Out and About

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‘Out and About’ at Meals on Wheels Eurobodalla is now in its second decade of offering fun and friendship. People who are dependent on others to get out and about find this service valuable, it provides an opportunity for clients to participate in social activities with others.

“It makes a big difference. I get to go out and meet people.” – Meals on Wheels Eurobodalla client.

Carers also value services of Out & About as they get to have a break which supports them in their caring role.

“It gives me respite. I get to do banking and have a little time to myself.” – Meals on Wheels Eurobodalla client.

People of all back grounds are invited to come together and engage with a dynamic weekly program that supports special interests and occasions, explores the local community and environment.

The Out and About operates throughout the Eurobodalla Shire. Our bus collects clients and returns them home after a day of activity and social interaction.

Activities include:

• Monday Club, 10am – 1:30pm, at Narooma
  Activities, quizzes, games, laughter and fun.
• Lunch about on Tuesdays
  Explore the tastes and sights of our beautiful region with friends new and old.
  Suggest a venue or location and we’ll help make it happen.
• Café Club on Wednesdays, 10:30am – 1:30pm, at Moruya
  Join in with a range of social activities, you help decide the agenda for the day and we provide lunch.
• Thursday Group, 10am – 2:00pm, at Batemans Bay
  A day that often takes on a special theme or marks a special occasion like Australia Day or the Melbourne Cup.
• Our Individual Social Support happens throughout the week with volunteers visiting clients at home or taking them shopping or to appointments.
  A chance to get some groceries or explore the shops supported by our volunteers.

Morning tea and lunch are part of every activity for $12, with transport available for $6.

What do those who take part say?

• “I love it.”
• It gets you out of the house.”
• “I now have company in my life.”

Meals on Wheels Eurobodalla – more than just a meal.

For more information about the Out and About service download the flier or to see if you are eligible for a subsidy, please contact our office.