AUGUST2018

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CONTACT US120 King Street

Randwick NSW 2031 • Phone 8345 9147

• Fax 8345 9226 • ABN 52 128 778 745

www.burgercentre.com.au

Your key to Independence

A partnership between JewishCare and Montefiore

The Burger Centre is funded by the Commonwealth Department

of Health and Ageing and the Jewish Communal Appeal

(JCA)

BURGER CENTRE

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Welcome to our August newsletter

The Hydrotherapy pool has had its annual maintenance and tune up and is ready for action with a very popular and growing Hydro Cise classes that run 3 days a week. In all we run 7 classes a week across 3 days and continue to be inspired by all who attend, come rain, wind or sunshine. Our instructors Peter, Jane and Idelma continue to be overjoyed each week watching so many walking out of the pool at the end of the class with less pain, more smiles and greater movement, as they say the power of water is just remarkable! If you haven’t tried our classes, there is no better time than now.

In this month’s newsletter we have highlighted our recent outing to Manhattan Bowling Mascot and wish to thank the staff who were so accommodating and helpful. For many TenPin Bowling was a “thing of the past” yet on this outing it was in the moment and plans for future trips back to the lanes are underway. Strike, spares and high fives were plentiful as were the smiles, laughter and all round feeling of achievement that this sport of our youth very much became our sport of today.

In July we welcomed a range of speakers, the NSW Fire Service to update us on the latest development and technologies regarding Fire Safety, smoke alarms to the timely winter reminder of the risks involved in using electric blankets and not turning them off

before getting into bed. Yair Miller OAM Chairman of UIA gave a wonderful update and insight to the current work of UIA and developments in Israel, Donna Sife presented on NAIDOC week, Jane Braunstein spoke about Dental Hygiene and its importance and we finished the month with an outing to the Powerhouse Museum. I do wish to give special thanks to Beverley from Larua Kincade who welcomed our large group with open arms and enormous warmth.

In August we look forward to welcoming Dana Pinhasov visiting from Israel with the support of ZDVO, who will share her inspiring story, Ilona Lee AM will speak about the organisation Plus 61J. Live music is back in Augusta and our special tour outing to the Museum in Victoria Barracks is filling fast.

AUGUST BIRTHDAYS ROBERT BOSTON

EDITH FAUX

KEN HACKER

TATIANA IOFFE

ANNA IKHILEVITCH

NINA IZMAILOVA

JAN KAPLAN

ELENA KARAZERIS

JANE MARJANOVIC

DOREEN MOULOS

MARIA PEKKER

THEA RIESEL

ROY WOOLF

MYER ZULAIKHA

RALPH COHEN

GUENNADI OUMANSKI

EVUENIA OUMANSKAIA

ALEX BOYARSKI

EFIM SOLOVEI

VLADIMIR VOLPERT

We look forward to sharing your ideas and enjoying a whole array of programs.

Why miss your Burger Centre day ?With so much on offer at the centre on any day, we encourage you to try book alternative days for appointments.

As the August winds are thrust upon us, it’s a timely reminder to all of us ensure we have jackets and scarves to keep ourselves warm when going out, take off when indoors to allow our bodies to adjust to the different temperatures, and keep the colds and flu at bay.

Before signing off for the month an enormous vote of thanks to our volunteers. Week in, week out, all year round you support our programs from transport to set up, outings, musical soirées, discussions and everything in between. Thank you for your passion, empathy, talents and skills you bring each week. We look forward to honoring and celebrating you at our upcoming Volunteer recognition morning tea at the end of this month. Special welcome back to Sandra, Rose, and Michael whom have returned from their travels.

