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28 Brava Ave SAN REMO NSW 2262 www.facebook.com/sanremocommunity28 Brava Ave SAN REMO NSW 2262 www.facebook.com/sanremocommunity

Term 1 Edition 2019WHEN? Wed 6th March – 10th April 2019WHERE? San Remo Neighbourhood Centre10am-12pmCall Central Coast Family Support Services for more information 4340 1585

THE FAMILY GARAGE A welcoming and safe place for families to belong.

Whether it be referrals, programs, events or just having a conversation, The Family Garage has it all.

If you would like an appointment with our Family Worker please call the centre on43907888.

Whats On!

Shed Happens - San Remo Community Men’s Shed Open 8am - Noon on Mondays, Wednesdays,

Fridays and Saturdays, so come and check us out. Bring a project, bring a mate or just turn up with enthusiasm.

Home Maintenance for Women Open 8am - Noon on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, so

come and check us out. Bring a project, bring a mate or just turn up with enthusiasm.

The San Remo Local Art Group Classes - Beginners to Advanced Learn to paint with acrylics.

Tutored by Jana Colvin.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meets Mondays at 7.30pm and Sundays at 10am at The Centre. Find a new direction!

Northern Wyong Community Drug Action Team (CDAT) Working to address drug and alcohol issues

through projects, education and information , CDAT meets bimonthly.

Legal Aid Free, confidential legal advice - fortnightly. Phone 4324 5611 for an appointment.

Mondays

Tuesdays

Euchre Card Group A friendly group enjoy euchre every second week from 9.30am - 12 noon. $3 per session

Phone Doug on 4399 2641.

Narcotics Anonymous This group meets every Thursday evening from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. “If you want to

use DRUGS, that’s your business. If you want to STOP, that’s ours”. Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of

men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly

to help each other stay clean. We are only interested in what you want to do about your problem and how we

can help.

Construction Crew A social/interactive group that meets regularly in the community for the benefit of

children 8-12yrs old, living on the spectrum, with OCD or ADHD. Thursdays commencing after school till

4.15pm. Ring the Epicentre for more info on 4390 7888.

Wednesdays

Food Addicts (FA) in Recovery Anonymous Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Are

you underweight? Overweight? Obsessed with food, weight, or dieting? You are not alone. Today there is a

solution. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. This meeting is held every Wednesday 5.30pm at the centre.

Financial Counselling Wednesdays appointment essential.

Thursdays

Shed Happens - San Remo Community Men’s Shed Open 8am - Noon on Mondays, Wednesdays,

Fridays and Saturdays, so come and check us out. Bring a project, bring a mate or just turn up with enthusiasm.

Home Maintenance for Women Open 8am - Noon on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, so

come and check us out. Bring a project, bring a mate or just turn up with enthusiasm.

San Remo Sensational Play Group Tuesdays from 9.30am-11.30am. Activities include Arts & Crafts,

Story Time, Music Time. Exercise & Movement, Free Play & Exploration.

FridaysZumba Gold® Easy to follow and no experience is necessary so any age and ability can participate. Our

qualified instructor Jodi will lead you through the sessions at a comforable pace. From 11.30am - 12.15pm

$10 per class.

Hatha Yoga Gentle stretching and relaxation to unwind your mind and body. Relax with Margaret from

9.30am - 11am $10 per class.

Food For Thought Community Restaurant Share a meal and a chat at your local community restaurant

Fridays @ San Remo Neighbourhood Centre. Opens for lunch at 11am.

Multicultural Group Bus Trips Last Friday of each month. Cost $7, seats are limited, bookings essential.

Please phone 4390 7888 to register your attendance.

FridaysServicesLegal Aid Free, confidential legal advice in civil law matters such as housing law, consumer law,

discrimination, social security & health on Mondays fortnightly. Phone 4324 5611 for an appointment or

information.

Emergency Relief If you are struggling to make ends meet and need emergency assistance, contact the

Centre on 4390 7888, Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment only.

Gambling Counselling Free all welcome ie; family, friends, neighbours & colleagues - available by

appointment. Phone 4351 0116 for bookings or details.

Personal Counselling Get help managing difficult emotions or life experienceds including grief and loss,

relationships, stress, anxiety, anger and self confidence. Appointments available on Monday & Fridays. Call

the Centre for information for the FREE Counsellor - Andrew.

