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1 Manjimup Home and Community Care Wellness and Respite Community Centre June 2021 Consumer, Staff & Volunteers Monthly Newsletter HAVE A LOOK INSIDE Social Club Outings Boronia (Dementia) Club Activities Over 50’s Fitness Group Luncheon Men's Outings Tai Chi for Falls Prevention Crowea, Boronia, Autumn and Golden Oldies Club Activities

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Manjimup Home and Community Care

Wellness and Respite Community Centre

June 2021 Consumer, Staff & Volunteers Monthly

Newsletter

HAVE A LOOK INSIDE

Social Club Outings Boronia (Dementia) Club Activities

Over 50’s Fitness Group Luncheon

Men's Outings Tai Chi for Falls Prevention

Crowea, Boronia, Autumn and Golden Oldies Club Activities

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Thanks for your kind words Mary, we are so pleased that you enjoy our newsletter. If you ever visit Manjimup please feel free to come along and attend any of our activities. Regards Manjimup Home & Community Care Team

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Important Information.

Receipt books are a legal document.

Please check that the start and end time of your service is correct before you sign your receipt.

OFFICE CLOSURE INFORMATION

The Wellness and Respite Community Centre will be closed for an hour every Monday morning from 10.30am-11.30am for an office meeting.

On the 3rd Wednesday of the month, the Centre will be closed from 1:30 pm -2:30pm for our all of staff meeting”.

We apologise for any inconvenience but team meetings are necessary for quality improvement discussions and training needs.

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How many words can you make? Each word must contain the middle letter.

WEEKEND STAFF CONTACTS

If you receive support services on a weekend or public holiday and need to contact your support worker, please ring either mobile numbers listed below:

Phone 1: 0437 494 148 Phone 2: 0438 701 860

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

If you would like to give back to the community but not sure how/where…. Look no further; we require volunteers for a variety of roles such as transporting clients for appointments to Bunbury & Busselton, local appointments, and meals on wheels delivery. Other volunteering roles are also available such as helping out at our clubs, running our monthly raffles, cooking & other club activities. Please note: You will be provided with a work vehicle for transports to Bunbury or Busselton.

For further information please contact the on 97716 900

Why volunteer?

With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering can be enormous. Volunteering offers vital help to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, but the benefits can be even greater for you, the volunteer. The right match can help you to find friends, connect with the community, learn new skills, and even advance your career.

Giving to others can also help protect your mental and physical health. It can reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose. While it’s true that the more you volunteer, the more benefits you’ll experience, volunteering doesn’t have to involve a long-term commitment or take a huge amount of time out of your busy day. Giving in even simple ways can help those in need and improve your health and happiness.

1. Volunteering connects you to others.

2. Volunteering is good for your mind and body.

3. Volunteering can advance your career.

4. Volunteering brings fun and fulfilment to your life.

Benefits of volunteering: 4 ways to feel healthier and happier

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COVID-19 VACCINATION

How in-home and community aged care recipients and workers can get a COVID-19 vaccination

Information current as at 28 April 2021

The Australian Government is making it possible for older Australians and in-home and community aged are workers to get vaccinated quickly and safely.

There are currently two safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines available. AstraZeneca and Pfizer vaccines. Both vaccines are highly effective at preventing death and severe illness among people who contract COVID-19.

People receiving in-home & community care, and workers providing aged care services, will be offered a COVID-19 vaccine in line with the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation recommendations.

People aged 50 years and over will receive the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.

People aged under 50 years will receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.

All people aged 70 years and over are able to get a vaccine now. People aged 50-69 years will be able to get a vaccine:

from 3 May 2021 at GP respiratory clinics from 17 May 2021 at GP’s

Frequently asked questions

I’m not sure whether to get the vaccine, how can I decide?

While the COVID-19 vaccine is not mandatory, it is strongly recommended—especially for vulnerable Australians and those who care for them.

When you decide to receive a vaccine it’s important you understand the benefits and risks associated with both: Receiving the vaccine, and Not receiving the vaccine.

It is also important that you are aware of side effects that may occur. Understanding these benefits and risks can help you to make an informed decision.

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If you’re unsure, it’s a good idea to speak with your GP or other health professional.

Why are people 50 years and over receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine?

The risk of serious illness from COVID-19 far outweighs the potential risk of side effects from the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.

