MELTON MEN’S SHED MEN’S SHED A Local Government Approach My name is Jorene Walsh and I am the...
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MELTON MEN’S SHED A Local Government Approach
MELTON MEN’S SHED MEN’S SHED A Local Government Approach My name is Jorene Walsh and I am the Co-ordinator of Ageing Well and Diversity for the Melton Shire Council. I would also
My name is Jorene Walsh and I am the Co-ordinator of Ageing Well and Diversity for the Melton Shire Council. I would also like to introduce Catherine Rollins who is the Melton Men’s Shed Development Officer. Catherine and I are going to present to you an overview of the process that Melton Shire Council has undertaken in its development and implementation of the Melton Men’s Shed which is delivered and fully funded by Council. During our presentation today we will provide you information on the Melton Men’s Shed: Establishment phase Where we are now Future directions Our presentation today will run for 15-20 minutes and will include some formal information as well as a slide show highlighting a collection our magical moments since our opening in 2009 But first a quick look at the Shire of Melton and its demographics.
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The Shire of Melton township is located 35km west of Melbourne's CBD, with our main growth area only 19 km from the Melbourne CBD. On the map above you can see the Western Freeway which cuts through the centre of the Shire of Melton. Approximately 30 minutes north east of Melton is Melbourne's international airport, noted on the the map
RAPID GROWTH
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Melton Shire Council is experiencing rapid growth and is currently the second fastest growing municipality in Australia, second only to our neighbouring Council – Wyndham City Council. In 2009-10, the Shire grew by more than 7,000 people, or more than 150 people a week or about fifty two families. By 2031, the projected population for the Shire is more than 230,000 people. This image is taken from our Eastern corridor looking out towards Melbourne's CBD on the top left of your screen and then further beyond that you can see the Dandenong's and to then far right Port Phillip Bay
2001 2011 2030 50,000 116,000 230,000 +
RAPID GROWTH Fast Growing...
A YOUNG COMMUNITY Over 70% of the population under 45 years
41 babies born each week
52 families moving into the municipality per week
Every day the keys are turned on 7 new homes
INCREASED AGEING 2011 – 2021 60+ population will increase by 9,000
(from 11,000 to 20,000)
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From this slide you can see the extensive growth by the increase in population from 2001 to 2011 and the projected population increase in 2030. Melton is experiencing a population growth rate of 7.1%. We therefore expect growth by 2030 to be in the vicinity of 340,000. Although a predominantly young community with 70% of the population under the age of 45, 41 babies born each week and 52 families are moving into the municipality each week, Melton will experience a 9.4 % increase in the population of people aged 60 and above by 2021. Every day the are turned on 7 new homes in the Shire of Melton Within Aged and Disability Services, Council currently provides Home and Community Care services for over 1000 residents which is supporting people to remain living independently in their own home.
116,000 (grew by 8,000 people last 12 months)
2nd fastest growth LGA in Australia (after Wyndham )
GROWTH RATE
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This graph clearly demonstrates the growth rate of Melton at 7.1% in comparison to other municipalities and Australia. To put this in perspective Melton’s current Growth is almost 4 times that of Brisbane and approximately 3 times greater than the Gold Coast.
The establishment phase consisted of four significant stages: Initial proposal Funding Site selection Sustainable budget Interestingly the idea of a Melton Men’s Shed was first raised to Council staff by the women who attend the Partners of Veterans and Country Women’s Association and through consultation undertaken as part of the development of Council’s 2004 – 2016 Ageing Well Strategy. The initial proposal was supported by Council and an application for funding was submitted. Councils application was successful and received $50,000 for construction from the Department of Planning and Community Development and $13,500 for fit out from Department of Veterans Affairs. Council contributed $178,000 to the construction phase.
SITE SELECTION
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Site selection was vital to the success of the project and this decision was based on: Availability of land Access to and around the site Environment Safety and Security The Willows Historical Park was selected based on this criteria. It provides a picturesque setting amongst expansive lawns and gardens, walking paths and historic buildings. It has a central location within the Melton Township and is within walking distance from the Aged Precinct.
SITE SECTION
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If you look at this slide you will see the Melton Men’s Shed is located in The Willows Historical Park nestled beside Melton's oldest homestead “The Willows” which was built in the 1850’s The Men's Shed looks across at two other local historic cottages – Dunvegan and Mac’s Cottage. The river red gums in the background border Toolern Creek which starts its journey in the hills at Toolern Vale about 15km north of Melton Township, and runs along the eastern edge of Melton Central and Melton South eventually joining the Werribee River near Exford 5km from Melton South.
