About can take you to your covid vaccination, including to the
Roseville vaccination clinic if you are unable to go to your local GP for a vaccination.
My Aged Care eligibility required.
For help with My Aged Care call Debi on 9777 7824
For bookings call Karyn on 9777 7802 Monday - Friday before 2.00pm.
Companion in the Community
At Home with Willoughby arranges a home visiting service for residents living in the Willoughby
local government area. The service introduces you to a friendly volunteer who will visit you once a
fortnight. Our volunteers are outgoing, friendly people who enjoy a chat over a cup of tea, play a
game of cards or perhaps read articles from magazines. Visits take place between Monday and
Friday for approximately one hour. There is no cost for this service. For further enquiries please
call 9777 7824.
Volunteering with At Home with Willoughby
Volunteers are the life blood of the At Home with Willoughby services. Without volunteers, we would
not be able to reach as many residents. Volunteering is beneficial for you and for the community. By
giving back to your community, you can develop and experience:
Feelings of fulfilment
At Home with Willoughby has volunteering
New friendships opportunities which might be right for you! Please call
Jackie on 9777 7826 for more information.
New memories
New skills
Mental stimulation
Feelings of happinessAt Home with Willoughby Linen Service
We are happy to see some new clients last season and more volunteers returning to support our
Linen Service! Welcome!
The Linen Service provides freshly laundered sheets, pillowcases and towels to eligible clients living
in the Willoughby local government area.
A team of caring volunteers visits your home each fortnight on a Tuesday morning to deliver the
fresh linen and towels, change the sheets and remake your bed. Used linen is collected and sent
out to a commercial laundry for cleaning.
The cost of the service is $12 per bed. Clients receive an invoice at the end of each month and
Direct Debit can be set up for ease of payment.
For further information pleaes contact
Linda Lee on 9777 7828
At Home with Willoughby services and programs require a My Aged Care Referral Code. If
you have not been assessed by My Aged Care you should call and ask for an assessment
for service. Phone 1800 200 422. If you are unsure or need assistance when calling My Aged
Care, you can call our office on 9777 7824 and we are happy to support you with this process.
My Aged Care is the central hub for accessing all aged services. It is important that you call
and get your Aged Care number early and before you are in need of help at home.
You may be able to access services that will support you to be able to remain living at home
independently and with confidence for as long as you wish.Tea & Tech At Home with Willoughby
We are screening a series of free one-hour Annual Survey
webinars – live presentations online – hosted
If you haven’t already, you will shortly
by the eSafety Commissioner helping older
receive a survey from us. This survey is
Australians stay safe online.
being sent to all of our clients, and we will
Screenings take place at the Dougherty use any feedback received to improve our
Centre. services.
Bookings are essential. Call 9777 7800 to As a ‘thank you’, all returned surveys will be
reserve your place. entered into a draw to receive one of three
$20 vouchers for the Blend Café at the
June 7, 10 - 11:30am: How to use smart Dougherty Centre. This draw will be made
home technology on 7 June 2021, so please return the survey
June 9, 3 – 4:30pm: How to use Zoom to to us by Friday 4 June.
make video calls Surveys can be returned to us via the
June 22, 3 - 4:30pm: Safer online shopping envelope that was enclosed with the survey,
& banking or by handing them to AHWW staff or
volunteers.
June 24, 10 – 11:30am: Selling safely online
July 7, 3 - 4:30pm: How to use government
websites Scam Warning
July 9, 10 - 11:30am: Helpful apps for your Some seniors in WA are reportedly
smart device receiving telephone calls from someone
claiming to be from My Aged Care. The
July 20, 10 - 11:30am: Protect yourself caller then asked for $25 and their bank
against scams details to register them with My Aged Care.
July 23, 3 - 4:30pm: All you need to know There is NO COST to register with MAC,
about data and public wifi please be wary of scammers pretending to
August 2, 10 - 11:30am: Staying safe on be from MAC. If you are unsure, you can
Facebook call MAC directly on 1800 200 422.
August 3, 3 - 4:30pm: Connecting to others
August 18, 3 - 4:30pm: Can you spot a
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