The Heights Community Services

The Heights Community Services
Connecting Communities Newsletter
www.cabracc.org.au
Term 4
October—December 2014
Welcome to the last edition of our Newsletter for this year. To finish the year on a high
note, the staff at The Heights have prepared a fantastic variety of activities and programs.
The Heights maintains its commitment to listen and respond to the residents need for
community development initiatives through implementing a large number of services and
activities. We are happy to inform you that we were successful in attracting funds through
the Fairfield Club GRANTS Program to run new and exciting activities in 2014– 2015.
Locations
@ Mt Pritchard
476 Cabramatta Road,
Cnr Pritchard Street
Mt Pritchard NSW 2170
Tel: (02) 9823 7542
Fax: (02) 9823 7717
Email:
So keep in touch by reading our newsletter which you can receive through the mail or by
accessing our website www.cabracc.org.au. We thank Mounties Group, MEKONG,
Canley Heights RSL & St John’s Park Bowling Club for their generosity in funding our
projects.
theheights@cabracc.org.au
@ Canley Heights
41 Peel St Canley Heights
NSW 2166
Tel: (02) 9728 4973
Fax: (02) 97246338
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a peaceful & enjoyable end of year
break. Thank you for the support and input you have provided us during the year and look
out for our first newsletter for 2015 in late January.
Take care,
Estela Torredimare
The Heights Community Services Manager
The Heights Art Classes for Seniors
Would like to invite you to join us for morning tea and an exhibition of
our work on:
Tuesday 28th October 2014
10.00am—12.00 pm
Where: Mt Pritchard Community Hall
Cnr Cabramatta Rd & Pritchard St
Each student will showcase their individual master pieces they’ve
been working on throughout the year with the guidance of our
volunteer art teacher—Vince Aquilina.
41 Peel Street, Canley Heights
By: Puri
476 Cabramatta Rd Mt Pritchard
The Heights Community Services
is a Division of Cabramatta Community Centre
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CANLEY HEIGHTS—41 Peel Street
MONDAY
Card Making Classes
Learn how to make beautifully decorated cards for special
occasions. Classes will be conducted in two different styles either
Parchment or Iris card folding.
Starts: 13/10/14 - 8/12/14 - 9wks Donation: $27*
Time: 9:15am - 11:15pm
Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre 41 Peel Street
Conversational English Classes
Dates: 13/10/14 - 8/12/14 - 9wks Donation: $9.00
Time: 11:00am—12pm Venue: Canley Heights Community Hall
Multicultural Carers Support Group
When: 2nd Monday of every month
Time: 10:00am-12pm Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre
For more information ring 9823 7542
Decorative Painting
This class introduces beginners, intermediate and advanced
levels to a range of painting techniques on canvas, wood or
materials. The classes are taught on a project basis allowing
participants to develop their skills at their own pace.
Starts: 13/10/14 - 8/12/14 - 9wks Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm
Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre
Gentle Exercise Classes
Experience the benefits of exercise with classes led by an
accredited trainer. Participants learn a range of movements and
circuits along with the use of hand weights and resistance bands.
Starts: 13/10/14 - 8/12/14 - 9wks Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Donation: $36* Where: Canley Heights RSL Humphries Road
TAFE Outreach Computer Classes
Expressions of interest sought for TAFE Outreach Computer
Classes in 2015. These classes are run in partnership with
Wetherill Park TAFE Outreach. The classes will run for
approximately 16 weeks. Course is free, although a donation of
$48* is collected to cover morning tea, photocopying and other
administrative overheads.
Contact Julie at The Heights Community Services on 9728 4973
TUESDAY
Community Restaurant Project
Dates: Thurs 9th Oct, 11th Nov & 9th Dec 2014 Time:12.00- 2.00pm
Venue: Canley Heights Cost: $15.00 (three course luncheon).
Bookings essential on 9823 7542
WEDNESDAY
Beginner Computer Classes—Back to the Basics
Funded by Smithfield RSL through Club Grants 2013
FREE: For local residents over the age of 40
Starts: 22/10/14-26/11/14 - 6wks Time: 10am-12noon
OR Starts: 22/10/14-26/11/14 - 6wks Time: 12:15-2:15pm
Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre
41 Peel Street Canley Heights
Food, Fun and Friendship—Healthy Eating Project
Join our FREE healthy cooking workshops for young people
aged 13-18 yrs. Learn to cook healthier alternatives to ready
made meals and take-aways and sample the dishes at the
end of each session.