Until next month, stay warm, enjoy this edition of our Burger Centre news and keep smiling

Bronwyn

Important Closure Dates for September 2018

Monday 10th – Rosh HashanahTuesday 11th – Rosh HashanahWednesday 19th – Yom KippurMonday 24th – Succot Day 1Tuesday 25th – Succot Day 2

A few Musical Highights I N AU G U S T

Guest Speakers I N AU G U S T

Samantha CoatesPianist - melodies old and new

Thursday 14th August

Keff Mc Cullogh has always been a great

drawcard and entertains on the keyboard for you.

Thursday 16th August

Tuesday 7th – Carolyn Saunders – Exercises to reduce falls presentation.

Tuesday 14th – Ilona Lee AM – Plus 61J An organisation of difference.

Tuesday 21st – Dana Pinhasov ZDVO – Guest speaker from Israel.

My Health Record – Australian Government

Information for you and your families This year, every Australian will get a “My Health Record” unless you tell the Australian Department of Health you don’t want one.

What is it? A My Health Record is an online summary of your health information. It can be accessed at any time by you and your healthcare providers. This means that, whether you’re visiting a GP for a check-up, or are in an emergency room following an accident and are unable to talk, healthcare providers involved in your care can access important health information, such as:

allergies medicines you are taking medical conditions you have been diagnosed with pathology test results like blood tests.

This can help you get the right treatment.

What if I don’t want one? If you don't want a My Health Record, you will be able to opt out of having one created for you during a three-month period in 2018. This period will run from 16 July to 15 October 2018. It’s not possible to opt out of having a My Health Record before this period starts on 16 July 2018. Australians can cancel their My Health Record at any time after the end of the opt out period – or create one, if they opted out. We will notify you closer to the 16 July 2018 about how you can opt out.

How do I get more information? You can speak with Bronwyn - Senior Manager Burger Centre or go to the My Health Record website - https://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au/for-you-your-family

ZDVO AWARENESS WEEK 19th - 26th AUGUST 2018

Meet DANA PINHASOV our brave Israeli

heroine

NOTICEBOARD

In February 1996, Dana Pinhasov,

a 21-year-old Israeli Border Police

officer, boarded the No. 18 bus

en-route to her army base. As the

bus approached the Jaffa Gate, a

suicide bomber detonated a 10kg

bomb killing 26 people and critically

injuring dozens more.

ZDVO@ZDVO.COM

Hear Dana’s inspirational story of survival at The Burger Centre

on Tuesday 21st August 2018at 11:30am

ZDVO Beit Halochem Australiasupports Dana’s rehabilitationas well as Israel’s 51,000 braveinjured soldiers and innocentvictims of terror through itsBeit Halochem centres locatedin Israel.

My Health Record – Australian Government

Information for you and your families This year, every Australian will get a “My Health Record” unless you tell the Australian Department of Health you don’t want one.

What is it? A My Health Record is an online summary of your health information. It can be accessed at any time by you and your healthcare providers. This means that, whether you’re visiting a GP for a check-up, or are in an emergency room following an accident and are unable to talk, healthcare providers involved in your care can access important health information, such as:

allergies medicines you are taking medical conditions you have been diagnosed with pathology test results like blood tests.

This can help you get the right treatment.

What if I don’t want one? If you don't want a My Health Record, you will be able to opt out of having one created for you during a three-month period in 2018. This period will run from 16 July to 15 October 2018. It’s not possible to opt out of having a My Health Record before this period starts on 16 July 2018. Australians can cancel their My Health Record at any time after the end of the opt out period – or create one, if they opted out. We will notify you closer to the 16 July 2018 about how you can opt out.

