The Scoop - Tamborine Mountain Community Care Association

The Scoop
April - May 2016
Geoff's Doodles
As always, it has been a very busy start to the year ensuring we meet our
obligations to our funders, both the Commonwealth Home Support Program
(CHSP) and the Queensland Community Care Program (QCCP). We
acknowledge their continued support for funding the essential services that
we deliver to you, our clients.
We have a limited number of places available for some services including
Domestic Assistance & Respite Care. If you need additional services and find
every day chores at home a struggle, please call the office and we can set the
wheels in motion to make sure you get the help that is needed. Remember all
services delivered are provided for a small fee. All fees are put back into the
service to enable us to deliver the services to a greater number of clients than
we are funded for. Fees are kept to a minimum ensuring they are affordable
and offer value for money.
We have recently submitted a funding application to the Community
Gambling Benefit Fund to install additional toilet facilities and an
entertainment deck to the rear of the building. Lets all cross our fingers and
hope that the application is successful.
Bean Me Up
Coffee Club
Join us for coffee, laughter and a good old chat. Have fun and play
board games, bring your
knitting or a book to read, free internet.
Every third Wednesday of the month at TMCCA
Bring a plate to share.
Gold coin donation for coffee and tea.
Transport available, call the office to book transport.
10am – 12pm
Jo’s Jotter
Autumn is here! I expect you are all loving the cooler weather. I love
this time of year too but because its chocolate season!!! I am currently
getting through annual reviews and will eventually get to chat to all of
you. In the meantime, if there is anything you need to chat about or
are struggling at home, please do not hesitate to contact us.
As for the Newsletter, I’ve finally decided to hand over the reigns to
Laura, who is more than happy to take on the challenge! So if you have
any ideas or just want to leave feedback please let her know.
Please don’t forget to book on outings, activity afternoons, shopping
buses and the coffee club, especially this time of year as its getting
cooler and I know that sometimes we can find it easier to sit indoors,
but its important to get out and socialize … it definitely lifts our mood!
Plans have already started for the special Pink High Tea for this year!
Its going to be the best one yet!! So watch this space!
Take care and speak to you soon
How many VW Kombi’s can you find?
Don’t forget to check out our Website:
www.tmcca.com.au
You can read the latest Newsletter on line
Tamborine Mountain Community Care
42 Southport Avenue
Tamborine Mountain
QLD 4272
P O Box 45
EAGLE HEIGHTS
QLD 4271
Tel: 07 5545 4968
[email protected]
MOTHER’S
DAY
MAY 8
TH
ANZAC DAY SERVICE 25TH APRIL 2016
5am: Dawn ceremony at Circle of Remembrance, corner
Main Street and Geissmann Drive Tamborine Mountain
11am: March and Service at Circle of Remembrance
Elsie”s 101st Birthday
Carer’s Group at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Gents Club BBQ at Thunderbird Park
Wednesday outing - Superbee & Currumbin Surf Club
Safe Driving
Driving 75 and over
Everyone 75 and over who holds a Queensland driver licence must carry a current Medical Certificate for Motor Vehicle Driver at all times when driving. You must
also comply with any conditions listed on the certificate—you can be fined if you
don't.
Getting your medical certificate to drive
If you don't have access to a printer, ask at your doctor's surgery if they can download and print the form for you. You can also get the form from a transport and motoring customer service centre, at a participating QGAP office or at a police station—
in rural or remote areas of Queensland.
Complete part 1 of the form and then ask your doctor to complete part 2, including
the tear off medicate certificate. Once your doctor has completed and signed the
Medical Certificate for Motor Vehicle Driver form, tear off the medical certificate and
carry it with you whenever you drive, making sure the review/expiry date can be
read. You must show your medical certificate to a police officer if they request it.
You do not need to do anything with the rest of the Medical Certificate for Motor Vehicle Driver form but you are encouraged to keep it for your own records.
Do you need to present your medical certificate?
You need to present your medical certificate to the Department of Transport and
Main Roads if:
you develop a permanent or long-term medical condition that is likely to adversely
affect your ability to drive safely
•
you have a permanent or long-term change to an existing medical condition that
is likely to adversely affect your ability to drive safely
•
your doctor has recommended a licence condition be imposed or altered, or the
class of licence you hold should be downgraded
•
you are applying for or renewing your driver licence at a transport and motoring customer service centre.
