A Word from Wendy
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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
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– 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
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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!
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