How do I get more information? You can speak with Bronwyn - Senior Manager Burger Centre or go to the My Health Record website - https://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au/for-you-your-family

AVIV PROGRAM AUGUST 2018 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

Russian Speaking Day THURSDAY1 10.30 Morning Tea11.00 Chess Club Walking Group Stretch and Movement 11.30 Shalom Aleichem Life story and

his book – Discussion with Julia 11.30am Outing to Elizabeth bay –Natalia 12.30 Lunch1.30pm Quiz – Pick up the numbers with

Natalia

210.30 Morning Tea 11.00 Stretch and movement Rummy Tiles Bridge club.11.30am Guest speaker

Ross Scott: Be Wise With Medication

12.30pm Lunch1.30pm The Life of

Marilyn Monroe with Lisa

710.30 Morning Tea11.00 Guest speaker – Carlyon

Saunders – Physiotherapist – Benefits exercise to reduce falls

Rummy Tile Group Computer training with Neil11.40 Golden oldies musical hour with

Kane 12.30 Lunch1.30 All about Lucille Ball –

Celebrating her birthday with Lisa.

810.30am Morning Tea 11.00 Walking and Stretch club Chess Club 11.00 Live Performance Stas on the

Saxophone 12.30 Lunch1.30pm Bingo Poetry with Rita on Balcony/ Cards

9 10.30 Morning Tea 11.00 Outing to Victoria Barracks Museum

Tour – Early pick up - Morning tea and picnic lunch included

11.00 Exercises with Exercise Physiologist Rummy Tiles Group Bridge Club 11.30 The Life and works of Enid Blyton12.30 Lunch1.30pm World Indigenous day with Lisa

1410.30 Café Burger11.00 Computer Class with Neil Rummy club Exercise physiologist Outing to Sydney Fish market

with Jackie.11.30 Guest Speaker Ilona Lee AM Plus

61J – An organisation of difference 12.30 Lunch1.30pm Dancing Styles – Discussion with

Lisa

1510.30 Morning tea and Welcome 11.00 Physical Activity Chess Club11.30 Guest speaker Bella Tzimbler –

Librarian City of Sydney Library 12.30 Lunch1.30 What’s happened in August with

Natalia

16 10.30 Morning Tea 11.00 Burger Bridge Club Rummy Club Exercises with Shosh 11.30 Keff MC Cullogh entertains on his

keyboard 11.30 Art project – ‘Wild landscapes’.

Monoprinting with Annie 12.30 Lunch1.30 General Knowledge Quiz with

Shosh

2110.30 Morning Tea11.00 Exercise Physiologist. Rummy Tile club Computer class with Neil11.30 ZDVO - Guest speaker from

Israel - Dana Pinhasov: My story in my own words

12.30 Lunch1.30pm News of the Moment with Jackie

2210.30 Morning tea and Welcome 11.00 Exercise Chess Club11.30 ‘‘My childhood city’’ – discussions

with Elena12.30 Lunch1.30 Humour and Laughter with Julia

2310.30 Morning Tea 11.00 Burger Bridge Club Rummy Club11.30am Great Piano pieces – from

Beethoven to Liszt A program by Annie 12.30 Lunch1.30pm Controversy Cnr with Shosh

2810.30 Morning Tea11.00 Exercise Physiologist. Rummy Tile club Computer class with Neil11.15 Emanuel Preschool – Kormehl

performance12.30 Lunch1.30 Soul Stories with Jackie

2910.30 Morning tea and Welcome 11.00 Exercise Chess Club11.30 Vienna – City of Music with Elena12.30 Lunch1.30 The History of gambling – Julia

3010.30 Morning Tea 11.00 Burger Bridge Club Rummy Club11.15 Emanuel Preschool Kormehl Performance12.30 Lunch1.30 Happy Birthday Gene Kelly with Lisa

KINNERET PROGRAM AUGUST 2018 MONDAY TUESDAY WED Russian

Speaking DayTHURSDAY FRIDAY

110.30 Morning Tea11.00 Exercise 11.30 Famous Russian

actors with Natalia

12.00 ‘’surprise box’’ – Natalia

12.30 Lunch1.30 Bingo

2 MONTE SHOP 10.30 Morning Tea11.00 The life of

Marilyn Monroe a pictorial discussion with Yvonne

12:00 Tai chi with Danny

12.30 Lunch1.30 Bird Quiz with

Mel.

