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Positive Ageing

Summer News 2020

What a year we have had! Looking back, it is great to note how much our club has grown. Many of our members enjoy taking part in one to five activities per week. The friendships made at Affinity keep on growing and the health benefits only multiply. Indeed, according to Professor Boydell, from the University of South Wales, Sydney, there is emerging evidence that proves the benefits of ‘being connected’ resulting in an array of positive health and wellbeing outcomes. These include an increase in self-esteem and confidence, a sense of control and empowerment, improvements in psychological or mental wellbeing, and positive mood linked to decreases in symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Our new members joined Affinity through recommendations received from their friends, their interest in following an activity they enjoy (like dancing, singing, playing Canasta or playing table-tennis) or because their GP’s have recommended them to join their local Community Centre. The latter is known as ‘Social Prescribing.’ This is the current buzz phrase in healthcare and is part of a more integrated approach that is set to prioritise being and staying well. It is about understanding how our lives are affected by our health. Sometimes, pills, surgery or medical intervention alone can’t solve our problems.

Nedlands

Affinity Club

97 Waratah Avenue, Dalkeith WA 6009 | 9386 6170 | [email protected] | nedlands.wa.gov.au

The Affinity Club and Social Support members visited the Optus Stadium in November

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Marita Gardener

Community Services Officer (Positive Ageing)

Email: [email protected]: 9386 9803

Dr Dixon (OBE), one of the earliest pioneers of Social Prescription in the UK, concluded that social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing. In recent months, these recommendations from GP’s have been increasing. I am happy to welcome seniors and discuss with them the variety of activities on offer at our club that could match their interests. These activities will not only increase their social connections, but provide them with joy, laughter and optimism.

Furthermore, activities like singing, here at Affinity, have become very popular amongst our members because they enjoy creating and participating in something that is fun and has a purpose. Other activities such as the three dancing classes on offer at Affinity: Zumba Gold, Solo Ballroom Dancing and Line Dancing give our members the opportunity to dance, exercise and be part of a social activity. These activities are highly recommended for balance and to help prevent falls. Some GP’s recognise that those patients who experience debilitating falls find it hard to do repetitive boring exercises. Hence, dancing can make exercising more enjoyable. Check our calendar of activities on the last page for information on all our classes.

I look forward to a great 2020 and sincerely hope that more members feel encouraged to try something new this year. Challenge yourselves, you know it is worth it!

Summer 2020


10 Class Passes available Remember that we offer ‘10 classes passes’ for most of our activites. By purchasing these cards, you won’t need to worry about having the correct change at every class, just make sure you ask for a punch on your card. Even better, you’ll get one free class on your 11th visit! Our activities are great val-ue and we hope that by introducing these passes you will find it easier to attend regular classes.

Events for your diaries


Nedlands Affinity Club

JANUARY

Family Fun Intergenerational Morning Tuesday 21 January 10am-11am @ Mt Claremont Community Centre

Come and enjoy a morning full of fun games and activities for parents, grandparents and children! We will be celebrating Australia Day early with lawn games and activities. Brush up on your bocce, croque and ten pin bowling skills. Or why not challenge grandchildren to a game of giant Connect 4 or a dominoes game?

A free good old Aussie sausage sizzle will be provided. So, grab your family, especially your grandchildren and have a fun intergenerational morning. Free face painting available for the young and the young at heart. BYO picnic blanket or outdoor chair! RSVPs by Tuesday 14 January

FEBRUARY

Look Good, Feel Great Tuesday 12 February 11am @ Dalkeith Hall Enjoy a great display of fashionable clothing to suit all at affordable prices.

Friendship Day Friday 14 February at 10am Watch this space!

