HOW TO FIND US
TERM 2
MONDAY
10.00-12.30pm Beginners Art Class
$10/wk
12.30-2.30pm Women’s Empowerment FREE
3.30-4.30pm Kids Ac$vi$es
FREE
6.30-8.30pm Book Club (monthly)
FREE
Armadale Road on the West side
of the railway line—le> at Gribble Avenue, right into Numulgi
Street and we are located on the
Reg Williams Reserve (previously
the Ark Road Safety Centre).
$2/wk
$10/wk
10-12noon Madha3ers Mosaic Group $2/wk
12.30-1.30pm Find My Ancestors Gold Coin
6-6.30pm Drumming
FREE
7-8pm Create Your Life
$2/wk
7.30-8.30pm Medita$on
FREE
Minnawarra House acknowledges
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
people as the Tradional Owners of
this country throughout Australia,
and their connecon to the land and
community. We pay our respect to
them and their cultures, and to
the Elders both past and present.
Roberta Jull Community Care Associa$on Inc. acknowledges ﬁnancial & other support
received from State Government through the Dept. for Child Protec$on and Family Support
& Dept. for Local Government & Communi$es, Lo3erywest, Armadale City Council, Beaver
Tree Services, Forrest Rd Fresh and Bakers Delight. Special thanks to the CEO, Staﬀ, Board
Members & volunteers who run, support & resource Minnawarra House.
Josie Rayson, President
This service operates with the ﬁnancial support
of the Department of Local Government
and Communi$es.
MINNAWARRA COMMUNITY HOUSE
24 Numulgi Street, Armadale
PO Box 595, Armadale WA 6992
Web: minnahouse.org.au
Phone: 9497 1413
Phone/Fax: 9497 1595
Email: [email protected]
PLEASE CALL AND REGISTER
FOR ALL PROGRAMS
We oﬀer assessment, referrals and counselling for young people 12-18
years and their parents or guardians. It is recognised that the
emergence from child to adult can be a trying $me for young people
and their parents.
THURSDAY
Holidays: Bike Restoraon Program
13-17 July * 12noon-4pm
2015
YOUTH & FAMILY COUNSELLING
WEDNESDAY
9.30am-12.30pm Crea$ve Clay
$10/wk
10-12noon Gentle Paren$ng Playgroup $2/wk
3.30-6.30pm Y-Time
FREE
APRIL-JUNE
Oﬃce Hours:
Mon-Thu, 9.30am-3.30pm
TUESDAY
10-11am Coﬀee & Muﬃn Morning
10-12noon Quil$ng
AUTUMN
This Service can oﬀer counselling to assist children and adolescents
and support families through $mes when it feels stressful, confused,
abusive, shameful and scary.
Cost: $5 - $25 with a Health Care Card
Phone Minnawarra House on 9497 1413 and speak to Ruby Angel.
CONTACT LUNCH
Minnawarra House is hos$ng a networking lunch for not for proﬁt and other
community based organisa$ons. A Sandplay demonstra$on will be our ac$vity for
the day. Lunch will be provided.
DATE/TIME: Friday 10th June, 11am-1pm
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COUNSELLING CONSULTANTS/THERAPISTS
Women’s Empowerment - Joy of Life
Ruby-Sandra, Social Worker/Therapist, works with adolescents, adults, fam-
In the past many Women have a3ended the Empowerment Group and changed
their lives. Women carry many responsibili$es for others and this group gives
women a chance to focus on the self, to look at ‘What do I want’, and unveil
what stops you from doing and geKng what you want. “
ilies & couples - Cogni$ve Behaviour Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Emo$onal
Focus Therapy, Art Therapy, Couple Counselling, Family Therapy.
Ken, Transac$onal Analysis Therapist, specialises in working with children/
adolescents/adults with rela$onal, anger and behavioural issues.
This Taster is a two hour introductory session
as a forerunner to the six week program
that will begin in July.
Melissa, Social Worker, works with children, adolescents and adults. She
Facilitated by Ruby-Sandra
Evelyn, Counsellor/Therapist, works with children and adults. She takes a col-
TIME: 12.30-2.30pm
DATE: Monday, 22nd June
COST: FREE
CREATE YOUR LIFE
You are invited to a3end a new adult support group to crea$vely
address life beyond mental health issues.
The aim of the Group is to “Create“ a new place to be, an opportunity
to recognise your own issues and learn new skills to shi> pa3erns that
are no longer serving you well. A Self Care Program to support you.
Register before the start date.
Group facilitated by Helena
TIME: Wednesdays 7-8pm,
DATES: 20th May - 24th June
COST: $2/wk
works from a strengths based perspec$ve, using Solu$ons Focused Therapy,
Cogni$ve Behaviour Therapy, Play Therapy and Psychodynamic principles.
labora$ve and strength based approach, focusing on Gestalt and Narra$ve
Therapy, while employing strategies from other models as suited to the client.
Josie, President and Ruby-Sandra, Chief Execu9ve Oﬃcer, would like to hear
about any group or ac9vity you would like Minnawarra House to run or assist
you to run. Phone Minnawarra House on 9497 1413 or call in and say hello.
VOLUNTEERS - We are calling on volunteers to come forward and
share your skills with Minnawarra House.
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Tutors - Would you like to teach a group?
Teach computer skills for over 50s.
Pack Bread 9am Tuesday & Thursday mornings.
Gardening - weeding, plan$ng, sweeping.
Fill in an applica9on form at the oﬃce.
Moorditj Djena - a foot care and diabetes educa$on service for Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander people - is now located at Minnawarra House.
To have your feet checked, please call 9495 8300 for an appointment.