SUSTAINABLE BUDGET
Financial Year Income Expenditure Variance Council Contribution
2008 – 2009 Actual Construction
54,144 232,314 178,170
2009 – 2010 Actual
61,362 143,556 82,194
2010 – 2011 Actual
6,063 106,479 100,416
2011 – 2012 Budget
8,000 129,501 121,501
Melton Men’s Shed Construction and Operational Budget
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The Melton Men’s Shed forms part of Councils operational budget. This table provides a breakdown of income and expenditure and includes the variance which is Council’s contribution to the project. If you refer to 2008, this figure incorporates actual constructions and fit out. The 2009 figure incorporates the salary of part time Shed Development Officer. In 2010 the Shed Development Officer position was increased to full time. While 2011 is indicative of an ongoing operational budget. CATH >>>
HERE AND NOW
• Management and reporting structure
– Council Plan
– Shed Development Officer
– Resources & Supports
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So where are we now. In terms of management and reporting structure, as a service of Council, the Men’s Shed has the same reporting requirements of any other Council service. This includes delivering the service in line with the 2009 -2013 Council Plan and reporting against its Action Plan. A Council Plan key direction is Health & Wellbeing and this means that we Ensure everyone has access to quality council services That we provide opportunities for people to come together, socialize and being involved in their community And Improve physical, social and mental health and well being for a safe, active and healthy community The Melton Men’s Shed has a fully Council funded Men’s Shed Development Officer. Within Council’s structure the Men’s Shed Development Officer sits within Aged and Disability Services. This provides the Men’s Shed with access to a number of valuable resources and supports.
VOLUNTEERS
• 14 Volunteer Team Leaders
• Selection based on:
- Experience
- Leadership skills
- Commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive Shed culture
- Willingness and potential to become role model for others
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Melton Council acknowledges that the success of the Melton Men’s Shed is dependent on the involvement and support of its volunteers. Therefore there is a strong commitment to encapsulating and further developing volunteer leadership skills. This is addressed through provision of skill development workshops, training sessions, leadership meetings and ongoing mentoring. Currently we have 14 Volunteer Team Leaders who are rostered at a minimum of two volunteers per session. A session is either morning, afternoon or evening. Volunteer Team Leaders are selected by the Shed Development Officer in consultation with existing Volunteer Team Leaders. Their selection is based on experience, demonstrated leadership skills, commitment to promoting a positive and inclusive Shed culture, and their willingness and potential to become a Volunteer Team Leader and role model for others. Day to day decisions are made by Volunteer Team Leaders with more strategic decisions involving the Men’s Shed Development Officer. Monthly Volunteer Team Leader meetings are a key forum for decision making with Team Leaders chairing meetings and the Shed Development Officer documenting actions and providing information and direction to support the decision making process.
SERVICE PLAN
• Provides strategic direction
• Documents vision, objectives and key priorities
• Identifies key actions
• Measures success
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We recently developed the Melton Men’s Shed Service Plan which is a two year plan to bring it in line with the Council Plan. This is a very important document for the Shed as it provide a: - Strategic direction� - Documents vision, objectives and key priorities� - Identifies key actions� - Measures success
OPERATIONS MANUAL
• Volunteer management and development • Risk and Emergency Management • OH&S • Building and equipment
The Shed Operations Manual was developed to coincide with the official opening of the Shed. It was developed to ensure the safe and effective delivery of Shed programs and services. The Manual outlines the procedures relating to risk management, occupational health and safety and emergency management and how they link to ShireSafe which is Councils OH&S and Injury Management System. It also outlines procedures relating to volunteer management and development, induction of new participants, program delivery, building and equipment maintenance and administration. This manual is a live document as it is updated each time an operational process is changed or a new procedure is developed. These changes and new developments are discussed and approved at Volunteer Team Leader meetings.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS Strategic Direction:
• Plan in line with Council Plan
• Meet Shed vision and objectives
• Respond to changing needs and interests
• Monitor, review, learn from experiences
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In terms of our strategic direction into the future, we will continue to plan in line with the Council Plan’s Health and wellbeing strategy and our Shed vision and objectives The Men’s Shed Service Plan will play a significant role in shaping our strategic direction and will be developed as a four year document as of 2013. This document will reflect changing needs and interests of the community. We will be committed to ongoing consultation with Shed participants and the broader community including monitoring and reviewing our progress and learning from our experiences.
