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Day Options Update W Day Options Fun! ith the growth of our Yarnbook Day Options program increasing and further interest from numerous outside contacts, we decided to expand Mini Golf and Bowling our Day Options program from one site to two sites. In doing this, we were able to expand from a single service in the North to the East where access to Day Options (Learning & Lifestyle) programs is limited. Although both programs Michael, Steward, provide a holistic curriculum they are also tailored based on the functionality Michelle, Clint and Matt of the people in the group. Each program offers unique opportunities to enable enjoying community life skills development for the individuals who participate. access at the Barossa Bowland and mini golf! Our second program operating out of Harrow House is growing rapidly. We would like to thank the Harrow House Board and of course our CEO Wendy Warren for passionately sharing the vision of utilizing this exceptional space to be used as a Day Options program. We’ve been operating for approximately five weeks and are receiving positive feedback from clients, parents and care givers. There is ample room to enjoy a range of activities inside or outside in the beautiful gardens. One of our participants has said that “it is a nice open environment and it is a cool place to be” Ashlee. Thanks to all involved for their hard work and commitment to support the Day Options to expand and grow. Go The Crows! Shane was super excited to be supported by Memory to attend the CROWS vs Weston Bulldogs on the 18th May. And to top off an excellent evening Shane’s Team won!! GO THE CROWS! Harrow House Day Options offers individuals activities such as: Sun and Sand Sculptures • The use of a large bank of computers and Ipads allowing individuals to and Caitlyn from one of the girls Michelle, Kelsey, Monique, Emma strengthen their IT skills and to interact with specific educational programs only groups travelled to Port relevant to them. Norlunga recently to experience • An art therapist attends weekly to support art activities such as paint, clay, collage, textile, canvas arts and a wide range of art activities aimed at the wonderful sand sculpture displays! strengthening creativity and developing art appreciation. • Weekly music therapy program is facilitated by a singer song writer/music teacher who engages participants to express themselves through song, music, dance and drama. • Exercise programs include swimming and walking groups. • Tending garden beds where program participants can plant and nurture vegetables and herbs for use in cooking. (Thank you HARROW!!) • Cooking facilities are available where individuals can increase their independence and build their skills. Bayan’s 50th! Everyone was all so happy to Celebrate Bayans 50th Birthday. Happy 50th Bayan! • Various outings where individuals can increase community inclusion. Kind Regards Diana Smith – House Manager of Day Options Lynda Woods – Client Services Coordinator For more information on Day Options, contact EBL on 8252 1000. 4 EBL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER Music Group Rock Out! Everyone had so much fun at the combined Day Options groups music group at Glenside. EBL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER 5