GC_Over_50s_March_2024_No_106

23 Shop 4/41 Ferry Rd, Southport 5661 4432 • www.adaptiveequipment.com.au Rollators and Wheelie Walkers Our range of rollators and wheelie walkers are lightweight they have hand brakes, backrests, comfy seats and stylishly designed. Designed for users who are still reasonably steady on their feet but require modest mobility and balance support to give them independent confidence. Our rollators and walkers come in many sizes so be sure to come in and see us so we can ensure the correct fit for you. ASPIRE VOGUE LIGHTWEIGHT2 WALKER Luxury look and feel with Danish design, profiled tubing, moulded fittings, ergonomic handles and refined colours. Its lightweight and ergonomic design with small turning circle for excellent manoeuvrability including smooth height adjustment. It locks when folded minimising storage space and makes transportation easier. Advanced locking handbrakes for increased user safety when walking and sitting. It includes a removable utility bag which is simple and stylish to remove for shopping. The deep seat and wide backrest for improved comfort and support Available in two stylish colours. ASPIRE CLASSIC 8″ SEAT WALKER / ROLLATOR Ultra-soft hand brakes with palm-ball lock effortlessly, offering increased comfort for users with arthritis or wrist/hand joint pain. The handle height adjusts quickly with hand wheels for optimal sizing. Its rustproof, robust aluminium frame provides durability and stability and whilst remaining very light to manoeuvre and transport. Latex-free handles allow comfortable grip especially for users with arthritis. The curved and padded backrest offers comfortable seated support and flips up/removes easily for folding/storage. ASPIRE VOGUE FOREARM WALKER Smart Posture System equipped with forearm supports that are height, depth and angle adjustable, the user can achieve optimal centre of gravity for improved balance and weight distribution. Luxury look and feel, Danish design, profiled tubing, moulded fittings, ergonomic handles and refined colours. Lightweight and ergonomic design with small turning circle for excellent manoeuvrability. Advanced locking handbrakes – for increased user safety when walking and sitting. Unbreakable TPE super soft wheels – offers high durability and a smooth ride for increased comfort. We have many more styles instore so come in and see us for the right advice and correct fitting. FREE for not-for-profit community & sporting groups COMMUNITY NOTICES UPPER COOMERA LIONS CLUB on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month meet at The Wattle Hotel in the function room Reserve Rd, Upper Coomera. Visitors and new members most welcome. Secretary Shirley Henderson 0416 939 804. email: uppercoomera.qld@lions.org.au Also find us on Facebook. STANDBY SUPPORT AFTER SUICIDE is Australia’s national service supporting people bereaved or impacted by suicide including Families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, First responders who have attended a suicide, and Members of the public who have witnessed a suicide. StandBy is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing free face-to face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual. Phone 1300 727 247 ORMEAU AND DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB meets on the second Saturday of each month at various members gardens. We are a relaxed, social club with meetings from 12noon, with a trade table, competitions, raffles and a shared lunch. There is usually a guest speaker on assorted garden related topics. Ph 0456842606 or email dok@bigpond.com COOMBABAH COMMUNITY GARDEN meets from 7am to 9am on Sundays. Entry to the garden is just off Brady Drive, Coombabah, behind Coombabah Primary School. We are a very friendy group and welcome new members who love gardening. We supply the equipment, you only need to bring a hat and your water. The garden has 25 communal beds and produce is shared between the people who attend on the day. Contact Joan on 0413496418. • CENTRAL • VOLUNTARY EUTHANASIA Exit International is an advocacy group that meets regularly at Robina, South Tweed and Ballina, to discuss end of life choices. We will discuss the many up-to-date