SUPPORTING YOU TO STAY HEALTHY AND HAPPY AT HOME
Social groups to keep you connected
Our social groups have something for everyone.
We run several community friendship groups to provide opportunities to learn, get involved and meet people, and to avoid becoming socially isolated. We are flexible and responsive to changing needs and go out of our way to help you find groups and activities that you will enjoy.
Social connections are so important, positively impacting both physical and mental health. Strong social networks can reduce the risk of depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline, while also promoting a greater sense of belonging, happiness, and life satisfaction. Maintaining these connections can even lead to a longer, healthier life.
Friendship Club
We are delighted to be able to provide the Friendship Club as a place where people in Melville and the surrounds can come together to enjoy activities, food and friendship. The Melville Cares Friendship Club is located at the Southern Districts Senior Citizen Centre in Willagee. Activities include movies, concerts, picnics, arts, crafts and music.
Social group outings
We know how important it is that meaningful relationships are maintained, to make new social contacts, and to continue to engage with the wider community.
Melville Cares organises social group outings for groups of up to 10 people. These can vary from lunch and dinner outings, trips to Araluen, Fremantle and the Mandurah canals, the movies, theatre or other forms of entertainment. We can offer one on one support on these outings if needed.
We also organise evening outings on a regular basis. These social groups provide opportunities to visit restaurants, hotels, movies, shows and Christmas lights outings (seasonal).
Friendship groups for people living with dementia
Run by experienced support staff, our interactive dementia program is designed to meet the needs of people living with dementia.
Our aim is to provide opportunities to socialise, communicate and engage in a safe and stimulating environment. The program includes craft, suitable outings and various forms of entertainment. Fun is always on the agenda and a nutritional home cooked meal is prepared on-site for all participants. These groups also provide some respite for families and carers.
The program also includes a Dementia Café initiative which provides an opportunity for clients and their families to connect with one another in a special safe place. The Memory Cafe is held on a regular basis at Westfield Booragoon and Hawaiian Melville. Venues are softly lit, calm environments to enjoy quiet interaction.