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AUGUST JEANS FOR GENES DAY!!
"I may be low to the ground, but my style is sky-high! Rocking these jeans for Genes Day like a true fashion hound!" An unnamed Dachshund somewhere
This month we have group training booked in for everyone. This will go over 3 major topics that the NDIS is now focusing on: Medication, Restrictive Practices and Goals/Reports.
It will be great to see everyone come together and really get as much possible out of these sessions. We would love to see everyone actively engaging and helping each other upskill. After this training we will be rolling out a new medication process in our SILs.
An Insider Update
“SHOUT OUTS”
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Each month the office staff from Toowoomba and Rockhampton pick two standout employees from each location for their incredible contributions to the team and stand-out behaviours and dedication
Rockhampton
Richelle Milway
Congratulations Richelle, for your hard work making a clients transition to an ILO as smooth as possible and building relationships with clients who struggle to connect with support workers
Daniel Horne
Congratulations Daniel, for all your work in the high behaviours space, willingness to take on new clients and ability to connect with clients who don’t often utilise their full supports.
Toowoomba
Alexander Harvey
Congratulations Alex, for all your hard work and for being a constant and reliable part of the yard team despite other changes.
Cameron Hillier
Congratulations Cameron, for stepping up on cleaning when short staffed while also approaching new clients with a curiosity and willingness to learn.
“Please come to the office to collect your gift card and you will go into the end of year draw.”
ROCKHAMPTON
Supported Independent Living is a model of supported accommodation designed to assist people with a disability resulting in high care needs to live an independent and fulfilling life, through matching individualised supports and purpose-built accommodation.
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BigDog have long been providing SIL supports, helping clients meet their goals and build their capacity towards independence BigDog have also aided in many transitions into SIL through multiple pathways including but not limited to Short Term Accommodation in homes similar to their potential future SIL home.
Renovations in Rockhampton have now finished for our 2-bedroom units, providing the perfect facilities for both 1:1 and 1:2 model supported accommodation. Renovations for our 3-bedroom unit are nearing completion and will be available with the inclusion of a 1:3 support model option All houses are newly renovated with modern appliances and are available unfurnished, or with furnished common areas. If interested, please reach out to discuss vacancies or book a viewing of the available properties SIL enquiries can be directed to r services@bigdog.au or call (07) 4573 4611.
please contact us at r_services@bigdog.au or visit our website www.bigdogsupport.com.au
TOOWOOMBA
With only a month until September we begin our preparations for the Toowoomba Carnival of Flower w\here this year year it will be BigDog-er then ever! 2024 will see BigDog join the parade once again in in our best and brightest ‘Flower Power’ disco attires.
The Parade is held on Saturday September the 21st between 10:00 am and 12:00am. We are looking for more loud and proud BigDog employees to join in the parade. Costumes will be supplied.
The days are getting longer, and spring is on its way. I have a favourite mantra: "The Sun comes up, and the Sun goes down; it's what you do in between that makes a difference."
As I read through the case notes each day, I am continually amazed by the extra effort all our support workers put in to make a difference in our clients' lives. Sometimes, the road is not easy, but without our support workers' dedication, life would be much different for our clients.
The famous country singer Glen Campbell has a song titled "Try a Little Kindness." If you have the chance, give it a listen. You might be wondering where I’m going with this. All I’m saying is that the days are getting longer.
please contact us at t_services@bigdog.au or visit our website www.bigdogsupport.com.au
Rockhampton Day Service!
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WERE A BLAST!! WE HOPE YOU ENJOYED THEM AS MUCH AS WE DID!
The recent school holiday program in Rockhampton was another successful two weeks, bringing fun and excitement to all our clients.
The June - July program was packed with a diverse range of activities, ensuring there was something for everyone to enjoy.
Our museum visits provided educational yet fun experiences, allowing our clients to explore and learn about the history of Rockhampton trains and Art. Science experiments were a highlight, as clients conducted hands-on experiments including making slime and cloud dough out of cornflour!
Students had the opportunity to showcase their kitchen skills during the cooking sessions, creating delicious dishes and learning different techniques. The fishing trips were a hit, providing a perfect mix of relaxation and excitement as participants tried their luck at catching the biggest fish. (Unfortunately, we were out of luck and didn’t catch anything, but we had fun!) Cinema outings offered a chance to wind down and enjoy the latest Despicable Me Movie, while the Timezone arcade session was filled with laughter and friendly competition.
It was fantastic to see new faces join the program, and even more exciting to witness the great interactions and engagement among all participants. The program promoted a sense of community, and the enthusiasm and energy was amazing.
We look forward to seeing you all again next time for more fun-filled activities and adventures in September!
Toowoomba Day Service!
A CRACKER OF A MONTH AT TOOWOOMBA DAY SERVICE!
NAIDOC Week Celebrations
We wrapped up June with some exciting outings:
Zoo Trip: The day was filled with laughter and discovery.
Transport Museum: A rainy day didn’t stop us from having fun!
We had a fantastic time celebrating NAIDOC Week! Our creativity was on full display with beautiful artwork, and our taste buds were delighted by delicious bush tucker recipes
Fun Fridays at Kloud 9ine Fridays have never been better! Our music group sessions, followed by some fantastic exercise at Kloud 9ine, have kept everyone active and energized. The great tunes and fun workouts have made Fridays the highlight of our week!
Fire Drills & Healthy Cooking
Safety first! We conducted fire drills to ensure everyone stays alert and prepared. Meanwhile, our healthy cooking class has been a hit.
Apex Park: We enjoyed a healthy workout riding bikes at Apex Park.
New Daily Setup Routine We’ve introduced a new daily setup routine, and it’s going great! Everyone’s pitching in by putting lunchboxes in the fridge, washing hands, and setting up the table with the games or arts they want to play in the morning.
This new routine has been fantastic, and everyone’s enjoying their part in the daily reset. Thank you all for making this month so memorable Let’s keep the fun, excitement, and healthy activities going strong!
BBIRTHDAYS!
Rhett Austin
Zachary Wholohan
Tyla Russell
Tahlia Adams