On: Wed nesday Aft ernoon 3:30p m -5pm
St art ing: 15/10/14
Th is p r o ject is f u n d ed b y Cab r a-Vale Dig g er s t h r o u g h 2013 Clu b
Gr an t s an d is r u n n in g in Par t n er sh ip w it h
Th e Heig h t s Co m m u n it y Ser vi ces & Cab r am at t a Yo u t h Team .
THURSDAY
Community Rhythm
Community singing for fun, health & relaxation. Join us as we get
together to sing along to hits from the 50’s & 60’s
Starts: 16/10/14 - 11/12/14 - 9wks Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Donation: $2/ wk Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre
Tai Chi—Active8 Your Life
This exercise style can improve your general health, help you
to relax, reduce stress and improve coordination and may
assist with ailments such as arthritis, diabetes, bad posture and
lack of balance. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Starts: 16/10/14 - 11/12/14 - 9wks Time: 1:00pm—2:00pm
Donation: $18*
Venue: Canley Heights Hall
FRIDAY
Canley Heights Community Group
Meets every second Friday from 3 October 2014
Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre
41 Peel Street Canley Heights
Contact the office for details on 9728 4973
Line Dancing
Join the line dancing group every Friday afternoon
from 1pm-3pm Starts: 17/10/14 - 12/12/14 - 9wks
Time: 1pm-3pm Venue: Canley Heights
Community Centre
For more information please contact Jenny on 0432 500 201
Neighbourhood Watch
Meets Monthly at Canley Heights Community Centre.
Next meeting: 3rd October 2014
Time: 11:30am Contact Centre 9728 4973 for more information
* Participant’s donation is utilised to cover overhead expenses
Mt Pritchard Office (02) 9823 7542
Canley Heights Office (02) 9728 4973
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MT PRITCHARD—476 Cabramatta Road
MONDAY
Tai Chi
THURSDAY
This exercise style can improve your general health, help you to relax,
reduce stress and improve coordination and may assist with ailments
such as arthritis, diabetes, bad posture and lack of balance. Wear
comfortable clothes and shoes.
Starts: 13/10/14 - 8/12/14 - 9wks Time: 9:00—10:00am
This fun and invigorating exercise especially designed for seniors
will keep you happy and dancing for days while improving your
muscle tone, your heart pumping and give you better motor control
and balance. Wear comfortable clothes and closed in shoes.
Starts: 16/10/14 - 11/12/14 - 9wks Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
Donation: $36*
Time: 9:15am-10:15am
An Introduction To Carpet Bowling
This is a scaled down version of indoor bowls designed to be suitable for
playing in small hall.
Starts: 13/10/14 - 8/12/14 - 9wks Time: 11:30am –1:30pm
Donation: $18.00—9wks
Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
TUESDAY
Art Classes for Seniors
Learn how to draw & paint
imagine with the guidance
Aquilina.
Donation: $36
Time: 10am -12noon
portraits, landscapes & anything you can
of our friendly volunteer facilitator Vince
Starts: 14/10/14 - 9/12/14 - 9wks
Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
WEDNESDAY
AMISTAD LATINA SPANISH SENIORS GROUP
Every Wednesday
Counselling Service
Fabiola Bedon
Clinical Psychologist
@ 33 Dale Street Fairfield—across from
Fairfield train station
STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Mobile: 0407 827 225
Bulk Billing Available
Bilingual Workers/
Casework Available
The centres have the service of
Vietnamese, Spanish & Italian
bilingual workers. We provide
group and individual assistance.
Casework, information and
referral services also available.
STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT
Canley Heights Office 9728 4973
Mt Pritchard Office 9823 7542
Staff at The Heights Community Services say
“THANK YOU”
t o our volunt eers
Linda, John, Lana & Maureen
For t heir t im e, dedicat ion & ent husiasm in
assist ing our Com m unit y
ZUMBA
Neighbourhood Watch
Meets 1st Thursday of the month
Meeting dates: 2 Oct, 6 Nov & 4 Dec 2014
Time: 10am-11am
Where: Mt Pritchard Centre
Multicultural Active Seniors Together Project
Christmas Craft
Th is p r o ject is f u n d ed b y Mo u n t ies t h r o u g h 2014
Clu b Gr an t s
This course will include a variety of basic Christmas Craft ideas.