EAPA Vouchers Having real trouble keeping up with the energy bills? Enquire at the Centre about eligibility

for EAPA assistance

Community GroupsCommunity Garden New members welcome. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9am - 12 noon

McCrea Boulevard, San Remo. Contact Andrew on 4392 5606.

San Remo Tidy Towns Meets every first and third Sunday of the month at John Pete Howard Reserve, San

Remo at 9am. Contact Gordon on 4390 0636.

Bicycle Repairs and Recycling The Centre is a drop-off and distribution centre for recycled and

reconditioned bikes for those in need. Your donation of bikes or bike parts can help someone get to work or

school or just enjoy riding a bike! For more details call Kerry on 4353 4613.

The Epicentre BookingsThe Centre is available for private functions such as weddings, engagements, special occasions or club meetings. Costs available on application, special rates for children’s parties.

“Sluggo” our 12 seater bus is also available for community use.

Contact us about how to access the Outdoor Aboriginal Cultural Space. This is the ideal setting for family gatherings, meetings, events and BBQ’s. *Bookings essential*

Coming soon in the New Year we will be holding an Aboriginal Fashion Parade and need all the help we can get, making clothes for the event, so come along and have some fun. Group starts back on Tues 5th Feb 10 -12 noon next week Wed 13th, Tues 19th, Wed 27th Feb.Any enquiries please contact Narelle Hennessy on 4390 7888.

Food For Thought@ The Community

RestaurantOpen for lunch Fridays

11amAll Welcome

Share a meal and a chatFor students

Mondays, Thursdays& Fridays from 7.30am

at the Centre

During school term only

Dona�ons ofbread, milk and

milo appreciated

Break f a s tC l ub

The Epicentre Aboriginal ProjectNgaliya Dhuluga - we you and I in the middle

Out in the cold? We provide assistance for

ELECTRICITY BILLS each Wednesday appointments

are essentialPh: 43907888

Project

The volunteers at the Sunny Seed Garden love plan�ng vegetables and learning new methods. Tuesday and Friday mornings.

If you’re interested in gardening and would like to meet new people please call 4390 7888 and ask for Kaye.

The Construction Crew!Exciting Times!A group for young people aged between 8 - 12 yrs who are living on the spectrum. It will run directly after school on Thursdays till 5pm. For more info please call Mary-Anne at The Epicentre on 4390 7888.

San Remo Sensat iona l Play Group Tuesdays from 9.30am-11.30am

Supported Playgroup ac�vites include:ARTS & CRAFTS ~ STORY TIME

~ MUSIC TIME ~ EXERCISE & MOVEMENT~ FREE PLAY & EXPLORATION

Please bring along some fruit to share for morning tea

San Remo Sensat iona l Play Group Tuesdays from 9.30am-11.30am

Supported Playgroup ac�vites include:ARTS & CRAFTS ~ STORY TIME

~ MUSIC TIME ~ EXERCISE & MOVEMENT~ FREE PLAY & EXPLORATION

Please bring along some fruit to share for morning tea

To register for programs or any enquiries call Corrina on 4390 7888

Love Bites - Respectful RelationshipProgram

Term 2 at Nova skill and Lake Munmorah High School

Are you looking at moving out?Ready to begin the journey towards independent living?Want help preparing yourself for your next step?Starts Term 2. Book in now.(RIKI is a Family and Community Service/Housing NSW Program)

*Coming Soon*Rent it Keep itGOATS Workshop

Mondays 2.30pm - 4.00pmCome and be part of the fun!

Become a great public speaker, learn how to be a problem solver, build up your con�dence and make new friends

Gain practical experience in organising the “The GOATS Festival” music event

SHAPE ProjectBe a sexual health peer educator. 16yrs+ learn skills on how to provide your peers with important sexual health messages.Call us for more information

Tutoring I’m a local tutor providing assistance with Maths, English, general homework, Dyslexia, learning difficul�es, behavioural challenges, Asperger’s and Au�sm. Kindy to Year 7. Older students are welcome depending on their needs. I’m available Mon-Fri 3pm-6:30pm Facebook- Kylie Giovanni’s TutoringPhone 0404 645 888

· Support advice, informa�on and referral · Skills development group work · Case management

