Mind Bayside Family and Carer Services calendar of events July 2017 June 2018
About Mind Bayside Family and Carer Services Mind Australia Limited is one of the country s leading community-managed specialist mental health service providers. We have been supporting people dealing with the day-to-day impacts of mental illness, as well as their families, friends and carers for 40 years. Currently we have over 60 service sites throughout Australia that, this year, will support 12,000 Australians on their personal recovery journeys. We believe that with the right kind of help and support, life can be better and people can and do achieve a life with meaning and purpose. The southern metropolitan region of Mind Family and Carer services are made up of: Bayside South-Eastern Melbourne Frankston- Mornington Peninsula City of Bayside Cardinia Shire City of Frankston City of Glen Eira City of Casey Mornington Peninsula Shire City of Kingston City of Greater Dandenong City of Monash City of Port Philip City of Stonington How we help families and carers We provide tailored, 1:1 support to families and carers of people with mental ill-health. We also provide opportunities for planned respite access, carer supports and day outings. How we help your loved ones our clients We also provide tailored 1:1 support to clients and assist them in the accomplishment of their goals. We help in providing information and resources, and, if they wish, in linking them to external services. We also provide ongoing group activities, day trips and four-day respite breaks. How we help the family We provide consultations and specialist therapeutic work to improve family relationships. We will help NDIS clients Mind is a major provider of psychosocial support to NDIS clients impacted by mental health issues. As Mind Bayside Community Services transitions into the NDIS model through 2018, Family and Carer Services will continue to provide respite support to clients, using the NDIS model. We look forward to continuing to lessen some of the negative impacts of the caring role. Please contact us if you wish to learn more about what we at Mind Bayside Family and Carers do, and how we can help to support you or your loved one(s) after the rollout of the NDIS locally.
Carer support groups
Peer support and the sharing of wisdom have been recognised by many families and carers as essential to their caring journey. Our various groups aim to increase carers social connections, knowledge and self-care. Find a Mind-facilitated carer support group near you: Time When Where Carer support organisers Cheltenham 7:30 9:30 pm First Wednesday of each month Frankston 10:00 am 12:00 pm Second Thursday of each month 2:00 4:00 pm Fourth Thursday of each month Port Melbourne 6:30 8:30 pm Third Thursday of each month Narre Warren 6:30 8:30 pm Fourth Wednesday of each month Church of Christ 2-12 Chesterville Road, Cheltenham, 3192 VIC Headspace Frankston 62 Playne Street, Frankston, 3199 VIC Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre Inc. Cnr Nott and Liardet Streets Port Melbourne, 3207 VIC Narre Community Learning Centre 1 Malcolm Court, Narre Warren, 3805 VIC Cheltenham Suite 13 & 14, Level 2 4-10 Jamieson Street Cheltenham, VIC 3192 Fiona Dukadinoski 0424 146 759 Frankston 62 Playne Street Frankston, VIC 3199 Mari Neil 0424 141 243 Matthew Dale 0427 722 856 Port Melbourne 86 St Vincent Place Albert Park,VIC 3206 Salma Mahari 0419 783 595 Laura Laidler 0437 392 577 Narre Warren Suite 1 & 2 64 Victor Crescent Narre Warren, VIC 3805 Julie Kowalski 0498 330 073 Melanie Wilkey 0418 271 055 Vicky Horn 0498 220 231
Day events for clients, their families, carers and friends
27 September 2017 13 December 2017 Beauty Park and Frankston War Memorial Beauty Park, Spring Street, Frankston 11:00 am 2:00 pm Pick-up points at 10:30 am Frankston and Caulfield Station RSVP by no later than 20 September 2017 Black Rock Lawn Bowls and Tennis Club 8 Fern Street, Black Rock 11:00 am 2:00 pm Pick-up points at 10:30 am Sandringham Station and Caulfield Station RSVP by no later than 6 December 2017 28 March 2018 27 June 2018 Myuna Farm Dandenong 182 Kidds Road, Dandenong 11:00 am 2:00 pm Pick-up points at 10:30 am Dandenong Station and Caulfield Station RSVP by no later than 21 March 2018 Black Rock Lawn Bowls and Tennis Club 8 Fern Street, Black Rock 11:00 am 2:00 pm Pick-up points at 10:30 am Sandringham Station and Caulfield Station RSVP by no later than 20 June 2018 We also hold special groups and events throughout the year. Call us to find out more about: Mental Health Week 8 October to 4 October 2017 Carers Week 15 October to 21 October 2017 International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) 3 December 2017 LGBTIQ Midsumma Carnival 14 January to 4 February 2018 Cultural Diversity Week 17 March to 25 March 2018 National Reconciliation Week 26 May to 2 June 2018
Respite day trips