310.30 Morning Tea11 Movement & music 11.30 Table Tennis Reminiscence Proverbs & Sayings 11.30 Bread making/

Challah baking12.15 Kalabbat Shabbat 12.30 Lunch1.30 Bingo Hand Massage Men’s Shed

610.30 Morning Tea11.00 Outing to Beare park

– Elizabeth Bay with Yvonne

11.30 The achievements of Lucille Ball with Gabriella.

12.15 Lunch Bingo, Dominos, Puzzles 1.15 Name that tune with

Mel. Prints from nature

with Annie individual activities &

massage with Gabriella

7 MONTE SHOP 10.30 Morning Tea11.00 Physical Exercise Scrabble Session 11.30 Kane entertains

for your entertainment.

12.30 Lunch1.30 Plants with Animal

names Quiz with Lisa

Chess/Checkers/ Dominoes Men’s shed with

Mally

8 10.30 Morning Tea11.00 Garden walk &

talk 11.30 English words

with Lisa & Natalia

12.00 “My favourite meal’’ with Rita

12.30 Lunch1.30 Domino/

910.30 Morning Tea11.00 Composer -

John Williams his life in words - A discussion with Yvonne

12.00 Tai Chi with Danny

12.30 Lunch1.30 The world for

Left Handers – Discussion with Mally

1010.30 Morning Tea11.00 Movement/ walk in

garden11.30 Challah baking.1.30 The EKKA ,QLD

agricultural show. with Gabriella Men’s shed

1310.30 Morning Tea11.00 Sayings & Proverbs

with Gabriella Exercise with Mel Table Tennis 12.15 Lunch Service 1.15 Celebrating the Music

of the The Seekers with

Yvonne Bananarama with

Gabriella Hand massages

1410.30 Morning Tea11.00 Balance & stretch

with Phyllis11.30 A Play on Words

with Mally 12.30 Lunch1.30 What is missing?

with Yvonne

15 10.30 Morning Tea11.00 Exercise on

balcony 11.30 The history

of gambling – discussion with Julia

12.30 Lunch1.30 Music program

with Rita

16 10.30 Morning Tea11.00 The Music &

times of Barry Manilow with Mel.

11.30 Live musical performance by Keff Mc Cullogh

12.30 Lunch1.30 The EKKA, QLD

agricultural show with Gabriella

1710.30 Morning Tea11.00 News & views11.30 Bread/ Challah

baking12.30 Lunch1.30 Sing a long with

Mally

2010.30 Morning Tea11.30 Jacarandas & Verandas

with Mel 12.15 Lunch1:15 Travels of yester year

with Gabriella Men’s Shed Dominoes

2110.30 Morning Tea11.00 Stretch with Phyllis

Snooker Championship

11.30 Fascinating creatures of the sea with Gabriella.

12.30 Lunch1.30 Quiz/proverbs/

gardening & Men’s shed

2210.30 Morning Tea11.00 Olympic games-

Fitness 11.30 A Hero of Our

Time – Mikhail Zhvanetskiy –Elena

12.30 Lunch1.30 Reminiscence

“My school time’’ – Rita

2310.30 Morning Tea11.00 News & Views11.30 Samantha Coats

– classical pianist ©

12.00 Tai Chi with Danny

12.30 Lunch1.30 Gardening/ Men’s

shed Scrabble

2410.30 Morning Tea11.00 Popcorn making11.30 At the Movies:”

The Sound of Music” on the big screen

12.30 Lunch1.30 Bingo with Mel;

Puzzles & table tennis.

