September 18

Hello  Welcome to this months enews.

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BEAUTIFUL

in someone, tell them

it may take seconds to say,

but for them,

it could last a lifetime!

In this issue:

• Quote
• Recipe of the Month
• August highlights
• Whats happening in September
• Out and About in September.
• Ways to Look after your Mental Health.
• Get Connected @ Dorrigo Library

Welcome Spring (and hopefully rain)

We say goodbye to the cold and flu season and welcome the hay fever season for many. Be aware of the triggers and seek medical advice if needed. Enjoy that our days are warming up.

 August Highlights

• 2nd we had a trip to Urunga. Most of us made the most of the sunshine and walked the board walk. Then it was onto the Bowling club for a Chinese lunch, after lunch we checked out the Honey place with some trying the honey ice cream, some wishing they could take more home with them.

• 3rd was the CEX seniors show as always a great day out.
• 6th was our Sri Lankan experience at our SSS lunch where we enjoyed the flavours of their food and photos.
• 9th was a catch up at Sip a While cafe with great food, coffee and a chat.
• 15th Living Well Expo was a great trip with plenty of information collected. There was lots of organisations to talk to.  We will have some interesting guest speakers in the future due to this day.

 Sri Lankan Chicken

Kottu Roti

2tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 medium onion                 1tblsp minced garlic

1tblsp minced ginger                 1 cup sliced leek  

  6 jalapenos or use capsicum            1/4 cabbage

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (can leave out)

2 cups shredded chicken       1cup grated cheese

1 cup grated carrot                                 3 eggs

salt and pepper                  6 roti bread or tortilla

Curry spice -           1 tblsp sri lankan curry spice

1/2 cup chicken stock                   1/4 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp cayenne               1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Saute onions in oil medium heat until soft. Add ginger and garlic saute.

Add Vegetables except carrot and a pinch of salt, stir fry for a few minutes. Add chicken, cayenne and spices stir fry until soft. Add carrot and mix. Whisk eggs make a well in pan scramble til cooked then mix through. Add cheese and roti stir. cook for 5 minutes. Serve Enjoy.

 Whats on in September

• 6th we will have a Mystery bus trip and Picnic costing $15 and starting PU at 9.30am. Names to Office if you would like to join us.
• 7th CEX Seniors Show.
• 10th SSS Lunch 12noon at Hickory House.
• 13th Town Lunch at Plateau Cafe 12 noon.
• 17th to 21st Hunter Valley Trip.
• 17th to 20th there will be limited transport available. Bookings to be made before or on the 13th.(essential)
• 19th No Bingo.
• 24th SSS Lunch 12 noon Hickory House.
• 27th Town Lunch at Boomalious Cafe 12noon.
• Bingo Wednesdays starting at 10.30am
• Scrabble Wednesdays starting at1pm Hickory House.

Reminder if you would like to go on an outing or join us for lunch please let the Staff know.

 Hickory House - Hickory House is owned by the Bellingen Shire Council which gives authority  to a management Committee. Which comes under s355 of NSW local Government Act 1993. Hickory House has rooms to rent out to organisations and groups.

Dorrigo Support Centre-  We are Tenants of Hickory House.We provide administration support to the Hickory House Committee by taking room hire booking and invoicing.  Our purpose is to provide social support group and individual, local transport, day trips,supported Holiday.

 Ways to look after you Mental Health and Wellbeing by Think Mental Health

1. Do things with others. Being social, spending time with friends and family,meeting new people can make a difference on how you feel.
2. Do something Creative.Activities and Hobbies can keep you distracted, have a positive impact and help increase confidence and self esteem. This could be doing puzzles, painting, cooking, writing, gardening, sewing etc.
3. Invest time in relationships. Connecting with people and investing in good relationships are important for mental  health. Spend time with people who you trust or feel good around.
4.  Focus on Strengths. Having positive thoughts can help you feel better.
5. Take time out. Relaxing gives your mind and body time to recover from the stress of everyday life. Try to let go of worry.
6.  Sleep well. Sleep helps to repair and restore our bodies and mind.
7. Keeping Active. Your physical health plays a key role in keeping you mentally healthy. Being active can improve your mood and reduces stress.
8. Eat Well. Nutrition and eating well can make a difference to how we feel and inturn may improve your mental health.
9. Mindfulness. Can help you feel better and reduce stress. Mindfulness is a self awareness training. Its about being in the present.

There is more information at www.thinkmentalhealthwa.com.au

 Hunter Valley Supported Holiday 

17th to the 21st September is our trip to the Hunter Valley staying at the H boutique Hotel in apartment style accommodation. Our Supported trips away give people the opportunity to access the wider community with the assistance of qualified staff. We try keep costs manageable and trips accessible to cater for our clients, if you would like to find out more contact the Office.

Final payment must be made on or before the 10th September to secure your spot.

 Hickory House Library    

Hickory House has lots of books and talking books for people to borrow. Please feel free to come and check them out, just grab a book, read, return. You don't have to let us know what you have borrowed.

 Nutrition and Mental Health  By Think mental Health

What we eat can make a difference to how we feel. Eating a balanced healthy diet can improve our mental and physical health.

• Eat lots of vegetable
• eat for your gut health, try foods that contain probiotics such as yogurt, fermented foods sauerkraut, miso, kumbucha etc.
• Avoid processed sugar and additives. High processed food has been linked to poor mental health.
• Think of the food you are eating, be mindful of the right choice.
• snack on healthy food.
• Drink water avoid sugary drinks. drink enough to prevent dehydration. Limit alcohol intake.

A small change can make a big difference to mental health.

 Out and about in September

• Prostate Cancer awareness month
• 1st is Dorrigo Makets
• 1st and 2nd Macksville Rusty Iron Rally.
• 2nd Happy Fathers Day.
•  8th Bellingen Spring Plant Fair
• Stroke Week 3rd to the 9th.
• Community Bus to Coffs Harbour, Mondays 9am from Hickory House Dorrigo returning at 3pm.
• Every Tuesday at10am CWA Day Centre. Enjoy Morning tea Bingo Lunch.
• Every Tuesday Indoor Bowls 2pm at the RSL
• Every Wednesday Seniors Walking Group meet at 9am Hickory House.

 Get Connected @ Dorrigo Library

Courses running in September. Please Book for a spot.

Courses run on a Wednesday from 12 noon to 1pm

•  5th Internet Safety
•  12th Using online Forms
• 19th Using Facebook
• 26th Creating a word document

Bookings - 66572234

 Click here for this months Schedule.

This monthly newsletter and schedule of events is supported by the Commonwealth Home Support Program.