This is particularly the case for Australians aged 50 and over, who are far more vulnerable to severe impacts from COVID-19 than in young healthy people.

It’s important to know that the AstraZeneca vaccine: Is highly effective at preventing death and severe illness among

people who have contracted COVID-19 The incidence of the blood-clotting syndrome is very rare.

I am aged 50 years or over, can I wait longer and get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine?

Access to any COVID-19 vaccine approved for use in Australia is prioritised, ensuring those at greatest risk are vaccinated first.

Specific vaccines will be administered based on availability and clinical guidance on appropriate vaccines for people.

Can I get a flu vaccine at the same time as a COVID-19 vaccine?

It is recommended you wait 14 days between getting a flu vaccine and a COVID-199 vaccine. It is important to plan for both vaccinations. Your flu vaccination should occur: 14 or more days before your first Pfizer dose 14 or more days after your second (and final) Pfizer dose 14 or more days before or after your first AstraZeneca dose 14 or ore days before or after your second (and final) AstraZeneca

dose.

More information Visit health.gov.au/covid19-vaccines Call the National COVID-19 Vaccine helpline on 1800 020 080 View COVID-19 vaccine information in your language.

health.gov.au/covid19-vaccines

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Emma Chapman wearing Leonie Osboine’s late mum’s apron that has been kindly donated to the Wellness Centre. Leonie says the hand cro-cheted apron would have to be at least 50 years old.

Why don’t you join us for a delicious hot lunch at 12.00pm at the Wellness & Lifestyle Centre.

If you would like to book in for a meal please phone the office prior to the Tuesday of the particular week you would like to attend. Bingo starts at 1.00pm if you would like to stay for some fun.

MONTHLY MENU

3 June Cottage Pie served with vegetables. Dessert Apple pie & custard

10 June Roast pork, roast vegetables, cauliflower/broccoli cheese. Dessert jelly & fruit with ice cream 17 June Chicken & Vegetable soup served with crust bread. Dessert sticky date pudding & cream 24 June Roast pork, roast vegetables served with greens. Dessert fresh fruit & ice cream All meals are $12.00

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WORLD ELDER ABUSE DAY— 15 JUNE EVERYONE’S BUSINESS

If you experience, witness, or suspect elder abuse, call the free and confidential National Elder Abuse phone line for information, support and referrals. 1800 ELDERHelp (1800 353 374) In emergency, contact 000 Elder abuse is any act that causes harm or distress to an older person and is often carried out by someone they know and trust, such as a family member or friend. It is your right to live free from elder abuse I am treated with respect by family and friends I know how my money is being spent I choose what happens in my home Decisions about my life are in my best interest My will reflects my own wishes I know where my medication is If you answered ‘no’ to any of these statements, you may wish to talk to someone you can trust. 1800 ELDERHelp (1800 353 374)

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TAI CHI

Come and join in the fun. Novice or experienced, all abilities welcome.

WHEN: Every Wednesday 10.30 - 11.30

COST: $10.00

WHERE: Wellness and Respite Community Centre

The benefits of Tai Chi for seniors are incredible. A low-impact, relaxing form of exercise that only requires about 20 minutes a day and rewards your efforts. Tai Chi is an internal Chinese martial art in the sense that it focuses on mental and spiritual aspects integrated into movement. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. This practice is taught around the world as it is proven to help people to relax and feel better. Here are 12 amazing benefits of Tai Chi for seniors: Relieves physical effects of stress Promotes deep breathing Reduces bone loss in menopausal women Improves lower body and leg strength Helps with arthritis pain Reduces blood pressure Requires mind and body integration through mental imagery Accumulates energy by releasing endorphins rather than depleting it Enhances mental capacity and concentration Improves balance and stability by strengthening ankles and knees Promotes faster recovery from strokes and heart attacks Improves conditions of Alzheimer’s, Multiple Sclerosis, and

Parkinson's If you require more information please phone office on 9771 6900

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CARERS SUPPORT GROUP

WHEN: Thursday 17 June

WHERE: Wellness and Respite Community Centre

TIME: 10AM -12PM

COST: $12.00

If you are caring for a loved one and are in need of support or you just want to chat because you have been a carer, please come along and experience our nurturing carers group.

