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Greek Fundraising Luncheon

         The Greek Luncheon was another great success - 220 guests enjoyed Greek food and music  and there were fabulous door prizes and auction items.  Thanks to all our generous  supporters that helped us to raise $25,000.  Thanks also to the Fundraising Committee who gave generously of their time and expertise.  More details under the Fundraising heading.

 Patrons appointed to Community Living & Respite Services Inc. August 2011

Mr John Kennedy Snr and Mr Noel Maughan were appointed as Patrons of Community Living & Respite Services Inc. on August 18, 2011.  Picture above are Jan Rankin (President), Mr Maughan, Suzanna Barry (CEO) and Mr Kennedy at the Board Welcome Dinner.

          Board Members Re-elected
          Congratulations to Glenys Kennedy, Fran Galvin and Ann Bennett who were re-elected to the Board of Management at the October Annual General Meeting for a  further 3 years.
         
          Land Purchase Echuca

Community Living & Respite Services Inc. is currently purchasing land in Echuca for a future supported accommodation development. Recent fundraising events have contributed funds to this purchase. If you would like to help, donations can be made on line on this website, or you may like to participate in the Workplace Giving Program. Your contribution will make a significant difference to people with disabilities and their families.

Respite Loddon-Mallee
Are you looking for respite in the Loddon-Mallee Region.  This website may be of assistance  www.respiteloddonmallee.org.au

My Time

For information about this group for young children and parents contact Elissa Plumridge 5480 2388.

        

Before & After School Care Vacancies!

There are currently vacancies in our Before School Program (7am - 9am) and After School Program (3.15pm - 6pm).  To register your child, please contact Suel  Edwards on 5480 2388.  The program is registered for Child Care Benefit.  The program is provided at the Echuca Specialist School.  Pick-up can be arranged from other local Echuca/Moama schools.

 

PlayConnect ASD Playgroup

View Play Connect 2012 flyer

Community Living & Respite Services Inc. is facilitating the Echuca ASD playgroup, PlayConnect. For further information please contact PlayConnect Development Worker, Elissa Plumridge via email or call 5480 2388 and leave a message for Elissa to call you back.

MyTime

View Mytime 2012 flyer

Community Living & Respite Services Inc is facilitating the Echuca MyTime group. This group is for parents and carers of children with a disability. The group has play helpers to keep children under 6 years occupied whilst parents/carers spend time with other like minded carers. For further information, please contact the MyTime facilitator Sandra Carey via email or call 5480 2388 and leave a message for Sandra to call you back.

Autism Information
Do you need information about Autism? Please refer to the new website www.clrsasd.org.au. This site has a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorders, with a Loddon Mallee focus.

Join CLRS

You may wish to become a member of Community Living & Respite Services Inc.  To do this you may request a membership form.  There is a  $5 joining fee and a $5 annual subscription.  This enables you to vote at our Annual General meeting and is a requirement if you wish to become a member of the Board of Management.  We encourage our service users, families and staff to become a member.  Community members are also encouraged - show your support of CLRS and request a membership form today!!

 

 

  

 

 

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