MARCH

St Patrick’s Day celebration Friday 17 March 11.30am-2pm @ Captain Stirling Pub

Come dressed in your best green outfit. Enjoy lunch at our local pub. RSVP to Marita at [email protected] or 9386 9803 (Lunch and drinks at your own cost)

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MEMORABLE MOVIES WITH PIZZA NCC 12.00PM-3.00PM Keep cool this Summer and join us for lunch and a movie in our air-conditioned TV Lounge at NCC

• Monday 3 February: ‘Giant’ with Rock Hudson & Elizabeth Taylor

• Monday 16 March: ‘Guess who is coming to dinner?’ with SidneyPoitier & Katherine Hepburn

Booking essential. Cost: Affinity Members $8, Non-Members $10. Includes Pizza, tea or coffee.

ASIAN CONNECTION & MOVIE NCC 12.00PM-3.00PM Lunch and more: Join us for lunch and meet new friends You are welcome to bring a plate to share

• Monday 17 February - Hotel Budapest

• Monday 30 March - TBA

Booking essential. Cost: Affinity Members $5, Non-Members $7. Coffee and tea provided.

MONTHLY MONDAY MOVIES Windsor Cinema approx. 10.30am Movie to be advised as soon as soon as it is published on the Windsor’s website.

• Monday 20 January

• Monday 17 February

• Monday 23 March

There is a raffle amongst members and lunch afterwards at Martineaus’ patisserie to discuss the movie.



T HI NGS T O T RY T HI S SUMMERTai Chi with Alan Figueroa Thursdays, 11am at Dalkeith Hall

Studies show that Tai Chi can help reduce pain and stiffness while gently exercising muscles and joints. Be guided by a fully qualified instructor who is trained to ensure the movements are safe for all participants and will help you develop strength and coordination of the body and mind in a fun and safe environment.

Cost: Members $8, Non-Members $10

Solo Ballroom Dancing with Kim Stock Mondays, 1.30pm at Dalkeith Hall NEW AFTERNOON SLOT

Solo Dancing is designed especially for those keen to get out onto the dance floor but don’t have a dance partner. Based on recognised Ballroom and Latin American dances, Solo Dancing is easy to learn and has far reaching health benefits such as improved balance, co-ordination, flexibility and promotes a sense of well-being – as well as providing an outlet for self-expression through movement.

Cost: Members $10, Non-Members $12.

Seated Zumba Gold with Viviana Soto Wednesdays, 10.45am at NCC

All fitness levels can do this high energy fun cardio exercise. Improve your general fitness, and general well-being to great music with a beat you can’t sit still to.

Exercise like it’s a party!

Chair Pilates with Ilsa Smith Fridays, 10am at NCC

All fitness levels seniors can do these gentle stretching exercises tailored to those who may not have exercised for a while or may be recovering from illness. A great way to improve core strength and balance.

Stay Happy, S tay ActiveAffinity Open Day Tuesday 11 October 2019, Dalkeith Hall

We had fun showing the Nedlands Community the variety of activities on offer. Ilsa Smith (Pilates, Chair Pilates and Choir), Caroline Monroe (Yoga and Chair Yoga). Participants were able to join in the activities, the sing-along and Morning Tea.

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Stay Happy, S tay ActiveAffinity Open Day Tuesday 22 October 2019, Dalkeith Hall

Viviana Soto invited participants to join her during her Zumba Gold demonstrations. Most people could not resist the vibrant rhythms. A great exercise for everyone.



Out and About with Affinity

Affinity was invited to ABC Perth Radio to talk about Positive Ageing - with Jessica Strutt, Viviana Soto and Professor Anne Marie Hill on Tuesday 5 November 2019.

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Out and About with:

• The Table Tennis members who always find a reasonto celebrate

• Affinity visiting Optus Stadium in November

• Mah Jong participants with our brilliant volunteerSandra Hocking

• Melbourne cup event at NCC

• The importance of sleeping well talk at our new venueThe Hive, Mt Claremont


Christmas at A ffinityFriday 6 December 2019

A great celebration with the Affinity Choir and the Zumba Gold girls. Heidi sang “Silent Night” beautifully in German and Father Christmas gave us a laugh and a treat. Thanks to all the team who helped us before, during and after the event.