Allow yourselves to be pampered with some Tender Touch, share time with other carers and indulge in a delicious home made morning tea.

All discussions are confidential.

Please phone the office to book on 9771 6900

Carer Gateway

Welcome to the Carer Gateway Counselling Service.

Caring for a loved one is important work. Some days caring brings great joy, but some days it can be lonely or a little overwhelming. No matter, how you feel today, there is a counselling professional just a phone call away.

The Carer Gateway Counselling Service is a free service for carers. Each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, our professional counsellors are waiting to talk through the concerns you have and how you feel about your carer role. To learn more about how counselling helps cares, wat our video “Introducing the Carer Gateway Counselling Service”.

To find ideas to boost your wellbeing as a Carer, browse our Carer Wellbeing Fact Sheets by selecting the ‘Fact Sheets’ tab and browse our topic.

For more information about other Carer Services to support you, visit the Carer gateway website at www.caregateway.gov.au or call 1800 422 737 If you are distressed and need immediate support, please select the ‘Urgent Help’ tab for details of 24 hour crisis services.

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MEN’S OUTING

WHEN: Wednesday 2 June

WHERE: Wrights Bridge

TIME: Pick up Manjimup starts at 8am

COST: $25.00

Come along and enjoy a day out with mates in a lovely setting whilst sharing a tasty BBQ lunch.

Please be aware that numbers may be limited due to COVID social distancing requirements.

Bookings are essential; please contact the office on 9771 6900

MANJIMUP LADIES DAY OUTING

WHEN: Friday 25 June

WHERE: Quinninup Tavern

TIME: Pick up Manjimup starts at 11am

COST: $20.00

Come along and enjoy a nice meal at Quinninup Tavern; order off the menu on the day at own expense.

Please be aware that numbers will be limited due to COVID social distancing requirements, therefore only 8 seats available on the bus.

Bookings are essential; please contact the office on 9771 6900

MEN’S OUTING

WHEN: Wednesday 23 June

WHERE: Eaton Fair

TIME: Pick up Manjimup starts at 8am

COST: $20.00

Come along for a day out with mates.

Enjoy lunch at the café at your own expense.

Please be aware that numbers may be limited due to COVID social distancing requirements.

Bookings are essential; please contact the office on 9771 6900

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From July—Boronia Club will be operating Monday, Tuesday & Friday from 10am - 2pm

Due to West Australian Day public holiday Monday 7 June, Boronia Club will be held on Tuesday 8 June

The Boronia Club provides a warm homely environment aimed at meeting the needs of people living with dementia and their carers. Based on a wellness model, this home away from home provides an evidence based, therapeutic environment that seeks to maximize wellbeing.

Family carers can enjoy a short break from their caring role, confident in the knowledge that their loved one is enjoying a wonderful time with caring, staff and friends.

We provide a range of meaningful activities or just a space to enjoy company and interaction with others.

Boronia Club runs on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays with a pick up service beginning at 9.15am.

If you would like more information, please contact the Wellness & Respite Community Centre during office hours on 9771 6900

Your CHSP Home Care Service

Do you need more time allocated for your home care services?

Perhaps some extra time for a more thorough house clean?

Or some additional social support allowing time for a cuppa with your support worker?

Would you like more time allocated for your personal care so you don’t feel rushed?

Maybe you need more help around your yard and garden?

Manjimup Home and Community Care can provide you with that little bit extra which might make all the difference to your wellbeing and independence.

The additional cost will be minimal compared to the benefits that extra time will make.

Call the office on 97716 900 to discuss your extra care needs.

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Quiz Day

Put your thinking caps on

WHEN: Tuesday 1 June

WHERE: Wellness and Respite Community Centre

TIME: 10am—2.30pm

COST: $12.00 (includes morning tea) Lunch $12.00 (You are also welcome to BYO) Transport $6.00

If you enjoy challenging your brain with like minded people then this is an event for you!

The day will begin with morning tea, followed by a quiz and a delicious lunch.

Bookings are essential; please phone office on 9771 6900

Movie Afternoon

The Secret: Dare to Dream

WHEN: Tuesday 8 June

WHERE: Wellness & Respite Community Centre

TIME: Pick up starts 11.45am Venue 12.20pm

COST: $6.00 transport $4.00 movie & afternoon

Miranda Wells is a hardworking young widow who's struggling to raise three children on her own. A powerful storm soon brings a devastating challenge and a mysterious man, Bray Johnson, into her life. In just a few short days, Bray's presence reignites the family's spirit -- but he carries a secret that could change everything.