Starts: 16/10/14 - 11/12/14 - 9wks Time: 12:30-2:00pm
Donation: $18/ 9wks
Venue: Mt Pritchard Centre
Spanish Carers Support Group
When: 3rd Thursday of every month
Time: 10:00am-12pm.
Venue: Mt Pritchard Centre
For more information ring Estela 9823 7542
FRIDAY
Tai Chi
This exercise style can improve your general health, help you to relax,
reduce stress and improve coordination and may assist with ailments
such as arthritis, diabetes, bad posture and lack of balance. Wear
comfortable clothes and shoes.
Starts: 17/10/14 - 12/12/14 - 9wks
Time: 9:00am -10:00am
Donation: $36*
Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
Slimmer's Club
Need support to lose those extra kilos?
Join our relaxed and friendly environment. Weigh in @ every meeting and
look forward to seeing the kilos disappear.
Starts: 17/10/14 - 12/12/14 - 9wks Time: 10:00am -11:00am
Donation: $1* per week
Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
Conversational English Classes
Dates: 17/10/14 - 12/12/14 - 9wks
Donation: $9.00 Time: 10:00am—11:00am
Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
Vietnamese Group
Vietnamese community members are welcome to come along and meet
every Friday and participate in organised activities including Ballroom
dancing and cooking class on 7/11/14 & 5/12/14
Starts: 17/10/14 - 12/12/14 - 9wks
Time: 11am -1pm
Venue: Mt Pritchard Hall
Donation: $3*/ dancing class $4/ person/ cooking class
For more information contact Nu Tran
Mondays on 0499 655630 or Fridays on 9823 7542
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CANLEY HEIGHTS ACTIVITY CALENDAR
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
CARD MAKING
CLASSES*
10:15am - 12:15pm
11am—12 noon
13/10/14 - 8/12/14
FRIDAY
COMMUNITY
RESTAURANT
PROJECT
CANLEY HEIGHTS
COMMUNITY GROUP
9th October 2014
11th November 2014
9th December 2014
13/10/14 - 8/12/14
CONVERSATIONAL
ENGLISH CLASSES
THURSDAY
41 Peel Street
Canley Heights
10:00am-11:30am
12noon—2pm
Meets every second Friday
from 3 October 2014
BEGINNER
COMPUTER CLASSES
SOCIAL SINGING
GROUP
22/10/14-26/11/14
Every Thursday
Now at
Canley Heights Hall
“THANK YOU”
Charlie Muscat
Food, Fun and
Friendship—Healthy
Eating Project
for 13-18 years
Wed n esd ay Af t er n o o n
3:30p m -5p m
St ar t in g : 15/10/14
MULTICULTURAL
CARERS SUPPORT
GROUP
2nd Monday of Every
month
10am-12pm
our Volunteer singing teacher
16/10/14 - 11/12/14
10am-12pm
10.00am-12.00pm
DECORATIVE
PAINTING*
12:30pm-2:30pm
13/10/14 - 8/12/14
BEGINNER
COMPUTER CLASSES
“Back to Basics”
TAI CHI—Active8 Your
Life
1pm-3pm
1:00pm-2.00pm
12:15pm-2:15pm
22/10/14—26/11/14
LINE DANCING
16/10/14 - 11/12/14
GENTLE EXERCISE
CLASSES
17/10/14 - 12/12/14
contact Jenny 0432 500 201
SHOPPING TRIP
SERVICE FOR
SENIORS
Every Fortnight
Ring the centre for
details
At Canley Heights RSL
Humphries Rd
Wakeley
1:00pm-2:00pm
13/10/14 - 8/12/14
* Participant’s donation is utilised to cover overhead expenses
Mt Pritchard Office (02) 9823 7542
Canley Heights Office (02) 9728 4973
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MT PRITCHARD ACTIVITY CALENDAR
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
TAI CHI
ART CLASSES FOR
SENIORS
AMISTAD LATINA
SPANISH SENIORS
GROUP
