Mingaletta runs chronic disease program

Mingaletta is starting a new group this year open to Aboriginal people wanting to improve their health and wellbeing.

Aunty Jean's Chronic Disease Outreach Program runs on Mondays from 10am to 2pm.

Those with ailments including heart problems, diabetes, asthma and high blood pressure are welcome to attend and learn how to manage these conditions.

This also includes exercise and learning about understanding healthy lifestyles and behaviours.

The Young Women's Yarning Circle will start on Wednesday, February 24 and run weekly until April 6.

The Yarning Circle aims to give young Aboriginal women a place to have a yarn about culture and discuss issues impacting the community in a fun and safe environment.

Topics will include drugs and alcohol awareness, health, nutrition and domestic violence.

The Yarning Circle will conclude each week with a morning tea that family will be invited to attend.

Inquiries about the Yarning Circle can be made to Lisa on 43423684.

Playgroup is still running on Tuesdays from 10am to 11.30am where Wiggles and Giggles will entertaining the little ones.

The free playgroup at Mingaletta is another opportunity to meet other mums and bubs and have a sing-a-long.

Mingaletta ATSIC is located at 6 Sydney Rd, Umina.

Call 43427515 for more information.

Email, 16 Feb 2016

Mingaletta ATSIC