what’s on in positive ageing , autumn 2018 · enjoy some swinging gypsy jazz this autumn at the...
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108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
Want to meet new people?
Like to learn something new?
Want to stay active and engaged in your community? Visit Mathers House to learn more!
It is with great sadness that we farewell Angela Barrington. Angela joined the Positive Ageing team six years ago, and made extensive contributions to the centre, and the community. We would all like to wish Angela well in her new venture!
And with sad news – there is also a positive outcome and opportunity for growth. We would like you to join with us in making Della O’Brien welcome at Mathers House. Della comes to Mathers with a wealth of knowledge and experiences in managing community facilities, and program development. Please take the time to welcome Della, as we all look forward to working with her into the future.
Mathers House aims to support older people to live healthy happy lives in their community and to access the information they need when they need it. Please ask our friendly staff or volunteers for assistance to learn about services in your community.
An affordable home-style meal is served from midday until 1pm or pop in for a light snack or drink between 10am and 2pm each weekday.
For more information on the programs, or to register for the What’s On newsletter, which includes full details of upcoming events, please contact Mathers House on 6234 1441.
WINTER 2018 Our recent Autumn Growing Wilder outing at Cascade Gardens
The Positive Ageing team joined with Rob and Lauren from Bush Adventures and ventured to the beautiful Cascade Gardens in South Hobart.
It was a lovely outing where everyone enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. It was a gorgeous crisp morning, everyone had hot cups of tea in hand, the smell of the barbeque was sizzling away, listening to the birds chirping and relaxing in the serenity of the gardens with live music.
Public Holiday Closures Mathers/Criterion House will close on: Monday 11 June - Queen’s Birthday
Mathers House Office Hours Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm
Mathers House Cafe Hours Monday - Friday, 10am - 2pm
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
EVENTS Walk Against Elder Abuse Pop on your purple winter woollies and walk with us on International World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Friday 15 June 2018 to draw attention to the silent epidemic of elder abuse. This year the walk will be led by Her Excellency the Honourable Kate Warner AC, Governor of Tasmania and joined by the Lord Mayor of Hobart, Alderman Ron Christie. Each of us has a role to play in preventing the severe damage caused by elder abuse to both individuals and families so please step forward and make your presence felt.
This is a short and easy walk that departs from the Westella car park at 181 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart at 2pm and progresses along Elizabeth Street towards the city centre and into Bathurst Street. The walk will conclude at Mathers House, 108 Bathurst Street, where a light afternoon tea will be served.
When: Friday 15 June, 1.45pm - 2.15pm Bring: Purple scarf or clothing Walk: Easy Meet: Car park at Westella Building,
181 Elizabeth Street, at 1.45pm Cost: FREE - BOOKINGS PREFERRED
For catering purposes, please register with COTA Tasmania on 6231 3265 or [email protected] For Elder Abuse assistance and advice contact the Elder Abuse helpline on 1800 441 169 or your local community legal services (findhelptas.com.au)
Exploring the world of Watercolour pencils with Lisa Have you always wanted to learn how to draw or paint watercolour in your own style? Do you enjoy scenery and nature? Watercolour pencils are a great way to experience both painting and drawing. These three workshops will focus on learning how to blend, mix and combine techniques for creating individual style. The theme of nature will be explored and the flexibility that is available when using water colour pencils. If you enjoy art, craft and having lots of fun then you already have everything you need for these classes! Beginners will be provided with a packet of pencils that you can take home to continue your watercolour adventures. Those who have attended sessions previously are asked to bring along their pencils. Quality paper is provided for everyone.
When: Wednesdays 27 June, 25 July & 15 August, 1pm - 3pm
Where: Criterion House Cost: $5 per session BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL - NUMBERS LIMITED
Falls Prevention - Information Session Did you know that a third of people aged over 65 experience a fall at least once per year, and half of these are in and around the home? In this session learn why we fall and what steps you can take to reduce the risk of falling. Learn how to fall-proof yourself!
Presented by Bolton Clarke, the Be Healthy and Active program is delivered in partnership with Bowls Australia.