You should not wait until you need to renew your driver licence. You must present
your medical certificate to the Department of Transport and Main Roads as soon as
you become aware of your medical condition or any change to your existing medical
condition.
How long is a medical certificate valid for?
From 1 January 2014, medical certificates are valid for a maximum of 12 months. This
means that if you are 75 or over, and want to keep driving, you must go back to your doctor every 12 months for a new certificate.
In some cases your doctor may want to undertake more regular checks, and your medical
certificate may be issued for a shorter period. If your doctor issues a medical certificate for
longer than 12 months, you may only use the certificate for 12 months from the issue date.
Will I be reminded to get a medical certificate?
If you are turning 75 and hold a current licence, you may receive a letter from the Department of Transport and Main Roads approximately 6 weeks before your 75th birthday to let
you know you now need a medical certificate if you want to continue driving.
If you lodge your medical certificate with the Department of Transport and Main Roads,
you will receive a reminder around 6 weeks before it is due to expire, to let you know you
will need to get a new medical certificate.
This reminder is sent as a courtesy, so you should not rely on this as your only reminder to
get a new medical certificate.
Below, you’ll find information about the common concerns and issues facing older drivers
http://www.racq.com.au/cars-and-driving/safety-on-the-road/educational-programs/olderdriver-programs
The below link covers a range of issues related to safe driving, and gives you a score based on
your responses
https://secure.racq.com.au/ssl/questionnaires/older_drivers_self_assessment_questionnai
re.cfm
Client Activity Afternoons
Craft with Aunty Flo
Wednesday 13th April 2016
1 pm - 3 pm
MOVIE ARVO
Wednesday 11th May 2016
1 pm - 3 pm
Far from the Madding Crowd
In Victorian England, the independent and
headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts
three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak,a
sheep farmer, Frank Troy, a reckless sergeant and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor.
$2
Afternoon Tea Provided
TMCCA recognises your right to:
to
Have your comments valued and to make a complaint if you are not happy
with the
services you receive.
As a TMCCA Client, to have the right to give honest feedback about the services you are receiving without fear of losing the service or having it reduced.
HACC standards require TMCCA to have clear policies, in writing, for handling
complaints from service users, and to make sure that our clients understand
how those policies are applied.
Phone if you have any questions or concerns about this policy,
please contact the TMCCA Manager, Geoff Marshall
5545 4968
Bunnings Bus
Every third Monday of the month.
Pick ups from home commence 8.30am to arrive
at Bunnings by approx. 10am.
(Quarterly Workshops presented by Bunnings
– January, April, July, October).
Refreshments available at Bunnings Café.
Cost $10 per person
If you would like more information and to book, please call
TMCCA 5545 4968
This is how our volunteers celebrated Easter!
It makes one wonder what they get up to at
Christmas!
Don’t forget Monday April 25th is a public
Holiday and our office will be unattended
WEDNESDAY OUTINGS
Wednesday 6th April 2016 – Logan Mega Centre
$12.00 per person—Bookings taken from 1st March 2016
Back by popular demand!! This trip involves heading to the Logan Mega Centre where you have the
option to visit one of its many busy stores. These stores include Ikea, Spotlight, Anaconda, Rugs-amillion, snooze, freedom and many many more ….
Note: Fee includes transport only so lunch and refreshments are at the clients
own expense. We will not be stopping for morning tea.
.
Wednesday 4th May 2016 – Toowong, Brisbane.
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium & Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens.
$30.00 per person—Bookings taken from 1st April 2016
Note:Pick up times from 8am. We will travel by bus to Toowong in Brisbane, no morning tea on the
way due to longer travel time (a toilet break will provided). On arrival we will visit the Sir Thomas Brisbane
Planetarium where you can learn about our universe as you enjoy the different Planetarium facilities including the Cosmic Skydome, Display Zone, Mini Theatre, Observatory, and the Galaxy Gift
shop. There will be time for a quick cuppa before making our way to the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens
where we will enjoy a guided bus tour through the gardens. Lunch, (cost included in the outing fee), is a
set menu with a choice of Fettuccine or Fish with salad and tea/coffee, is booked for 1.30pm at the Botanical Café. We will depart the café at approx. 2.30pm for the journey home expecting to return all clients
home by 4.30pm.
