CÜRA in Ashmore, Queensland | Non-governmental organisation (NGO)

CÜRA

Locality: Ashmore, Queensland

Phone: +61 1800 941 212

Address: 1 Dominions Rd 4214 Ashmore, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.curacares.com/

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25.01.2022 The BreastScreen Queensland Gold Coast service mobile unit will be at Pimpama City Shopping Centre until mid September 2020 offering free breast cancer screening to women, without current breast cancer symptoms. Women aged 50 74 are strongly encouraged to attend, with women 40+ eligible to attend. Book your free appointment online www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au or by phoning 13 20 50.

25.01.2022 Today marks the 30th anniversary of 'International Day of Older Persons', a day to reflect and show appreciation for the valuable contribution of older people in our communities. What an amazing morning we had with our Wellness Centre group, sharing stories and learning more about their incredible lives! Many of them lived through war and overcame significant challenges before starting new lives in Australia. They were born in Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia and Morocco, range in age... from 75 to 94 and arrived in Australia as early as 1961 up to 2002. They've all lived unique lives and worked in a number of occupations - tradesman, dressmaker, craftsman, bus conductor, chemistry technician, economist, librarian, housewife, painter, fitter and turner, and locksmith! We asked what advice they had for the younger generation and they all agreed that some of the most important things are to be grateful, loving and appreciate your family. Have a look through the photos to see some lovely traditional dress and items, and to find out a bit more about our wonderful customers (name, birthplace, age, occupation, and when they arrived in Australia). Thank you to our beautiful customers for sharing their stories with us! Please take some time to reach out to the older people in your lives and communities, they undoubtedly have amazing knowledge and stories to share with you too. #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons https://www.un.org/en/observances/older-persons-day

25.01.2022 We're looking for a part time chef to run the kitchen in our Wellness Centre! It's an intimate setting where you can make the role your own and serve delicious and fresh food to our customers. Apply here: https://www.seek.com.au/job/50441919

25.01.2022 Public Health Alert Queenslanders who visited regional NSW Queenslanders who visited the regional New South Wales towns of Orange, Nyngan and Broken Hi...ll between 2-3 January are being asked to get tested for COVID-19. The alert comes after a positive COVID-19 case from NSW transited through the towns while infectious. To access a full list of COVID-19 testing locations, with interactive map and postcode search, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing You can also visit our bot to find your closest testing location https://qld.health/TestLocator Remember, if your local testing clinic is crowded, consider attending another one.

24.01.2022 Happy National Unity Week The beauty of Australia is in its diversity and we have a unique mix of cultures and faiths on our beautiful Gold Coast! One of the ways we're celebrating this year is through a photo competition. Send us a photo showing how you're celebrating and you'll be entered in a draw to win 1 of 3 $100 gift vouchers.... It's all about learning about other cultures and faiths and there are lots of ways to celebrate! You can try new cuisines, visit a place of worship, wear your cultural dress, learn a new language, create art, dance.... anything that celebrates the message of unity and diversity. https://nationalunityweek.org.au/

24.01.2022 Tomorrow 10am, Moreton Bay Regional Libraries is hosting an online screening of the 12th Annual Wide Angle Film Festival, delivered in partnership with NDIS. These award-winning short films are created and acted by people living with disabilities and reflect their lived experiences. The screening will be followed by discussion groups hosted and convened by disability advocates.... All are welcome to register for this free event over Zoom. To register visit: https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au//12th-Annual-Wide-Angle-

19.01.2022 BREAKING: Following a confirmed case of the highly infections UK coronavirus strain, Greater Brisbane will be entering a three day lockdown. From 6pm tonight until 6pm Monday, people in the local government areas of Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Ipswich, Redlands and Logan will be required to stay at home except: Shopping for essentials, food and necessary supplies... Medical or healthcare needs, including compassionate requirements Exercise with no more than one other person, unless all from the same household Providing care or assistance to an immediate family member Work, or volunteering, or study if it is not reasonably practicable to work or learn remotely Child custody arrangements Legal obligations Visit for end of life Attend funeral or wedding in line with restrictions Further restrictions include: No more than two visitors to the household per day (in addition to anyone else currently staying in the household), excluding care workers or volunteers All businesses that can remain open must adhere to one person per 4 square metres with maximum of 20 to 50 with COVID Safe or Industry Plan Restaurants and cafes to provide takeaway service only Cinemas, entertainment and recreation venues, gyms etc to close Places of worship to close Weddings involve a maximum of 10 people, including the celebrant and witnesses Funerals involve a maximum of 20 people Mandatory mask wearing anywhere outside of your home No visitors to aged care facilities, hospitals, disability accommodation services or correctional facilities. As we prepare for the possibility of more cases across the state, let’s do what Queenslanders do best stick together and help each other out. For more information visit: https://www.qld.gov.au//current-/greater-brisbane-lockdown