FUTURE DIRECTIONS Operational Directions:
• Volunteerism and Leadership
• Program Development
• Induction and Referral
• Social Enterprise
• Outreach Services
• Promotion and Marketing
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Our future direction in terms of our day to day operations as outlined in our Service Plan will focus on: - Volunteerism and Leadership - Program Development - Induction and Referral - Social Enterprise - Outreach Services - Promotion and Marketing
MELTON MENS SHED
‘Magical Moments’
2009 - 2011
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We would now like to share with you some magical moments at our Shed which showcase some of our participating Sheddies, community projects and programs. JO
MASTER CHEFS
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The Melton Men’s Shed ‘Community Kitchen’ brings like-minded blokes together on a regular basis to socialise, cook affordable and nutritious meals, and to enjoy a relaxed feed with other men. JO
WHAT A CROP
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The Melton Sheddies enjoy their gardening and created several raised garden beds with herbs and seasonal veggies. These find their way into to the Shed kitchen or are taken home to enjoy. We love our AFL in Melbourne and as you can see we support our western team ‘The Bulldogs”. We make no apologies for being are unashamedly one-eyed JO
BEFORE AND AFTER
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Our shed receives many requests to build projects for community groups and where possible Sheddies work to make these projects happen at no cost to the groups. The Shed received a request from the Melton Historical Society to bring back to life for display in their museum a hall hat stand that had seen better days. Melton Sheddies delighted in the opportunity to demonstrate their craftsmanship. JO
GIVING BACK
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Several Grade 6 boys visited the Melton Men’s Shed every Wednesday over four weeks in Term Two to work side-by-side with Sheddies to design and construct their own wooden toolbox. Bicycles donated to the Shed by members of the community are tweaked and made available to Sheddies looking to be part of our Bike Riding Group, or moved on to MacKillop Family Services, Hope Street Youth & Family Services and the Melbourne Chapter of Bicycles for Humanity. CATH
THANKS MEN’S SHED !!
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Sheddies visited the Melton Specialist School with the Mayor, Cr Justin Mammarella for the unveiling of the worm-shaped bench seat. Students worked alongside our Sheddies to build the seat as part of the schools ‘You Can Do It’ program. CATH
WELL FOR LIFE
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The ‘Well for Life’ project aimed to improve the health and wellbeing of participants through a series of nutrition, exercise and wellbeing activities. The ‘Well for Life’ project was delivered at two Melton Shire Council facilities that support older adults, people with a disability and their carers: Melton Men’s Shed and Melbacc Respite House.� CATH
STAR APPEARANCES
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We like to celebrate success in a big way in Melton, even the stars came out to help celebrate some of our community members involvement in the creation of the ‘Well for Life’ DVD which documented the journey of a group of older Shire of Melton residents through the ‘Well for Life’ project. JO
A STAR IS BORN
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The Melton Men’s Shed and its Sheddies featured in a promotional DVD which is being used by the Australian Men’s Shed Association to promote the Shed concept at the National level. It’s not every day you get asked to feature in a Community Service Announcement, and our Sheddies delighted in every minute of this rather unique experience. JO
CELEBRATE SUCCESS
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Melton Shire Council hosted a Premier of the AMSA commercial at a local level. The evening was to celebrate the success of the commercial and to acknowledge the partnership and hard work by all who participated. JO
SHOW ME HOW
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Here we have a Sheddie mentoring a young lad from Melton Specialist School sharing his knowledge and together creating a little masterpeice. CATH
WOW WHAT A TOY
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In this slide one of our Sheddies proudly hands over a custom-made toy he crafted for a young boy and his foster dad. He assembled the bells so the toy played a tune as the bell wheel rotates. These are the sort of ‘feel good’ projects our Sheddies love to undertake. CATH
DOUBLE OR NOTHIN’
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Here you can see some of our more ‘senior’ Sheddies enjoying their Friday games of cards at the Shed. Their smiles are a pretty good indication of how much they enjoy the game and mateship. CATH
FURTHER INFORMATION Jorene Walsh Co-ordinator Ageing Well and Diversity 03 8361 5249 [email protected]
Here are our contact details. If you would like more information or you would like a copy of the Melton Men’s Shed Resource & Support CD containing all the documents referred to in our presentation, we will be available after this session to take your names and details. We are happy to take any questions today and throughout the conference. JO
