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AccessCare

Locality: Mentone, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 819 200

Address: 34 Brindisi Street 3194 Mentone, VIC, Australia

Website: http://accesscare.org.au/

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24.01.2022 People with a disability, if you're interested in the arts or just want to have a bit of fun dancing in your lounge room, this is for you! Rawcus Ensemble and Kingston Arts have come together to host four online dance sessions. Register for one two or all four sessions November 9 12pm-12:20pm... November 16 12pm-12:20pm November 23 12pm-12:20pm November 30 12pm-12:20pm Please register by calling 9581 4806 or via email to [email protected]

22.01.2022 Free online event tonight, Monday 20 September from 7pm, on vaccinating children 12 and over. Registration details are below.

18.01.2022 Women born before 1946 were not expected to have careers but to take responsibility for looking after their husbands, children, grandchildren, and parents. A new research project from Monash University called 'Coming Into Their Own: Women of the Silent Generation 19251945' is looking at what women have achieved later in life. The aim of the project is to bring these stories of achievement into the public eye and encourage a passion for life-long learning. To find out more about this project or volunteer to be interviewed, visit the website - https://bit.ly/392iYAc

17.01.2022 The cohealth vaccination site at the Melbourne Town Hall is now open. Walk-ins are available for the following groups only: people who don’t have an ID or Medicare card international students people from refugee backgrounds people experiencing homelessness... people with low English literacy. For more information visit the website - https://bit.ly/3BVvPAs

17.01.2022 Ageism is something we don't think much about until we experience it. Anda Hamilton trained to become a support worker in her late 70's. She's now happily helping others live a better quality of life and finds her clients like that she is older. "I've never looked back, it is fantastic," she says. Read the full story here - https://ab.co/2Z2eqIx

17.01.2022 Last year Kay had a fall and broke her leg. She had been struggling ever since with her mobility. However, a home physio program with Transform Physio has given her the confidence and skills she needed. I now have the freedom I need as a human being. I wasn’t able to take two steps without my walker and now I’m barely using it around the house. Read about Kay's remarkable recovery here -https://bit.ly/3jrKj1q

15.01.2022 COVID-19 has impacted many people in aged care, from residents and their families, friends and loved ones, to home recipients, aged care workers and community visitors. Phoenix Australia provides resources for people impacted by emotional trauma and those who support them. They offer: - Information for aged care recipients, their families and loved ones - Resources for aged care providers and staff to support people ... - Wellbeing information and tools for aged care staff Start using trauma recovery resources today, or share the information with someone you know may need it: www.phoenixaustralia.org/aged-care

14.01.2022 Spring brings with it beautiful flowers and more sunny days, but unfortunately the grass pollen around this time can also bring with it an increased risk of thunderstorm asthma. Download the app below so you can track the high risk days and prepare yourself for this pollen season.

13.01.2022 There's been a drop in people having important health screenings for things such as cancer during the pandemic. It's essential to continue with your regular medical check ups and screenings during this time and to remain socially connected. Read the full article more information including free social programs available - https://www.accesscare.org.au//staying-connected-and-good-

11.01.2022 Dementia Action Week 2021 is almost upon us. Dementia Australia have launched a new website featuring a range of support materials and information to help raise awareness about dementia among friends and family. Check out the new website here - https://bit.ly/3khzoe9 #DementiaActionWeek

11.01.2022 AccessCare has disabled the comments function on our facebook posts after a recent High Court decision found organisations liable for comments made by third parties on posts. Read more about this decision here - https://ab.co/2YSp5F5

11.01.2022 Carers there are some great online workshops running this week including Supported decision making running tomorrow Tues 27 Oct and Communicating with families on Wed 28 Oct. See more details below.

10.01.2022 1 in 5 people have experienced problems accessing food in the last 12 months, particularly women. It's anti-poverty week from 11-17 October, and this year the focus is on supporting affordable housing to reduce poverty. Read our article to find out what you can do and what AccessCare has been doing in the community - https://www.accesscare.org.au//anti-poverty-week-11-17-oct Image courtesy of YWCA. Central Bayside Community Health Services and Mardi from AccessCare are shown here with assembled buckets of cleaning supplies and reusable masks which were given to residents in our affordable housing in Melbourne.