ZUMBA
TAI CHI
9.15am-10.15am
9.00am-10.00am
16/10/14 - 11/12/14
17/10/14 - 12/12/14
NEIGHBOURHOOD
WATCH
SLIMMERS CLUB
9:00am —10:00am
13/10/14 - 8/12/14
10:00am-12:00 noon
Every Wednesday
14/10/14 - 9/12/14
Ring Linda @
Mt Pritchard for
Details 9823 7542
For more information ring
9823 7542
Meets first Thursday of
the month
Meeting dates:
2 October, 6 November &
4 December
INTRODUCTION
TO CARPET
BOWLS
13/10/14 - 8/12/14
Vince Aquilina
our volunteer
Art Class
Teacher
11:30am—1:30pm
Every Friday
10:00am-11:00am
17/10/14 - 12/12/14
SPANISH CARERS
SUPPORT GROUP
CONVERSATIONAL
ENGLISH CLASSES
3rd Thursday of every
month
10am—11am
10:00-12:00pm
17/10/14 - 12/12/14
Multicultural Active
Seniors Together
Project
Christmas Craft
SHOPPING TRIP
SERVICE FOR
SENIORS
Every Fortnight
Ring the centre for
Details
“THANK YOU”
BILINGUAL
WORKER
CASEWORK
AVAILABLE
Spanish &
Italian
16/10/14 - 11/12/14
12:30pm-2:30pm
By Appointment Only
BILINGUAL
WORKER
CASEWORK
AVAILABLE
VIETNAMESE
BILINGUAL WORKER
17/10/14 - 12/12/14
9:00am-11:00am
Spanish &
Italian
VIETNAMESE GROUP
By Appointment Only
11:00am-1:00pm
Every Friday
17/10/14 - 12/12/14
* Participant’s donation is utilised to cover overhead expenses
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GROUPS & OUTINGS
Neighbourhood Watch
The Mt Pritchard NHWGH has now been in operation for 18 months and has
a solid group of local residents with a common objective of improving the
safety and well-being for all residents of Mt Pritchard. The NHWG is pro-active
in conjunction with Cabramatta Police and Fairfield City Council re traffic
issues, crime and personal safety. We’re still looking for keen locals to join
and share ideas.
When: First Thursday of the month. Dates for this term: 2 Oct, 6 Nov, 4 Dec
Time: 10am-11am
Where: Mt Pritchard Centre
To register call The Heights Community Services 9823 7542
Out & About
This project has been funded by Mounties through 2014 Club Grants program
Wed 11 March 2015
Cam d en Hist o r ical To u r & Lu n ch at Cam d en Valley In n Ap p r o x co st $32
Wed 20 May 2015
Wo llo n g o n g Har b o u r & Lu n ch at Lag o o n Rest au r an t No r t h Wo llo n g o n g Ap p r o x co st $32
Wed 15 July 2015
Ro u se Hill Est at e To u r & Lu n ch at Th e Mean Fid d ler Ro u se Hill Ap p r o x co st $34
Wed 14 Oct ober 2015
Lu n ch at Br eaker s Co u n t r y Clu b Wam b er al Ap p r o x co st $25
ad d an ext r a $10 if yo u f an cy a gam e o f law n b o w ls
Wed 3 Decem ber 2015
Lu n ch & Sh o w at Wat er view Rest au r an t Ber o w r a Wat er s Ap p r o x co st $42
Bookings for 2014 trip are filling up fast so if you are interested please call on 9728 4973
Justice of the Peace
Charlie, Michael & The Social Singing Group for their time
to play & sing at the Fairfield City Council Open Day
Mr John W Tucker JP
By Appointment at
Mt Pritchard—9823 7542
Canley Heights—9728 4973
Tell me and I forget
Teach me and I remember
Involve me & I learn
- Benjamin Franklin -
SEAL—”Seniors Easy Access Loan”
For as little as $10.00 a week you can buy items such as a fridge, washing machine, lounge, mattress, home improvements,
tyres for your car, partly pay for a medical procedure & much more... with NO INTEREST!
