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MHA Care

Locality: Yarrawonga, Victoria

Phone: +61 1300 655 372

Address: 22 Orr Street 3730 Yarrawonga, VIC, Australia

Website: http://mhacare.org.au

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25.01.2022 Thanks to the generous spirit of our people, today were proud to launch the Yarra Golf Cares initiative. Yarra Golf Cares aims to support the local Yarrawonga ...and Mulwala communities through activities, sponsorships and donations. To kick start the program, our kitchen team, led by Executive Chef Paul Cohen, have been preparing special food packages for the Moira FoodShare and Yarrawonga Neighbourhood House. These small acts of kindness are the first step in an evolving program that aims to bring goodwill and community spirit to those most in need.

24.01.2022 COBRAM PAG What a THRILLER for our clients this morning. Getting their packages dropped off by the one and only Michael Jackson

24.01.2022 Cobram PAG ELVIS HAS LEFT THE BUILDING!! To deliver activity packages to our Pag clients..

23.01.2022 MHA Care is reopening! We have been business as usual in the community for the past few months, but now we are glad to announce that with the easing of restrictions, we will be opening our reception door again to our clients as of Monday 21st September. We will also be opening our Community Opp Shop on Monday 21st September and cant wait to see all of our customers and clients again!! All COVID safe precautions are in place and in line with guidelines, we all must be wearin...g masks, keeping 1.5 apart and being vigilant in hand hygiene. See you all soon!!! See more

23.01.2022 Over the last 12 months MHA Care Meals on Wheels Volunteers have delivered 28,809 main meals to those in the Moira Shire. Thank you to all to all those in Nathalia, Cobram, Yarrawonga and Numurkah for lending a helping hand to your communities.

22.01.2022 MHA Update Sorry! Not so much good news today, but it is in the best interests of our clients, staff and volunteers to keep everybody safe and healthy. We are all still working hard and providing all of our normal services, however there are a couple of key changes:... We have closed our Yarrawonga office door to protect everyone (payments can be made via bank deposit, cheque by post or over the phone with a credit card) We are giving our beautiful volunteers a hard earned break (and asking them to stay at home where they are safe) We have closed the Opp Shop until further notice (dont fear we will continue to help those needing essential items) Our Meals on Wheels will be delivered by our care workers whilst our volunteers put their feet up! Rememberwe are an essential service. We will continue to operate and help look after all our clients during this pandemic. Take care and stay in touch. The MHA Care Team

21.01.2022 While there are a number of confirmed Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Victoria there is a high probability that the virus will spread and impact more Victorians, including the north east. All of us can play our part in containing the spread of this virus by doing a couple of simple things. Protect yourself; The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is the same way you would protect yourself from catching flu or other respiratory illness: Wash your hands for at least 20... seconds with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based sanitiser with at least 60% alcohol. Cover your sneeze or cough with your elbow or with tissue and then wash your hands after you dispose of the tissue. Avoid close contact with people who are ill Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth Stay home if you are sick. See more

20.01.2022 Shout out to all our volunteers and those wishing to start their volunteer careers. Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community and come from all walks of life: working people, students and professionals, young people and retirees. With the MHA Op Shop re-opening, and meals on wheels continuing to grow with ease of restrictions, we need you. For those with a few hours to spare a week or a few days no matter your skill set , we would love to hear from you. Please call our Volunteer Coordinator to express your interest on (03) 5742 1111

20.01.2022 28 Days COVID-19 Free! Congratulations Victoria! The Store is cool with the Air-conditioner pumping we have 50% off today Friday 27 November 2020 until close of business tomorrow Saturday 28 November 2020. We’d love to see you come & find yourself a bargain.

20.01.2022 NATHALIA GRINNERS MHA care Nathalia Grinners commenced the year with an outing to the Numrukah Golf and Bowls culb for their monthly Morning Melodies entertainment. All the clients enjoyed the music provided with 2 brave ladies taking to the stage to sing. Lunch was delicious and we celebrated our wonderful staff member, Kayes birthday ( 21 again) We also caught up with our Cobram group. All agreeded it was a lovely way to start the year.