10.01.2022 Spring is finally here and the City of Kingston's Spring 'Whats on' guide has also just dropped. There's a variety of sessions available across Kingston on a range of topics including downsizing and decluttering, gardening, finance, tech tips, storytelling and a movie club. Download the guide here - https://bit.ly/2WULT66

10.01.2022 COVID high risk locations are now being shared by DHHS here - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks Two locations listed by DHHS include: - Coles at Westfield Southland, case visited 2 October - Aldi at Keysborough (Cheltenham Road), case visited 1 October... If you have visited either of these locations: Watch for coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms. If symptoms occur, immediately get tested and stay at home while you wait for your results. For the full list of locations across Melbourne visit - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks

08.01.2022 R U OK? It's a simple question, but so important to ask during challenging times. Many people are struggling in Melbourne right now, so it's just as important as ever to check in with those you are close to. Everyone has the ability to make a difference and change a life. Learn more about how to ask 'Are you OK' and how to continue the conversation after that initial question - https://youtu.be/FuDzwglVrZI

07.01.2022 Dementia Action week kicks off today. What better way to start off the week, than by sharing an inspiring video story from someone living with dementia. Bruce keeps himself busy by making art out of recycled materials. I collect all sorts of old junk and turn it into something new like sculptures or musical instruments, Bruce said. Watch the video below.

05.01.2022 Monash Health has announced they are offering walk in vaccinations for people aged over 12 with the Moderna vaccine this weekend. People aged over 60 will receive the AstraZeneca vaccine. Given today's announcements mandating vaccinations in many sectors for authorised workers, this is welcome news for people who have not yet managed to secure a vaccination appointment.

04.01.2022 It's National Carers Week, a time where we recognise and celebrate the 2.65 million carers in our community. Join Carers Victoria for a wellness workshop or video cast that are running throughout the week - https://www.carersvictoria.org.au/ For carer resources and support visit -https://www.carergateway.gov.au/ #Carers2021 #MillionsOfReasonsToCare

04.01.2022 AccessCare is proud to support the #16DaysOfActivism campaign. Violence against women is recognised as one of the most devastating human rights violations of our time. This campaign raises awareness of the issue of violence and encourages us all to have conversations about preventing violence, to make our communities safe for all. #16DaysOfActivismAgainstGenderBasedViolence #respectis #callitout #16dayscampaign

04.01.2022 This week during NAIDOC week, AccessCare has partnered with local kindergarten East Beaumaris Kindergarten. The children have been creating artworks and paintings inspired by aboriginal stories, symbols and history. These artworks will be mailed out to our vulnerable home care clients who are living in their own homes and experiencing isolation or loneliness. We have also spoken to some of our aboriginal clients about what NAIDOC week means to them and how the COVID-19 restrictions have impacted their community. Read the full story here - https://bit.ly/2UlEd8t

04.01.2022 AccessCare is running a new online social program, so you can meet like-minded people from the comfort of your loungeroom. Special interest groups include gardening, travel, books, pets, cooking and much more. Call us today on 1300 819 200 to join one of our groups. Numbers are strictly limited.

03.01.2022 This week we celebrate Naidoc Week. A week to celebrate the achievements, culture and rich history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year's theme 'Always was, always will be' recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years.

02.01.2022 Anyone at any time can become a carer. This week during National Carers Week we are raising awareness about caring roles and the diversity of carers. #Carers2021 #MillionsOfReasonsToCare

02.01.2022 Live in the City of Kingston? Take part in the Kingston Liveability Survey at www.yourkingstonyoursay.com.au/lovewhereyoulive for your chance to win a $100 shopping voucher. Share what matters to you in your neighbourhood. Your feedback will help shape Kingston’s next Council Plan which sets out a 4-year vision for the Kingston community.

01.01.2022 Good on you Aunty Jacko! Aunty Jacko has been a long standing client of AccessCare and an inspiration to the community.