19.01.2022 Wishing you all the best in 2021!

19.01.2022 It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a great time to ask yourself and your colleagues, friends and family: Are you looking after your breast health? Have you, or your loved ones, been putting off having a breast screen? Early detection saves lives! A breast screen can detect breast cancer early when it is easier to treat. Screening is recommended every 2 years for women aged 50 to 74 and is FREE for women 40 and older at BreastScreen clinics located at Helensvale, Southport and West Burleigh. Eligible women can call BreastScreen Queensland on 13 20 50 to arrange an appointment or book online at www.breastscreen.qld.gov.au. Make time for this life saving health check today and encourage those you care about to get screened. You could save a life!

19.01.2022 Updated information: From 1am Monday 4 January, anyone who has been in Victoria on or since 21 December will be restricted from entering vulnerable facilities, ...including aged care facilities, hospitals, disability accommodation and correctional facilities. While Queensland’s borders remain unchanged, anyone currently in Queensland who has been in Victoria on or since 21 December should get tested immediately and quarantine at home or their accommodation until they receive a negative result. We are closely monitoring the situation in New South Wales and Victoria and urge Queenslanders to reconsider non-essential travel to these states as it is an evolving situation. If you do decide to go to Victoria or New South Wales, you need to be aware of the potential consequences, such as border changes and not making it home to Queensland before hotel quarantine is imposed. If you’re already in Victoria or New South Wales, consider coming home. Stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 updates here: https://www.qld.gov.au//conditions/he/coronavirus-covid-19

17.01.2022 Do you know anyone who is feeling a bit isolated and would enjoy having a weekly chat in their own language? 'I Speak Your Language' is a free program for anyone in Queensland that can match you with a new friend who will call you once a week for some friendly conversation in your language. If you or anyone you know could benefit from this service, please call 1800 95 40 40 to register today!... For more info, you can visit https://www.mccgc.com.au/mccgc-servi/i-speak-your-language/ or email [email protected].

16.01.2022 Please read and share an important COVID-19 update around restrictions for parts of South East Queensland.

15.01.2022 The final day of Queensland Seniors Week 2020 is reserved as We Care Day to show our support and gratitude for those who have stepped up to the plate to support one another during the COVID-19 pandemic. We invite you share your thanks to your fellow Queenslanders who have assisted and supported one another by sharing a Virtual Hug and stories of resilience through the Together: the stories of us campaign. Give a Hug here - https://qldseniorsweek.org.au/virtual-hug/... Share your story here - https://qldseniorsweek.org.au/together-the-stories-of-us/

14.01.2022 Thank you for being part of our 2020! Wishing you all the best during the festive season from the team at CÜRA & MCCGC.

12.01.2022 There are many free meals scheduled around the Gold Coast this Christmas for anyone who could use some companionship and holiday cheer! Please share

