Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre

Gentle Start Computers for Seniors
2022-10-25 09:30 - 12:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Beaconsfield Neighbourhood Centre, 8 O'Neil Rd, Beaconsfield, Vic, 3807, Australia
You perhaps have used a computer occasionally but would like to know more about their workings?
Gain confidence in using them by learning how they can aid you in everyday life activities. Bring your own laptop or use one of ours.
Starts Tuesday 25th October 9.30am-12.30pm for 8 weeks. Cost $50. Please note there will be no class on Tuesday 1st November.

Middle Eastern Street Food with Mary
2022-08-24 11:00 - 15:00
Learn how to recreate some flavoursome and exotic dishes from the Middle East. We will be making:-
Wednesday 24th August-Fava Beans and Salad 11.00am-3.00pm
Wednesday 31st August- Koshari with Fattoush salad and houmous 11.00am-3.00pm
Wednesday 7th September- Falafels with Fattoush salad and houmous 11.00am-3.00pm
Wednesday 14th September- Choice of 2 desserts- Semolina Cake and Baklava 11.00am-3.00pm
Cost $135 for the 4 weeks. All ingredients included.

Modern Floral Workshop with Betty
2022-08-31 12:30 - 14:30
A contemporary twist to your floral education. In this workshop, you will create a minimal and modern arrangement suitable for many occasions.
Wednesday 31st August 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $15 plus $30 Materials.
Please bring scissors or secateurs to this class.

Living at home for longer *FREE SEMINAR*
2022-08-11 13:30 - 14:30
This free talk will provide advice, tips and insights on how to continue living in your own home well into your senior years.
The seminar is tailored for those aged over 65 years who want to know how to access government-funded subsidies to help them live happily at home for longer. The seminar also provides advice on navigating the ‘My Aged Care; system.
Thursday 11th August 1.30pm-2.30pm. There is no cost for this session but advance booking is required to confirm numbers.

Winter Table Floral Workshop with Betty
2022-07-29 12:30 - 14:30
Warm up those cold, dark rooms with this beautiful arrangement for Winter. Using rich and vibrant colours, you will produce a table arrangement that will have all of your friends very envious indeed!
Friday 29th July 12.30pm-2.30pm. Cost $15 plus $30 Materials.
Please bring scissors or secateurs to this class.

Free Hearing Checks
2022-07-15 09:30 - 13:00
Facilitated by Hearing Australia, these free 5-15 minute sessions are available to everyone over the age of 18 years old.
Advance booking is essential and there are several days and times to choose from.
Running Friday 15th July 9.30am-1.00pm and Monday 18th July 11.00am-3.00pm.

Meditation with Sharon
2022-02-01 11:00 - 12:00
Discover the benefits of Meditation.
At the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual levels, enjoy inner peace and personal transformation throughout your daily life. A wonderful modality to assist with stress and anxiety.
Join Sharon for a guided meditation on a journey that you will find insightful and calming. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. You may also like to bring a journal, pen and a blanket for warmth.
Starts Tuesday 1st February 11.00am-12 noon for 10 weeks.
Cost $130.

Counselling Support Group
2022-02-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-03-04 14:00 - 15:00
Nothing is off the table in this new support group. We recognise that with counsellors currently fully booked for months in advance, there is a gap in the available help that is currently needed and wanted.
This weekly one hour session will assist those who would like to discuss thoughts, feelings, challenges, and any residual impact of 2020/21 years. It will be a learning and sharing group facilitated by an accredited counsellor, in a safe and non-judgemental setting.
The group will cover topics such as mental, emotional and behavioural health, coping strategies, resilience, isolation, loneliness, boredom, adapting to sudden change, anxiety, mood changes, internal and external triggers, lack of motivation, lethargic body and mind and the domino effect of difficulties that may percolate within the individual.
Sessions start Monday 28th February 7.00pm-8.00pm or Friday 4th March 2.00pm-3.00pm for 4 weeks.
Cost $60 for the 4 week block.

Health, Wellness and Discussion Group
2022-03-24 10:30 - 11:30
If you are interested in health issues and group sharing, you are welcome to join this new group.
Through sharing, learning from each other’s knowledge and experience, and gathering information along the way, it is hoped that the group can take home so helpful tips, guidance, information and encouragement (even inspiration) to better help yourself, your family and your friends maximise health and wellbeing.
This group will be facilitated by Rose Chong, one of our wonderful volunteers.
All sessions are gold coin donation.
Contact the office for dates.
