2017 KCS Program of Acvtivities Feb to July

Kogarah Community Services Community Program February – July 2017

COLOUR & COFFEE GROUPKogarah Community Serviceshosts a free adult Colour & CoffeeGroup the 1st Tuesday of everymonth starting on 7th February 201710:30am – 12:30pmCome along to the group andrediscover your creative self;Meet new people & connect with othersin your local community;Find relaxation and peacein the flow of colouring;Participate in an activity that helps to reduce stress;Engage in an alternative meditation practice,that embraces your imaginationAll welcome, colouring materials and sheets providedKogarah Community Hub: 49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

FREE KID’S CRAFT DAYKogarah Community Servicesis holding a free Kid’s Craft SessionThe craft theme will be Year of theRooster and Pets with a diversevariety of craft, colouring sheetsand give-aways such as bookmarks.There will also be the opportunity forparents to give feedback about possible future seminars & activities.Wednesday 15th February 201710:30am – 12:30pmCraft supplieswill be provided at the sessionKogarah Community Hub:49 English Street KogarahBookings Essential for craft suppliesFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

DE-CLUTTER & SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE WORKSHOPDo you feel suffocated by clutter?Does your mind or space need clearing?Do you want to begin the year by taking control of the clutteraround you?The New Year is a great chance to start afresh and create a clutter-free space. Join Kogarah Community Services free workshop thatwill help you to develop strategies to restore balance in your life byreducing or eliminating the clutter around you.Thursday 16th February 201710:00am – 1:00pmKogarah Community Hub:49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookingsph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

DE-CLUTTER & SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE WORKSHOPDo you feel suffocated by clutter?Does your mind or space need clearing?Do you want to begin the year by taking control of the clutteraround you?The New Year is a great chance to start afresh and create a clutter-free space. Join Kogarah Community Services free workshop thatwill help you to develop strategies to restore balance in your life byreducing or eliminating the clutter around you.Thursday 16th February 201710:00am – 1:00pmKogarah Community Hub:49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookingsph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

FREE PARENT & CHILD ENGLISH CLASSESKogarah Community Servicesin partnership withTAFE NSW andBayside Library Serviceoffers free English Classes forparents and children.These classes allow parentsand children to learn Englishtogether and learn aboutliving and learning in Australia e.g. our family, our community,Australian public holidays, health and wellbeing, schools, librariesCourse begins:Tuesday 7th March 2017Classes are held every Tuesday10:00am – 12:00pmBeginners English Level for parents and children 2 years & aboveVenue: Rockdale Library444-446 Princes Highway RockdaleFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

HEALTHY EATING FOR HAPPY CHILDRENKCS invites you to learn moreabout nutrition and healthfuleating for your child in a weeklygroup setting led by Ann- MarieToolen of My Innate Vitality .Over four weeks Ann- Marie willoffer practical advice to help yourchild eat for good health andhappiness.Wednesdays March 8th –March 29th10.30am - 11.30amFor more information or bookingsph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

FREE ENGLISH CLASSESKogarah Community Servicesin partnership withTAFE NSW offers freeEnglish Classes toAustralian Residents(some visa exemptions apply)Course begins:Thursday 9th March 2017Classes are held every Thursday10:00am – 12:00pmThe classes are conducted within the local community by a qualified TAFEtutor, enabling students to:- improve their English language skills- gain confidence with reading and speaking English- develop new friendships- learn about local servicesBeginners LevelKogarah Community Hub: 49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

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Taking Care of Ourselves: Stress Reduction Workshop for parentsKogarah Community Services ishosting a free workshop forparents focused on providingstrategies to reduce stress.It will examine:- What is stress- How thoughts contribute to one’slevel of stress- What are unhelpful thoughts- Relaxation techniques- Everyday ways to take care ofone’s selfWednesday 5th April 201710:00am – 1:00pmKogarah Community Hub:49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

FREE KID’S CRAFT DAYKogarah Community Servicesis holding a free Kid’s Craft SessionThe craft theme will be Space andAliens with a diverse variety of craft,colouring sheets and give-awayssuch as bookmarks.Wednesday 17th May 201710:30am – 12:30pmCraft supplieswill be provided at the sessionKogarah Community Hub:49 English Street KogarahBookings Essential for craft suppliesFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

THRIVING & COPING IN THE WORLD TODAY and why it mattersKogarah Community Servicesis hosting a free workshopthat will explore strategiesfor coping in our world todayand how we can’t let outsideevents control our lives –It will provide strategies forbuilding strong coping skillsand discuss the various waysin which we canbecome more resilient.Tuesday 13th June 201710:00am – 1:00pmKogarah Community Hub: 49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookings ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]

