Newsletter September

Hi to All,
WELCOME TO OUR SEPTEMBER, ‘09 NEWSLETTER …
What’s on the Go: (Upcoming Events)
Main Street Mornington Food & Wine & Performing Arts Festival –
Sunday - 18 October 2009. 11:00 am– 5:00pm.
Food, Wine & Other Sensations – such a great day out in our lovely Mornington town.
We need your help to man the BI store between 9:00 – 5:00. If you have any hour to spare, please contact Jo or myself as to organise a roster during the day.
9:00 10:00 Jo/Chris 10:00 11:00 Chris/ Helpers required please
11:00 12:00 Chris/Gail 12:00 1:00 Chris/ Helpers required please
1:00 2:00 Angela/ 2:00 3:00 Helpers required please
3:00 4:00 Helpers required please 4:00 5:00 Jo/ Helpers required for cleanup!
Cruden Farm BCNA Minifield is on again – Friday 23rd October 10.30- 12.00
$15 entry Fee to the Peninsula Wig Library includes Morning Tea.
BI will assist in running of the BCNA table – again we would really appreciate a little of your time, if you are able to help.
BREAST INTENTIONS (T SHIRTS) _
Most orders are ready for pickup, if you haven’t already done so. Still some yet to be delivered, more information, phone Jo, or pick up at the October meeting at the Bays. $25:00 – (to be paid on pick up). Note: Minimum of 6 items for the group to put in a new order.
Latest Banner News:
It’s all done & dusted. Looks really fantastic! See it flying high, Main Street in Mornington Food & Wine Festival Sunday 18th October,09.
Other upcoming evens of interest - On your Calendar:
· Tibetan Buddhist Talks - by Tibetan Buddhist Nun – Venerable Jampa Drolma – November 14 2009.Venue: Benton’s Square Community Centre 145 Bentons Rd, Mornington 3931.(Melways Ref: Map 145 G6 – Next to Benton’s Square Shopping Centre)Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm - Cost $15.00 ($10 Concession).For further information and bookings – please contact Vikki – 0419 337 823.
·Upcoming Forum ‘YOUNG WOMEN TALKING’ Breacan October 24th – 9:30 - 4pm Queen Victoria Women’s Centre: - 210 Londsdale St., Melbourne.Vic.
BreCan invites young young women (45 and under) affected by breast or gynaecological cancer to a forum.Places are limited – Booking are essential: RSVP Monday 19 October 09.
Phone BreaCan: - 1300 781 500 or email breacon@breacan.org.au

LYPHOEDEMA ASSOCIATION VIC FUND RAISER
MAO’s LAST DANCER: Film afternoon Sunday 25th October 09 – Film afternoon.
WHERE: Palace Cinema BALWYN, 233 Whitehorse RD., Balwyn.
WHEN: Sunday 25 the October, 2009. 2:00PM Tickets $30:00 – includes afternoon tea following the movie. Seats are limited – place phone Bernadette on 1300 852 850 or email to: info@lav.org.au

News from BCNA – Click on link: www.bcna.org.au (Spring Issue 2009)
- My Journey Kit - 1300 78 55 62.- E-Bulletins – keep up to date with the latest in breast cancer research, news & information. - Hope & Hurdles Pack for women with secondary breast cancer – 1300887 340.
Telephone & Internet Support Group: - (In the comfort of your own home).
These groups are available for people with advanced cancer, in the 20 - 50 age group, 2 years post treatment, (cancer survivors) , Carers of people with cancer.
More info 13 11 20, or visit www.cancervic.org.au; or email csg@cancervic.or.au.


Something Special - For someone special, like you (Goddess’s of the Month)
Barbara was back for a visit recently, we hope you will be back to good health very soon.
Also another special hello to Judith – we are thinking of you & hoping to catch up again soon.
Chrissy would really like to speak to anyone who has had a mastectomy & has some support tips. You can phone her on - if you wish to contact her directly, or contact Jo, who is happy to pass on any information and/or , your details.Take care Chrissy – look forward to our next catch up.
Please let us know if you are unwell and would like any information, or just someone to talk to – any time. You can email us or phone Jo directly. We would like to think that we are there for you anytime you need a friend or support, because we really are.
Otis Welcomes new Seaside Retreats: - Phillip Island, Vic. & Goolwa in S.A
The Otis Foundation is the realization of the dream of Judy Burley – committed to providing opportunities for those living withbreast cancer to enjoy a relaxing time of sanctuary in a beautiful country environment – (free of charge).Please see the website for details of the wonderful locations available_www.otisfoundation.org.au
Southern Peninsula Escape:-
Recharge /Rejuvenation: – (Beautiful environment – Contact Mary McIntyre 0419 310 619 or
03- 5985 9820. www.rechargerejuventation.com
BREAST INTENTIONS -BUDDIES_A Welcome Pack for new members. Really good ideas for this so far include: - Member Form, Name Tag, BI Brochure, Local information – re Dragons, Tai Chi, Yoga, Wig Library, & support groups etc., perhaps a small gift?
A suggestion of a photo album which sounds good – just email an electronic copy with photos of your groupincluding details - (who, when, where) to Jo and she will print & organize it.
A ‘Buddy’ Card for members to share their personal details.
Your ideas are most welcome – simply email / phone Jo with suggestions.
People in our Group We care about you, (How can we help?)
Yoga By the Bay – Mind Body & Soul – (Telephone - 0438 743 087).
A Little Help for our Friends:-
MEDICARE CHRONIC DISEASE DENTAL SCHEME_
The Medicare chronic disease dental scheme was introduced in 2007. The scheme allows chronically ill people who are being managed by their GP
under an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan access to Medicare rebates for dental services.
For More Information – go to the Department of Health and Ageing website:-www.health.gov.au
or call Medicare Australia Provider enquiry line : 132 150.
Reminder:(Breast Intentions Blog Spot)
· Our Blog Spot: A suggestion has been raised to track our members – i.e. when they move, go back to work, have babies, or anything that you may wish to share for all to view on our web page. Our ‘BLOG’ is a great central repository to check out what’s been happening, view photos, say hello, a
place for us all to share : http://breastintentions.blogspot.com/2009
· We need your HELP:
To keep our costs down due to printing / stationary etc., we would really appreciate it if you could send us an email address, as opposed to ‘snail mail’. Obviously, some of you are yet to enter the world of cyber space, that’s OK too!!
We are continuing with our gold coin collection at our monthly meetings and money from Jo’s jewellery making will now go into our petty cash – (what a sweetheart!).
A survey about our Group has also been raised as a topic for our group members to participate in. We would like to see this in place before the close of this year, most likely an electronic one.
Breast Intension SURVEY: - We value your opinion & appreciate your feedback & ideas!
Please complete our SURVEY / hit ‘done’ (don’t forget): Click on the link
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=QBq3GB0bZWfEjfuCInACTA_3d_3d_
Next BI Meeting: - November, 2009 - (Always first Wednesday of each month).
Pop in for a cuppa & a chat……
NOTE: DECEMBER Meeting - We will be meeting at the GRAND HOTEL in Mornington Main St., Bring along a small gift – say $10 for our Kris Kringle present giving…
Take Care and Regards,
Chris.