Planned Activity Groups (PAG) offer a social, fun filled day providing the opportunity to try new things, catch up with old friends and meet new people.
Each program is facilitated by experienced staff and dedicated volunteers who organise a range of different programs to meet your needs.
What you can expect from Planned Activity Groups:
| IN CENTRE ACTIVITIES |
| Word Games and Puzzles |
| Arts and Crafts |
| Gardening |
| Theme Days |
| Bingo |
| Carpet Bowls and Mini Golf |
| Singing and Dancing |
| Light Exercises |
| Movies |
| Guest Speakers |
| LOCATIONS |
| Cobram |
| Nathalia |
| Yarrawonga |
| SPECIALISED PROGRAMS |
| Multicultural Group |
| Disability Specific Group |
| Swimming Program |
| BENEFITS OF ATTENDING PAG |
| Independence |
| Access to Community |
| Better Physical and Emotional Health |
| Provides Respite for Carers |
| PLANNED OUTINGS |
| Luncheons |
| Visiting Local Attractions |
| Shopping Trips |
| Special Events |
Frequently asked questions:
Is Transport provided? Yes - Transport can be provided to and from out Planned Activity Group Programs. MHA Care have wheelchair accessible buses in Yarrawonga and Cobram that are used to pick up clients within the town boundaries. Unfortunately we are unable to pick up clients that live out of town, however clients are welcome to make their own way in to our Planned Activity Group Programs.
Who can attend Planned Activity Groups? People over 65 living within the community and people of any age with a disability.
Swimming Program
The MHA Care Swimming Program is a weekly water based gentle exercise class run by a qualified fitness instructor.
Participants are transported to and from the heated indoor pool and are provided with the opportunity to have lunch or a cuppa and chat after the exercise class. A medical clearance is required to be able to participate in this program. Please contact us on (03) 5742 1111 for more information.
Shopping Trips and Planned Outing
MHA Care run regular shopping trips to large shopping complexes in the region. Bus transport is provided.
These shopping trips are a fantastic day out and provide access to a wide variety of shops, as well as the opportunity to have lunch or a cuppa in the food court. MHA also offer a range of planned outings to local attractions and special events. These outings are a social and fun filled day out and include a range of activities to suit a variety of interests.