A Word from Wendy
As we head towards the cooler months , we reflect on the huge amount of work that has been underway here at EBL Disability Services in response to the everchanging world of COVID and NDIS .
It ’ s fair to say that we have always experienced peaks and troughs in our business . Especially , in recent times with the introduction of the NDIS . However , last year was relentless with the added burden of navigating coronavirus transmission risks across the EBL Community .
This time last year , COVID upended life as we knew it in a matter of weeks . Twelve months on , the pandemic has been brought under some semblance of control and we now prepare for the rollout of new vaccines . For the first time in many months there appears to be hope that some aspects of life as we knew it will return .
This year , we celebrate 40 years of providing respite , accommodation and recreational support to people with developmental disabilities . We take this moment to thank those wonderful families who fought fiercely back in 1981 to establish services in the northern suburbs for children with intellectual disabilities and their families . In recognition of this remarkable milestone , we share uplifting and heartfelt stories highlighting the support we provide today because of the vision and courage of those original EBL founders .
In this edition , we share the most recent insights to help our community prepare for the next phase of change . This includes updates about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout here in SA . We hope you find these updates useful . Many of you will have been in touch with your nominated EBL Manager to discuss consent and the option for your child ( or family member ) to opt in / or out of the COVID vaccination program . Please don ’ t hesitate to get in touch on 8252 1000 if you need more information .
We also share an article about the new independent assessment panels being tested by the NDIS . This assessment process will change the way people with disabilities are assessed for funding in the future . As in the past , we will continue to support our community to navigate these changes every step of the way .
Last , but never least , we salute our amazing devoted employees who work tirelessly to support the health and wellbeing of participants so that they can live their best life .
Thank you to each and every one of you for your ongoing support .
Wendy Warren
Chief Executive EBL Disability Services
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