2710.30 Morning Tea11.00 Movement & Rythm11.30 Bobby Darrin’s hits

with Gabriella.12.15 Lunch1.15 Floristry with Mel Bingo, Dominos, Puzzles

2810.30 Morning Tea11.00 Stretch with Phyllis11.30 Emanuel Preschool

– Kormehl performance

12.30 Lunch1.30 Citizenship test

with Gabriella

2910.30 Morning Tea11.00 Exercise 11.30 Charlie Chaplin

– forever – Julia 12.30 Lunch1.30 Art & Craft –

Lisa

3010.30 Morning Tea11.00 Music of the 60’s;

70’s & 80’s - with Mally

11.30 Emanuel Preschool Kormehl

Performance12.30 Lunch1.30 Acronyms -

Yvonne

3110.30 Morning Tea11.00 movement/dance

with music/ walk in the gardens

11.30 bread making/challah baking

12.30 Lunch1.30 Guess that famous

tune

Capturing

SOME OF OUR JULY HIGHLIGHTS

Ten pin bowling outing

Challah baking - A Friday Shabbat favourite Music therapy with Eddie Bronson

Our resident creative artist

Lester Abrams has been creating

Watch Part Masterpieces for

the Centre and for family and friends

since 2013. This magnificent owl is Lester’s latest

creation on display. Please come and admire our new

friendly owl in the Art Room

Discussion with Mendy about the work of Hatzollah

Art expression with volunteer Lea’s support

Birthday celebrations

Ashley and Kath enjoying word challenge

Music soirée by Ben Ellis

Yair Miller OAM CEO UIA giving an Israel update

103 Years Ago

– SOME INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LIFE THEN.The year is 1915 “One hundred & three years ago”. What a difference a century makes!

Here are some statistics for the Year 1915:

The average life expectancy for men was 47 years.

Fuel for cars was sold in chemists only.

Only 14 percent of the homes had a bath.

Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone.

The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.

The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower.

The average British wage in 1915 was £15 per year!

A competent accountant could expect to earn £800 per year.

A dentist £900 per year.

A vet between £600 and £900 per year.

And, a mechanical engineer about £2000 per year.

More than 95 percent of all births took place at home

Ninety percent of all Doctors had no university education!

Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of which were condemned in the press AND the government as “substandard.”

Sugar cost two pence a pound.

Eggs were 10 pence a dozen.

Coffee was five pence a pound.

Most women only washed their hair once a month, and, used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.

Canada passed a law that prohibited poor people from entering into their country for any reason.

The Five leading causes of death were:

1. Pneumonia and influenza

2.. Tuberculosis

3.. Diarrhoea

4.. Heart disease

5.. Stroke

The American flag had 45 stars.

The population of Las Vegas, Nevada was only 30.

Crossword puzzles, canned beer, and iced tea hadn’t been invented yet.

There was neither a Mother’s Day nor a Father’s Day.

Two out of every 10 adults couldn’t read or write and, only 6 percent of all British

pupils went to university.

Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were all available over the counter at local corner

chemists.

Back then chemists said, “Heroin clears the complexion, gives buoyancy to the mind, regulates the stomach, bowels, and is, in fact, a perfect guardian of health!” (Shocking?)

Eighteen percent of households had at least one full-time servant or domestic help...

There were about 230 reported murders in the ENTIRE U.S.A.! In 2014 this figure had risen to 14,249.

In the UK the murder rate in 1915 was 1420. In 2015 it was 537.

Unlock the Codee.g. 26 L of the A = 26 letters of the alphabet

26 L of the A

7 D of the W

7 W of the W

12 S of the Z

66 B of the B

52 C in a P

13 S in the USF

18 H on a GC

39 B of the OT

5 T on a F

24 H in a D

90o in a RA Answers on next page spread

You are in good hands

Wellness

BENEFITS OF AQUAROBICS FOR SENIORS.When we enter our senior years, we face the challenge of doing enough physical activity to keep fit while avoiding injury from falls and joint issues. Aquarobics or water aerobics, along with other water-based exercises, can be the perfect answer to this dilemma. Aquarobics is an effective way to keep active, especially if you have chronic health conditions such as arthritis, joint problems, and circulation issues.1

Here, we look at some of the benefits aquarobics can provide for seniors who want to stay active.