Please phone the office for bookings on 9771 6900

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Pizza & Pasta luncheon

WHEN: Tuesday 22 June

WHERE: Wellness & Respite Community Centre

TIME: Pick up starts 11am Venue 11.45am

COST: Lunch $20.00 Transport $6.00

Come along and enjoy a feast of pizza & pasta, while catching up with friends. Our luncheons are always very enjoyable, so do come along and join in the fun, and games especially if you haven’t been before.

Please phone the office for bookings on 9771 6900

Multicultural Morning

WHEN: Tuesday 29 June

WHERE: Wellness & Respite Community Centre

TIME: Pick up starts 9.30am Venue 10am - 12pm

COST: $7.00 Transport $6.00 Come along and enjoy some conversation with others who share the same language as you. Bring a plate of your traditional food to share for morning tea. Please phone the office for bookings on 9771 6900

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AUTUMN CLUB

WHERE: Quinninup Tavern

WHEN: Friday 11 June

TIME: Pick up CWA 11.15am

COST: $20.00

Numbers are still restricted due to social distancing requirements, therefore only 8 seats are available on the bus.

Come along and enjoy a nice meal at Quinninup Tavern; order off the menu on the day at own expense.

Bookings are essential; please phone the office on 9771 6900

GOLDEN OLDIES OUTING

WHERE: Quinninup Tavern

WHEN: Friday 18 June

TIME: Pick up Northcliffe Retirement Village 11am

COST: $20.00

Numbers are still restricted due to social distancing requirements, therefore only 8 seats are available on the bus.

Come along and enjoy a nice meal at Quinninup Tavern; order off the menu on the day at own expense.

Bookings are essential; please phone the office on 9771 6900

Over 50’s Exercise Group

Combine fun, dancing and fitness at the over 50’s Exercise Group

WHEN: Every Tuesday and Thursday

WHERE: Wellness and Respite Community Centre

TIME: 9am - 10am Followed by morning tea

COST: $2.00

For anyone over the age of 50, all fitness levels are welcome to join in. Please come along on the day or phone the office for more information on 9771 6900

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Easy and Safe Exercises for Seniors

Exercise is meant to improve your health, not cause you to get hurt. As always, check with your physician before starting any new exercise programs.

Chair Squats

1. Stand in front of a chair with your feet as far apart as your hips.

2. Bend your knees while keeping your shoulders and chest upright.

3. Lower your bottom so you sit down.

4. Then push your body back up to return to a standing position.

Wall Push-Ups

1. Stand in front of a sturdy wall, up to two feet away but as close as you need to.

2. Place your hands up against the wall directly in front of your shoulders.

3. Keep your body straight and bend your elbows to lean in towards the wall.

4. Stop with your face close to the wall and then straighten your arms to push your body away from the wall.

Single Foot Stand

1. Stand behind a steady, unmoveable chair and hold onto the back.

2. Pick up your left foot and balance on your right foot as long as is comfortable.

3. Place your left foot down and then lift up your right foot and balance on your left foot.

You are aiming to be able to stand on one foot without holding the chair for up to a minute

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2021 Wellness & Lifestyle Seniors Expo

The Wellness & Lifestyle Seniors Expo was held at the Wellness & Respite Community Centre on May 3. The event attracted around 50 seniors from Manjimup, Northcliffe, Pemberton, Collie & Perth. Seniors Expo hosted the following organisations: Alzheimers WA Indigo (formerly Independent Living) Better Life Centre Shalem

Better Life Centre had a wide variety of products and health equipment for sale and hire for seniors and people in rehabilitation recovery after injury and or surgery.

Shalem were kept busy with free health age checks whilst giving advice on diet and healthy liv-ing.

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Manjimup Home & Community Care would like to thank our valued volunteers: Colleen Eaton, Jo Bell, Janet Clarke and Yvonne Ganfield for their help in the kitchen, selling raffle tickets and general help throughout the day.

There was a wide variety of great raffle prizes on the day. Congratulations to all winners.

Domenic Fazioli won a Bromeliad plant which was kindly donated by Jan Foreman.

