• Social Support Groups
• Senior Citizens Clubs , Groups and Activities 
• Older adult fitness & health activities
• Other resources and more information

Social Support Groups

Cora Graves Community Centre
38 Blessington Street, St Kilda 3182
Telephone: (03) 9209 6738
Fax: (03) 9525 4763

Melways Ref. 58/B11

Hours of Business: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

The Cora Graves Centre is located north of, and opposite to the St. Kilda Botanical Gardens, close to Barkly and Acland Street shops and transport.  The centre is accessible to people with disabilities.  Disabled parking  is within walking distance of the Centre. 

Public transport

• St Kilda Beach tram nos.16 and 96. Alight at the terminus stop at Acland Street.
• Carnegie tram no. 67.  Stop 32  
• Glenferrie Road tram no. 69. Stop 32    
• East Malvern tram no. 3. Stop 32    
• St Kilda Community Bus stops 4 times a day at the front of the Cora Graves Centre.

Social Support Groups

Social Support provides recreational activities to residents of Port Phillip.  A small contribution applies to assist with the cost of meals, transport and program activities. Referrals may be made to the Social Support  team leader or program development officer. To contact the Social Support program, telephone ASSIST on 9209 6777 or use eServices.

An assessment for program eligibility will then be conducted.

Social support groups consist of:

• Social groups for older people
• Arts, exercise and outdoor activities
• Social programs for those living in supported residential services
• Carer support groups and activities

Social Support Brochure

For a full list of Social Support programs and activities, view the Social Support Brochure - June 2007 here.

For a list of specific program activities, view the monthly program Social Support Program June 2007

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St Kilda & Elwood

Community Transport and assistance are also available for many activities by South Port Day Links 9646 6362.

Betty Day Centre

67 Argyle Street, St Kilda
Telephone: (03) 9209 6371,
Fax: (03) 9209 6717
Email: comfacil@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Melways Ref: 58/C9
Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00 pm

Public transport

• Tram routes no. 3, 67. Stop 33 St Kilda Road

• Tram routes no. 78, 79. Stop 27 Chapel Street

St Kilda Community Bus stops at the six times daily (timetable available by ringing (03) 9209 6738). Limited street parking in Argyle Street. Extended parking in Bath Place behind the centre (accessed from Inkerman Street).

Activities program

• A three course meal comprising of soup, main course and dessert, is available weekdays between 12noon and 1pm at a cost of $6.30. Free tea and coffee is available all day.

• Daily newspapers are provided to read in the centre.

• A TV and video are available as well as sound equipment for private listening and viewing .

• 3/4 size pool table available 9am - 5pm.

• Free computer access with internet connection available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Albert Park  &  Middle Park

Community Transport and assistance are also available for many activities by South Port Day Links 9646 6362.

Mary Kehoe Senior Citizens Club
Address: 224 Danks Street, Albert Park
Telephone: (03) 9699 4904  

Lern For Yourself
Address: 224 Danks Street, Albert Park
Telephone: (03) 9682 5390

U3A Port Phillip 
Address: 224 Danks Street, Albert Park
Telephone: (03) 96963495
E-mail : u3aportphillip@westnet.com.au
Website:  U3A website

South Melbourne Gardening Club
3rd Wednesday evening in month at Mary Kehoe Community Centre
Telephone on (03) 96457490

Activities and classes program at Mary Kehoe Centre

South Melbourne

Community Transport and assistance are also available for many activities by South Port Day Links 9646 6362.

South Melbourne Senior Citizens Club
South Melbourne Trugo Club

Corner Park Street and Ferrars Place, South Melbourne.
Telephone: (03) 9699 9447 or 96905751
Melways Ref. 2J/B4

Public transport

• South Melbourne Beach tram no.1 & 2. Park Street stop  (25 metres)
• St Kilda light rail no.96. Albert Park or South Melbourne stop (200 metres)
• St Kilda / South Melbourne Beach tram no.12. Stops 131, 132 on Albert Road (200 metres)

Activities and classes program at Sth.Melbourne Community Centre

Day	Activity Details
Monday	South Melbourne Greek Senior Citizens Club 1.00pm - 4:30pm Trugo 12.00pm - 4.00pm Slimmers Group 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tuesday	Tai Chi  for Seniors 10.00am - 11.00am    PMNH ph. 96451476 Community singing run by South Melbourne Seniors 1.00pm - 4.30pm
Wednesday	Legacy Widows  Monthly  ( 2nd Wed. of Month)  10.00am - 12.00noon City of Voices Theatre group, rehearsal and workshop.  7.00pm - 10.00pm  9682 5390
Thursday	Lemnian Greek Senior Citizen Centre 9.00am-12.30pm South Port Retired Persons Group 1.00pm - 4.00pm ( pension week)    "Golden Age" South Melbourne Russian Senior Citizens
Friday	Gentle exercise group contact Learn for yourself, telephone (03) 9682 5390 10.30am - 11.30pm Port Phillip Chinese Women's Assoc. - Lunch and Social Activities 10.30am - 2.00pm
Saturday
Sunday	South Melb Greek Seniors lunch,  twice a month from 8.00am to3.00pm.