Works out the heart muscles

Although it’s low impact in nature, aquarobics – which involves traditional aerobics modified for level water – is suitable for taking heart rate up.As we advance in years, it’s more important than ever to work out our heart muscles and improve circulation. Water-based exercises offers resistance training through the hydrostatic pressure of water across the whole body surface, which offers additional benefits for balance, coordination, and mobility. This light aerobic capacity of aquarobics can reduce the risk of heart disease, an important consideration for seniors.

Enhances balance and coordination

A natural effect of advancing years is reduced coordination, and aquarobics – along with the water’s supportive functions for the human body – can counteract this. Seniors who are experiencing poor coordination can continue working on building balance and expanding their strength and physical control in

safer, more supportive conditions.

Aquarobics exercises the entire body, allowing individuals to cultivate improved co ordination and control and range of movement.

Easy on the joints

Unlike running and on-land aerobics, aquarobics is easy on the joints. The buoyancy of water supports the weight of the body and mitigates against the impact of gravity, which allows the exerciser to land easily. The reduced impact on the knees, hips, back, and ankles gives aquarobics a protective quality when it comes to more delicate joints, tendons, and ligaments, thereby reducing the risk of injuries and damage such as muscle soreness, stress fractures, and even broken bones.

Reduces risk of injury

For seniors, one major risk associated with exercise is that of falling, which can arise from a decline in balance along with bone fragility. For some seniors, this is quite pronounced to the degree that it limits their exercise options. The supportive quality of water makes it easier for seniors to stay balanced when in the water, and stops short what would otherwise be a high-impact fall even when we do lose our balance in the water.

Weight loss and metabolism

With increasing rates of obesity and being overweight in Australia is a major contributor to the burden of disease. Seniors, who are at higher risk of developing chronic disease need to look to staying active as part of their weight-control efforts. Studies indicate aquarobics and other water-based physical activities can increase metabolism.

Research shows that water-based exercises such as aquarobics have major benefits for people who are overweight or obese.For example, as water offers more resistance than air, simply walking in water will

burn more calories than regular walking. Likewise, underwater treadmills offer more weight-loss benefits than land-based treadmills.

Recovery from injury

For seniors recovering from a fall or on rehabilitation from operations such as hip replacements, aquarobics can be a suitable form of exercise. The water provides a degree of buoyant support that enables you to stay active and exercise your joints and muscles without the heavy impact and strain of land-based physical activity. With the guidance of your doctor, you may find that aquarobics and water-based activities such as walking, arm reaches, leg raises, and swimming to be relatively painless and restorative.

Social benefits

Socialisation is associated with positive health impacts for seniors. Group aquaponics classes provide a socialisation benefit, which can be a motivator for people of all groups to try and maintain new exercise regimes. Seniors can enjoy exercising with others as well as the opportunity to develop new friendships that go beyond classes. In addition, the social nature of group classes can encourage you to maintain your exercise program, so if you are more likely to continue with an ongoing exercise routine because you enjoy working out and meeting others, aquaponics is the place for you.

Thanks to Australian Seniors/ Better Health Channel.

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C A L L U S O N 1 8 0 0 2 5 1 5 3 7W W W. M O N T E F I O R E . O R G . A U

Answers to “Unlock the Code”

26 letters of the alphabet

7 days of the week

7 Wonders of the World

12 signs of the zodiac

66 books of the Bible

52 cards in a pack (w/out Joker)

13 stripes in the US flag

18 holes on a golf course

39 books of the Old Testament

5 toes on a foot

24 hours in a day

90 degrees in a right angle

UNDERSTANDING DEMENTIA: An introduction to dementia for family carers, this session explains the

types of dementia and the importance of diagnosis, early planning.

COMMUNICATION: This session looks at the changes in communication that occur for the person with dementia. It provides information of the problems that come about from communication breakdown and offers some suggestions for achieving better communication.