19.01.2022 Monday PAG headed to the Pioneer Museum located in Mulwala. Many of us had not had the pleasure of wandering round this wonderful place. It did not disappoint, so much to see and experience. Hats off to the men and women who have collectively brought this all together. By all means, if you have a spare hour or so, do yourself a favour and come and see for yourself.

19.01.2022 Cobram PAG Well Ive caught the odd client out still in there pyjamas when I go around delivering packages. So I thought Id join them. We also havent forgotten if our clients have a birthday. Terrys having a birthday so I also took him a little cupcake. Was lovely to see care worker Trish with him for his socialisation.

18.01.2022 You’ll see our careworkers in the community doing their part over this Queens long weekend, however our offices will be closed! A gentle reminder that only Personal Care and necessary services go ahead on a public holiday if your home care or other services happen to land on a public holiday, it will not go ahead and your next service will be the next scheduled. If you have any questions, give us a call on (03) 5742 1111

18.01.2022 NATHALIA PAG MHA care Nathalia Clients enjoyed a great day at the Echuca cinema where they watched Little Women. Lunch was at the Moama RSL.

16.01.2022 50% Off all stock TODAY Tuesday 23Nov20 until close of business Saturday 28Nov20 come on in & grab a bargain we’d love to see you!

16.01.2022 We’re celebrating seeing you all again tomorrow with a half price sale on everything! If it’s in stock it’s for sale! Looking forward to seeing you

16.01.2022 MHA Care Nathalia Activity groups are so excited to be back together again sharing their experiences while in lockdown. There was so much conversation and laughter in each group. The park area beside the creek was an ideal location for a cuppa and catch up followed by a walk to check out the new gym equipment. Our Wednesday group enjoyed a delicious meal provided by the Bridge Hotel. We even held our own Remembrance Day service by the creek. Each and every Client expressed their appreciation for the regular welfare checks and activity packs during the lockdowns.

15.01.2022 AND THE WINNER IS....Leah Kroezen! MHA Care had an impromptu Mothers Day draw last week to celebrate all of our wonderful workers, their mothers and special lady friends! Staff could enter the draw by sending in a photo of themselves as a mum, with their mum or with some significant others! Take a look at some of the great photos we received! What a great way to celebrate all of our workers, (male and female) and the great job they are currently doing! Congratulation...s Leah! A gorgeous box of goodies will be coming your way! Enjoy! See more

13.01.2022 NATHALIA PAG MHA care Nathalia PAG have had a very eventful month leading up to Christmas. Our swimmers had a very enjoyable end of year session. Our thanks go to instructor Lynda for her upbeat exercise programs which have us all laughing while we workout. Grinners Clients created some lovely Christmas Crafts to take home. Our combined Christmas party was well attended and our thanks go to Doug and Kaye of the Roving Roast, for all the beautiful meals they have supplied over the past year. Special thanks to Lynda Killmister, our retiring our 36 year + Community Care Worker and Pag Swimming helper for her dedication to Clients in Nathalia and districts. Thanks to to Kaye, Trish and Maude for their enormous help to make each Planned Activity session such a success. Merry Christmas to all and see you in 2020. Heather

12.01.2022 MHA UPDATE At MHA Care we realise that a large focus at the moment is how we manage the physical aspects of COVID -19. But we need to be aware that our mental health also needs to be well looked after. Whilst we continue to support our clients over the phone where visits/groups are not taking place, we know that some people will be finding the isolation and uncertainty difficult. At MHA Care we are operating during this time to provide best care. If you need any help with y...our daily living, please give us a call or have a look on our website: www.mhacare.org.au It is also important to know that you know you can access brilliant mental health care locally. These services can help you if you feel overwhelmed with worried or anxious thoughts. Please visit the Yarrawonga Health website for emergency and non-urgent support contacts. https://www.yh.org.au/Health/Mental-Health-Support-Contacts See more