Potential applicants can contact the service on
98237542 or 97284973
Mt Pritchard Office (02) 9823 7542
Canley Heights Office (02) 9728 4973
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GENERAL
Anthony—
our newest
volunteer
Community Restaurant
Multicultural Active Seniors Together
Jewellery Making
Lana & Nu with Vietnamese cooking group
FAX, PRINTING, PHOTOCOPY AND LAMINATING SERVICE AVAILABLE NOW AT
THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SERVICES
FAX from $1 PHOTOCOPY B&W from $0.20 PHOTOCOPY Colour from $0.50
PRINTING B&W from $0.20 PRINTING Colour from $0.50 LAMINATING from $1
Spanish Carers Support Group
Do you care for a family member or a friend that needs your
ongoing help? Gain support and get a better understanding
of many issues you may encounter and the importance of
self care. Join us for afternoon tea.
Si usted cuida de alguien que necesita su ayuda ya sea
para completar tareas diarias o se beneficia de su
apoyo emocional y financiero etc, este grupo le puede
ayudar. Participando de este grupo usted podra
informarse mejor de temas relacionados con
medicacion, tratamientos y como proveer una eficiente
ayuda a su ser querido y a usted mismo en un ambiente
amigable y relajado. Tambien se organisan actividades
sociales y excursiones.
When: 3rd Thursday of every month
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Mt Pritchard Hall
For more information contact Estela 9823 7542
Multicultural Carers Support Group @
Canley Heights
Do you care for a family member or a
friend that needs your ongoing help?
Gain support and get a better understanding of many issues you may encounter and the importance of self care.
Join us for morning tea.
When: 2nd Monday of every month
Time: 10am-12noon
Where: Canley Heights office
For more information ring
Estela 9823 7542.
Seniors Shopping Trip
Take advantage of this service for seniors. You can be picked up and
dropped off at your front door. Shopping takes place at Stockland Mall Wetherill Park. Service runs every Friday alternating between Mt Pritchard
and Canley Heights surrounding suburbs. Places are limited and must be
booked in advance by calling 9823 7542 or 9728 4973 for availability.
When: Fridays
Donation: $4 per person to the driver.
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Term 4 2014
Community Restaurant
Line Dancing
Join us for a three course luncheon amongst friends and other local
residents.
Join the line dancing group every Friday
afternoon from 1pm-3pm @ Canley Heights
Community Hall.
9th October 2014
11th November 2014
9th December 2014
St ar t in g :
17/10/14
For more information
please contact
Jenny on 0432 500 201
Time: 12.00- 2.00pm
Venue: Canley Heights Community Centre.
Bookings essential on 9823 7542
Back to Basics
Computers Classes
Th is p r o ject aim s t o p r o vid e lo cal r esid en t s
o ver t h e ag e o f 40 w it h b asic co m p u t er &
in t er n et skills.
Caring for Carers
Th is p r o ject p r o vid es
car er s w it h in f o r m at io n & co p in g
st r at eg ies in t h eir r o le as car er s.
The project is funded by Mount ies Group
t hrough 2013 Club Grant s
Th is p r o ject is f u n d ed b y Sm it h f ield
RSL t h r o u gh 2013 Clu b Gr an t s.
Food, Fun and Friendship
Healthy Eating Project
Join our FREE healthy cooking workshops for young people aged 13-18 years. Learn to cook healthier alternatives to ready made meals and take-aways and sample the dishes at the end of each session.
On: Wednesday Af t ernoon 3:30p m -5pm
St art ing: 15/10/14
Th is p r o ject is f u n d ed b y Cab r a-Vale Dig g er s t h r o u gh 2013 Clu b Gr an t s an d is r u n n in g in Par t n er sh ip
w it h Th e Heig h t s Co m m un it y Ser vices & Cab r am at t a Yo u t h Team .
Lets Get Active—
An introduction to
Carpet Bowling
On Mondays
from 13/10/14 at
Mt Pritchard Community Hall
Participants get together to learn Carpet
Bowling in a friendly environment
All resources provided.
This project was funded by Mounties
through 2013 Club Gants.
Tai Chi—Active8 Your life
Fr o m : Th u r sd ay 16/10/14
Fo r 9 w eeks
Tim e: 1:00p m —2:00p m