Delicious Food for Great Health and Emotional WellbeingAre you looking for delicious,healthy food inspiration?Wondering what the Paleo diet is allabout and if it’s good for you?What’s the fuss about raw foods?What you eat can have a big impacton your emotional balanceand physical wellbeing.Dive into the kitchen withNutritionist and NaturopathJacqui Bushell who will be talking about all this and cooking up afeast. Be inspired in this informative, tasty and fun workshop andlearn how to create & prepare a range of delicious, simple snacks,meals and sweet treats that are great for you.Wednesday 5th July 201710:00am – 2:00pm$18 per person (limited spaces available)Kogarah Community Hub: 49 English Street KogarahFor more information or bookings essential ph: 9587 6622email: [email protected]



Carers Resiliency GroupMindfulness and Resilience are valuable skills for every carer, in every caring situation. Join our free group to learn how to manage stress and look after your own wellbeing whilst caring for a loved one. First Friday every month in 2017 Starting Friday 3rd February 2017 10:00am – 12:00pm To register or for more information contact Raine or Tracy on 9542 6292 This is a partnership with the Sutherland Shire Carer Support Service Inc. & Kogarah Community Services

www.jeder.com.au ABN: 61 168 152 869 PO Box 215 Kinglake, Vic., 3763 Enquiries: Michaela Kennedy 0409 646 665 [email protected] Gain knowledge about the NDIS from and Self-Managing supports, as well as Independent Planners experienced professionals from the disability/mental health industry. Get your plan ready for meeting with the NDIS planner? When: Tuesday 21st and 28th March2017We are inviting individuals with disability / Time: 9.30am – 2.30pm (both days)mental health, their family members and theirinvited supporters to participate in the Pathways Where: Kogarah Community Servicesto a Good Life workshop. 49 English Street, Kogarah NSW 2217 Our facilitators are independent and have no Register at: www.jeder.com.au alliance with any service provider or funding Kogarah Community Services & Sutherland body, participants are free to discuss any Shire Carer Support Service are hosting this situation in a safe and confidential event. The 2-day Workshop is FREE, we are asking – $ 5 per person, per day to contribute to environment. Our facilitators are experienced a light lunch planners that will work with you and your Over the 2-days you will know / learn: unique set of circumstances to support you to  How funding works under the NDIS describe your life right now and what it will  What makes a good life? take to get you to a desirable future.  Circles of support and Micro-boards  Describing how life is right nowWhy is planning important?  Developing a vision for the future  Setting goals to achieve the visionWe know that thinking about what you want in  What a typical week looks like now & futurelife and planning your goals is a positive step  The budget to make it workto:  Completing the NDIS paperwork  Next steps towards Self-Managing  Assist you in your NDIS planning meeting  Getting the support you want / need  Creating a person centred plan with more choice and controlThis 2-day workshop can help you achieve that.These workshops are interactive and full ofexamples of successful plans andapproaches. Workshops are facilitated by family members with experience in Person Centered Planning

Do you want volunteering that is simply and easy? Volunteering that has flexible hours? Volunteering that offers diverse opportunities to make a difference? Kogarah Community Services is seeking people to assist with:  Friendly phone calls  Learning a 2nd language   Meeting for Coffee with seniors   Post Office and shopping errands   Walking Dog   Helping with basic technology (mobile phone / computer)   Gardening (one-off or on a regular basis)   Cooking for seniors recovering from illness   Supporting our Parent & Child English Classes  Or you may have skills, knowledge and talents you wish to share with the community? There may be other things you would like to do, so let us knowFor more informationemail: [email protected]

KCS KID’S CORNERKogarah Community Services hasan interactive, fun and creativeKid’s Corner at our NeighbourhoodCentre. Each month we have a differenttheme with a diverse variety of craft,colouring sheets and give-aways,such as stickers and bookmarks.The upcoming craft themes for 2017 are:January: Under the SeaFebruary: Year of the RoosterMarch / April: PetsMay: Healthy EatingJune/July: Space & AliensWe also have toys and books at the CentreVisit Kogarah Neighbourhood Centre:90 Railway Parade KogarahMonday to Friday10:00am – 4:00pm

Kogarah Community Services Programs Outside Schools Hours CareBefore School Care: 7am – 9amAfter School Care: 3pm-6pmVacation Care: 7am-6pmProviding recreational activities where children are encouraged to have fun,express themselves and learn through play.Ph: 9553 6506; Mobile: 0419 019 032 Ageing WellSupporting your journeyLifestyle activities such as social groups, daily outings, walking groups, bus tripsIn home services including personal care, medication monitoring, assistance with lightshopping, meal preparation and cleaning.Higher Level Care providing specialised dementia services and bilingual support workers.Ph: 9553 6506 Community DevelopmentInformation & Referral located at Kogarah Neighbourhood Centre90 Railway Parade KogarahEmpowering people providing an extensive range of practical and uplifting short courses,workshops and seminars designed to inspire personal growth, empower and upskillparticipants, enhance wellbeing and promote positive mental health.Celebrating Community with fun activities and events celebrating diversity, talents andgenerosity of our community; from dance festivals to film screenings, an amazing race towinter sleep outs, we have something to interest everyone.Ph: 9587 6622