11.01.2022 From 11:59pm Thursday 27 May: New changes have been introduced to slow the spread of COVID-19 by reducing the number of people leaving their homes and moving ar...ound Victoria. This means that you cannot leave your home unless you are doing it for one of the five following reasons: shopping for necessary goods and services care and caregiving exercise authorised work and permitted study to get a COVID-19 vaccination. Victorians may also leave home to visit their intimate partner, their single social bubble buddy, or in an emergency including those at risk of family violence. As of 11:59pm Thursday 27 May, you will be required to remain wherever you stay that night. There will be exemptions for some situations, including authorised work, medical care and compassionate reasons. You must stay within 5km of your home for shopping and exercise. This limit does not apply to authorised work, when giving or receiving care, getting a COVID-19 vaccination or visiting an intimate partner or your single social bubble buddy. Face masks must be worn indoors and outdoors whenever you leave your home. Face masks do not need to be worn indoors or outdoors if you are working alone. You can leave your home in an emergency or if there is family violence. These actions will protect our loved ones, friends, colleagues, health care workers and the community. For more information, visit: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/circuit-breaker-restrict

10.01.2022 Nathalia PAG! MHA care Nathalia staff, Volunteers and Clients were so excited to have there first outing in their new bus. We would like to thank Management and the Board for this purchase. It will be a wonderful asset to the clients of Nathalia and surrounds. On this auspicious occasion we made our way to the Picola Silo to check out the art work in progress. Morning tea was at the Picola Park Rotunda which already had its Christmas Tree up. We then motored to the Barmah Hotel for a delicious lunch. Thanks to Matt, Doug and Kitchen staff.

10.01.2022 ITS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK! WAVE YOUR APPRECIATION FOR OUR VOLUNTEERS! Even though our volunteers are enjoying a rest due to the coronavirus pandemic, we invite you to put your hand up and thank all the volunteers at MHA Care and around Australia by waving a special smile of appreciation from your own home. Upload your wave photo to our page and share using the hashtags #NVW2020 and #MHACare #VolunteeringAustralia

09.01.2022 MHA Update Stage 3 Restrictions Once again with the best interests of our clients, staff and volunteers to keep everybody safe and healthy we have again implemented the following key changes: We have closed our Yarrawonga office door to protect everyone (payments can be made via bank deposit, cheque by post or over the phone with a credit card) We have closed the Opp Shop until further notice (dont fear we will continue to help those needing essential items)... Were still open and very much available via phone if anyone needs us. We are all still working hard and providing all of our normal services Rememberwe are an essential service. We will continue to operate and help look after all our clients during this pandemic. Take care and stay in touch. The MHA Care Team

09.01.2022 MHA Update From drought & fires, to viruses, it feels like nature is putting us to the test this year. MHA Care would like to acknowledge the worry and uncertainty within our community and reassure you that our staff are fully qualified and trained to continue to work in your home during this time. Our carers will be taking all necessary precautions to ensure your safety. Our top priority is the safety and wellbeing of our staff, carers, clients and the families we work with.... We are continually reviewing all practices and assessing how best we can deliver our services while keeping everyone safe. MHA Care are in for the long haul and will continue to provide services where needed. Please ensure you stay up to date with information from reliable sources like World Health Organisation or the Australian Government Department of Health website. In these challenging and uncertain times lets look after others and take care of ourselves #COVID19 #Coronavirus #covid19au #community See more

09.01.2022 Some heart-warming news this afternoon! Its not very often we put Toliet paper in the same sentence as Meals But thanks to the generosity of Woolworths and the Nathalia Caravan Park, each MHA Care Meals on Wheels client will receive a 4 roll pack of loo paper. Its ironic, but we love that it will put a smile on our clients faces during this time! We have also had a donation of toilet paper from the Yarrawonga Mulwala Tourist Information Centre which has been allocated... to Moira FoodShare for those in need. A huge thanks also to the following local businesses for their generosity in supporting Moira FoodShare to look after our more vulnerable citizens and those individuals and families that have been impacted in these challenging times: Cobram RACV Caravan Park $930.00 in food vouchers, Sporties Barooga $2,500.00 in Easter Eggs and $1,500.00 in food, Club Mulwala $3,000.00 in food, J&C Macheta fresh Fruit, Kelly Brothers fresh vegetables and Mon Sauces Cobram sauces and tomato paste, Woolworths Cobram, Artisan Bakery Cobram and Breretons Bakery Bread. And thanks to our superstars from the Yarrawonga Community Opp shop, Lynne and Jeannine for doing the hard yakka at the Moira FoodShare shop front in Yarrawonga. Keep smiling everyone, there is a lot of good going on in our community! See more

