December February 2018 Check out our current Activity newsletter and projects through our website. You can also hire our Tootgarook house online too. Click on the Recreation tab. Activities Newsletter Issue: 174
The new website link: OCConnections.org www.occonnections.org December Activities ACTIVITY TIME COST 3 rd December 1.00 5.00pm Let s Escape 10 th December 11.00 5.00pm entrance and lunch Your chance to escape for the day! Come on a road trip! Check out our current Activity newsletter and projects through our website. You can also hire our Tootgarook house online too. Go to my choices then Go to My Holiday then download the pdf Document for activities 2 11
Drinks and chat: 4pm FREE Dinner: $15-5.30pm Includes a delicious two course meal. Booking essential by 2pm Monday before that weeks disco ($10 for support staff) Disco: $15-6.30pm to 9pm Dancing & singing along with the DJ Disco Calendar DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY 7 18 1 14 25 8 15 22 Note: DJ name not displayed and DJ may vary Glen Waverley Community Centre 700 Waverley RD (Corner Waverley Rd & Springvale Rd), Glen Waverley Thursday nights Disco Night The disco & dinner function is held on Thursday and can be paid upon attendance with cash on the evening or via account. No client support is included in cost. Hall hire subsidised by the City of Monash Community Support Fund January Activities ACTIVITY TIME COST 21 st January 1.00pm 5.00pm Let s Escape 28 th January 11.00am 5.00pm entrance and lunch Your chance to escape for the day! Come on a road trip! February Activities ACTIVITY TIME COST 4 th February 1.00pm 5.00pm Let s Escape 11 th February 11.00am 5.00pm entrance and lunch Your chance to escape for the day! Come on a road trip! 18 th February 1.00pm 5.00pm Let's Escape 25 th February 11.00am 5.00pm entrance and lunch Here s your chance to escape for the day. Come on a road trip! 10 3
Christmas Tree Festival Our popular festival originally began in the 1960s in the backyard of Frank Burton, whose daughter attended our day support services. In time the festival grew and is today our biggest fundraiser, attracting generations of families who regard buying one of our trees as a Christmas tradition. Each year, more than 1500 trees are sold by a dedicated team of volunteers who give their time throughout the week and on weekends to help people find that perfect pine. The festival runs throughout December. Join the OC Connections volunteer team today! Our fundraising events rely heavily on the support of our volunteers. To help us run these fun and exciting events, please complete the enquiry form on our website or call reception on 9569 0603. The OC Connections is fortunate to be supported by a strong team of volunteers, who assist us across the organisation, lending their time and talents to better enable us to provide programs and services to people with an intellectual disability. Our volunteer program is enriched by the diversity of our volunteers, who come from all walks of life and range in age from school leavers to retirees. If you wish to be a part of the team please call the number below and ask to speak with the volunteer Coordinator. Phone. 03 9569 0603 4 9
OC Connections Activities Terms and Conditions Hire the Tootgarook Holiday House WEEKDAY AND WEEKEND ACTIVITIES All activities must be booked in advance. Please note there are no refunds once booking has been made. If weekend activity group does not reach its capacity of 8 participants, activity will be cancelled. 48hrs notice will be given. SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS Payments are made per term Non-attendance will be charged to retain placement One month notice is required for cancellation TOOTGAROOK HOLIDAY HOUSE HIRE Minimum stay 2 nights, maximum 10 nights A non refundable 20% deposit is due within 14 days of a booking for any holiday The balance is due within 60 days of hire commencement HOW DO YOU JOIN? To join, ring and speak to the OC Connections Activity staff. A Personal Support Form needs to be completed be-fore attending any activity or holiday. The OC Connections Activity newsletter will be posted or emailed to you Tri-monthly detailing leisure, recreation and holiday opportunities for the following months. Tootgarook holiday house is the perfect location to enjoy a holiday. Owned and operated by OC Connections, the holiday house is located just 81kms from on the Mornington Peninsula and is great for a weekend getaway or longer stays. The house is available to hire for disability and aged care services, as well as private rental. The six bedroom house (sleeping up to 14) is fully equipped for all sup-port capacity levels. While you are there you can enjoy: The Peninsula Hot Springs Go to the Mornington Markets Visit the Ashcombe Maze Visit local galleries and wineries Relax on the beach Fishing You can ring or email the OC Connections Activity staff to book activities and/or holidays on (03) 9569 0603 OR OCConnections.org Please go to our website to book online www.occonnections.org Click on My Holidays, then Tootgarook. 8 5
Donate Monday Evening Bowling OC Connections is a not-for-profit organisation. We rely on community support to supplement the many services and programs we provide to people, and their families. We are committed to services that enable all those with disabilities to live active lives with dignity and independence. Donate by calling us You can call us on (03) 9569 0603 (Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm) to make a credit card donation. Vacancies for bowling. Book now to secure your place Term 1 2018 will start on 22nd Jan. Bowling does not take place during public holidays When: Mondays 3:45pm-6pm Cost: $42 per session starting term 1 Includes: Staff support, transport to venue and return, two games and shoe hire Where: Starts and Finishes at OC Connections: 773 Warrigal Rd, Oakleigh Show us your skills or perhaps learn how to bowl with our awesome teams. Contact Tracy from OC Connections Activities Donate in person Our central office is located at 773 Warrigal Road Oakleigh 3166 We are open 8.30am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS Payments are made per term Non-attendance will be charged to retain placement One month notice is required for cancellation Get involved in some friendly sports! 6 7