Vicki Robinson

Vicki Robinson was guest speaker at the club's meeting on Monday 8th August.
Vicki was introduced by Linda Boyd as a person passionate about building business and community, passionate about our community wellbeing.
Vicki is Service Development Officer at PALS.
Vicki gave an excellent PowerPoint presentation on PALS.
 
Providing All Living Supports (PALS) Inc. is a not for profit organisation servicing both Northern Victoria and Southern New South Wales. PALS offer support services to people with a disability. the elderly or those who are disadvantaged in accessing or participating in the community.
PALS do this by offering independent living programs, supported and independent accommodation services, employment options and training through their business enterprises and individual support services tailored specifically to each individual client.
Standards:
Empowerment.
Access and engagement.
Wellbeing.
Participation.
Funding through the government NDIS scheme and community groups.
Accommodation - Gorman House Yarrawonga and Nelson Drive Numurkah.
PALS - go extra miles in helping people achieve their choice about their lives.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible to deliver support.
- Understanding the importance of community connections.
- Celebrate with people their achievement regardless how great or small.
Business Enterprises - Opportunity shops Numurkah and Cobram, lawn mowing service, flower power, woodwork, school canteens, catering and pamphlet delivery.
Future Plans:
- Gorman House development of independent living units.
- Maloga House residence living in Nathalia.
- NDIS readiness.
- Expanding service providing a choice for other communities in Wangaratta, Benalla and Corowa.