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The Aberfoyle Community Centre Incorporated is all about meeting the needs of residents, local groups and community members. The Centre is a central meeting place for community activities for local residents.
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Vision
Aberfoyle Community Centre Inc. - A Welcoming Place to Engage and Grow.
Mission
The Aberfoyle Community Centre Inc responds to individual and community needs by facilitating a diverse and accessible range of social, leisure, recreational and educational activities that develop personal growth, encourage well-being and a sense of identity.
Aims & Objectives
We endeavour to:
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Several local groups meet at the Centre. They provide a wide range of activities for residents. From arts and craft to computing or general interest to adult education. Group activities are listed on the Centre Calendar page.
Groups can even have their own page on this site to explain what they have to offer to the community. Readers can view the groups page here.
Computer courses are also regularly conducted at the Centre. You can see this term’s schedule here.
For activities and courses not listed in the calendar or groups try our activities page here.
The Centre is a vibrant, living and evolving part of the local community and continues to aim to meet the needs of the residents.
Come in for a visit today!
Welcome to SUMMER
NEW - Hebel Sculpture Art Workshops – 2012
Come along and carve your own sculpture out of hebel (aerated concrete) which is a soft, light art medium to work with.
For 5 weeks
When : Mondays 6 February – 5 March
Time : 9.30am – 12.30pm
Cost : $7.00 per week
You also need to buy your own Hebel block at approximately $10.00. Tools are suppled. Sculpture will be stored at the Centre for the duration of the workshops
Bookings – please ring the Centre 9.00am – 3pm, Monday – Friday.
Basic First Aid Workshop – First Aid for Parents - Babies welcome to attend with parents
Units of competency – HLTCPR201A
Course 1 : Tuesday 21 February
Time : 7 – 9pm Cost : $25.00 per person
Course 2 : Wednesday 9 May
Time : 12.30 – 3.00pm Cost : $25.00 per person
To enrol, please pay at the Centre. Cash or cheque only, thankyou.
Catherine Jackson Psychology – Bulk Billing Available
Catherine will be practising on Tuesdays. Services available to adults via Medicare or on a private basis.
Contact Catherine on 0412 795 644
Social Grandparents Playgroup
A self lead group
supported by Centre Staff
An opportunity for Grandparents to play with their grandchildren and meet other grandparents/carers in our wonderful Crèche and playground facility
Commencing : Wednesday 1st February 2012
Time : 2.30 – 4.30pm
Cost : $3.00 per family per session
All enquiries and enrolments please ring the Centre 8270 5377
Physiofemme - Pilates Back & Neck Class
Reduce pain and stiffness, develop core stability.
Suitable for all adults, ideal for pregnancy and new mums
Thurs 7.00 – 7.45pm
Maximum of 10 participants
Run by Chandlers Hill Physiotherapy
Cost $20.00/class or $180.00 prepay for x10 classes
Private Health Fund Rebates apply : Bookings essential Phone 8387 7047
Family Carer Program - Alzheimer’s Australia SA
A FREE program for family members caring for a relative with dementia living in the community.
Topics to be discussed in the workshop include :
- understanding dementia
- responding to changes in behaviour
- effective communication
- the caring role
- planning for the future and legal issues
- services and support available to you
When :
Time : 1.00pm – 3.30pm at the Aberfoyle Community Centre Inc
RSVP :
Registration is essential as numbers are limited. for further information or to register your attendance please contact - NATIONAL DEMENTIA HELPLINE : 1800 100 500
Immunisation Clinic - no Immunisation Clinic on Thursday 26 January
At the Centre every Thursday 2 – 7 pm. No appointment necessary.
NO cash payments.
Payment may be made by credit card or pre-pay at the Council Office (Hub) and bring your receipt or Immunisation will invoice.
Immunisation Accredited Registered Nurses are available at all clinics for advice on immunisation and administration of vaccines and other fee for service programs. For further information contact Council’s Immunisation Services Department 8384 0681
First day of Immunisation in 2012 – Thursday 12 January.
The Centre has a Hall/rooms available for hire for private parties, corporate functions, educational seminars and regular activities. Any questions regarding hiring of a venue can be answered by Anne. Please phone to make an appointment with her 8270 5377. Mondays – Fridays : 9am – 3pm.
We look forward to seeing you here soon.
