jcaaa newsletter summer 2012
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Joint Councils Access For All Abilities (JCAAA) Summer Newsletter 2012TRANSCRIPT
Summer 2012
Newsletter
JCAAA Staff contacts
Amanda Ireland (Mon to Wed) Team Leader Ph: 9209 6753 [email protected] David Connolly (Mon to Fri) Sports Development Officer Ph: 9209 6552 [email protected] Emily Mercer (Mon to Fri) Enhancing Vacation Care Project Officer Ph:9209 6159 [email protected] Rebecca Stella (Tues‐Fri) Recreation Officer Ph: 9209 6159 [email protected] Lani Kingston (Fri only) Community Kitchen Project Officer [email protected]
JCAAA Contacts
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Front cover photograph of Nick Forza‐Raines at the Circus Oz program in Port Melbourne.
Enhancing Vacation Care is an inclusion service that works in partnership with mainstream Vacation Care Programs (VCPs) in the Cities of Bayside, Glen Eira, Port Phillip and Stonnington.
Enhancing Vacation Care supplies funding and support to each VCP to increase their capacity to provide an inclusive service.
VCPs operate throughout each school holiday period.
To be eligible for this service, each child or youth must: • live, study and/or recreate in the Cities of Bayside, Glen Eira, Port Phillip or Stonnington
• live at home with support from family or an unpaid carer
If you are interested in this service for your child in the January 2013 school holidays, please contact us as soon as possible, as there are limited spaces available. Each Enhancing Vacation Care registered participant will be supported to attend a partnered VCP for a maximum of 9 days in total over a 3 week period during the January 2013 school holidays.
Conditions of service apply, please refer to our website for more information or contact us directly.
Contact: Emily Mercer on 9209 6159
Enhancing Vacation Care
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Holiday Arts for Adults
Experience a variety of visual and performing arts. In September activities included acrylic painting, sculpture, filming and editing, drama and music recording. Workshops are facilitated by artists and materials are provided. When: Monday 21 to Friday 25 January 9am to 4pm Where: Phoenix Park Neighbourhood House, 22 Rob Roy Road, Malvern East (Melway 69 D2) Age: 18 to 55 years Cost: $15 per day. Includes all art materials. BYO lunch/drinks Contact: Rebecca Stella on 9209 6706
Holiday Programs
MSAC Teenage Recreation Program
Stay fit and have fun during the holidays. Participate in a variety of sport and recreation activities such as swimming, basketball, badminton, athletics, yoga and aerobics.
When: Monday 14 to Friday 18 January 9am to 4pm Where: Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park Age: 13 to 18 years Cost: $15 per day. BYO lunch/drinks Contact: David Connolly on 9209 6552
Performing Arts at Circus Oz
Clowning, juggling, drama, hula hoops, rope walking and dance, there is always something fun to try! The program will be running all school terms in 2013.
When: Sundays 10.30am to 12.30pm Term 1: 3rd February to 24 March Where: Circus Oz Headquarters, 40 Bay Street, Port Melbourne Age: 8 to 25 years with mild to moderate disabilities Cost: $105 for 7 weeks Contact: Amanda Ireland on 9209 6753
SnapShot Photography
SnapShot Photography classes continue to inspire. Come along and discover all of the photographic masterpieces you can create. Go on outings, learn to use your camera, edit your photos and have heaps of fun!
When: Saturdays 10.30am to 12.30pm Term 1: 9 February to 23 March Where: St Kilda Library Community Centre 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda Age: 18 to 55 years Cost: $60 for 6 weeks Contact: Rebecca Stella on 9209 6706
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Art Programs
Yoga Moves
Breathe deeply, relax, improve posture, and become more supple. Yoga Moves is run by a professional yoga teacher with a support worker to encourage and assist. Parents and friends can attend too as ‘Buddies’ for the same cost.
When: Saturdays 11am to 12pm Term 1: 2 February to 23 March Where: Yoga Station Studio 3, 52 Bay Road, Sandringham Age: 18 years and over Cost: $70 for 7 week terms Contact: Amanda Ireland on 92096753
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Social and Recreation
Hype
Get out, meet new people and have some fun! For 14 to 21 year olds with a mild to moderate disability. Likely out‐ings for 2013 include the planetarium, picnicking, the zoo, the good ship Polly Woodside, lunch at Crown……..& more!