(Please feel free to bring your own snacks and cold beverages for the longer trip).
Destinations for Tuesday Shopping Trips
Gold Coast shopping bus destinations are:
5th April
12th April
19th April
26th April
3rd May
10th May
17th May
24th May
31st May
7th June
14th June
21st June
28th June
Helensvale
Burleigh
Pacific Fair
Runaway Bay
Harbour Town
Robina
Helensvale
Burleigh
Pacific Fair
Runaway Bay
Harbour Town
Robina
Helensvale
BUS BOOKINGS
For all Tuesday buses remember to
ring one week before if you would like
to book a seat.
Calls for bookings will be accepted
from 08.30am on the Tuesday.
Confirmation is also needed for the
Thursday local bus.
Thank you for your
cooperation
BEAUDESERT BUS
First Monday of each month
(except Public Holidays)
RING OFFICE TO BOOK PLEASE
4968
5545
THURSDAY BUS
Please be advised that transport to medical appointments should be
booked with one of our volunteer drivers.
Please call our Office for assistance.
EQUIPMENT HIRE
IMPORTANT NOTE
Please be ready for the Tuesday
Shopping Bus by 8.30 am so that
there are no delays in pick ups
Many Thanks
Groceries & More Direct to your Door ?
Are you struggling to get your weekly shop ?
Unable to get to the shops ?
Want to save time ?
All your groceries will then be delivered directly to your
home. The delivery person even brings the shopping
in for you and puts it on the kitchen work top … no
bending!
SO SAVE TIME …… SHOP ON-LINE …….. TMCCA
WILL DO IT FOR YOU !!
Equipment available from TMCCA
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Walking sticks
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Quad sticks
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Folding walking frame
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Quad walkers
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Canadian crutches
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Toilet chairs
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Shower chairs
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Wheelchairs
Monthly hire fees are due in
advance.
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Refundable Deposit
$20.00 for wheelchairs
$10.00 for other equipment
☺
Monthly Fees
$30.00 for wheelchairs
$20.00 for other equipment
TRANSPORT FEES for 2015
Volunteer Transport
Destination
Bus Transport
Destination
Local Thursday Shopping Bus
Beaudesert
Coast Shopping
Fee
$6
$12
$12
Rights and Responsibilities of
TMCCA Clients
TMCCA recognises your right to:
The right to be informed and
to be consulted
As a TMCCA client you have
the right to be informed
about the service available to
you, and about
your rights as a
client.
Fee
Alamanda Hospital, Southport
$30
Ashmore Medical Centre, Benowa
$32
Australian Hearing Centre, Southport
$30
Beaudesert
$28
Biggera Waters
$27
Brisbane Royal Hospital, Brisbane
$60
Bundall
$35
Browns Plains
$40
Canungra
$13
Carrara
$30
GC Hospital, Southport
$30
Helensvale
$20
Hope Island
$22
Ipswich Hospital, Ipswich
$72
John Flynn Hospital, Tugun
$52
Local Tamborine Mountain, Eagle Heights
$8
Logan Hospital, Logan
$40
Mater Hospital, Brisbane
$60
Mermaid Beach
$38
Oxenford
$18
Pacific Private Hospital, Southport
$30
Pindara Hospital, Benowa
$32
Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane
$60
Robina Hospital, Robina
$36
Runaway Bay
$27
Upper Coomera
$18
Wesley Hospital, Brisbane
$60
Sunnybank Hospital, Sunnybank
$56
NOTE: If your trip includes the cost of parking or
toll fees, you are requested to pay the fees
GENTLE EXERCISE GROUP
Each Monday at TMCCA
$5.00 per session
IN HOME RESPITE
As arranged with TMCCA
$7.00 per hour
HOME MAINTENANCE
As per schedule
$20.00 per hour
FRIDAY FRIENDSHIP
Each Friday at St John’s, Beacon Rd
$20.00 per day
DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE
As per schedule
$12.00 per hour
GENTLEMENS CLUB
Twice per month at St John’s, Beacon Rd
$20.00 per day (Mondays)