Activities for the Elderly in the Vermont area
Read on to find some interesting activities for our elderly in the Vermont area.
Here at Vermont Aged Care we are as vigilant as ever in the care of our beloved elderly residents. In the colder months we provide appropriate heating, warm blankets and tummy warming food and drinks become the order of the day. But we mustn’t forget fresh air and exercise. After all they contribute to keeping us all healthy, the elderly and the young. Here are some tips for things to do with your elderly loved one in Vermont or surrounding suburbs.
Who is doing what?
The Vermont Men’s Shed
The Vermont Men’s Shed is a joint project of the Vermont Uniting Community Centre and the local Lions Clubs. They are situated at the Vermont Uniting Church at 640 Canterbury Road Vermont. The Shed provides a place to come and share with men in the area on projects or to just sit and have a chat. Their aim is to provide a friendly environment where men can socialise and participate in their favourite activities. There is a well equipped shed and a garden area. The activities and open times are totally dependent on the men. All levels of skill are encouraged to suit each participant. They are open between the hours of 9:30 am to 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm on Wednesdays.
Seniors Acivities provided by Maroondah City Council
Our Senior’s community outings are subsidised by Maroondah City Council and available to Maroondah residents over 50 years-of-age. They are a great way to experience new places and make new friends!
Please note that you must be independently mobile and able to enter and exit a bus without assistance. There is no personal care offered on this program.
Check out the latest events on their website.
The Knitting Group
A friendly knitting and handcraft group meets socially on Monday afternoons (weekly). Many of our items are donated to the charity KOGO - knit one, give one. Read more about it on the Vermont South Neighbourhood House website
Walking Groups
Whether your elderly loved one has always enjoyed walking or not, now is the time to try. The reason is because walking is a gentle form of overall exercise. There comes a time when they have to give up sports such as tennis or football. However this must be replaced by something else. That is because sedentariness is harmful to their health. Check out walking groups in the area via the Keep Active website.
In Conclusion
There are so many more interesting and fun activities for elderly people in the Vermont area. So today we have given you a taster. We will continue this interesting series of blogs to keep your elderly loved ones happy and active. So until next time, from all of us here at Vermont Aged Care, we wish you a warm, happy and safe autumn. Goodbye for now.
This blog is intended to provide helpful advice. Please speak with your family GP for personalised information or, for specialist advice & support in Melbourne Australia, please contact VERMONT AGED CARE