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A Word from Wendy A “ big warm hello from all of us at The congratulations don’t stop here! EBL. It only feels like yesterday It seems we have some amazing the sun was shining and we were artists among us at EBL, these being enjoying the warm breeze and Alex and Robert who both live in changing colours of nature autumn supported accommodation. Both brings. Now though, winter is well Alex and Robert have recently had and truly upon us and there is no their artwork showcased in the better time to plan and prepare for official Community Visitor Scheme the seasons ahead. 2014/15 Annual Report. Their artwork Over the last few months, we have worked with the NDIS to do our part Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light ” – Helen Keller when it comes to communicating the roll out of the full scheme. As always, any questions you might have relation the NDIS, we are here to talk you through any questions has certainly brightened the report and we are so happy for Alex and Robert, who both received a letter from Principal Community Advisor, Maurice Corcoran AM thanking them for their lovely artwork. Congratulations Alex and Robert. you may have at any time. We have We are also excited to announce also included a number of helpful a new service to EBL, this being links on our website to ensure you Support Connections. Currently in always have quick access to the most the development stage, we will have relevant and up to date news when it more information about this service comes to the NDIS. soon. Speaking of our website, I am very As many of you are aware, Betsy excited to announce the launch of Tang, Co-Convenor of the EBL our brand new website. The new Carers Advisory Board has been busy site has been given a fresh new collating the Carer Advisory Survey look that includes easy to find Results of which we look forward to information about EBL and the sharing with you in the next edition of A services we offer. The new site the EBL Newsletter. A letter from Principal Community Advisor, In the meantime, please enjoy Maurice Corcoran AM personally this edition of the EBL newsletter thanked Alex and Robert for their lovely including the wonderful highlights artwork contribution. We certainly from our recent Queensland camp, couldn’t be happier or feel more more on the new website, Alex and proud of these two talented people. Just as exciting, we are pleased to Robert’s artwork, upcoming events, Congratulations from the entire EBL advise that one young woman we further NDIS updates and much community Alex and Robert! support, ‘Janelle’ has been nominated more. We are sure there will be many in the upcoming Volunteer awards. Wendy Warren more masterpieces to come! This is a huge honour and testament to all that Janelle does to support Chief Executive others, both here at EBL and through EBL Disability Services also includes videos, testimonials, handy links and resources, feedback area and much more. You can check out the new website at www. ebldisabilityservices.org.au Congratulations Alex and Robert! Treasured members of the EBL family, Alex and Robert have recently had their artwork featured in the official Community Visitor Scheme 2014/15 Annual Report. dding colour and vibrancy to the report, the artwork first had to be nominated before being selected to feature in the document. her role as Visitor Liaison at the Lyell McEwin Hospital on a regular basis. On behalf of everyone at EBL, congratulations Janelle! 2 EBL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER EBL QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER 3