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innovation in the disability sector, anything you wish to discuss with us And finally, I want to extend a we also have a robust safeguarding at any time, please be sure to visit heart filled thank you to absolutely framework in place with standards our complaints portal on the contact everyone at EBL for their hard work T
that are second to none. page of our website under ‘Feedback and dedication in 2018. As we head & Complaints’ or call us directly on into another year, I have no doubt 8252 1000. You can also arrange to that the amazing staff, our new speak with EBL Chairperson, Sue carer-led Board and the wider EBL Chapman or the Convenor of our community, will make 2019 our best Carer Advisory Group, Dawn Brodie year yet as we work together to do on the same number. We welcome all we can to ensure those living with your feedback. a disability continue to live rich and
This edition of the newsletter also
showcases a number of different
articles covering topics on how to
find supported accommodation
for your child, ethical service
provision, behavioral management
strategies, health management for
Last but not least, there were smiles sibling workshops, as well as links to all round at the Annual Christmas healthcare resources that may also parties at EBL and Harrow House. be of benefit and an update on all Thank you to everyone who came Wendy Warren
things NDIS. along and enjoyed in the celebrations, Chief Executive
it was uplifting to see our community EBL Disability Services
your voice is always heard and your
questions answered. Should you have
sharing and answering your questions around advocacy, legal planning, housing and navigating a world under
the NDIS.
This is an event not to be missed, so be sure to RSVP to [email protected] now!
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associated healthcare conditions,
Looking forward, we want to ensure
his brand-new event will be held at Technology Park on Thursday, 28th February and is dedicated to informing,
EBL CARERS FORUM
Thursday, 28th February 2019
10am-3pm – Technology Park, Mawson Lakes
coming together to celebrate another Join us for this FREE event dedicated
wonderful year! to informing, sharing and answering
your questions around advocacy, legal
planning, housing and navigating a
EBL Carer Advisory Group
T
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world under the NDIS!
Here’s a sneak peek into what you can
expect on the day.
Learn more about:
NDIS Readiness
Respite
including how well EBL are doing best to inform you with information Hear from parents and key people within financially. I hope you might consider you requested in the carer survey in the industry. Ask your burning questions, November attending the 2019 AGM to meet 2018. There will be limited places, so be treated to the sweet sounds of The newsletter fellow carers and get to know who please book in early. Sisters of Invention and enjoy lunch Housing & Assistive Technology
contained your Board members are. The Board and Carer Advisory Group would The Carers Advisory Group will on us! information Legal/Advanced Care Directives
on the enjoy the opportunity to meet you in new board person.
members
and their
profiles and I am thankful to be one
of those members. I look forward to
working with the new board in 2019
and supporting Wendy Warren in her
role as CEO. The 2018 AGM had the
largest attendance we have ever had
and I would like to thank everyone
who attended and the many families
who took the time to send in proxy
votes. Wendy and the EBL team
are committed to providing the
best service possible while dealing
with the changes under NDIS. Your
attendance at our AGM is one way of
continue the morning tea meetings
this year. We have tried different Everyone who attends will go into a draw
Harrow House
Disability Advocacy
days of the week and will continue to win a weekend away in the Barossa Assisted Holidays
I would like to thank the EBL this in hope that you might find a day staying at the exceptional Barossa Foundation for supplying the that suits you. The next 4 dates are Novatel, including 2 x nights respite for Disability Services, Community
Services and Access
funds for the Christmas party last below, so you can insert into your your child. This amazing opportunity to December. A hearty meal in a good diary now. A further invitation will be take some well deserved time off is not venue, music to dance to and of sent closer to the date. to be missed! To be eligible for this prize, Friday 15/02/19 you simply need to RSVP to this event 10.00am – 12.00pm and be there on the day when we draw
course the most important person
at this time of the year, Father
Christmas. The clients seemed to
enjoy the day with some artistic face Wednesday 08/05/19
painting and a present to take home 10.00am – 12.00pm
as well. If you have not attended the Tuesday 13/08/19
yearly Christmas party before, I am 10.00am – 12.00pm
sure the person you care for would
have an enjoyable time, so please
consider it this year.
Thursday 21/11/19
10.00am – 12.00pm
Dawn Brodie
showing that they are supported and There will be information in this appreciated. It is also an opportunity newsletter and an invitation sent out Convenor
to collect a report which informs concerning the “Carers Forum” to be EBL Carer Advisory Group
you about the previous 12 months held in February. EBL will do their
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the lucky winner.
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Hear from:
The Sisters of Invention – Be uplifted
and mesmerised by the sweet sounds of
The Sisters of Invention
Come along to this event as we join hands to listen, learn and connect
at what is sure to be a memorable and informative day!
RSVP to:
EBL Contact at [email protected]
or phone 8252 1000 by Friday, 15 th February.
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