CommunitySupportService

This program responds to the needs, safety and well-being of individuals
and families through effective community development initiatives
Individuals and families access support services that have
been developed by the Centre Co-ordinator and assisted by
the Department of Communities

Every Tuesday from 10am - 11am a local Justice of the Peace
will be available at the Neighbourhood Centre
for anyone who requires their services
No appointment is necessary

A representative from Centrelink will be available at the centre every
Wednesday from 9.30am - 12noon

Rashida Riaz is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker available to provide counselling for
stress, aqnxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, alcohol related problems and relationship issues
Medicare rebate may apply
Enqiries phone Rashida on 0410 505 307

Community Development

Identifying and responding to the
needs of the local community
If you wish to discuss anything please phone 07 3379 6963

NILS - No Interest Loan Scheme

Provides interest free loans for individuals or families on low income.
Thursdays. Contact Louise 3379 6963

Information, Referral,
Support and Advocacy

Assisting people to find information and support in
response to specific concerns
Helping indivuduals and families to cope with difficult
and stressful life situations
Mutual support through self help groups

Groups
A variety of groups run from the centre each week

SEALS
The SEALS (Seniors Enjoying Active Life Styles)
meet each Tuesday from 1pm to 3pm
Some weeks the group meets for a full day to enjoy bus trips
Activities include: Positive living, bus trips, guest speakers, craft, games,
sharing of birthdays and much more

500 Club
The card game 500 brings together men and women each
Monday from 12 noon to 4pm to play 500
and occasional social lunches
This game creates great mental stimulation and both beginners
and skilled players are welcome
Contact John 07 3371 4415

Grumpy Old Men Australia
(Mens discussion Group)
This group meets every Thursday from 10am - 12md
Designed for men to discuss issues, hear guest speakers, bus trips and more
Contact Geoff Cook on 07 3371 7455

Pottery Groups

Mudlarks
The Mudlarks meet on Thursday from 1pm
Basic skills in pottery are required and help is available from fellow members
Phone Lyn Amundsen 3221 8440 or Muriel Moxley on 3379 8539
for further details

Western Suburbs Clay Workers
We welcome artists working with clay, creating sculpture,
decorative pieces, functional ware and other styles of ceramic art
This group meets on Wednesdays
Intricate workshops are also held at times
Phone Jane 07 3399 6754 or Anthony 07 3372 9851

Playgroup

Time to Play
Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon
Activities for parents and children to meet regularly
A time to chat and share experiences
Enquiries Fran 3342 4016 or 0419 706 049

Education

At community request, different courses are run
to educate and update skills
Courses on a variety of subjects including senior first aid,
safety in your home and fire and safety drills are held at the Centre
Specialist trainers are sought through the Centre Co-ordinator

Computer Tuition

Our volunteer computer tutor runs individual classes
tailor-made to meet the needs of the pupil
Six one hour lessons for beginners to intermediate levels
are conducted for the cost of $30.00
"Hardware" classes are also available

Neighbourhood Craft Market

The market is held on the first Sunday of each month
Located on Oxley Road behind the library at Corinda,
all the goods are homemade, home crafted or home grown
For more information phone Lorna on 07 3379 3680

Special Activities

Some of these special days are:
Celebrating International Women's Day
National Neighbourhood Centre Week
National Volunteer Week
Domestic Violence Week
National Seniors' Week

Assisted by Department of Communities