Port Melbourne

Community Transport and assistance are also available for many activities by South Port Day Links 9646 6362.

Sandridge Senior Citicens and Trugo Club

1 Tucker Avenue, Garden City
Telephone: (03) 9209 6351
Fax: (03) 9646 0801

Melways Ref. 56/K2

Enquiries about Trugo, telephone: (03) 9646 6586 or  (03) 96451085 

Located in a leafy park,  is one of three Trugo clubs located within the City of Port Phillip. The club also hosts cards, Bingo and other special social events.

Public transport

• Garden city bus  (National Bus line)
• Port Melbourne light rail, Graham Street stop

Plenty of parking available at the club.

Activity program
Cards on Monday afternoon. Bingo on Tuesday afternoon. Trugo practice Wednesday and competition Thursday and play on other days.

Port Melbourne Senior Citizens and Trugo Club

219 Esplanade East, Port Melbourne (Next to Edward's Reserve, between Liardet & Bridge Streets)
Telephone: (03) 9646 6584  or 9646 3689

Located on the edge of a park and playing fields, the is close to Bay Street shops, beach etc.  The club meets daily for a range of activities including cards, bingo, pool table, Trugo and special events.

Public transport (National Bus) 

• Garden City bus stop at Bridge Street or Liardet Street.
• St Kilda / Fishermans Bend bus (stop in Liardet Street)

Limited street parking in Esplanade East, other parking in Liardet Street.

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• Improve muscular and bone strength
• General well-being
• Relax muscles
• Provide an opportunity for fun
• Improve mobility and balance
• Improve  joint flexibility

Gentle exercises groups

Monday

• Sol Green Community Centre, corner Montague & Coventry  Streets, South Melbourne 10.00am.
  Telephone (03) PMNH  96451476

Tuesday

• Elwood Community Centre 63A Ormond Esplanade, Elwood
  9.15am. Telephone (03) PMNH  96451476
• Layfield  Court, 70 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park
  2.30pm. Telephone (03) 9646 4413
• Tai Chi at South Melbourne  10.00am     Telephone (03) PMNH  96451476 

Wednesday

• Mary Kehoe Community Centre Albert Park. 10.30 am. telephone (03) LFY 9682 5390
• Betty  Day Community Centre St Kilda. 10.45am. Chair based .  Telephone (03)   92096738 or 92096716

Thursday

• Betty  Day Community Centre St Kilda. 10.00am   Telephone (03) 92096738 0r 92096716

Friday

• Liardet Community Centre  Crn Liardet and Nott St. Port Melbourne 9.15am, Telephone (03) PMNH  92096738 0r 92096716
  South Melbourne Community Centre Corner Park Street & Ferrars Place.
  10.30am. Telephone Learn for yourself (03) 9682 5390

Inner South Community Health Services also offers classes. Telephone (03) 9690 9144 or (03) 9534 0981.

Water exercises

Tuesday and Friday, 8:45am to 9:45am cst $4.00, St Kilda Swim Centre, 97 Alma Road, telephone (03) 9209 6716

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Office for Senior Victorians - www.seniors.vic.gov.au 
The Office of Senior Victorians is committed to enhancing the quality of life of seniors by promoting positive ageing and encouraging the community to plan for an ageing population.  Includes information on Recreation, Seniors Festival, Health, Services to Seniors and more.

Sport & Recreation Victoria - www.sport.vic.gov.au 
A state government agency assisting sport, recreation and racing to enhance the lifestyle of all Victorians. 

Seniors Information Victoria - www.cotavic.org.au/seniors

Seniors Information Victoria is a free and confidential information and advisory service provided by Council on the Ageing (Victoria) for older people, their relatives, friends and the wider community. Services include: housing options and choices including retirement villages, independent living units, hostels (low care facilities), supported residential services and nursing homes (high care facilities). Home based services and home maintenance, health and wellbeing, pensions and concessions, general information on legal and financial matters, lifelong learning opportunities, retirement, support services.

Life Planning Foundation of Australia - www.life.org.au 
If you are in the over 50s age group, this is the place to find information on developing and maintaining an active and enjoyable life style whether you are retired, nearing retirement or still in the work force.

Grassroots Networking Foundation - www.grassroots.org.au

Grassroots Networking provides affordable access to a full range of technology solutions that will encourage the development of an informed civil and democratic society. Many people do not have access to the tools that are essential to full participation in the information age. Koori's, the elderly, the financially disadvantaged, those with disabilities, and residents of some rural regions lack an affordable and accessible telecommunications services. Further, lack of access to affordable hardware, software and support is also an inhibitor to participation.

About Seniors - www.aboutseniors.com.au
Senior citizens, retirees, those about to retire, veterans, pensioners and carers will find this most comprehensive listing of information and links extremely valuable. Here are the links of interest for seniors to Australian and State government departments, national and state associations, community service groups, aged care and retirement housing information, as well as to seniors lifestyle interests such as hobbies, sport, health, computing, finance and travel.

For more information telephone ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713 or email eServices.

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