12.01.2022 Happy first day of spring! Looking to try some new dine in or takeaway options this month? Multicultural Communities Council Gold Coast shared 31 local restaurants in August to celebrate Multicultural Queensland Month and they all offer up delicious and diverse cuisines. Support local businesses and taste your way around the Gold Coast! Full list below and browse through the album for highlights from each spot. Happy eating I like ramen Indian Hut (Burleigh Waters) ... Yuyin Chinese Cuisine - Southport Mt. Lebanon Deli (Nobbys) Little Gypsy Cafe (PCYC Ahsmore) Jasmine Room Chinese Cuisine (Souhport) Delhi Darbar Indian Restaurant (Surfers) The Kai Kitchen (Coomera) Bonus Bros Restaurant (Chirn Park) Dosa Hut Gold Coast (Molendinar) The Polish Place(Tamborine) Aux Fines Bouches (Burleigh Heads) Shiraz Authentic Persian Restaurant (Surfers) Kopitalk Coffee (Molendinar) Dim Sum Delights (Robina) Black Angus Bar & Grill (Surfers) Spaghetti & Jazz (Robina) Oz Thai (Palm Beach) Goa Indian Fusion, Tedder Ave, Main Beach Izakaya Midori (Reedy Creek) Sandrino Kitchen & Bar (Broadbeach Waters) Fish Depot Pimpama (Pimpama) Meraki Whole Food Kitchen (Southport) Can Tho Kitchen Bar (Runaway Bay) Easy House Vegetarian Restaurant (Mermaid Waters) Palm Garden Chinese Restaurant (Palm Beach) Black Sheep Bistro (Oxenford) Ipoh Town (Robina) Top Noodle (Coolangatta) Gills Indian Cuisine Upper Coomera (Upper Coomera) The Brick Cafe (Ashmore) See more

12.01.2022 NAIDOC 2020 invites all Australians to embrace the true history of this country a history which dates back thousands of generations. Always Was, Always Will Be. recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. It’s about seeing, hearing and learning the First Nations’ 65,000+ year history of this country - which is Australian history. We want all Australians to celebrate that we have the oldest continuing cultures on the... planet and to recognise that our sovereignty was never ceded. Always Was, Always Will Be. Check out https://www.naidoc.org.au/ to learn more and find ways to celebrate! #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC

11.01.2022 Happy World Kindness Day! The objective of World Kindness Day is to highlight good deeds in the community, focusing on the positive power and the common thread of kindness which binds us. Kindness is a fundamental part of the human condition which bridges the divides of race, religion, politics, gender, borders and boundaries. What can you do today and every day to spread kindness in the world? ... #WorldKindnessDay #MakeKindnessTheNorm

11.01.2022 Lest we forget

10.01.2022 This week is Dementia Action Week and Dementia Australia are sharing tips and resources to help us better understand dementia and support people living with dementia to continue to live well. If you're keen to educate yourself, a good starting point is understanding the types of discrimination people with dementia face.

09.01.2022 Our Japanese Club is back on! Just in time for #NationalUnityWeek, we have a new COVID-safe plan in place including translated information and smaller group numbers to make sure everyone is comfortable and safe. Today we had some time for socialising, did a little zumba (pictured) and had a delicious lunch. Our customers were happy to be reunited! Does your cultural group need support with a COVID-safe plan? We can help! Contact our Program Coordinator Jennie Burton at [email protected] for assistance.

09.01.2022 New roles in Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast! We are looking for NDIS Community Connectors to join our team. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of people living with diabilities, have experince working with multicultural communities and possess knowledge of the NDIS, you may be who we're looking for! Apply for Gold Coast: https://www.seek.com.au/job/50426796... Apply for Sunshine Coast: https://www.seek.com.au/job/50426847

08.01.2022 What a wonderful and unexpected reunion we had today! Demetre (centre) and his wife Elizabeth (left) joined our Friday Wellness Centre Group for the first time today to connect with more of the Greek community As soon as they arrived, they had a surprise when they were reunited with Irene (right), who they have known for over 60 years but hadn't seen in a long time. Irene was one of the first people the couple met back in Melbourne when they first arrived in Australia decades ago and they have attended many of the same Greek activities and events over the years. The trio are actually all from the same hometown - Thessaloniki - but only met after they had all immigrated to Australia. Demetre and Elizabeth were not expecting to see such a familar face on their first day with us, what a small and magical world!

08.01.2022 Some restrictions in the Gold Coast have eased as of 8am this morning. Please read the update from QLD Health for more information.

07.01.2022 New restrictions extend to the Gold Coast from 8am tomorrow. Stay safe everyone!

07.01.2022 The theme of #DementiaActionWeek this year is "A little support makes a lot of difference". This statement is true for both people living with dementia and their carers. CÜRA's Dementia Respite Program offers centre-based, community and in-home respite services for working carers and their loved ones who are living with dementia or a neurodegenerative condition. Our flexible individual and group respite services are available six days per week to eligible participants. ... We have more spaces available in this program, so please get in touch with us to find out more! More information on the program is available here: https://bit.ly/308LZpL

07.01.2022 We're getting a bit fancy in our Wellness Centre this week! Here are some photos of our clients enjoying the delicious food prepared by our talented Chef Yedmy and our new volunteer Chef Maria.