BEHAVIOURS: To provide carers with an understanding of the factors contributing to changes and how to respond to these changes in the behaviour of the person with dementia.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS: A broad overview of dementia for immediate and extended family and friends, wanting to know more about different types, signs, symptoms and progression of dementia. You will receive information about effective communication strategies, and explore a range of issues that impact upon your relationship.

Dementia Australia webinar series is for family carers only and excludes professional health care workers.

WEBINAR TIME COST DATES REGISTRATION

Understanding Dementia 1pm—2pm Free Wednesday 25 July 2018

Communication 10am—11am Free Thursday 23 August 2018

Family and Friends 12pm to 1pm Free Tuesday 18 September 2018

Behaviours 2pm—3pm Free Wednesday 24 October 2018

Communication 1pm—2pm Free Tuesday 20 November 2018

Family Carer Education SYDNEY

Dementia Australia NSW provides free-of-charge education and awareness to assist families and friends caring for a person with dementia. Excludes professional health care workers

PROGRAM DETAILS

3 DAY CARER PROGRAM

Dates: Tuesdays 28 August, 4 and 11 September 2018 Time: 10am—2.30pm

Topics: Day 1 The Nature of Dementia , Effective Communications and Activities Day 2 Understanding & Responding to Behaviours Day 3 The Impact of Dementia, Community Services and Planning Ahead

4 EVENING CARER PROGRAM

Dates: Time: Topics:

Wednesdays 7, 14, 21 and 28 November 2018 6pm to 8.30pm Evening 1 The Nature of Dementia Evening 2 Effective Communication and Activities Evening 3 Understanding and Responding to Behaviours Evening 4 Emotional Impact and Stress Management Community Services and Planning Ahead

FAMILY & FRIENDS

Dates: Wednesday 1 August 2018 OR Tuesday 23 October 2018 Time: 6pm - 8.30pm

Dementia awareness presentation to assist friends and extended family not in a direct caring role. This session provides information to strengthen the relationship with the person with dementia and helpful strategies for quality engagement. This program will also provide links to support services in your local area.

Venue: Dementia Australia NSW Dementia Memory & Community Centre 120 Cox’s Road North Ryde

All programs incorporate an understanding of dementia, strategies for maintaining effective communication and ways to promote independence, self esteem and enjoyment for you and the person with dementia. Programs and sessions are facilitated in an interactive group format to provide participants an opportunity to meet other carers, families and friends who share a similar experience. TO REGISTER CONTACT Phone: (02)8875 4640 or Email: nsw.education@dementia.org.au; Please call the Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre on 1800 059 059 if respite care is needed. GOLD COIN DONATIONS APPRECIATED All sessions include refreshments.

CONTACT Building 21, 120 Coxs Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113, P O Box 6042 North Ryde 2113 T (02) 9805 0100 F (02) 8875 4665 E nsw.education@dementia.org.au Regional Offices : Bega, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Sutherland, Wingecarribee, Illawarra and Blacktown

This program is supported by financial assistance from the Australian Government and the NSW Government

FAMILY CARER EDUCATION

UNDERSTANDING DEMENTIA: An introduction to dementia for family carers, this session explains the

types of dementia and the importance of diagnosis, early planning.

COMMUNICATION: This session looks at the changes in communication that occur for the person with dementia. It provides information of the problems that come about from communication breakdown and offers some suggestions for achieving better communication.

BEHAVIOURS: To provide carers with an understanding of the factors contributing to changes and how to respond to these changes in the behaviour of the person with dementia.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS: A broad overview of dementia for immediate and extended family and friends, wanting to know more about different types, signs, symptoms and progression of dementia. You will receive information about effective communication strategies, and explore a range of issues that impact upon your relationship.

Dementia Australia webinar series is for family carers only and excludes professional health care workers.

