Community Connections
Community Connections Program.
Welcome to the myHomecare online community!
Our Community Connections program is a place where our clients can get together, make connections, learn new skills, and find enjoyment in activities and events.
Social interaction is an important component to healthy living at any age. Our activities are designed to help you connect with others while improving your physical and cognitive abilities in a fun and relaxed environment.
Want to learn more?
What Programs could I join?
We offer a variety of programs that you can participate in. Click on the activity below to find out what each is about.
Interested in learning how to navigate the online world? Join our weekly online IT classes to help develop your digital skills. Improving your digital skills will help you to develop independence by building your confidence and developing social connections.
What can I learn?
Using email, searching the internet, staying safe online, how to use messenger to call family, reading books online or listening to audiobooks, navigating Mygov, online shopping and more.
Course Five runs from Tuesday 1 August to Tuesday 5 September for 6 weeks. Topics confirmed for the course are:
- Managing email
- Navigating My Aged Care and MyGov sites
- Using a smartphone
- Video chat – what is the best tool for me?
- Keeping your data safe
- Staying organised with Notes
The lessons are limited to 10 participants and they usually book out quickly, so secure your spot by registering today.
When can I attend?
This program is held every Tuesday during below times:
- 11:00am – 12:00pm, WA time
- 1:00pm – 2:00pm, QLD & NSW time
The cost of the social programs is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) for eligible clients or can be purchased through your package/program funding.
Want to join us?
Register Now
Keeping the brain active aids memory improvement, concentration and problem-solving skills. Join our online brain games program designed to keep your brain active with activities such as trivia and bingo.
When can I attend?
This program is held every Wednesday during below times:
- 11:00am – 12:00pm, WA time
- 1:00pm – 2:00pm, QLD & NSW time
The cost of the social programs is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) for eligible clients or can be purchased through your package/program funding.
Want to join us?
Register Now
Join our online book club and create friendships and socialise from the comfort of your own home. Each month we read a book and at the beginning of each month, we come together online to discuss last month’s book.
What books will we read?
In February, we read Eddie Jaku’s book The Happiest Man on Earth and watched his TEDx Talk.
March’s book is The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.
When can I attend?
The book club is held on the first Friday of each month during below times:
- 11:00am – 12:00pm, WA time
- 1:00pm – 2:00pm, QLD & NSW time
The cost of the social programs is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) for eligible clients or can be purchased through your package/program funding.
Want to join us?
Join Book Club Now
Are you keen to try some exercise classes, all from the comfort of your own home?
Our expert Exercise Physiologist, Jaimee is hosting free online exercise classes, allowing you to keep healthy and fit without having to leave your home.
Before you can get started, you will be assessed by our physiologist to ensure this type of class suits you. Our physiologists will also check if you have the Exercise Physiologist referral code from My Aged Care through the Commonwealth Home Support Package (CHSP).
When can I attend?
Exercise classes are held every Friday during below times:
- 9:30am – 10:30pm, WA time
- 11:30am – 12:30pm, QLD & NSW time
Want to join us?
Sign Up For The Exercise Classes
Following the success of our May introductory course, it has been decided that the armchair yoga course will be extended into June and July 2023. What is chair yoga? It is a gentle form of yoga that is done while sitting on a chair. This program will help improve your strength, flexibility and confidence while reducing stress, therefore boosting your overall wellbeing for the better!
When can I attend?
- 10:00am – 11:00am, QLD & NSW time.
- 8:00am – 9:00am, WA time.
The cost of the social programs is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) for eligible clients or can be purchased through your package/program funding.
Want to secure your spot?
Register Now
Want to learn more?
What do I need to join the program?
- Desktop computer, laptop or tablet/iPad.
- A valid email address.
- Microsoft Teams.
All of our programs are run on Microsoft Teams. Below are some instructional videos on how to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams:
- Desktop computer or laptop: Joining Teams Meeting from Email Invitation.
- Tablet or iPad: Joining Teams meetings as a guest from your table.
If you are a client accessing the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and would like to attend an activity, you will require a Social Support referral code from My Aged Care. If you do not have this code or are not sure if you have one, don’t worry – our team can help you organise one.
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What attendees have to say!
“Community Connection Programs are a great asset to older folk who cannot get out and about as much as they have in the past. It gives them a purpose to go to the Computer and still feel part of the up and coming new trends especially with regard to IT advancements ” – Beth D.
“I would like to say how much I have been enjoying the IT lessons. Although I have used various computers and iPads for some years now, things are always changing and new things come up. It is good to be able to hear about these things from an expert. I have learned a lot from the lessons I have participated in with Phil on Tuesdays. The Wednesday group of Trivia participants is small.
However I thoroughly enjoy the trivia and there are a few laughs along the way. Last week we followed the Trivia with the Bingo game which was fine once I learned how to play it. Overall I am enjoying the online IT and Trivia” – Audrey B
To learn more contact our team at communityconnections@myhomecare.com.au, or
