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Council working with aged care providers to lift community spirit

Posted on Tuesday 8th of September, 2020,

Greater Shepparton City Council is working with aged care providers to supply care packages to senior residents in Greater Shepparton, in an effort to lift community spirit while the region is under COVID-19 restrictions.

Currently, residents only have four valid reasons to leave home, meaning a large portion of the community is spending time isolated in their house.

This is especially relevant for senior members of the community, who are less likely to get outside for physical activity or essential shopping.

The care packages will include word puzzles, recipes, wellness cards, positive affirmations, craft and DIY patterns, mindful colourings and small games.

Care packages will also be dropped off to general stores and post offices in the municipality’s small towns.

“While we continue to do the right thing and abide by the relevant COVID-19 restrictions, it is normal for some of us to be feeling isolated, as we are lacking social interaction we would usually have,” Mayor Cr Seema Abdullah said.

“It’s important we keep our mind busy and these care packages on behalf of Council are perfect for that.”

If you are interested in downloading the resources supplied in the care packages for yourself or a loved one, they are available on the Get Mooving website.