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Andy_48Contributor
Can anyone suggest any groups that are in south east Melbourne , that are NOT for dating and are not men's sheds. Any suggestions. I'm in my late 40s wanting to find friends or groups . Anything besides meet up . Just curious and wanting to meet friends. Any suggestions please 🙏 or 💡 idea's
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balance37Senior Contributor
Have you tried any GROW groups for mental health?
If you don't want it to be based around mental health, there are often community hubs within your council area that could suggest community run programs near you. For e.g. walking groups, gardening, art or music making.
Perhaps there may be some meet up groups on Facebook with suggestions?
Not sure if any of that is helpful, but thought I'd add my two cents. 😊
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DimitySenior Contributor
Hello @Andy_48 your local library might host a regular Chatty Cafe
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Andy_48Contributor
I will look into it . I'm open for any suggestions. Art therapy ive tried . Walking yes. I think that is a good idea that I'm going to look into .
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