A free morning tea was provided and a delicious selection of soups & rolls was available which went down a treat.

2021 Wellness & Lifestyle Seniors Expo

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CROWEA & BORONIA CLUB MONTHLY ACTIVITIES PROGRAMME

Tue 1 Wed 2

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16)

Quiz Day (refer to page 14)

Men’s Outing (Refer to page 12)

TAI CHI

(refer to page 10)

Mon 7 Tues 8 Wed 9

Boronia Club (refer to page 13)

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16) (refer to page 14) Movie Afternoon

TAI CHI

(refer to page 10)

Mon 14 Tues 15 Wed 16

Boronia Club (refer to page

13)

Repair Café (Refer to page 2)

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16)

TAI CHI

(refer to page 10)

Mon 21 Tues 22 Wed 23

Boronia Club (refer to page

13)

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16)

Pizza & Pasta Luncheon

(refer to page 15)

TAI CHI (refer to page 10)

Men’s Outing (Refer to page 12)

Mon 28 Tue 29 Wed 30

Boronia Club (refer to page

13)

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16)

Multicultural Morning (refer to page 15)

TAI CHI

(refer to page 10)

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CROWEA & BORONIA CLUB MONTHLY ACTIVITIES PROGRAMME

Thurs 3 Fri 4 Sat 5

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16)

Lunch 12pm - 1pm If you require lunch remember to order

Bingo 1 - 3pm

Boronia Club

(refer to page 13)

Thurs 10 Fri 11 Sat 12 Over 50’s Exercise

Group (refer to page 16) Lunch 12pm - 1pm If you require lunch remember to order

Bingo 1 - 3pm

Boronia Club (refer to page 13)

Autumn Club Outing

(Refer to page 16)

Dunsborough Outing Pick up starts 8.00am

Drop home approx 4pm

Cost $20.00 Wildlife park $24.00

Thurs 17 Fri 18 Sat 19

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16) Carers support Group

(refer to page 11)

Lunch 12pm - 1pm If you require lunch remember to order

Bingo 1 - 3pm

Boronia Club (refer to page 13)

Golden Oldies Outing

(Refer to page 16)

Thurs 24 Fri 25 Sat 26

Over 50’s Exercise Group (refer to page 16)

Lunch 12pm - 1pm If you require lunch remember to order

Bingo 1- 3pm

Boronia Club (refer to page 13) Ladies Day Out

(refer to page 12)

Bunbury Movies Pick up starts 8.00am

Drop home approx 4pm

Cost $20.00

Please phone the office on

9771 6900 to book the

activities

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Waltzing Matilda—The story behind the song!

The bust ballad Waltzing Matilda is considered the unofficial national anthem of Australia. The background story to the song is quite intriguing.

The Background

In 1894 there was an industrial dispute and the sheep shearers went on strike. During the course of the strike, the woolshed at Dagworth station was set on fire killing over a hundred sheep. The owner, Bob Macpherson, and three policemen gave chase to one of the arsonists. He resisted capture and instead shot and killed himself at the local waterhole.

A few months later Banjo Patterson was visiting Dagworth Station and the McPherson family. Bob Macpherson told him the tory and it made an impression on him. When Bob Mcpherson’s sister Christina played him an old celtic folk tune called the Craigilee March, Banjo was inspired to set it to lyrics using the story of the swagman who killed himself rather than lose his freedom. And so the Waltzing Matilda was created.

However, there is another version of the story…

The Scandal

An alternative version recounts that Banjo was visiting Dagworth with his fiancé of eight years, Sarah Riley. Sarah’s best friend Christina Macpherson sat down at a zither—a flat-stringed instrument—and played a Scottish ditty called The Craigielee March. Banjo was immediately taken by the tune—and, it would seem, with Christina. He wrote the lyrics to the song that would become Waltzing Matilda, as Christina played the tune over and over. Their affair became a scandal and the engagement was called off. Both Sarah and Christina were left broken hearted and neither ever married.

