They may not all have Irish heritage – and they’ll be no leprechauns or shamrocks to be seen – but that won’t stop seniors from Lakelands Adult Day Centre in Mandurah celebrating St Patrick’s Day in style this week.
“Over 20 of our regular day centre clients are looking forward to a morning tea at the Mandurah Arts Centre, followed by a river cruise along the Mandurah Estuary,” says Linda Simpson, Coordinator at Lakelands Day Centre, which is run by Rockingham-based not-for-profit aged and community care organisation Care Options.
“The seniors involved might not be doing too many jigs but they’ll definitely be getting into the ‘green’ spirit and the music, which are all part of the day and the Irish culture that so many of us enjoy celebrating.
“As an organisation, Care Options believes it’s really important for seniors to participate in fun, social activities and generally enjoy themselves, and St Patrick’s Day is a great excuse to do just that,” says Linda. “From our perspective, it’s all about supporting people to live rich and fulfilling lives.”
Lakelands Adult Day Centre in Mandurah offers seniors the opportunity to participate in a variety of social opportunities. For further information, contact Care Options on 9550 7888 or 1300 552 935.
“W organise lots of outings throughout the year, including visits to the RAAF museum in Bull Creek, Serpentine Dam, the heritage tea rooms in Pinjarra, the Ravenswood Tavern and various other places of interest,” adds Linda. “And we’re always welcoming new locals along who’d like to join us.”
Rockingham-based Care Options is a non-profit, charitable organisation which assists people to live and participate in their community. The organisation provides services to people who are frail and aged, have disabilities, are socially isolated, have an illness or unmet needs, or who have no stable accommodation.
Care Options’ multiple programs span the South West Metropolitan area and include home and community care services, veteran’s home care and assistance with care and housing.