Disclaimer: The Association does not accept liability for any outside groups using
the House, it is the client’s responsibility to investigate a group before joining.
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DRUMMING
Come along and have fun Drumming.
Have fun with the guys and gals from the Y-team. We will
have games and outdoor ac9vi9es on Thursday a>ernoons
at Minnawarra House and the park next door. Snacks will
be provided. A FREE group for kids 10-18 years.
Drumming has a healing and calming eﬀect on the body, mind and soul.
Drumming can help to reduce tension, anxiety and stress. Group for ALL AGES
Thursdays 3.30-6.30pm during Term 2 (2 April to 28 May)
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TIME: Wednesdays, 6.00pm
DATE: Starts 6th May
COST: FREE
Bike Restoraon Program: 13-17 July * 12noon-4pm
MEDITATION
ARMADALE GENTLE PARENTING PLAYGROUP
We are a local group of like minded parents following varia$ons
of A3achment Paren$ng. We gather regularly to enjoy each
other's company, share yummy food and relax with our children
in a safe, nurturing environment. Held outdoors in the
Naturezone area & pergola area.
Time: Thursdays 10am - 12noon.
Cost: $2 per child.
Contact: Cat Fancote 0459 912 283
Meditaon - a way to reduce the stress of daily life & and promote your inner peace
in the presence of Meta Loving Kindness. Create posive & peaceful thoughts to
bring peace to your World.
With Ruby-Sandra on Wednesday evenings. Restarts Wednesday 13th May
Social me 7.00 - 7.30pm
Meditaon 7.30 - 8.30pm
Cost: FREE
FIND MY ANCESTORS
Genealogy for Beginners
Broadband Kiosk for Seniors
Minnawarra House is hos$ng a Broadband for Seniors internet kiosk. Come on
over and let us help you get started on the web.
Learn basic computer skills, word processing, browsing the internet, using
Google search engine, set up an e-mail account and internet safety.
FOR: Seniors - 50 years and over
TIME: Tuesdays 10am - 2pm
COST: Free
Tutor available by appointment
CENTRELINK CLIENTS
You can use the Broadband Kiosk at Minnawarra House to update your
details. Kiosk open by appointment: Mon/Tue 10.30am-1.30pm.
Please ring 9497 1413 ahead to book
Come and explore your family tree in a three-week workshop.
Basic computer and web skills required. Facilitated by Devorah.
Time: Wednesday 12.30-1.30pm, commencing 29th April
Cost: Gold coin dona$on
The Oral History of Armadale
Local resident Graham is collecng the Oral History of the Armadale region.
If you live in the area - including Armadale, Kelmsco,, Bedfordale - and have
memories and stories to share about events from 1985 and prior,
prior please sign up for this
acvity.
The stories can be about anything: notable individuals living in or vising the area,
cultural or sporng events you a,ended, school and work, or just the way of life.
Coﬀee/tea will be provided.
Date: Thursday, 7th May, 2015
Time: 10-11am
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FOOD BANK
Beginners Art Class
We can provide you with food assistance of fresh bread and
vegetables for health care card holders struggling financially
Come and learn to paint in a happy supporve environment at Minnawarra
House. Over six weeks you will learn some basic painng skills and create
your own artworks using water based acrylics, water colours and mixed
media.
The class will follow a set program but the focus will be on developing your
own unique style, taking some risks and having some fun.
Facilitated by Art Teacher, Julianne
Food available Tuesdays 9.45am.
BIG THANKS TO:
BAKERS DELIGHT, FORREST RD FRESH
& ALL OF THE VOLUNTEERS WHO MAKE THIS HAPPEN!
Dates: Mondays, 4 May - 8 June
Time: 10.00 - 12.30pm
Cost: $10/week + $20 materials (Pay $70 in advance - $10 discount)
Coffee & Muffin Mornings
Come and join us at Minnawarra House and you can enjoy your
choice of a cappuccino, latte, flat white or espresso coffee, or tea
and Diane’s freshly baked muffins.
Restarts: 28th April
Time: Tues 10am-11am
Muffin & Coffee = $2
Quilting
Come and have fun learning Quil$ng with Ar$st Trish. She will teach you
how to use even the smallest scrap material in your small quil$ng piece.
Bring your own scraps, old clothes, recycled fabrics or favourite materials.
6 weeks course.
Dates: Tuesdays, 5th May - 9th June
Time: 10am-12noon
Cost: $10/wk (or $50 if paid in advance)
FUN AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
MADHATTERS MOSAIC GROUP
Come a>er school on Mondays and join in ac$vi$es at
Minnawarra House Nature Zone, doing fun physical
ac$vi$es for children & teenagers.
(indoors if weather is bad)
FREE GROUP
Mon 3.30-4.30pm starts 4th May
Minnawarra House Book Review Club
Come at 6.30pm and bring food to share along with your thoughts and ideas on the
Book of the month with Jennifer Websdale who runs this enjoyable social get together. Held the second Monday of the month.
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Next date: 11th May
Book: A Cupboard Full of Coats by YvveFe Edwards
Come along and join this friendly group who share their knowledge in making
beau$ful mosaic pieces, but are also known to share recipes, ideas, laughter, ﬁlm
cri$ques. They have a lot of interes$ng conversa$ons & fun!!
Wednesdays, 10-12noon.
Cost $2/wk
Creative Clay
Learn clay techniques & glazing. Create something special for yourself with
using clay hand building. Your piece can be ﬁred in the Minnawarra House
kiln 6 week workshop. Facilitated by talented local po3er & Ar$st Julie.
Dates: Thursdays, 30th April - 4th June
Time: 9.30am-12.30pm
Cost: $10/wk (or $50 if paid in advance) + materials cost