Seniors (Active Ageing)
Seniors (Active Ageing) Activities and Programs
Active Ageing Strategy
Brings together the strategic Active Ageing directions of the City of Rockingham. The vision of the Active Ageing Strategy is as follows:
The City of Rockingham will be an age friendly community where older people feel included, valued, and respected for their contribution to the community. Older people will live in affordable, secure and safe environments, enjoy good health and lifestyle choices, and have the opportunity to access and participate in paid or volunteer work and affordable social activities.
Active Ageing Forums
Seniors forums are held on a bimonthly basis for seniors living in Rockingham. The forums are designed to provide information on a range of topics that are relevant to seniors and provide an opportunity to meet new people. Previous topics have included:
- Public Transport
- Volunteering
- Mens Health
- Mental Health
- Laughter Yoga
- Nutrition, diet and exercise
For information on upcoming forums, please contact Community Services on (08) 9528 0483.
Rockalendar and Activity Guide
The Rockalendar provides information about the City's upcoming events. The City of Rockingham supports and celebrates a diverse range of cultural events, designed to provide residents and visitors with opportunities to enjoy world-class arts experiences and to participate in cultural activities.
The Activity Guide has been produced to promote fun and creative sporting, recreational and leisure activities available within the City of Rockingham to residents and visitors. Our aim is to promote healthy active lifestyles and improve the overall health and well being of all individuals.
For further information on the Rockalendar or Activity Guide, please go to the Events and Activity Guide page.
Gone Fishing Program
They City of Rockingham's Gone Fishing program involves connecting a group of Rockingham seniors with a group of enthusiastic young people wanting to learn about fishing. The benefits for:
- Young people - learn about the techniques of fishing, enjoy evening fishing sessions in various locations around Rockingham and get the opportunity to make new friends and connect with some of the senior members of our community.
- Seniors - as mentors, you get the opportunity to share your knowledge and connect with some of the younger members of the Rockingham community.
The program involves 25 young participants and runs twice a year during the summer months.
To find out more about Gone Fishing or to become a senior volunteer, contact Community Capacity Building on 9528 0420.
Seniors Facilities
Autumn Centre
The Autumn Centre offers a focal point for older people in the community to socialise, create supportive networks and pursue personal interests.
Libraries
The City's libraries provide a seamless service to all members of the community, including the Rockingham Regional Campus Community Library, Safety Bay Library and Warnbro Community Library.
Bert England Lodge
Nursing Home
Bert England Lodge is located at 111 Woodbridge Drive, Cooloongup WA.
Challenger Court
Retirement Village
Challenger Court is located at 30 Ray Street, Rockingham and offers 50 independent living units.
Alternative Residential Accommodation
Information about nursing homes, aged care and hostels and retirement villages is available in the DPS Guide to Aged Care, available from the Commonwealth Carelink Centre please phone 1800 052 222 or click on the following link for further details http://www.health.wa.gov.au/services/category.cfm?Topic_ID=7
Rockingham Connect Community Transport
Rockingham Connect is the City of Rockingham's community transport service. Transport is available to people living all over Rockingham who do not have access to alternative transport and it can be to your door if necessary. Please phone 9550 7933 for further details and to book.
Community Support
Looking for more information on aged and community help? Phone the Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres on 1800 200 422.
Seniors Information
Seniors Health Card
Residents over the age of 60 are eligible to obtain a Seniors Card. For information on how to obtain a Seniors Card, visit Department of Communities.
Meals on Wheels
This service is designed specifically for members of the community who are unable to provide themselves with a nutritious, well balanced diet due to age, infirmity or disability. To join, you may request to be put on the program through yourself, a family member, your GP, a hospital or Community Care Facility (e.g Silver Chain or the Aged Care Assessment Team), if you meet the eligibility criteria.
What is the meals on wheels service?
It is a nutritionally balanced meal program for older frail or younger people who have an ongoing disability, or their carers. The aim of the service is to help many of our community members continue living in their own homes, within familiar surroundings and neighbourhood networks, for as long as they are able to do so.
The meals served are prepared fresh daily and consist of:
- Soup
- Main Course
- Fruit Juice
- Dessert
Meals are delivered by a very capable team of volunteers between 8.00am and 11.00am Monday to Friday with extra meals provided for weekends. On Wednesdays and Sundays the meal normally consists of a roast dinner and on Friday a fish meal is served.
Does the service cater for special diets?
The service can provide meals for consumers who require special diets such as:
- Diabetic
- Low fat
- Sodium free
- Vegetarian
- Blended
- Acid free meals
If your diet is not listed please talk to us about your special needs.
How much does the service cost?
The current charge for Meals on Wheels is $6.50 per meal with the preference of meals to be paid for in advance. Accounts are also sent out monthly.
What you are required to do
If you are an existing Meals on Wheels consumer or are looking to join please ensure you follow these points:
- Place a suitable container (ESKY) outside the front door to store the meal
- Collect the meal from the container as soon as possible after delivery
- Warm the meal as required, refrigerate or freeze as appropriate
- Complete the payment envelope details and include the correct payment
- HAND the payment envelope to the volunteer
- Provide adequate notice in case of cancellation.
As a consumer your input is encouraged and welcome. If you have a positive comment to make please don't hesitate to call us. Similarly if you have a concern with the meals service call administration so we may rectify the problem.
How do I join or find out more information?
Administration of the service is undertaken by the Meals on Wheels Coordinator who can be contacted on 9528 8560.
Safety for Seniors / Home Security
Safety for Seniors is a program run by the City of Rockingham and the local Police, aimed at supporting safety for seniors in the Rockingham community. To find out more, please visit Safety for Seniors.
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