When: Wednesday 1 August, 1pm - 3pm Where: Lower Level, Mathers House Cost: FREE BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
History of the Town Hall – Guided tour Join the Lord Mayor, Alderman Ron Christie for a tour of the Town Hall. The Town Hall is situated on one of the most important historic sites in the City of Hobart. When: Wednesday 20 June 10am until 11.30am Where: Town Hall (meet at Reception) Cost: FREE, morning tea included BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Winter Long Luncheon Join us for a warm and fun long table luncheon complete with a three course meal and live entertainment. A perfect way to spend a cold winter’s day enjoying the company of friends or meeting some new friendly faces for a good laugh and chat. When: Thursday 12 July, 12 noon - 2pm Where: Mathers House Dining Room Cost: $25 (payment due prior to the day) BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
A Chat with a Continence Nurse The Community Continence Service is staffed by Continence Nurse Specialists and a Continence Physiotherapist, who are specifically trained to help people manage bladder and bowel control problems. These concerns may be something a person has thought too trivial or embarrassing to seek help for, such as leaking a small amount of urine when coughing or having to get up to the toilet a few times at night. Mathers House drop in sessions are a way people can have an informal chat or ask questions about your own or a family member’s continence needs. The Continence Nurse will provide general advice or arrange an appointment for further assessment. When: Wednesdays 27 June, 25 July &
29 August, 11am - 1pm Where: Mathers House Computer Room Cost: FREE NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
City of Hobart - Monthly Immunisation Clinic
• FREE dedicated parking available on the Town Hall parking deck
• No appointments necessary • Qualified nurse immunisers • FREE seasonal flu and
pneumococcal vaccinations for those aged 65 years and over
• Zostavax (shingle) vaccine for 70 years and catch up program for 71-79 years.
When: Wednesdays 13 June, 11 July & 8 August, 11.30am – 12 noon
Where: Elizabeth Street Conference Room, Hobart Town Hall
Enquiries: hobartcity.com.au/immunisation TSO – Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra - Striving to become a Maestro
"A participant's experience of the Australian Conducting Academy Summer School"
Join UTAS conducting students Alexander Rodrigues and Nathaniel Griffiths as they share their experience as participants of the inaugural Australian Conducting Academy 2018 Summer School presented by the TSO in partnership with UTAS.
An exciting opportunity to hear about these budding conductors recent experiences, and share in conversation with time for discussion and questions.
When: Monday 25 June, 2.15pm - 3.45pm Where: Mathers House Dining Room Cost: $5 (payment on the day) Afternoon tea is included BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
ONGOING PROGRAMS Midcity School for Seniors 2018 This popular speaker program welcomes ongoing and new members. When: Fridays, 10am - 12 noon Term 2: 18 May - 6 July Term 3: 27 July - 28 September Term 4: 19 October - 30 November No class on 26 October End of year celebration: 30 November Where: Nell Pascoe Room, Criterion House Cost: $30 annual fee + $2 for morning tea BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Computer Learning at Mathers House Mathers House offers one-to-one computer tuition for near or complete beginners focusing on building confidence in dealing with computers, tablets or smart phones. These lessons are perfect for those who struggle to learn in groups. When: Week days by appointment Where: Mathers House Computer Room Cost: FREE BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Zumba Gold with Ash A great fun way to exercise, get fit and participate in a program to suit everyone. Come along and try our Zumba rhythms for fitness and fun. When: Mondays, 10.30am - 11.30am Where: Nell Pascoe Room, Criterion House Cost $5 (payable on the day) NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
Stitch, Knit and Chat Enjoy a cuppa and a chat while working on a small craft project in the comfort of the Mathers House Cafe. When: Mondays from 11am Where: Mathers House Dining Room Cost: FREE NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
Mah-jong Mondays Interested in learning a fun, friendly and non-competitive game? Mah-jong is a tile-based game that originated in China. The group at Mathers House play Western style following The Mah-Jong Players Companion (Patricia A. Thompson & Betty Maloney). When: Mondays, 1pm - 3pm Where: Mathers House Dining Room Cost: FREE BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Strength, Flexibility and Balance Art Healey, a qualified personal trainer, presents one of the programs he found to be very popular and effective in building strength and improving balance. When: Mondays, 1pm - 1.45pm Where: Nell Pascoe Room, Criterion House Cost: $2 (payable on the day) BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL – NUMBERS LIMITED
Scrabble with Friends Join us for a friendly game of scrabble. You are also welcome to join the group for a social lunch beforehand from 12 noon. New players are always welcome. When: Wednesdays, 1pm - 3pm Where: Mathers House Dining Room Cost: FREE for scrabble (lunch at own cost) NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
Broadway Boogie with Ash Broadway Boogie is a low impact musical theatre style movement class with no singing involved. Bookings are not required, just turn up to enjoy the fun. When: Thursdays, 11am - 12 noon Where: Nell Pascoe Room, Criterion House Cost: $5 (payable on the day) NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
T’ai Chi with Edna Sessions are held every Thursday morning in Criterion House. If you are interested, please come along, chat with the instructor Edna and try on the day. When: Thursday mornings, 9.45am - 10.45am Where: Nell Pascoe Room, Criterion House Cost: $2 (payable on the day) NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