Terminology

Swag—A rolled up blanket, containing personal belongings Waltzing—Wandering (The swagman waltzes as he looks for work) Billabong—A waterhole formed when rainwater is high Coolibah tree—A type of Eucalyptus that grows near rivers in Australia Billy—A pot, bucket or a can with a handle used to boil water Jumbuck— Sheep Tucker bag—A container for hunter game and other food Squatter—Landowner

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Waltzing Matilda Lyrics

The song is about an itinerant labourer (swagman) - who wanders through towns looking for work. Once a jolly swagman camped by a billabong Under the shade of a Coolibah tree And he sang as he watched and waited till his billy boiled, “You’ll come a Waltzing Matilda with me” Down came a jumbuck to drink at the billabong Up jumped the swagman and grabbed him with glee And he sang as he stowed that jumbuck in his tucker bag “You’ll come a Waltzing Matilda with me” Waltzing Matilda, Waltzing Matilda You’ll come a Waltzing Matilda with me And he sang as he stowed that jumbuck in his tucker bag “You’ll come a Waltzing Matilda with me” Down came the squatter mounted on his thorough-bred Up came the troopers one, two, three “Whose that jolly jumbuck you’ve got in your tucker bag? You’ll come a Waltzing Matilda with me”

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Beef, chickpea and lentil stew

0:10 Prep 0.25 cook 4 Servings Easy

Ingredients

1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 zucchini, cut into 1cm dice 300g eggplant, cut into 1cm dice 1 red capsicum, cut into 1cm dice 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp smoked paprika 400g can chickpeas, drained, rinsed 3 cups cooked Quick and Easy Bolognese Sauce (see tips) 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander, plus extra sprigs to serve 1/2 cup Tamar Valley Greek Style Yoghurt

Method

Step 1 Heat oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, eggplant and capsicum. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until softened.

Step 2 Add cumin, coriander and paprika. Cook, stirring for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add chickpeas, lentils, Bolognese and 2/3 cup water. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat. Season. Stir in coriander.

Step 3 Dollop stew with yoghurt. Serve topped with extra coriander sprigs.

Recipe Notes

Quick and Easy Bolognese Sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil in a large, deep frying pan or saucepan over medium-heat. Add 1 chopped large brown onion. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add 2 crushed garlic cloves. Cook, stirring for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add 750g beef mince. Cook, breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon, for 8 minutes or until browned. Add 500g jar Leggo’s Bolognese Pasta Sauce, 1/4 cup tomato paste and 1/4 cup water. Stir well to combine. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until sauce thickens. Serve. taste.com.au/recipe/beef-chickpea-lentil-stew

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Charter of Aged Care Rights

The Charter of Aged Care Rights describes your rights as a consumer of Australian Government funded aged care services.

Charter of Aged Care Rights

I have the right to:

1. safe and high quality care and services; 2. Be treated with dignity and respect; 3. Have my identity, culture and diversity valued and supported; 4. Live without abuse and neglect; 5. Be informed about my care and services in a way I understand; 6. Access all information about myself, including information about my

rights, care and services; 7. Have control over and make choices about my care, and personal

and social life, including where the choices involve personal risk; 8. Have control over, and make decisions about, the personal aspects

of my daily life, financial affairs and possessions; 9. My independence; 10. Be listened to and understood; 11. Have a person of my choice, including an aged care advocate,

support me or speak on my behalf; 12. Complain free from reprisal, and to have my complaints dealt with

fairly and promptly; 13. Personal privacy and to have information protected; 14. Exercise my rights without it adversely affecting the way I am

treated.

Everybody involved in the delivery of your care must respect your rights.

These rights apply in residential care, home care and other aged care services provided in the community

For more information on your rights you can: Talk to your aged care provider Talk to an aged care advocate on 1800 700 600 Visit the Older Persons Advocacy Network website opan.com.au/charter Visit the Department of Health website agedcare.health.gov.au Visit the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission website agedcarequality.gov.au Visit the My Aged Care website myagedcare.gov.au

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The LiveLife Mobile Personal Alarm.

Falls detect, hands free voice & GPS. Works anywhere.

With the LiveLife 4Gx Mobile Alarm you can go anywhere knowing help is just a press of a button away. It is perfect for people who want to feel safe everywhere, not just at home.

A stylish pendant that works on the Telstra Mobile Network.. The wearer doesn’t need a landline, mobile phone, wifi, NBN or internet.

When activated, the pendant sends up to 6 help messages using Bluetooth and GPS via text with a link to Google Maps showing the wearer’s location to within 2 metres! The smart voice announcements guide you through your emergency.

