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CatholicCare’s Memory Innovations Centre improves quality of life, wellbeing and helps support positive brain health for seniors in our community. 

Our professionally run programs focus on having fun, connecting with others and stimulating your brain. Combining science and social activity and run by experienced specialists to ensure you get the best outcomes for your wellbeing, we offer classes in Waitara and on the Central Coast (in Erina, The Entrance and Woy Woy) allowing you to choose a location to suit you. We also offer group programs of your choice run at your retirement village, club or parish group.

Payment options include:

  • Subsidised through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (assessment and eligibility required for Allied Health and Therapy)
  • Funded in full through a Home Care Package
  • Private fee payment.

For more information:
P: 1800 324 924
E: info@catholiccaredbb.org.au

Arts Samrts

ARTS SMARTS AT WAITARA

Date: Tues & Wed 22 July – 24 September 2025
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Location: 29 Yardley Ave, Waitara
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Art therapy can have positive effects on the emotional wellbeing and cognitive function in aging adults. Seniors are supported in a safe and nurturing environment guided by a registered Art Therapist, to express their thoughts, feelings and lived experiences through art mediums including painting, drawing and sculpting.

Lets get moving

LET'S GET MOVING AT WAITARA

Date: Tues & Thurs 22 July – 25 September 2025
Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm & 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Location: 29 Yardley Ave, Waitara
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Group exercises enhance social, emotional, and mental wellbeing. This fun group exercise class will get you moving. You will perform a variety of exercises to improve your cardiovascular fitness, build muscle strength and improve balance to reduce the risk of falls. Exercises can be tailored to accommodate different abilities and ensure everyone is safe and supported throughout the program.

Brain games

BRAIN GAMES AT WAITARA

Date: Tues & Thurs 22 July – 25 September 2025
Time: 12.15pm – 1.15pm
Location: 29 Yardley Ave, Waitara
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Brain games have been proven to enhance cognitive function, memory, and overall mental wellbeing. These engaging activities are designed to stimulate the brain and encourage participants to enjoy new learning experiences. Sessions typically include a variety of exercises such as problemsolving tasks, riddles, quizzes, and app-based learning activities.

Brain games

BRAIN GAMES AT THE ENTRANCE

Date: Mon 21 July – 22 September 2025
Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm
Location: Our Lady of the Rosary Parish,
239 – 243 The Entrance Road
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Brain games have been proven to enhance cognitive function, memory, and overall mental wellbeing. These engaging activities are designed to stimulate the brain and encourage participants to enjoy new learning experiences. Sessions typically include a variety of exercises such as problemsolving tasks, riddles, quizzes, and app-based learning activities.

Lets get moving

LET'S GET MOVING AT THE ENTRANCE

Date: Mon 21 July – 22 September 2025
Time: 12.15pm – 1.15pm
Location: Our Lady of the Rosary Parish,
239 – 243 The Entrance Road
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Group exercises enhance social, emotional, and mental wellbeing. This fun group exercise class will get you moving. You will perform a variety of exercises to improve your cardiovascular fitness, build muscle strength and improve balance to reduce the risk of falls. Exercises can be tailored to accommodate different abilities and ensure everyone is safe and supported throughout the program.

Brain games

BRAIN GAMES AT EAST GOSFORD

Date: Wed 23 April – 24 September 2025
Time: 10.30am – 11.30am & 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Location: The Saint Pope John Paul II Pastoral Centre
58 Victoria Street
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Brain games have been proven to enhance cognitive function, memory, and overall mental wellbeing. These engaging activities are designed to stimulate the brain and encourage participants to enjoy new learning experiences. Sessions typically include a variety of exercises such as problemsolving tasks, riddles, quizzes, and app-based learning activities.

Lets get moving

LET'S GET MOVING AT EAST GOSFORD

Date: Wed 23 April – 24 September 2025
Time: 11.45am – 12.45pm
Location:The Saint Pope John Paul II Pastoral Centre
58 Victoria Street
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Group exercises enhance social, emotional, and mental wellbeing. This fun group exercise class will get you moving. You will perform a variety of exercises to improve your cardiovascular fitness, build muscle strength and improve balance to reduce the risk of falls. Exercises can be tailored to accommodate different abilities and ensure everyone is safe and supported throughout the program.

Brain games

BRAIN GAMES AT WOY WOY

Date: Fri 25 July – 26 September 2025
Time: 10.30am – 11.30am
Location: Woy Woy Library
Cnr Blackwall Rd &, Oval Ave, Woy Woy
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Brain games have been proven to enhance cognitive function, memory, and overall mental wellbeing. These engaging activities are designed to stimulate the brain and encourage participants to enjoy new learning experiences. Sessions typically include a variety of exercises such as problemsolving tasks, riddles, quizzes, and app-based learning activities.

Lets get moving

LET'S GET MOVING AT WOY WOY

Date: Fri 25 July – 26 September 2025
Time: 11.45am – 12.45pm
Location:Woy Woy Library
Cnr Blackwall Rd &, Oval Ave, Woy Woy
Fee: FFS & HCP $25.00/session or CHSP $12.50/session

Group exercises enhance social, emotional, and mental wellbeing. This fun group exercise class will get you moving. You will perform a variety of exercises to improve your cardiovascular fitness, build muscle strength and improve balance to reduce the risk of falls. Exercises can be tailored to accommodate different abilities and ensure everyone is safe and supported throughout the program.

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Frequently asked questions

I am not Catholic, can I still access your service?

Yes, our service is open to all.

Am I eligible to attend your programs?

The Memory Innovations Centre was set up by CatholicCare to assist people who may be noticing changes in their memory, You may have been diagnosed with dementia and want to be proactive with your brain health, or just stay connected with others in the community. We will chat through some initial enquiry questions before your trial to assess suitability and to ensure your safety.

What programs do you run?

Let’s Get Moving, Brain Games and Art Smarts. We run Let’s Get Moving and Brain Games back-to-back as studies show combining exercise with brain training is more effective than either activity independently. As we age our brain has the capacity to change and grow, but we need to take an active role to stimulate new brain cells.

Can I come for a free trial?

Yes, you may come for a free trial on your first visit. Please contact us on 1800 324 924 to book. Some programs are at capacity so there may be a delay whilst we find an available program and timeslot to suit your needs.

What do I do If I need to cancel a class?

Please email info@catholiccaredbb.org.au or phone 1800 324 924. Please note we have a 24 hour cancellation policy.

How much do services cost?

Our services are subsidised with CHSP referral codes at $10 per session, and we can also bill Home Care Providers at $22.50. A casual session is $25 (subject to availability).

 

 

Where are you located?

We offer classes in Waitara in Northern Sydney and on the Central Coast in East Gosford, The Entrance and Woy Woy.

How old do I have to be?

To be eligible for a CHSP referral code you need to be 65 years, or 50 years if Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

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