When: One Saturday each month 12pm to 4pm Where: Often meet at Peterson Youth Centre Cnr Highett Rd and Peterson St, Highett Age: 14 to 18 years Cost: $10 a session, plus extra, dependent on activities Contact Amanda Ireland on 9209 6753
Fresh
Social recreation group for 25 to 55 year olds providing opportunities to socialise and undertake great activities around Melbourne. There are currently places available.
When: Monthly on Sundays 11am to 5pm Where: Grattan Gardens Community Centre 40 Grattan Street, Prahran Age: 35 to 55 years Cost: $10 per session plus entrance fees if applicable Contact: Rebecca Stella on 9209 6706
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Social and Recreation
Stitched Up
Stitched Up is a fun and engaging drama program that helps participants boost confidence and create new friendships. This program is facilitated by a professional drama teacher who teaches a range of drama techniques.
When: Every Monday 4.00pm to 5.30pm Term 1: 11th Feb to 25th March Where: South Melbourne Community Centre Cnr Park Street and Ferrars Place, Sth Melb Age: 13 to 21 years Cost: $60 for 6 week term Contact: Amanda Ireland 92096753
Get Into Bayside
Social recreation group for 15 to 25 year olds providing opportunities to socialise and undertake great activities around Melbourne.
When: Monthly on Saturdays Where: Meet at Brighton Recreation Centre, Brighton Age: 21 to 35 years Cost: $10 per session plus entrance fees if applicable Contact: Rebecca Stella on 9209 6706
Groove Central
Dance your way to fitness with Groove Central. This supported and energetic dance fitness program will boost your confidence, increase your coordination and fitness levels whilst being with friends. There are currently vacancies in this program.
When: Wednesdays 4.30pm to 5.30pm Date: Term 1: 6 February to 27 March Where: Betty Day Community Centre 67 Argyle Street, St Kilda Age: 16 years and over Cost: $80 for 8 weeks Contact: Rebecca Stella on 9209 6706
Social and Recreation
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Community Kitchen
This is a social, educational program for adults aged 18 years and over with a disability. Learn how to plan a menu, budget for shopping and cook your favourite recipes!
When: Saturdays 4.30pm to 7.30pm (2013 dates to be confirmed) Where: Betty Day Community Centre 67 Argyle Street, St Kilda Age: 18 years and over Cost: $10 per week Contact: Lani Kingston on 9209 6753 or [email protected] Note: There is currently a waiting list
Social and Recreation
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Saturday Night Fever
Put your dancing shoes on and groove the night away with our great DJ. This is a big event, with over 80 people attending!
When: Saturday 16 February, 20 April and 22 June Where: Melbourne Bowling Club 138 Union Street, Windsor Age: 18 years and over Cost: $10 includes entry, pizza and glow stick Carers free Contact: Rebecca Stella on 9209 6706
Sport and Fitness
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Basketball ‐ McKinnon Super Star Cougars
This program has smashed all expectations, growing to two courts and entering multiple teams in the all ability tournaments. New players are always welcome to join! Develop your basketball skills and become a member of a winning team!
When: Saturdays 9.30am throughout school terms Where: Bentleigh Secondary College Age: 12 years and over (under 12’s coming soon) Cost: $45 for seven week program or $7 casual entry Contact: McKinnon Basketball Association 9579 1200
Sailability
Sailability is a Yachting Victoria program that uses purpose‐built boats that don’t capsize, to allow people of all ages and abilities to discover the joy of sailing. It is held on the safe and sheltered waters on Albert Park Lake. Individuals can now book into set time slots.
When: Wednesdays 2pm to 3pm and Fridays 2pm to 3pm Where: The Boatshed, Albert Park Lake, 3 Aquatic Drive Age: All ages Cost: Contact The Boatshed for details (payment required up front and for a full term) Contact: Tom Cotter at The Boatshed 9686 2571
Sport and Fitness
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Gecko Kids Fitness SNAP program
Gecko’s Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) offers a unique and inclusive environment. Participants feel a sense of belonging and are given opportunities to participate fully and equally in the fitness/gym program.