WEBINAR TIME COST DATES REGISTRATION

Understanding Dementia 1pm—2pm Free Wednesday 25 July 2018

Communication 10am—11am Free Thursday 23 August 2018

Family and Friends 12pm to 1pm Free Tuesday 18 September 2018

Behaviours 2pm—3pm Free Wednesday 24 October 2018

Communication 1pm—2pm Free Tuesday 20 November 2018

Family Carer Education SYDNEY

Dementia Australia NSW provides free-of-charge education and awareness to assist families and friends caring for a person with dementia. Excludes professional health care workers

PROGRAM DETAILS

3 DAY CARER PROGRAM

Dates: Tuesdays 28 August, 4 and 11 September 2018 Time: 10am—2.30pm

Topics: Day 1 The Nature of Dementia , Effective Communications and Activities Day 2 Understanding & Responding to Behaviours Day 3 The Impact of Dementia, Community Services and Planning Ahead

4 EVENING CARER PROGRAM

Dates: Time: Topics:

Wednesdays 7, 14, 21 and 28 November 2018 6pm to 8.30pm Evening 1 The Nature of Dementia Evening 2 Effective Communication and Activities Evening 3 Understanding and Responding to Behaviours Evening 4 Emotional Impact and Stress Management Community Services and Planning Ahead

FAMILY & FRIENDS

Dates: Wednesday 1 August 2018 OR Tuesday 23 October 2018 Time: 6pm - 8.30pm

Dementia awareness presentation to assist friends and extended family not in a direct caring role. This session provides information to strengthen the relationship with the person with dementia and helpful strategies for quality engagement. This program will also provide links to support services in your local area.

Venue: Dementia Australia NSW Dementia Memory & Community Centre 120 Cox’s Road North Ryde

All programs incorporate an understanding of dementia, strategies for maintaining effective communication and ways to promote independence, self esteem and enjoyment for you and the person with dementia. Programs and sessions are facilitated in an interactive group format to provide participants an opportunity to meet other carers, families and friends who share a similar experience. TO REGISTER CONTACT Phone: (02)8875 4640 or Email: nsw.education@dementia.org.au; Please call the Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre on 1800 059 059 if respite care is needed. GOLD COIN DONATIONS APPRECIATED All sessions include refreshments.

CONTACT Building 21, 120 Coxs Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113, P O Box 6042 North Ryde 2113 T (02) 9805 0100 F (02) 8875 4665 E nsw.education@dementia.org.au Regional Offices : Bega, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Sutherland, Wingecarribee, Illawarra and Blacktown

This program is supported by financial assistance from the Australian Government and the NSW Government

FAMILY CARER EDUCATION

HANDY NUMBERSJewishCare – ph 1300 133 660

Montefiore – ph 1800 978 711

Randwick/Waverley Community Transport – ph 9369 5366

Aged Care Rights Service – ph 9281 3600 (Mon – Fri 9.00 am to 4.40 pm)

COA – ph 9389 0035 (Kosher Meals on Wheels)

Interpreter Service (TIS) – ph 131 450 www.tisnational.gov.au

National Dementia Helpline – ph 1800 100 500

NSW Carer Support Line – ph 1800 242 636 (run by Carers NSW)

NSW Elder Abuse Helpline – ph 1800 628 221

Poisons Information Centre – ph 131 126 (24 hrs – 7 days a week)

South East Sydney Community transport – ph 8241 8000 www.sesct.org.au

The Junction Neighbourhood Centre – ph 9349 8200 Randwick Maroubra area

Seniors Rights Service 1800 424 079

My Aged Care – ph 1800 200 422 - One stop Aged Care information website: www.myagedcare.com.au

Burger Centre offers a range of social and wellness programs. For all enquiries call us on 8345 9147, email us at info@burgercentre.com.au or visit our website www.burgercentre.com.au

We always welcome feedback and suggestions. Please call Bronwyn on 8345 9223.