08.01.2022 WORK WITH US! MHA Care is looking for Community Care Workers (PCAS). NUMURKAH, NATHALIA , COBRAM You will need:... A Cert III in Individual support/Aged Care/Disability A proactive and energetic approach to your work A love for helping the elderly remain independent in their homes We have a variety of positions available Casual and Part time, but ideally we are looking for staff with good day time availability for at least 3 days a week. If this is you, go to our website for more information https://www.mhacare.org.au/work-with-us/career-opportunities You must meet the qualifications in the position description, have a current police check, First Aid Certificate and Working with Childrens Check and apply by emailing [email protected]

07.01.2022 COBRAM PAG Its Xmas time again. What a big few weeks weve had. Weve been doing lots of Xmas activities. Weve taken our clients Xmas shopping. We had our Xmas nights lights tours last week. Big thanks to Barooga Sporties and Barooga Hotel for having us for dinner. The food was great and the staff were fantastic. And the Xmas lights around town are amazing. Our swimming program finished up on Monday. What a fun day we had. We even had Santa and Mrs Claus pop in and give out... pressies. And our Xmas Party yesterday. What a great day. Jackie Lee and Doug came to entertain us. It was fantastic. The big man in red came along. Our clients mingled and danced all day. Well thats a wrap for 2019. See you all again in 2020 with bigger and better things to come. We wish you all a Merry Xmas and a safe and Happy New Year. Jo, Trish, Carolyn, Nicole and Angela See more

07.01.2022 ATTENTION!! Clients, volunteers, family and friends of MHA We need YOU! ... Please spread the word that MHA Care is on Facebook! Due to COVID-19, we want to keep our MHA Care community informed and up to date. Please, invite any clients, employees, volunteers or family members to Like and Follow us during this isolating time so we can stay in touch. Thank you for your ongoing support from all of us here at MHA Care

07.01.2022 MHA CARE Q & A Hi MHA Care Community! We are opening the floor to you.... Do you have any questions for us? Is there anything we could be doing better during the Coronavirus crisis? What are some positive things MHA Care are currently doing? Do you feel you are getting adequate communication? Can we help answer any questions to alleviate some stress or anxiety? Either post a comment or send us a message, and well get back to you as soon as possible! See more

07.01.2022 MHA Care Yarrawonga Community Opp Shop MHA Care along with our staff and volunteers are pleased to announce that the Yarrawonga Community Opp Shop has reopened, and boy are we glad! Donations of goods from the community are welcome but we ask that if you are donating please keep in mind not to inundate the staff and ensure all donations are clean. If you are making a donation please do this between 9:30 am to 3:00 pm Monday to Friday.... Because we care about you, our staff, our volunteers and community, we will be adhering to strict COVID-19 measures as directed by the State Government requirements. Thank you to everyone for your ongoing support

06.01.2022 NATHALIA & COBRAM PAG MHA care Nathalia and Cobram water aerobic Clients had a fantastic day doing a work out to Australian songs. Clients came dressed in a variety of Aussie clothing/ Hats/Headwear. Blow up balls circulated the pool all through the session keeping everyone on their toes. Laughter filled the air and all were exhausted and ready for s feed at the Shamrock Hotel when finished. Huge thanks to Lynda (instructor) for her wonderful music selection and the program.

06.01.2022 COMMUNITY CARE WORKERS (PCAs) REQUIRED NOW Numurkah, Nathalia, Yarrawonga and Cobram ARE YOU:... Qualified with a Cert III/IV in Individual support/Aged Care or Disability Passionate about looking after the elderly? Proactive and energetic in your work approach? Looking for great supportive working conditions? MHA Care is Community organisation that looks after elderly and disabled people in their own homes. We are looking for Community Care Workers to help our clients to maintain independence in their homes. If this is you please go to www.mhacare.org.au/work-with-us/career-opportunities. A copy of the position description can be found on this website. Applications must address key selection criteria and close on Wednesday 26th August 2020. Email [email protected] with a copy of your resume, cover letter and key selection criteria.

