POLIO DAY 2009 
Monday 12th October
Darebin Community Arts & Entertainment Centre
Cnr St Georges Road & Bell Street, Preston
Based on the wonderful format presented at the 2009 Post-Polio Wellness Retreat at Roosevelt Warm Springs, Georgia, USA, this Polio Day will introduce you to a range of experiences and activities addressing the overall Body / Mind / Spirit aspects of Health and Wellness. You may be interested in exploring seated Yoga, learning more about pain management, having a mini-massage, or trying out the latest scooters and wheelchairs. There will be something for everyone.
Polio Day is also a time to catch up with friends, enjoy lunch and refreshments, and view the displays. Please come along and help us celebrate Polio Day 2009!
Health and Wellness 'Try Day'
10.30am Registration / Refreshments in Foyer
11.00am Housekeeping and Introduction of IA Rep and PAC Chair in Grevillea Room
11.10am Welcome from Independence Australia Rep and Polio Advisory Committee Chair
11.15am Keynote Speakers:
- Shirley Glance, Convener, Bayside Polio Support Group
- Fran Henke, Member, Mornington Peninsula Post Polio Support Group
- Liz Telford, Member, Polio Advisory Committee
12.00pm Stretch Break
12.10pm Summary of "Living with Polio in the 21st Century" Conference - Mary-ann Liethof
12.40-1.40pm Lunch / Social / Displays
- Catch up with old and new friends
- Watch PPS: Shades of Grey film
- Polio Roll Call display
- Variety of displays
Click here to download the day's activities, timetable and booking form.