When: Sundays 10.00am to 10.45am or 10.45am to 11.30am Where: Gecko Kids Fitness 338 South Road, Hampton East Age: 4 to 18 years Cost: $200 per term Contact: Andrea Cummins at Gecko 0404015096
Parafinning (snorkelling)
Parafinning (snorkelling) is on the horizon for summer 2012/13 at Ricketts Point, a marine sanctuary and underwater wonderland of sea life. The Disabled Divers Association would love to hear from people of all abilities who want to learn to snorkel. When: Weekly on Wednesdays 10am‐12pm (dates to be confirmed) Where: Ricketts Point, Beaumaris Age: 12 years and older Cost: $25 per person per week (includes snorkelling equipment & snorkelling instructors) Contact: Mike Letch 0407 353 969
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Sport and Fitness
MSAC Sporty Tackers
This weekly program combines a range of fun indoor sports all in the one location. This program has been modified and will offer different sports each week. For full details on the program contact Jeff Torney at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC).
When: Saturdays during school terms Where: Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park Age: 8 to 15 years (12.30pm to 1.45pm) Cost: $8.50 per week Contact: Jeff Torney at MSAC 9926 1547 MSAC Sporty All Stars
This weekly program combines a range of fun indoor sports all in the one location. Activities include basketball, volleyball, squash, table tennis and swimming.
When: Saturdays during school terms Where: Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Aughtie Drive, Albert Park Age: 15 to 55 years (2pm to 4pm) Cost: $8.50 per week Contact: Jeff Torney at MSAC 9926 1547
Fishing for All Abilities
This program gives people of all abilities the opportunity to try fishing in a supportive environment. Participants will need to be dressed for the conditions (warm clothes, sturdy shoes). Groups welcome.
When: Second Tuesday of the month 10am to 1pm Where: Station Pier, Port Melbourne Cost: Gold coin donation (includes rod, reel, bait and fishing instructor) Contact: Remy Baya at FishCare 0418 311 684
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Sport and Fitness
Swim 4 All
Swim 4 All is a program designed to provide children and adults with disabilities the opportunity to learn to swim with qualified, disability trained instructors. Classes are half an hour in duration and are tailored to each participant’s needs. The classes are run from a quiet facility minimising distractions and excess noise. Please contact Natalie to book a free try‐out session.
When: Thursdays from 3.30pm and Saturdays from 9am Where: Berendale School, 2 Berend St, Hampton East Cost: $40 for private classes, $25 for semi‐private classes (2 students of similar ability) Contact: Natalie Clarke 0411 131 641
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Sport and Fitness
All Abilities Lawn Bowls
This program at Black Rock Bowling Club has been running successfully for over 10 years due to the fantastic commitment of club members and volunteers. The club is looking for participants for the 2012‐13 Summer program which runs until April 2013.
When: Sundays 10am to 12pm (Dates: December 9, January 27, February 10, March 3 and 17, April 7 and 21) Where: Black Rock Lawn Bowls Club, 8 Fern Street, Black Rock Age: All ages and abilities Cost: $5 per week includes training and morning tea Contact: Bill Richardson at the club on (03) 9533 5338 or email at [email protected]
Inclusive and Accessible Sport and Recreation
The role of the Access for All Abilities program is to build the capacity of local sporting clubs and recreational facilities to provide inclusive and accessible sport and recreation opportunities for people with disabilities. So, if there is a sport you are interested in joining, or a recreational activity you would like to get involved in, contact David Connolly at JCAAA on 9209 6552.
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Earlier in the year JCAAA conducted a needs assessment in regards to sport and recreation options for people of all abilities in the areas of Bayside and Port Phillip. Sitting second in the list of the favourite sport and recreational activities was walking. Therefore, JCAAA has been doing some work with some local community organisation to Promote accessible and inclusive walking groups. So, I am pleased to advertise the following walking group: When: Fridays at 10am Where: Alma Rd Community House 200 Alma Rd, St Kilda East Combine gentle exercise with a catch up with friends in your local area. Meet Tracey, the Group Leader, at Alma Road Community House at 10am, Fridays. Enjoy a 45 minute walk in the local area, followed by a coffee. The activity should end before 11.30am. A great start to the day! If you are interested in taking part in this walking group please contact Alma Rd Community House on 9525 8746 or [email protected]. Stay tuned for some more information coming soon on other accessible inclusive walking groups in your local area.
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