- Reality Check behavioural program - Thursdays - Boyz to Men mentoring program and building projects - Wednesdays at the San Remo Community Men’s Shed - G-Links support group for LGBTQIA young people - Wednesday a�ernoons - T~Party support group for gender diverse young people - 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month - ‘Actually I can’ focusing on self-development and relaxa�on - Mondays - Love Bites JNR skills for engaging in healthy and respec�ul rela�onships at headspace Lake Haven and Hopetown - Thursday - Coaching Young People For Success crea�ng posi�ve profiles and goal se�ng - Mondays - Let’s talk Choices tools for making healthy lifestyle choices - Mondays - Event Management skills for planning and implemen�ng events - Wednesdays - Northern Wyong Community Drug Ac�on Team (NWCDAT) - next mee�ng is 4th June 11am - Junior CDAT young people taking ac�on on drug and alcohol issues in the community with events, community engagement and youth ini�a�ves - Next mee�ng is 7 March 2.30pm - Want some help to become job ready? We can provide you with assistance in preparing your resume and give you interview training, so you feel confident to go a�er the job you want - Study Support LYSS has computers for you to complete your assignments and to access online tutoring for homework help - School packs for young people requiring assistance with basic sta�onery needs

For young people aged 12-17 years Are you feeling stressed out? Having a tough �me? Need someone to talk to? See the LYSS team in the Youth Cabin

S k i l l s Deve l opmen t G roup s

For more information on programs, courses and activities call the LYSS Team Leader Corrina on 43907888

head spa ceAppointments available in the

LINKS Youth Cabin9.00am - 11am Tuesdays

You t h Hea l t h GP C l i n i cFree access to doctor for contracep�on,

sexual health and general medical services for young people aged 14-24 yrs,

9.00am - 12.00pm FridaysDrop in or make an appointment

REGISTER NOW to join in the fun

call Jill for more details on

4390 7888

Service

Blue Haven A�er School Care and Vaca�on CareBlue Haven OOSH Service is located at the Blue Haven Community Centre and is a fully accredited child care service through NQF providing quality care for primary school aged children.A�er School Care operates from 2pm to 6pm Monday to Friday during school terms and provides a range of exci�ng ac�vi�es and a healthy a�ernoon tea.Vaca�on Care operates during the school holidays from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and provides a program of fun and entertaining ac�vi�es such as super hero days, masterchef cooking, electronics and construc�on ac�vi�es.We also have great excursions planned, for example movies, cultural and community experiences, inflatable world and laserblast. See staff for full program.Parents and carers can be assured of their children's safety as they play, learn and socialise under the friendly guidance of our experienced and qualified educators.

CCB (Child Care Benefit) is available through Centrelink. Your CCB is used to calculate andconsiderably reduce your daily fees making child care an affordable op�on.

Please phone Kristy for bookings & enquiries on 43 992242 or email oosh@sanremo.org.au

ELLEN’S

ESSENTIALS

Legal Aid available at the Epicentre. Please call on 4390 7888 for more information.

Shower and washing machine facili�es now available

at the Centre

Find us on

Ellen’s Essen�als-the essen�albag for those experiencing or

leaving Family Violence

S a n Remo BMX C l ubWe’re up and racing!

BEHIND THE SEEN: Emergency Services SEE What Others Don’tThe Epicentre is pleased to announce a partnership with Behind The Seen (BTS), a national project which

initiates and manages programs and campaigns to heighten awareness of the unique mental health challenges faced by first responders, and the ripple effect on their family members. For more information, join their facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/behindtheseenaustralia or email info@behindtheseenaustralia.com

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NOCKSOur community op shop is openCome in for a barista coffee and a browse Good quality women’s clothes Men’s clothes Children’s and baby clothes Bric-a-brac

Handbags Shoes Jewellery Handbags

Shop No.4Liamena Ave San Remo

Opening Hours: Tues - Fri 9.30am- 3.30pm

Volunteers NeededRing 43907888 for more info

Find us on

CommunityMen’s Shed

Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat8am-12pm

Join a friendly groupat the shed

28 Brava Ave San Remo

Are you finding it difficult paying your bills?Financial counselling is a free community serviceavailable to support people experiencing financial

difficul�es. The financial counsellor may help you tounderstand your rights and responsibili�es, find

op�ons to manage financial difficul�es & nego�ate with lenders. They can also offer budget counselling& informa�on sessions. Phone: 4329 4477 for more

informa�on or to make an appointment.

reduce your finesIf you have outstanding fines with the State Government you may be eligible

to take part in our Work and Development Order (WDO) program

Telephone the Centre on 4390 7888

P. 02 4390 7888 F. 02 4399 2398 E. info@sanremo.org.au W. www.sanremo.org.au

28 Brava Ave SAN REMO NSW 2262 www.facebook.com/sanremocommunity

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