methods that will allow you to die with dignity, in a peaceful, pain free manner, at a time and a place of your choosing. Attendees must be Exit members. Check out our website www.exitinternational.net or phone Local Coordinator Cath: 0435 228 443 (Robina & South Tweed) or Peter 0429 950 352 (Ballina) GOLD COAST LINE DANCING, New & Early Beginners through to Intermediate level. Italo-Australia Club. 18 Fairway Dr. Clear Island Waters. Also Wednesday night 6.00 to 8.30pm New to Upper Beginners, William Duncan School Hall, Cnr Alexander Dr. & Explorers Way, Nerang. Pam Probert 0410 505 740 pamseye@hotmail.com or Peter Probert 0490 467 032 peterprobert@hotmail.com iSpeak, KIDNEY SUPPORT GROUP - We’re a Kidney support group that meet 3rd Tuesday of the month 9.15-11.30am at Varsity Sports House, 3377 Christine Ave, Varsity Lakes in an informal setting away from hospital to learn and hear about people’s experiences being on dialysis, the different forms, dedicated discussion topics, along with invited speakers from greater GCHealth precinct. As a trial venue we will also be hosting joint meetings at Helensvale Library Room, Sir John Overall Drive.. FREE SOCIALIZE FOR CRUISE & TRAVEL ENTHUSIAST Talk and discuss similar interests. Good and bad experiences. Local and Overseas Package Holidays. Suggestions. Questions and Answers. Presentation talks, photos and collections will be shown when available. Senior, solo and couples welcome! Meet on selected Sundays : 24/03/24 and 21/04/24. 1 to 3PM at Robina Library (Meeting Room), Robina. TENPIN BOWLING at Robina Town Centre. Wednesday mornings 10am start. Men & women welcome. Lots of fun and social luncheons. Please ring Neroli 0477452844. BREAK AWAY MUSIC SOCIETY - Social gathering first Sunday of each month at 12 noon at Nerang Country Paradise Parklands, main entrance 231 Nerang-Beaudesert Rd, down to the building called the Barn. Gold coin admission. Everyone welcome, bring friends and instruments to join in the fun with Guest Artists and other performers. Food/drinks available (BYO Alcohol). Society Membership is based on INCLUSIVITYSUSTAINABILITY-CREATIVITY and RECONCILIATION. Info: Facebook Page; BREAK AWAY OPEN MIC or phone Paul on 0412 353 059. Breakawayopenmic@gmail.com U3A BROADBEACH, University of the Third Age, welcomes new members who are over 50 and looking to continue to socialise, learn and have fun with kindred spirits at BAVIA House in Broadbeach Waters that offers plenty of easy and free parking space. Opportunities include ukulele, languages, guitar, board games, history, memoirs, mah jong, yoga, art, choral singing, book club, financial discussion, explorers walking group, happy hour, law and order, movie outings, poetry appreciation, card playing, walking, armchair travel, discussion group, blokes breakfasts, gardening, lunches and excursions. We welcome volunteers to tutor new courses. WANTED SENIOR 10 PIN BOWLERS for Settlers League bowling 3 games on Friday afternoon with 3 to a team from 1 to 3pm. Please phone Roy on 5591 2221. LEARN TO PAINT. No need to draw. We paint on canvas, wood, etc. Birds, Flowers, landscapes, etc. Varsity Lakes Community Centre, Mattocks Rd. Mondays 9.30 till 12. Membership $10 per year, $6 each Monday. Teacher $5. Morning tea provided. Ring June 5578 3857. MUDGEERABA ROBINA RSL SUB BRANCH. Are you a VETERAN, partner of Veteran or a family member is a Veteran, the Mudgeeraba Robina RSL Sub Branch offer DVA Compensation support with Qualified ATDP Compensation Advocates. We have monthly morning teas and social gatherings on Friday night all Veterans, partners and family members are warmly welcome, you do not have to be a MEMBER to attend, for information please visit our web site www.mrrsl.org.au or call Darren 0400 601 565. GOLD COAST BRIDGE CLUB BEGINNER LESSONS: 6 Week Course: 2hrs a week for Beginners-Ongoing assistance for Graduates of Course. 9am to 11am: Fri 26 April-31 May • Mon 15 July-19 Aug • Wed 9 Oct-13 Nov. $85 Incl Textbook. Contact Teacher Dot Piddington: dot.piddington@bigpond.com, 0418 887 806. Easy Parking on site - 2883 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise.

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