A 'morning cuppa' instead of evening meetings

The Rotary Club of Brisbane Water is holding informal gatherings "for those who do not want to come to evening meetings and can spare time for a morning cuppa".

The get-togethers are held on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 9.15 am at Ettalong Diggers.

"At this informal get-together, you can find out more about Rotary Brisbane Water, and the work we do in the community," said club president Ms Jayne Mote.

"There is no obligation to join, of course, but you may want to become a Friend of Rotary."

For further information, phone her on 0405 714 289.

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Newsletter, 17 Feb 2025

Di Bartok, Rotary Brisbane Water

Rotary cafe provides 'calm and supportive space'

A cafe for dementia sufferers and their carers is being run by the Rotary Club of Brisbane Water on the second and fourth Mondays of the month, from 10am to noon, in the Umina CWA Hall.

The cafe was the result of the club's "ongoing commitment to providing a calm and supportive space for dementia sufferers and their carers", said club secretary Ms Di Bartok.

"People with dementia living at home and their carers, who are usually their spouse, enjoy a convivial atmosphere, where our volunteers serve them refreshments and chat with them.

"The morning is rounded off with some simple games and chair yoga.

"Many of the participants have been coming for a while, and all report that it is the highlight of their week.

"We have become like a family.

"Some spouses who, sadly, have lost their partner, return to enjoy the cameraderie."

For further information, phone Di on 0404 147 743 or Cherie on 0425 222 778.

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Newsletter, 17 Feb 2025

Di Bartok, Rotary Brisbane Water