Every Thursday
Every Friday
Date: 17th August
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Social & Support Groups
Our social and support groups are purposely designed for members of the community to learn together, to encourage each other and grow together.
A great place to meet new people with similar interests and goals, NSCLC is a warm and inviting environment to spend some time to nurture yourself.
The warm and inviting rooms at the hub will have you feeling right at home. Find a large range of social and support groups below.
Social Groups
Grow together, spend time as a community learning something new, or creating friendships while working together in one of our craft or social groups.
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Support Groups
Encourage, learn and grow together while supporting each other. Our support groups are warm and inviting to enable you to spend time with others discussing areas of interest.
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Health & Wellbeing
Find out more about your health and wellbeing at one of our clinics or classes. Join us for an informative session or get involved in a class.
More InformationSocial Groups
Grow together, spend time as a community learning something new, or creating friendships while working together in one of our craft or social groups.
Social craft group
Every Wednesday
(during Victorian school terms only)
Time: 11am – 2:30pm- Get out of the house
- Socialise while you craft
- Share skills & experience with others
- Bring your own materials
FREE
Oil Painting
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Every Thursday
(during Victorian school terms only)
Time: 1pm – 3pm- Bring your own piece of art to work on
- Socialise while you paint
- Share skills & experience with others
- Bring your own materials
FREE
Mens Shed
- Every Thursday
(during Victorian school terms only)
Time: 9am – 3pm- Get out of your shed & work in a group environment
- Share experiences & skills
- Age 17 and above welcome
- Contact reception for more information
FREE
Strawberry Patches (quilting group)
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Every Tuesday
(during Victorian school terms only)
Time: 9am – 3pm$2
The Applique Guild of Australia (TAG)
- Date: 15th July, 19th August, 16th Septmeber
Contact Gael Thompson 0458 215 794 for more information
Time: 10am – 1pm- TAG is a group of patch workers
- Strong interest in Applique technique
- Hand and machine Applique
- Bring your materials and work among friends
- Chat, work and share accomplishments
- Share techniques & knowledge
- Bring your own materials
$5
Craft for a cause
- Every Friday
(during Victorian school terms only)
Time: 10am – 2:30pm- Volunteer your crafting skills for a good cause
- Create crochet items for people in need
- Knit items for those who need them most
- Create something beautiful for a cause
- Bring lunch, create while you socialise
- learn to knit, crochet or use a sewing machine
- Meet like minded people
FREE
Bear Making
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Every Tuesday
(during Victorian school term)
Time: 12pm – 3pm- Have you every wondered how a teddy bear is made?
- Wanted to make one yourself and not sure where to start
- This is class teaches you how to make simple teddy bears
- Bears are hand sewn
- Learn to set the eyes, embroider the nose, stuffing and jointing
- Every 4 weeks learn to make a new bear
- All materials provided
- Even if you know how to make teddy bears come along and join the fun
$10 per bear (price will vary from bear to bear)
Introduction to Candle Making
Dates: 25th or 28th August
Time: 11am – 1pmIn this class you will learn how to make a container candle using natural wax or melts. You will be given a brief overview of equipment required and included.
Some of the topics covered are:
- How to choose a suitable container.
- The difference between types of wax.
- The different options on scenting my candles.
- The importance of correct wick size.
- Safety and clean up.
Cost: $45 per person
Support Groups
Encourage, learn and grow together while supporting each other. Our support groups are warm and inviting to enable you to spend time with others discussing areas of interest.
Alcoholics Anonymous
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Date: Every Friday
including school holidays & public holidays
Contact: Les on (03) 5831 5532
Time: 8pm – 9:30pm- Having trouble with alcohol?
- Does your drinking worry you?
- Is it causing you to get into unpleasant or dangerous situations?
- Are family members complaining about your drinking?
- The AA program of recovery may be able to help you
FREE
Shepparton MS Peer Support Group
- Date: 17th August
Contact: 1800 042 138 for more information
Time: 9:30am – 1pm- A support group for those living with Multiple Sclerosis and carers
- An active group splitting meeting between education and actively participating in an external outing/event program
- Members are empowered and gain self- esteem and self-respect through participation of educational sessions, research information and trying new activities
FREE
Shepparton & District Stroke Support Group
- Date: 16th July, 20th August, 17th September
Contact: (03) 5826 0220 for more information
Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pm- Support and understanding for survivors
- Support for families & carers
- Understanding the challenges of stroke survival
- Benefit from knowledgeable support & education
- Monthly meetings
FREE
Shepparton ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Support Group
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Date: Second Friday of the month 13th August, 10th September
Facebook: Shepparton ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia Support Group Contact: Georgie on (03) 5821 0988 or 0421 476 701
Email: [email protected]
Time: 10am – 12pm
- Offers support to the sufferer, their family and or carer.
- Provides information, friendship, understanding and empathy from other sufferers.
- Occasionally various professional guest speakers attend the meetings.
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Shepparton Dementia Support Group
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Date: 2nd August, 6th September
Contact: Jenny Doxey on 0413 464 504 for more information
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
- Support group for family carers of people with Dementia
FREE
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Find out more about your health and wellbeing at one of our clinics or classes. Join us for an informative session or get involved in a class.
Tai Chi for beginners
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Contact: Barb Kitto on 0428 252 494 for more information
Date: Every Friday (Victorian school term only)
Time: 10am – 10:40am seated for people with movement disorders
A gentle exercise class for all ages
- Increase muscle strength with gentle movements
- Can improve flexibility with regular practice
- Can improve balance with regular sessions
- Relaxing gentle classes
- Relaxed and supportive environment
- Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- Bring your own water bottle
- Seated sessions for people with movement disorders
$6
Pacemaker clinic
- Date: 22nd July, 2nd September
Contact: the Royal Melbourne Hospital- Cardiology Department (03) 9342 7133
Time: 9am – 3:30pm
- Clinic run by The Royal Melbourne Hospital’s Cardiology Department
- Bookings essential
FREE
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