11 July 2017 2 August 2017 Peninsula Hot Springs Experience over 20 globally-inspired bathing experiences whilst overlooking stunning 360-degree views of the region. BYO own lunch to enjoy among the local beauty. Dandenong market cultural experience Experience the cultural sensation of Dandenong s vibrant Food Discovery Tour, accompanied by the wit and insight of an experienced tour guide. We will taste amazing flavours and learn about the various ethnic cultural groups that call Dandenong home. 12 September 2017 17 October 2017 Emerald Lake Park A scenic drive to Lake Emerald followed by a forest walk and a paddle boat ride around the lake. We will enjoy a packed lunch at the picnic ground. Myuna Farm Enjoy a close encounter with birds, paddock animals, native animals and reptiles. Day trip includes entry and lunch at the farm café. 21 November 2017 12 December 2017 Bacchus Marsh Naturipe Fruits Enjoy fruit picking in the peaceful country town of Bacchus Marsh. Entry and fruit picking is included. National Rhododendron Garden and Devonshire tea We will walk through Olinda s beautiful gardens, followed by scones and tea at the Olinda Tea House. 23 January 2018 13 February 2018 Australian Rainbow Trout Farm in Macclesfield Enjoy the atmosphere of the Dandenong Ranges. You will gain entry into the trout farm and have a 99.9% chance of catching a fish. We will utilise the BBQ facilities to enjoy our catch. Frankston sand sculpture and BBQ It comes around once a year, and it s marvellous! A walk through Frankston Waterfront viewing the Land of Imagination exhibition, featuring over five metres of sand sculpted giants. A light BBQ lunch afterwards. 6 March 2018 24 April 2018 Sherbrooke Forest walk A 700-metre walk (45 minutes loop) along the Gully Nature Walk in the Dandenong Ranges, followed by bird feeding. Entry and token into the bird feeding area included. We will then enjoy a picnic lunch at the Grants Picnic Ground. Healesville Sanctuary Enjoy Australia s unique wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary. Entry fee is included. Please bring your own packed lunch. 29 May 2018 26 June 2018 Bullen Bullen cultural tours Experience a guided Aboriginal tour and have a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of Aboriginal Ancestors. You ll experience the sacred welcome ceremony, learn about Aboriginal culture and rituals, and have opportunities to taste traditional food, hear music and learn about the special use of plants and animals. Peninsula Hot Springs Experience over 20 globally-inspired bathing experiences whilst overlooking stunning 360-degree views of the region. BYO own lunch to enjoy at a local scenic vicinity. Important information for all day trips: Due to the high degree of interest, we encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment. Please book four-to-six weeks in advance by calling (03) 9686 4900. Once you have been selected for a day trip, you will be sent a letter containing information about the trip. We also request that you contact us as soon as possible in the event you are unable to attend a day trip. This will provide us with sufficient time to allocate another client to the day trip.
Four-day respite break
Client four-day break Date 24 July to 27 July 2017 13 July and 20 July 14 August to 17 August 2017 3 August and 10 August 4 September to 7 September 2017 (Youth specific) 24 August and 31 August 23 October to 26 October 2017 12 October and 19 October Destination Grampians This nature reserve in Victoria is a stunning place to escape to. Staying at Halls Gap, we will be surrounded by sandstone mountains, wildflowers and wildlife. Some activities to look forward to include: walks both short and long visits to breathtaking lookouts including the dam wall, Sundial Peak and Lakeview Lookout, Chatauqua Peak, Boroka Lookout and more visits to some of amazing falls in the area including Silverband Falls, Turret Falls, Mackenzie Falls and more opportunities to see native animals and birds including kangaroos, emus, echidnas, kookaburras, cockatoos and many more birds activities at the reserve, including art and group-run activities. Hepburn Springs Staying at Hepburn House, this is one of our most popular and rejuvenating getaways. Some activities to look forward to include: Convent Galler Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens & Mill House Chocolate Mill Lavender Farm The Mill markets and opportunity shops Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa yoga class walks Phillip Island Staying at a luxury retreat in Cowes, this will suit people with a wide variety of interests. Some activities to look forward to include: waterslide mini golf wildlife walks and bike tracks art gallery bowling alley health spa safe swimming beaches A Maze N Things Koala Conservation Centre Penguin Parade go-karting and many more. Aireys Inlet Some activities to look forward to include: tennis walks both long and short canoeing, paddle boating, swimming and relaxing by the heated spa visits to local areas including Torquay, Bells Beach, Lorne, Ocean Grove, Geelong and Erskine Falls in the Otway National Park visit to Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, with a variety of activities Geelong Art Gallery and other art spaces Geelong Wool Museum and many more.