05.01.2022 Cobram PAG For some reason not everyone was excited to see me on my package deliveries today.. Im not really sure why. Thank god Beryl was excited with me.. Go Pies

04.01.2022 A MESSAGE FROM OUR FAIRY GODMOTHER Since Covid 19 started weve had to close our Pag groups. Weve been thinking of ways we can help our clients as they are missing Pag and the socialisation. So we have got some clients some weekly In home Socialisation and were also doing up weekly activity packages to drop off to clients that would like them. So Ive spent this morning delivering packages. But I thought Id be the fairy god mother as well. Our clients were laughing and thought it was wonderful. It was so lovely to put a smile on there faces.

04.01.2022 Yarrawonga PAG celebrated the Festive Season with an all in together lunch at a local pub. Heres to many more memories and adventures in 2020

04.01.2022 The final video in the three part series that the team have been working on. Thank you to all our wonderful care staff who do so much giving back to those in the community!

04.01.2022 This week is National Volunteer week, which is when we take the time to say a huge thank-you to all the volunteers who provide support to our residents and our ...community and all the important work they do. Today we celebrated all of our volunteers in our community with MHA Care and Yarrawonga Neighbourhood House. Happy Volunteers Week! See more

04.01.2022 WORK WITH US! Service Support Officer Full time, ongoing position Yarrawonga based... We are seeking a Service Support Officer. For this role, you need to be ready to hit the ground running, enjoy providing corporate support to a team and also be interested in rostering and coordinating our clients with their carers. To be successful you will need have a background in office administration (rostering or coordinating services a plus), a ‘can do’ attitude, be organised with a customer service focus, flexible in a fast-paced environment and well-developed oral and written communication skills. For more information please go to: https://www.mhacare.org.au/work-with-us/career-opportunities A copy of the position description can be found on this website. Applications must include a resume, cover letter and address key selection criteria. Please email applications marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to [email protected] by COB Friday 20th November.

03.01.2022 Have you considered PAG? You should try it today! One of our many planned activities include gentle exercise in the local pools. With water reducing the effects of gravity on your body, enabling weight bearing joints including your lower back, hips, knees, and ankles to move freely its a great way to keep active. For further information about MHA Care Planned Activity Groups please call our Intake team on 03 5742 1111.

03.01.2022 Cobram PAG These two ladies have just celebrated a very special birthday. Both turned 90 this month. Happy 90th birthday Margaret and Jessie. We hope you both had a wonderful time celebrating with your family and friends.

01.01.2022 Cobram Pag Our Pag client Sue had a birthday. But not just a birthday. Sue was 80 on Saturday. What makes it even more special for me. Shes my mum. Happy 80th birthday mum

01.01.2022 Cobram PAG Some of our Pag clients are loving our activity packages and also the In home socialisation. Here we have Gloria who has made a lovely flower as one of the craft activities she received. Gloria has also donated a pack of A4 paper to Pag in appreciation of how MHA Care is helping her. Our Pag worker Carolyn has been with Gloria for one of her In home socialisations. Together they went for a walk, had a game of cards and did some puzzles. Also having a cuppa and a good old chat. Great to see our clients enjoying what were doing for them.

01.01.2022 Lets celebrate our local volunteer heroes during National Volunteer Week, the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly been a challenge for local groups to meet the c...alls for help. But they have made it work And they do, selflessly giving their time without hesitation as has been the case for MHA Care and its volunteers across the Moira shire. In fact, there are over 400 volunteers with the organisation, which provides home and community care services. It was an absolute honour catching up with the team recently to see and hear first-hand of the fantastic community work not just during the coronavirus pandemic but all the time. A heart felt thank you. Please join me in thanking our local volunteer heroes in our regions. #NationalVolunteerWeek

01.01.2022 Nathalia's Planned Activity Group Today MHA Care Nathalia's Planned Activity Group spent a restful few hours by the Broken Creek, sharing much laughter and conversation. After morning tea we took a leisurely walk to check out the new gym equipment. Then it was on to "Three Bells Cafe" for a lovely lunch under their huge elm tree that bathed the outside eating area in dappled light. Thanks Michelle for a delicious lunch!