Social Inclusion Program
About the program
Offered in the north and south of Melbourne and on the Mornington Peninsula, the Social Inclusion Program provides social activities and outings to older people, people with a disability and those managing a chronic illness.
The program aims to improve people’s wellbeing through social interaction, physical activity and nutrition. Activities include exercise classes, nature walks, meal preparation, dining out, art classes, music and theatre events and community celebrations, such as national days. Personal care attendants come along to each activity and transport is provided.
The Social Inclusion Program helps people build on their relationships, with friends, family and the community. It also allows them to discover hidden strengths and talents.
Who is eligible?
A person may be eligible for the Social Inclusion Program if:
- they are receiving any of the following Brotherhood services:
- OR they are receiving a community care service from another organisation that is able to fund their participation in the program
- OR they are able to pay for participation in the program themselves.
Features
The Social Inclusion Program offers:
- stimulating community activities
- door-to-door transport
- personal care during outings.
Partners
We acknowledge the following partners for their valuable contributions to the Social Inclusion Program:
Bentons Square Community Centre
Castle Hotel
Chelsea Community Renewal, City of Kingston
Complete Home Furnishings
Davey’s Bar and Restaurant
Department of Health and Ageing
Department of Human Services
Department of Planning and Community Development
Destiny Church
Frankston City Council, Arts Access
Frankston / Mornington Peninsula Primary Care Partnership
Frankston North Community Renewal, Frankston City Council
New Hope Foundation
Peninsula Health, Ageing Well
Royal District Nursing Service
Royal Hotel, Mornington
Rye Provincial Tavern
Spectrum Migrant Resource Centre
Help us improve
We welcome feedback from clients, their families, friends and others to help us provide the best possible care. Please use the online feedback form or contact us directly at the Social Inclusion Program.
Contact us
Brotherhood of St Laurence
Social Inclusion Program
2–4 Overton Road
Frankston Vic. 3199
Phone: 1300 147 147
Email: bacci@nullbsl.org.au