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Ageing related services & information

Services relating to the elderly in the local Port Stephens government area as well as an Events Schedule and regular information updates.

Registered Disability Service Organisations

Click Here to See all Aged Support Service Organisations Listed with the Port Stephens Council

If you would like to register an Ageing Support Service or Organisation on the Council website click here.

EVENTS & SESSIONS

AN INVITATION TO CARERS ~ 5 August 2008~ 12.30pm till 2.30pm ~FREE information sessions for carers of people with disabilites.

Topics include: Accessing Community Services, Centrelink, Turnbull Hill Solicitors, Stress Management, Practical Skills, Where to now

Contact ~ Community Planner for booking details on (02) 49800 260

Have you remembered your yearly FLU vaccinations?

With all the coughs and sneezes going around as the weather gets colder, make sure this winter the flu bug passes you by.

Anyone who has ever suffered from a bout of flu knows just how serious it can be, and how awful it makes you feel. In 2006, influenza, and pneumonia, which is often suffered by those too weak to fight the flu bug, or who leave it untreated, was the 12th highest cause of deaths, taking the lives of 2725 Australians.

The National Immunisation Program entitles all Australians 65 and over to free vaccinations against influenza and pneumonia.  Also, if you suffer from certain illnesses, you may be eligible for the vaccinations. For most people, vaccinations are completely safe, and you should be vaccinated every year to build up and ensure your immunity. Vaccinations can save your life.

Contact details
Community Planner - Ageing & Disability
0249 800 260 (ph)
michelle.page@portstephens.nsw.gov.au

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