The Baringhup Social Afternoon is a centre-based 'HACC' [Home and Community Care] funded program which supports frail aged and younger people with disabilities, or their carers by:

-- preventing isolation;

-- offering company and friendship to frail aged or younger people with disabilities; and 

-- supporting carers through a day respite option. 


HACC programs aim to assist clients to remain independent in their own home for as long as they desire and are able to, or to be available to provide respite to carers who may be caring for someone at home.

Time: Wednesdays, 1.30pm (not held in the school holidays)

Contact: The HACC Social Support Co-ordinator

MALDON HOSPITAL

Activity groups are for people who want to make friends, enjoy trips, outings and visits or get some time out.  All activity groups have qualified and experienced staff on hand to help. The groups are for people aged 65+ or 50+ if Aboriginal or/and Torres Strait Islander. Weekly centre-based respite is also available for people who care for someone at home. Visit www.castlemainehealth.org.au to find out more or refer yourself through the My Aged Care website at www.myagedcare.com.au.

Castlemaine Health

The Salvation Army - Castlemaine

These information sessions have regular guest speakers, covering all aspects of diabetes and its management. The group provides a forum for self-help and social support in self managing your diabetes. 
Meetings are held at Castlemaine District Community Health, on the first Thursday of every month, between 10 -11am.
Please use link below for more detailed service information from our website.

Castlemaine District Community Health

Senior Citizens Clubs exist across the Mount Alexander Shire at: 
* Castlemaine;
* Campbells Creek;
* Chewton;
* Metcalfe;
* Maldon;
These clubs provide social activities and centre based meals.

Additional Information
Each club has a contact person (secretary or president). 
For details contact the Intake and Assessment Officer

MOUNT ALEXANDER SHIRE COUNCIL

A program varying from time to time, of recreational activities including quality time, fun time, craft, women's group, youth group, men's group, men in sheds & singing group. They also offer a comprehensive selection of computer and internet programs.

Kangaroo Flat Community Group

This site operates a medical practice with GPs supported by community health nurses and Allied Health staff.

Bendigo Community Health Services - Kangaroo Flat Site

A Support Group for people with Menieres Disease, their families and carers.
- Support 
- Information & Education
- Friendly conversation 

For all enquires including meeting times and place, please contact the Co-ordinator Rob Morrall.

Resources and information on Meniers disease, a rare and debilitating ear disease - a disorder of the inner ear that causes episodes of vertigo, tinnitus, a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear and fluctuating hearing loss.

Meetings are every couple of months. Best thing is for people to check website for meeting dates.

Meniere's Support Group - Bendigo and Region

The 'Men in Sheds' service
The 'Men in Sheds' service aims to provide activities for men who do not have access to a shed or equipment as well as social interaction with other men.  Men can enjoy the opportunity to meet other men, tinker or just enjoy a cuppa or a chat.  

Carpentry or workshop activities are conducted in the Shire Council's depot shed.  There are also monthly outings.

Contact: Social Support Coordinator

CENTRAL GOLDFIELDS SHIRE COUNCIL

Positive Living Programs 
A variety of Social Support programs aimed to motivate clients.

Contact Social Support Coordinator

Support groups in Maldon

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