It then starts calling up to 6 emergency contacts one after the other using the Telstra Mobile Network. You can even include ‘000’ as a contact!

When one of the emergency contacts answers, the wearer is able to talk hands free through the showerproof pendant. Anyone who knows the mobile number of the alarm can call it and it answers in speaker-phone mode hands free and automatically.

You can easily locate the pendant via text. It will send you the location on Google Maps.

It includes an automatic fall detection capability designed to activate for more serious falls likely to result in unconsciousness. It sends a fall text with the location and calls all contacts.

No monthly monitoring fees ever.

Ready to use right out of the box. No setup needed.

It has its own SIM card installed and mobile number. It comes all setup, ready to wear with the first year of unlimited emergency calls and texts includes, a 12 month warranty, lifetime support and a 14 day money back guarantee.

Small, lightweight and comfortable to wear.

The LiveLife Alarm pendant weighs the same as 3 twenty cents pieces. It has a soft, non-slip surface and comes with an intelligent Bluetooth charging station, ‘safety’ lanyard belt clip and a watch-style wristband.

Order online. wwwlive.lifealarms.com.au Order by phone. Freecall: 1800 936 774

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Refer to page 33 for answers

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Refer to page 34 for answers

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Refer to page 34 for answers

Baby Boomers Music Quiz

Questions

1. Which movie did “Mrs. Robinson” feature in? 2. Who sang “sitting at the Dock of the Bay”? 3. Name “Procol Harum’s” best known hit, released in 1967 4. When and where did Woodstock occur? 5. Who was the bandleader of the “Tijuana Brass”?

6. What instrument did Larry Adler play? 7. Who sang the hit theme song in “Rawhide”? 8. The duo who had a hit with “Je t’aime”: Serge Gainsbourg and … 9. Who sang the 1964 hit “My Boy Lollipop” 10. “I Love You Because” was a hit by …? 11. Who sang “Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose” 12. Name the theme song from the movie “The Man Who Knew Too

Much” 13. Who sang the lines “If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to

wear some flowers in your hair”

14. Who said that it was her party and she could cry if she wanted to? 15. Name the song featuring this line: “All the lonely people, where do

they all come from”? 16. Sing the next line: “We’re caught in a trap, I can’t walk out” 17. Name the theme song from the 1969 movie “Midnight Cowboy”? 18. She had a hit in 1971 with “I Feel the Earth Move”, who is she? 19. “Raindrops keeps falling on my head” was the theme song from

which movie? 20. Who sung “The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face” in 1972?

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How to Play Suduko

Sudoku is a puzzle involving logic - no arithmetic or guessing is required! The basic idea of completing puzzles is to find cells (the small squares) where you are sure that only one value is a valid placement.

The Basics

The rules of Sudoku are that you should fill a number in to every cell in the grid, using the numbers 1 to 9. The restriction is that you can only use each number once in each row, each column, and in each of the 3 x 3 boxes.

HAVE A GO AT SUDUKO!!!

See Answers on page 34

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2 4

7 1 8 3 2

3 7 4 9 1

1 6 2 9 3

2 4 8 9 5

3 4

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ANSWERS TO THE AIRCRAFT QUIZ

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Answers to Sudoku from page 30

Answers to Baby Boomers quiz from page 29

1. The Graduate 2. Otis Redding 3. A Whiter Shade of Pale 4. Upstate NY in 1969 (in a dairy farm in the town of Bethel) 5. Herb A;pert 6. Harmonica 7. Frankie Eaine 8. Jane Birkin 9. Millie (or Millie Small) 10. Jim reeves 11. Janis Joplin 12. Que sera, sera 13. Scott McKenzie 14. Leslie Gore 15. Eleanor Rigby 16. Because I love you too much, baby 17. Everybody’s Talking 18. Carole King 19. Butch Cassidy & Sundance Kid 20. Roberta Flack

Answer to Riddle from page 28: Sand in an hourglass

6 3 5 9 8 2 7 1 4

8 2 1 4 3 7 5 6 9

4 7 9 1 6 5 8 3 2

5 8 3 6 7 4 2 9 1

7 9 2 3 5 1 4 8 6

1 6 4 2 9 8 3 7 5

2 4 8 7 1 9 6 5 3

9 5 6 8 2 3 1 4 7

3 1 7 5 4 6 9 2 8

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Joan Bowditch

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