Welcome

A word from Michelle

April was a hive of activity at the centre with Easter and the OPAP Launch. Launch was a very successful day, even though we did have a battle for parking because of Big Bird and the Sesame Street show.

It was an absolute pleasure to see around 100 people turn up to the event and to listen to the wonderful guest speakers Bill Cahill, Rosemary Dean, Gary Fogarty and the U3A Singing Group.

The centre has two new groups that we would love more people to participate in. Our Walkers Group on Wednesday mornings at 8am is supported by the Heart Foundation with two of East Creek's volunteers as trained walking coordinators. I regularly participate in this group and there is nothing better than walking along the East Creek pathway. I honestly did not realise how beautiful East Creek is and thoroughly recommend it for a positive start to the day.

The Crochet Group runs every 2nd and 4th Monday at 10am. Glenda is very eager to help people learn crocheting, or to welcome experienced crocheter's to join the group - everyone is welcomed and morning tea is included.

Our fruit and veggie bags are looking healthy and very full due to the kind donations from people dropping off their home grown unneeded fruit and vegies. A special thanks goes out to Leeta for her chokos and Colleen (Flagstone Fresh) for the box of tomatoes. Your donations go a long way for our community.

Until next month.

Michelle

Upcoming Events

May 23rd - Twilight Song Recital USQ - Cancelled due to tickets being sold out.
May 25th - Fruit and Veg
May 30th - The Opportunities Health and Fitness Can Bring
May 31st - Seniors Morning Tea at the Movies

New Staff - New Programs

Further information is available regarding the new staff and new programs on either the News or What's On pages.

East Creek Older Person's Action Program

The Older Person's Action Program is about providing social support, information and education to vulnerable people over 55. If you would like more information about OPAP please contact Sally at the centre on (07) 4639 2755.

The OPAP Launch was a great success read all about it here.

The current OPAP newsletter is available here.

Stroke Support Group

The Stroke Support Group have moved to East Creek Community Centre.
Meetings are on Thursdays between 9:30am and 11:30am.
The group supports both those who have had a stroke and their carers, all are welcome.
For further information call Nancy Hardwick on (07) 4635 5853 or contact the centre on (07) 4639 2755.

Tax Help 2012 starts at East Creek in July

If you are interested in becoming a tax help volunteer please contact the centre on (07) 4639 2755.

Bread pick up volunteers needed!

Please help East Creek continue to offer this valuable service to our community.
Call the centre on (07) 4639 2755 for more information.

East Creek Community Centre

East Creek Community Centre is a catalyst for community development.

Our dedicated paid and volunteer staff provide services, support, advice, advocacy and professional development.

We work with community groups and individuals throughout Toowoomba.

East Creek's programs are for everyone - children, adolescents, young adults, seniors, people with disabilities, multicultural groups and those who are socially isolated.

We encourage all members of the community to participate.

Become a volunteer, learn a new skill, attend an information session, plant a garden, develop your writing skills or learn to use a computer.

For over twenty years, the Centre has delivered innovative programs that meet the community's changing needs.

Members of East Creek Community Centre are welcomed to attend committee meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month, starting at 5.30pm. Please call the centre for more details.

Come and join us.

There's lots to do!

Help us to help others

East Creek Community Centre is there when most needed.

Our Centre provides programs and services aimed at building inclusion and resilience in the community.

Our work increases important life skills, helps those in crisis and reduces social isolation.

Your donation will ensure that we can be there, for the community, every time.