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

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

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

Initial Contact: Don Leversha
Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month unless holidays (public or school) interfere.

Headway - Bendigo

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

Polio Support Group - Bendigo

Respite (short term 3+ hours) overnight, individualised support, short term respite, day support, emergency support and in-home respite.

Respite available for all ages including children.

Asteria

A meeting place and drop-in centre providing social support and recreational activities for people aged 55 years and over. Includes art group, card games, indoor bowls, craft groups, social days and a walking group. A small fee applies.

Support groups in Sutton Grange

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