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Nedlands Affinity Club Activities: Jan-Mar 2020



Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Memorable Movies

From 12.00 at NCC

3 Feb'Giant' with Rock Hudson

16 March'Guess Who's Coming to

Dinner?'

23 MarPlease RSVP for catering purposes.

Waratah Walkers with Trish Jamieson

From 7.30 am Departs from Dalkeith Hall. Please bring a hat and a

water bottle (free activity).

Zumba Gold Dalkeith

9.30am-10.30am Dalkeith Hall

Instructor: Viviana Soto

Affinity members: $9 Non-members: $12

Yoga for Seniors8.30am-9.30am

Dalkeith HallInstructor: Caroline Monro

Affinity members: $9 Non-members: $12Wear comfortable

clothes and bring a yoga mat and

blanket.

Zumba Gold9am-10am

Dalkeith HallInstructor: Viviana Soto

Zumba Gold is a fun, easy and low-impact Latin-inspired dance fitness

program. Get active while dancing to great music!


Pilates for Seniors

9am-10am Dalkeith Hall Instructor: Ilsa Smith


Monthly Laughter Yoga

10.30am-11.30am Dalkeith Hall

Instructor: Trish Jamieson


Zumba Gold Mt Claremont

9.30am

Mount Claremont Community Centre



Chair Pilates for

beginners10am-11am

Nedlands Community Care

Instructor: Ilsa Smith


Chair Yoga10am-10.45am NCC (side door)

Instructor: Caroline Monro Coffee and tea

after class includedAffinity members: $9 Non-members: $12

Table Tennis

10am-12 noon Dalkeith Hall


Sing with us! 1.30pm-3.30pm

Friendship Day SAVE THE DATE!

Fri 14 FebruaryLunch in the Swan Valley

Meet new friends!


Line Dancing 10am-11am at Dalkeith Hall

Instructor: Geoff Tuke


Pilates with props 11am-12 noon

Dalkeith HallInstructor: Ilsa Smith

Fun activity for all those who want to do pilates with a

variety of props.


Table Tennis1pm-3pm

Dalkeith Hall Affinity members: $4

Non-members: $6

Computer Support Cafe

10am-12pm at NCC Affinity members: $6

Non-members: $8

For more information, please

contact Marita Gardener at

NCCon 9386 6170

or email positiveageing

@nedlands.wa.gov.au

Canastawith Jenny @ NCC12.30pm - 3.30pm

Affinity members: $5 Non-members: $7 Tai Chi

With Alan Figueroa 11am-12.00 Dalkeith Hall


Affinity members: $9.00 Non-members: $10

Chair Zumba Dalkeith

10.45am NCC (side entrance)


Movie and Pizza

Movie Mondays @ The Windsor

approx 10.00am Followed by coffee at

Martineaus (at own cost) 20 Jan 10 Feb

Solo Dancing 1.30pm @ Dalkeith Hall

From 3 Feb

with Kim Stock Affinity members: $10

Non-members: $12

Mahjong

1pm-3.30pm at NCC Affinity members: $5

Non-members: $7

FAMILY FUN INTERGENERATIONAL

MORNINGTuesday 21 January

from 10.00am-1.00pm FREE EVENT FOR THE

WHOLE FAMILY Games for children and

adults, sausage sizzle and much more.

Mount Claremont Community Centre

5 Feb 8 Jan

11 March

Dalkeith Hall

with Ilsa Smith & John Hetherworth

Easy exercises for everyone


Asian ConnectionIndian/Asian food and movie - bring a plate!


From 12.30pm at NCC

17 Feb 'The Grand Budapest Hotel

30 MarchTBA

Tuesday March 17 12pm-2pm @

Captain Stirling Celebrate St Patrick's Day. Come dressed in

your best green!RSVP by Tues 10 March

Look Good, Feel Great

Fashion ShowFeb 12 from 11am

Dalkeith Hall

Love to dance?No partner required.

Look good at any age,

fashionable clothing at affordable

prices!

Exercise your brain with this great game

Our friendly volunteers will help you with your computer or device.

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