Date 13 November to 16 November 2017 2 November and 9 November 2017 18 December to 21 December 2017 7 December and 14 of December 2017 29 January to 1 February 2018 8 February and 15 February 19 February to 22 February 2018 18 January and 25 January 2018 Destination Wattle Point Staying at the Waterfront Retreat, a joy to experience that s nestled in 20 acres of natural bush and right on the edge of Lake Victoria. Some activities to look forward to include: tennis and bike riding fishing, canoeing and kayaking spa and pool visits to Lakes Entrance, Buchan Caves, Paynesville, Raymond Island, Eagle Point and more opp shopping in Bairnsdale visit to the Den of Nargun walks near, among others, Fairy Dell, Ramrod Creek, Lake Tyers, Lake Bunga and many more. Balnarring Some activities to look forward to include: art and craft visits to Gordon Glassblowing Studio, galleries and museums visits to Mornington Market, Coolart Heritage Mansion and Gardens Rosebud and Rye opp shopping at various locations swimming and spa at Hastings pool beach walks at Cape Shank, Bushranger s Bay or Point Nepean Park and many more. Queenscliff Some activities to look forward to include: Heritage walks Queenscliffe Maritime Museum Art galleries Vintage and opportunity shopping in Queenscliff and local areas Point Lonsdale Pier and lighthouse Fort Queenscliff historical tours of an active military base Swimming and fishing Visits to Barwon Heads, river-side park and the famous café featured in the television series Sea Change Visit to Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre with a wide range of activities to see and do Visits to Port Arlington and Indented Head for swimming and walks Visit to Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary And many more. Phillip Island What a prospect: featuring a stay at a luxury retreat in Cowes, this trip suits people with a wide variety of interests. (Please see September trip for further details.)
Date 19 March to 23 March 2018 (Youth specific) 8 March and 15 March 2018 30 April to 3 May 2018 19 May and 26 May 2018 18 June to 21 June 2018 7 June and 14 June 2018 Destination King Valley We will be staying at the newly renovated Typo Station, which is located in the picturesque King Valley. Activities to look forward to include: swimming and picnics at Lake William Hovell, Lake Buffalo or Lake Catani canoeing at Lake William Hovell walks at Paradise Falls, Powers Lookout or on the walking tracks fishing at Lake Buffalo drives to Myrtleford and/or Wangaratta art, music and table tennis day out to Milawa Cheese factory and olive grove activities at the venue, such as carpentry and blacksmithing. Echuca Back by popular demand, this trip to Echuca is our furthest expedition. By the border of Victoria and New South Wales on the banks of the Murray River, Echuca s picturesque setting will delight nature lovers. Some activities to look forward to include: walks in various locations historic tour art galleries museums paddle steamer ride swimming in the river and many more. Grampians This nature reserve in Victoria is known for its stunning landscapes. Staying at Halls Gap, we will be surrounded by sandstone mountains, wildflowers and wildlife. (Please see July trip for further details.) Important information for four-day client breaks: All participants are required to attend two pre-holiday meetings on two consecutive Thursdays prior to the trip. Please make sure you are available for these meetings before registering your interest in the break.
Carer four-day break Date 18 September to 21 September 2017 Pre-holiday meeting date: 14 September 2017 27 November to 30 November 2017 Pre-holiday meeting date: 23 November 2017 21 May to 24 May 2018 Pre-holiday meeting date: 17 May 2017 Destination Phillip Island What to look forward to: featuring a stay at a luxury retreat in Cowes, this trip suits people with a wide variety of interests. (Please see client September trip for further details.) Hepburn Springs What to look forward to: featuring a stay at the continental House Hepburn, this rejuvenating getaway is one of our most popular breaks. (Please see the August trip for further details.) Grampians This nature reserve in Victoria is known for its stunning landscapes. Staying at Halls Gap, we will be surrounded by sandstone mountains, wildflowers and wildlife. (Please see July trip for further details.) Important information about carer four-day breaks: All carers are required to attend one pre-holiday meeting held on the Thursday prior to the trip. Please make sure you are available for this meeting before registering your interest in the break. Important information about respite four-day breaks: due to the high volume of interest, we encourage you to book early to avoid disappointment. Please book four-to-six weeks in advance by calling (03) 9686 4900. Once you have been selected for a day trip, you will be sent a letter containing information about it. We also kindly request that you contact us as soon as possible in the event you are unable to attend a break. This will provide us with sufficient time to allocate another client to the trip. As it is not possible to do all of the listed activities, group activities will be chosen during the pre-holiday meetings.
We also run ongoing groups that are heaps of fun and are open to clients, families and carers! Indoor soccer group, followed by BBQ every Monday. Music group every first and third Tuesday of the month. Fun and creative art group, fortnightly on Fridays. To find out more, please contact Mind Bayside Family and Carer Services on (03) 9686 4900. Join us, we d be happy to see you!
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