07.01.2022 UPDATED ROADMAP: Further restrictions are changing in Queensland. From 4pm, November 17: Up to 50 people can gather in homes and public spaces across Quee...nsland Person limits in indoor premises will increase from 1 person per 4 square metres to 1 person per 2 square metres Up to 200 people can attend weddings and funerals, and all guests can dance at weddings, both indoors and outdoors Seated, ticketed indoor events like theatre, live music, cinemas and sports can increase patron numbers from 50% to 100% Outdoor events can have up to 1,500 people attend with a COVID Safe Event Checklist Open air stadiums can increase seated capacity from 75% to 100% with a COVID Safe Plan Outdoor dancing will be allowed, including at events like outdoor music festivals or in beer gardens It is still important that Queenslanders remain vigilant. Stay 1.5 metres away from other peoplethink two big steps Wash your hands lots with soap and water, or hand sanitizer Sneeze or cough into your arm or a tissue. Then put the tissue in the bin.

05.01.2022 Today is R U OK? Day in Australia, a day when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with life’s ups and downs. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. You don’t have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says they’re not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before they’re in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life.

04.01.2022 Free poetry event this Friday night! Gran Slam LIVE is a free, interactive, slam poetry event for all lovers of words, live streamed direct to the comfort of your own home, presented by EverybodyNOW and Feros Care This bold affair will be hosted by award-winning comedian, Jenny Wynter, with special guest appearances by renowned spoken word poets Luka Lesson and Sarah Temporal and music by Gordon Hamilton and Tom Thum. BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE.. the stars of the show are a raz...or-sharp collective of Gran Slamming Poets (who just happen to be between 60 and 99 years young). Tune in and Turn it Up on Friday November 27th for a BIG night IN! REGISTER HERE: https://events.humanitix.com/gran-slam-live

03.01.2022 Public Health Alert Anyone who has been to the locations provided in the link below during the times given, should monitor their health and, if they devel...op even the mildest of COVID-19 symptoms, stay home and get tested. For an extensive list of locations, times and dates, please visit: https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing. The most up-to-date reliable information is available on the Queensland Health website at www.health.qld.gov.au/coronavirus

03.01.2022 Beautiful message from Queensland Health

02.01.2022 Public Health Alert: Brisbane The Queensland Government is asking the Brisbane community to monitor their health and get tested following the identificati...on of a positive case in a quarantine hotel employee. The patient was unknowingly infectious from 2 January 2021 and tested positive for COVID-19 on 6 January 2021. Early information on the patient's movements is available below. Those who have been to these locations during these time periods, regardless of whether they have symptoms, are asked to come forward for testing and isolate until they receive their results. Critically, even if a negative test result is received, people are asked to continue to monitor for symptoms and get retested if necessary. Saturday 2 January - 7am - Train from Altandi station to Roma street Saturday 2 January - 4pm - Train from Central Station to Altandi station Sunday 3 January - 11am -12pm - Woolworths, Calamvale North Tuesday 5 January - 7.30am - 8am - Coles, Sunnybank Hills Shoppingtown Tuesday 5 January - 8am - 8.15am - Nextra Newsagent Sunnybank Hills Shopping Town Further contact tracing details will be released to the public from Queensland Health as more information becomes available. For anyone with concerns or is unsure if they need to get tested or isolate, please call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84). To find your nearest testing clinic, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing You can also visit our bot to find your closest testing location https://qld.health/TestLocator The list of contact tracing locations is available at https://www.qld.gov.au/health/covid-19/contact-tracing

01.01.2022 Sunshine Coast! We're looking for a Care Advisor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising Home Care Workers and ensuring our customers receive holisitc and flexible care that makes their lives better. Must hold a Certificate Level IV in Aged/HACC/Health/Social Services and 3 years' experience in a similar role.... Please share if you know anyone who is looking for a fulfilling role in a growing industry! Applications close 2 November 2020. Apply via seek or on our website: https://www.mccgc.com.au/career/cura-cares-for-your-career/