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Social Support
An active social life plays an important role in good health. RangeCare offers social support services to help clients get out and about and live their best lives.
Day Respite Centres
The RangeCare Day Respite Centres offer social support, the opportunity to connect with new people, and plenty of fun activities.
We have centres located at Flaxton, Maleny, Nambour, and Gympie.
Our experienced staff offer a wide range of activities including:
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Arts & Crafts
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Card Games, Puzzles, Trivia, Word Games and Raffles
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Music, Theatre & Dance Performances
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Themed Days and Seasonal Activities
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Outings to explore the local community
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Meetups & excursions with other Respite Centres
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Our Day Respite Program also includes a delicious Morning Tea, a nutritious Lunch and transport to and from the centre.
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For more information on what activities are on offer at our Day Respite Centres, check out the Social Calendars below:
Dementia Respite Group
If you are a carer of a loved one living with Dementia, this is the time for you to have a well deserved break. We are happy to spend some time caring for your family member or loved one in a supportive, social space.
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For just a small client contribution, we will provide a nutritious Morning Tea and Lunch as well as a planned program of activities and outings specifically created by our Dementia experienced staff.
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Weekly on Friday from 10am - 2pm
Flaxton Day Respite Centre, 360-362 Flaxton Drive Flaxton, QLD
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Bus Transport option available or Carer can drop off. Pick up will start at 9.00am and Clients will leave the Centre at 2pm to return home.
My Aged Care Social Support Group & Transport Referral Code Required for attendance.
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To find out more, contact our Groups Coordinator on 07 5445 7044.
CircleTalk™
CircleTalk™ helps to build connections between older adults through being part of a regular structured conversation group. The group meets weekly for 1 hour over 13 weeks, guided by trained facilitators from RangeCare.
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CircleTalk™ members will:
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explore a new and interesting topic each week
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connect with others in new ways by sharing personal stories and ideas
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discuss all kinds of things about life, have a laugh, and enjoy meaningful conversation
Throughout the year, RangeCare offers CircleTalk™ programs in Nambour, Flaxton and Maleny. Registrations are essential as numbers are limited.
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To express your interest or find out more please contact our team on 5445 7044.
Life Story Group
The Life Story Writing Groups are for anyone who is interested in, or in the process of, writing their life story or memoirs. Our groups meet monthly in both Flaxton and Nambour.
The groups provide a friendly, informal and supportive place, where participants can learn from each other, share their writing, get advice, feedback and inspiration.
Both the Flaxton and Nambour groups are facilitated by our wonderful volunteers (Beth in Flaxton and Julie in Nambour). Both Julie and Beth are published authors with a wealth of writing experience. They are there to offer support with structuring, editing, inspiration and getting participants started on their life story or memoir.
Flaxton Group
When: Last Tuesday of each month from 1:45pm – 3:45pm
Location: RangeCare Flaxton Cottage - 360-362 Flaxton Drive, Flaxton Queensland 4560
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Nambour Group
When: Last Thursday of each month 10am - 12pm
Location: St Joseph’s Catholic Parish Church Hall, 177 Currie Street, Nambour
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Gold coin donation.
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Who can attend?
This group is open to both RangeCare clients and general members of the community.
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One-on-one support
If you would like some support to write your life story and you can’t attend one of our groups, we have volunteers who can assist you in your home. Call us to find out more.
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How to get involved?
For more information about this program or to register your interest, please call us on (07) 5445 7044 to speak to one of our friendly Volunteer Coordinators.
Retail Rescue
Can't get to the plaza or a major retailer?
Need to buy more than those pantry essentials?
Why not join our weekly shopping trip service?
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Transport included
Join 2 other like-minded clients on your shopping trip
Trips every Tuesday
Morning shopping trips start from 8:00am and return at 12:00pm
Choose your desired shopping trip location
Alternative locations
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To find out more, contact our Groups Coordinator on 07 5445 7044