Sing-along with Jim Come along and sing popular songs with a friendly group of music lovers. Jim Beresford is an experienced musician and entertainer. These drop in sing-alongs sessions are a lot of fun and no previous experience is necessary! When: Thursdays, 10am - 11am Where: Lower Level, Mathers House Cost: $3 (payable on the day) NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
The Ukulele Experience Explore the fun world of Ukulele and learn the basics in playing and singing. These casual sessions are sure to bring lots of laughter! The classes are presented in blocks with the first commencing on Tuesday 12 June through to Tuesday 31 July. Numbers are limited. When: Tuesdays, 9.45am - 11.45am Where: Lower Level, Mathers House Cost: $5 (payable on the day) BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Community Health Nurse Check & Chat Drop in and chat with your Community Health Nurse. Your blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol can be checked or just enquire about health issues. All discussions are private and strictly confidential. When: Thursdays, 11am - 1pm Where: Mathers House Computer Room Cost: FREE NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
Information Technology (IT) Learning Club Internet, digital transformation, spam, scam and RAM; iPads, iPhones and Androids; learning, lobbying and leisure online, money, banking and buying or selling online; passwords, photos, privacy and Facebook - these are just some of the topics covered in the Positive Ageing IT Learning Club in the group in 2018. We learn from each other and from lots of different online or resources. Sign up for the Winter/Spring 2018 IT Learning Club - from 20 July to 23 November 2018. We meet for 10 fortnightly discussion sessions. Sessions start with group questions and discussion, followed by morning tea, and then helping each other out with individual IT problems, issues or frustrations. New members are invited. Previous and current members continue to be welcome. When: Friday 20 July, 10am – 11.30am Where: Lower Level, Mathers House Cost: FREE (morning tea included) Enquiries and Bookings to 6234 1441 or to Rosa on 0418 649 024
TaKeTiNa - Explore Rhythm in a Relaxing and Fun Way TaKeTiNa is both meditative and stimulating; relaxing and revitalising and it facilitates mindfulness. TaKeTiNa is a meditative rhythm process that uses our innate rhythmic knowledge to help us deeply relax. Everyone is welcome to try. There are no prerequisites. Participants are invited to use their bodies: voices, feet and hands, to explore rhythms with the support of various percussion instruments. When: Tuesdays, 1pm - 2pm Where: Lower Level, Mathers House Cost: Gold coin donation BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL - Contact Alkeiya on 0431 962 728 or by email at [email protected]
108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart 7000 T. 6234 1441 E. [email protected] www.hobartcity.com.au
OTHER NEWS Kniterats on Wednesdays Formerly known as the Fullers Bookshop Knitting Group, the Kniterats have relocated to Criterion House. If you are interested in learning how to knit, or refreshing your skills – feel free to pop in for a cuppa and chat. All levels welcome - beginners and experienced. When: Wednesdays, 4.30pm - 7.30pm Where: Criterion House, 108 Bathurst Street Enquiries: www.facebook.com/groups/ 460456437352895 or further details via Mathers House
The Flower Room When the Flower Room opened in Hobart nearly 75 years ago the planet was in the grip of World War II. These days, the Flower Room co-operative is a non-profit organisation for small fruit, vegetable and flower growers; local cooks, and craftspeople. Pop in to purchase local produce and learn more about this wonderful organisation. When: Mondays - Thursdays,
8.30am - 3.30pm Fridays, 8.30am - 2.30pm
Where: Mathers Place, 108 Bathurst Street Enquiries: The Flower Room on 6236 9460
Rhythmz Bollywood An unmatched Bollywood experience! Amal Chandran & Shobha Narayan grew up in India on a steady diet of Bollywood music and dance and they’re here to teach, share and show you how it is done - the Bollywood way! If you are living in Hobart and would like to learn more about the vibrancy of Bollywood, then sign up through their Facebook page (or ask at Mathers House for their class times) https://www.facebook.com/rhythmzbollywood/ or by telephone to Amal on 0425 552 025
Catholic Women’s League Craft Shop This wonderful shop is packed with lovingly handmade affordable goods, including knitting for babies and adults, girls smocked dresses, fine machine kitted shawls, knitted tea cosies, socks, gloves, bed socks; hand crafted toys, tea towels, scarves, aprons, bags handmade cards and much more. Craft shop proceeds enables the CWL to then donate to several charities. Our volunteers look forward to meeting you all. When: Mondays - Fridays, 10am - 3pm Where: Mathers Place, next to the Flower Room in Criterion House, 108 Bathurst Street Enquiries: Catholic Women’s League on 6234 1513
Free legal advice for older Tasmanians Legal Aid offers free, private and confidential legal advice, representation or referrals. Contact COTA Tasmania on 6231 3265 or [email protected] to make an appointment.
Update - Expressions of interest for Bridge group and ’80s dance class In the Autumn newsletter there was a call out for those who are interested in joining an Introduction to Bridge group and an ’80s/’90s dance class. We are currently in discussions and trying to make arrangements to trial these groups. We will be in touch with everyone who has previously expressed their interest and provide any updates as groups are formed. For Mathers House or Positive Ageing program enquiries, please call 6234 1441 or email [email protected] Times and venues are correct at the time of printing but subject to change.