September 2015
NEWSLETTER
From the Executive Officer
Hi All,
I would like to start be congratulating Diane Beasant on the
birth of her Granddaughter Abbigail Jayne Cunningham born
Thursday the 20th of August at 9:27pm weighing 7 pounds 2
ounces.
Community Lifestyles Agency in now in the cloud, this means
all staff now have access to their emails, calendars and paperwork at the touch of a button, all they need to a device and
internet access. Between now and December we will support
our teams to learn utilise the full Microsoft suite. This would
not have been possible without the generous donation from
Microsoft of 300 free licenses.
September is always a busy month for CLA as we gear up for
Disability Action week, this year CLA will be holding 2 events
in collaboration with Fraser Coast Council to launch and close
the week events, Jess will give you more information on what
her teams have been busy setting up.
What does CLA mean to you?
Early 2016 CLA will be inviting you all to participate in ‘Telling
our Story’. CLA has a rich history and strong family values. In
preparation for NDIS we will be looking at telling our story
through our Mission and Vision and Strategic Planning. This
will let people know who we are and what we do, it will enable individuals, families and staff to become part of the CLA
story if they like what we do.
If you have not already had the chance to drop by and see the
new, bigger and improved Day Service, please come along
and one of us will give you the guided tour, be prepared to
get interactive, it’s an adventure for all the senses.
Thanks Julie
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From the Service Delivery
Manager
In August, the Agency had a focus on Human Rights for the month.
The Dayservice and Events Committee
were involved in multiple activities raising
funds and awareness for the causes. AmnesTea and Baking for the Red
Cross Big Cake Bake are two great examples.
The Australian Competition and Consumer
Commission has released new resources
for consumers of disability-related products
and services.
As we approach the NDIS, I cannot stress
enough the importance of being familiar with
your rights as a consumer. Have a look on
the link below.
http://www.ndis.gov.au/people-disability/
consumer-resources
Disability Action Week is in front of us
throughout September, be sure to get
amongst the festivities and take the opportunity to make some new friends! See you
then!
Thanks,
Jess
Office Hours:
In this issue:
Monday
8.30am-4.30pm
From the Editor
1
Tuesday
8.30am-4.30pm
Pictures of the Month
2
Wednesday
8.30am-4.30pm
Thursday
8.30am-4.30pm
SU & Staff Profile’s
3
Friday
8.30am-3.00pm
Birthdays &
Information
4
Service User: Jane S
Service User: Tiffany T
My favourite activity is:
Horse riding and going to the learning centre.
My favourite colours are:
Purple
The best time of the day to me is:
Afternoons
I am frightened by:
Noises at night
My favourite movie of all time is:
Titanic
The music I like to listen to is:
The Titanic soundtrack
The most fun I ever had was:
Going to Thailand for my brothers wedding
My most successful day was when:
When I graduated from school
I am proud that:
I got through surgery
The funniest thing that ever happened to me:
Falling in the pool!
I am happy when:
When my friends come over and spend time with me
I feel comfortable in:
My recliner chair
On the weekend I like to:
Down town
My favourite animals are:
Horses, dolphins and dogs
My interests include:
Singing, reading, going out and cooking
My favourite activity is:
Bowling, watching movies, Gerdening
My favourite colours are:
Blue
The best time of the day to me is:
Morning
I am frightened by:
Being left alone
My favourite movie of all time is:
Frozen
The music I like to listen to is:
Wiggles, Mumma Mia
The most fun I ever had was:
Painting with Day Service
The most Successful day I ever had:
When I moved into my own home.
I am proud of:
The pictures I painted
The funniest thing that ever happened to me:
Playing tricks on my friends
I am happy when:
Listening to music
I feel comfortable:
At home
On the weekend you will find me:
With my family
My favourite animal is:
Cats
My interests include:
Music, Playing Sport
CLA Birthdays for the month of
September
David C September 3rd
Gemma W September 15th
Also born on this day; Charlie Sheen
Also born on this day; Prince Harry
Actor known for his role in series ‘Two and a half men.’
The youngest son of Prince Charles and Princess Diana.
Tracey A, September 4th
Joshua H September 16th
Also born on this day; Beonce Knowles
Also born on this day; Nick Jonas
She has won 20 Grammy Awards for songs such as
Singer and performer in the pop band, ‘the Jonas
"Single Ladies," "Drunk in Love" and "Crazy in Love."
Brothers’
Kristen D September 5th
Sez B September 18th
Also born on this day; Freddie Mercury
Also born on this day; James Marsden
Lead singer in ‘Queen’ and wrote many hit songs.
Therisa M September 6th
Also born on this day; Max George
Singer and song-writer of the album Battleground.
Haiden H September 12th
Also born on this day; Paul Walker
Known for his role as Brian in The Fast and the Furious.
Michael H September 13th
Also born on this day; Niall Horan
One of the members of the boy band One Direction.
Actor who played prominent roles in Superman Returns, Enchanted, 27 Dresses, Hairspray, and The
Notebook.
Des E September 21st
Also born on this day; Jason Derulo
Pop singer best Known for hit song, 'Whatcha Say,'
Lynne H September 30th
Also born on this day; Maddie Ziegler
Dancer who performed in Lifetime reality
series Dance Moms. In 2014, she appeared
in the music video for Sia's "Chandelier."
To David, Tracey, Kristen, Therisa, Haiden, Michael, Gemma,
Joshua, Sez, Des and Lynne
Happy Birthday from all at CLA!
From Karan’s Desk
Comli Place
99 Bazaar Street
MARYBOROUGH QLD 4650
Phone: (07) 4123 3552
Fax:
(07) 4123 2703
Email: [email protected]
September Newsletter
Over the next few months I will be concentrating on the Schcads Award. This month the topic is
Types of Employment and Termination of Employment. This will be covered in two parts with part 1
this month and part 2 next month.
Types of Employment - Employees under this award will be employed in one of the following catergories:
* full time employment- 38 hours a week or an average of 38 hours per week
* part time employment - less than 38 hours a week or an average of 38 hours per week and who has reasonably predictable hours of work
* casual employment - one who is engaged and paid as such but will not include a part-time or full time employee
At the time of engagement an employer will inform each employee the basis of their employment. An employer may direct
an employee to carry out such duties as are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training, consistent
From Julaine’s Desk
Moving forward with CLA policies.
CLA have recently procured a number of policies and procedures that are reflected of current standards and practices.
Why does CLA think that we require additional policies as we head towards the implementation of NDIS?
* A Policy is a statement of agreed intent that clearly and unequivocally sets out an organisation’s views with respect to a particular matter. It is a set of principles or rules that provide a definite direction for an organisation.
* Policies assist in defining what must be done with a procedure which is a clear step by step method for implementing an
organisation’s policy or responsibility.
* So staff and families can have a framework for actions that help them get on with the job they need to do.
* So staff and families don’t have to keep on discussing and rediscussing the same issues every time they arise – one thought
out decision can be applied to many similar cases – efficiency.
* So legal and other requirements can be met
* A tool in quality improvement.
Unwritten policies and procedures often lead to confusion and conflict.