Discover how gardening can grow more than just plants. Learn how horticulture can be used in a variety of settings to enhance general wellbeing, reduce stress, and support people living with conditions such as dementia and mental health challenges. Event will include Auslan interpretation.

 

Join us in celebrating the 2024 Seniors Festival with the graceful art of Tai Chi.

This age-old practice not only boosts physical health, balance, and mental relaxation but also builds a vibrant sense of community and joy.

Embrace the serenity and strength of Tai Chi with a free trial class hosted by Australian Oriental Martial Arts.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the transformative power of Tai Chi and connect with others in a harmonious celebration of well-being.

Register your interest by contacting Edwina Goh via email at ad@awcc.com.au or phone on 0467 597 080.

The upcoming event will feature three expert speakers offering valuable insights for seniors and their families. 

Join us for this practical, actionable, professional and motivating triple bill event featuring:

• Ilya Egorov from Balance Financial Group - a Financial Advisor
• Professional Organiser, Veronica Kennedy from A Hand to Help 
• Dianne Grace from Dianne Grace Family Law

Parking available at The Pines Learning Centre car park. Some disabled parking places are available.

Places are limited and registration is essential. 

Contact The Pines Learning Centre on 9842 6726 or visit our website.

Let's Crochet Together offers senior residents of Manningham an enjoyable and practical crochet session, with a special focus on those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.

Participants will not only acquire basic crochet skills, but also have the opportunity to build new community connections. 

Refreshments will be provided, and each participant will receive a complimentary crochet kit. 

Please note: this event will be conducted in Cantonese.

This event is free of charge for older adults aged 65 and above from Manningham. Spots are limited and fill up quickly, registrations essential.

Let's Crochet Together is organised by CASS Care and supported by Manningham Council’s Community Grants Program. 

Walking football is specifically designed for people over 50. 

It is a social, small-sided, and sustainable version of football played by people worldwide. It is the slower paced version of the beautiful game and the rules have been adjusted to make it social, safe and fun. 

Come along to our come and try event to give walking football a go!

No bookings required - just turn up.

Walking Basketball is great for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. The program is particularly valuable for seniors or those returning to activity after illness, injury or surgery.

The sessions are low-impact and focus on gentle movement, judgement-free exercise, moving at your own pace and having a laugh along the way.

Sessions are 10.00am to 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session.

The sessions are free, but participants need to register.

Term 2 dates: Thursday 1 May to Thursday 19 June
Term 3 dates: Thursday 21  August to Thursday 11 September
Term 4 dates: Thursday 9 October  to Thursday 4 December

Walking Basketball is great for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. The program is particularly valuable for seniors or those returning to activity after illness, injury or surgery.

The sessions are low-impact and focus on gentle movement, judgement-free exercise, moving at your own pace and having a laugh along the way.

Sessions are 10.00am to 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session.

The sessions are free, but participants need to register.

Term 2 dates: Thursday 1 May  to Thursday 19 June
Term 3 dates: Thursday 21 August to Thursday 11 September
Term 4 dates: Thursday 9 October to Thursday 4 December

Walking Basketball is great for participants across all ages, genders and abilities. The program is particularly valuable for seniors or those returning to activity after illness, injury or surgery.

The sessions are low-impact and focus on gentle movement, judgement-free exercise, moving at your own pace and having a laugh along the way.

Sessions are 10.00am to 11.00am on Thursdays at Bulleen Basketball Stadium White court. Morning tea is provided after each session.

The sessions are free, but participants need to register.

Term 2 dates: Thursday 1 May to Thursday 19 June
Term 3 dates: Thursday 21 August to Thursday 11 September
Term 4 dates: Thursday 9 October to Thursday 4 December

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system
•  finding local clubs and community groups 
• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system

•  finding local clubs and community groups 

• or finding events for older people

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.

Presented by Cancer Council Victoria and BreastScreen Victoria, this free session will cover topics such as

• keeping yourself and your family healthy
• the free national screening programs
• ways to prevent cancer and how to undertake free easy and painless screening at home or at a clinic

Content is particularly relevant to those up to 75 years of age, however all welcome.

 

Places are limited - bookings essential. 

Let’s talk healthy ageing in our community!

The Healthy Ageing team will be doing pop up sessions across Manningham. Come and have a chat with us about key topics, such as:

• navigating the My Aged Care system
• finding local clubs and community groups
• or finding events for older people.

No bookings required, simply come along with your questions and the friendly Healthy Ageing Team will be ready to assist.