ANNUAL REPORT 2009
President s Report As Mayor of the City of Launceston and St GilesPresident, it is my pleasure to thank and congratulate the Directors, Management and Staff of St Giles on another year of high achievement. I also thank the many volunteers and supporters who give so generously to St Giles. This generosity enables St Giles to support many thousands of Tasmanians living with a disability. On behalf of the City of Launceston, I offer St Giles support and encouragement to build on your achievements in the year ahead. Albert van Zetten President, Mayor of Launceston Chairman and Chief Executive Report The recent economic downturn has impacted on many individuals and organisations including St Giles. Robert Pearce Chairman Michael Sertori Chief ExecutivE For the first time in many years we have incurred a deficit. Following a review of our operations and through careful management we now forecast a break-even position for the year ahead. This improvement is achieved without impact on service delivery. We are delighted to enjoy the ongoing commitment of the State and Federal Governments. We are particularly grateful to our wonderful sponsors and donors who maintain their strong support. This support has inspired our achievements over the past twelve months, highlighted as follows: 420,000 hours of service delivered across Tasmania; 2,500 adults and children assisted; 5,000 parents assisted; New children s accessible playground opened in Launceston; New Federal Government funding secured for our Early Years Intervention program; Life s setbacks are only hurdles that once conquered make the journey more rewarding New Music Therapy program introduced; Anonymous 2009-08-12 State Government funding secured for our state-wide Seating Clinic service; Appointed by the State Government to manage the Southern Children s Allied Health Service. Winner of the 2008 CGU/Launceston Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award. We congratulate our magnificent employees for their dedication and hard work. We thank our wonderful band of volunteers and our generous donors and supporters. Together we have made a positive difference in the lives of thousands of Tasmanian Adults and Children living with a disability. 2 ANNUAL REPORT 2009
VISION 2011 A statewide disability service provider of choice offering leadership and quality specialised services in partnership with Tasmanian families and their children living with a disability. PURPOSE Providing specialised disability services in partnership with children and their families, and adults to support their development and optimise their abilities. VALUES We offer fairness and equity in all relationships and treat all people with respect. We will conduct ourselves with compassion and understanding. We will communicate openly and with honesty and integrity. We will work collaboratively to foster relationships that deliver effective outcomes. We are committed to quality through continuous improvement, creativity and innovation. Through professional conduct we will achieve a fun and vibrant environment. ANNUAL REPORT 2009 3
WHAT WE DO... St Giles North Allied Health Family Support Unit Seating Clinic Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Speech Pathology Hydrotherapy Psychology Community Services Respite Centre In Home Respite Group Homes Residential Units Personal Support Recreation and Activity Programs Holiday Home St Giles South Allied Health Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy Hydrotherapy Communication Access Paediatric Rehabilitation Service Developmental Assessment Service Community Services Respite Centre In Home Respite Personal Support Recreation and Activity Programs special moments... Seven-month-old Harvey shares the love with his mum Anne. Harvey receives support from St Giles therapy services including physiotherapy, speech pathology and occupational therapy. these feet are made for walking... To help build her leg strength, 9-year-old Jazz has her feet checked by physiotherapists Karen and Rebecca at the Tricky Toes Clinic. Photos courtesy of The Examiner Newspaper 4 ANNUAL REPORT 2009
WHATEVER IT TAKES... On the swings... Under the watchful eye of support worker Trudi, 11-year-old Luke enjoys the Liberty Swing in the respite playground. He accesses St Giles in-home and centrebased respite on a weekly basis to give Mum and Dad a well-earned rest....is St Giles driving philosophy in responding to the needs of Tasmanian Children and Adults living with a disability. We are generously funded by State and Federal Governments who meet 70% of the cost of our activities. To meet the needs of a growing demand for services, St Giles relies on the generosity of organisations, individuals and the Tasmanian Community to work with us to make a positive difference. Our busy Fundraising program of events, raffles, appeals and partnerships is warmly embraced by the Tasmanian Community. A highlight was our Open Day in September last year offering the Community the opportunity to look over our facilities and meet with staff. It was also a chance for us to thank our supporters in person. We at St Giles were honoured to receive the CGU Launceston Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards 2008 in the category Not for Profit, an award recognising our contribution to the community. Once again, The Examiner Newspaper worked with us to run the St Giles Examiner Appeal, raising funds to purchase client equipment. None of our activities would be possible without the generosity of our sponsors, our wonderful volunteers and the many organisations and individuals who support our activities. St Giles is very proud to be a part of a caring community who work with us to ensure we deliver on our promise to Tasmanian children and adults living with a disability. test driving the new wheels... Six-year-old Will enjoys a game with twin sister Hannah. Will is proud of his new power chair he was able to trial, which can be customised specific to Will s needs by St Giles Seating Clinic. ANNUAL REPORT 2009 5
Thank You Thank you to the many organisations and individuals who have generously supported St Giles over the past year. Albert congratulating Kaye Stocks Hon Lyn Thorp MLC, Minister for Human Services Hon Bill Shorten MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Children s Services Department of Health and Human Services Department of Disability, Child, Youth and Family Services Department of Education City of Launceston, Council and Staff Tasmanian Members of the Federal and State Parliaments The Examiner Newspaper, Radio LAFM, ABC, Way FM, Southern Cross and Win Television Community Service Groups, Rotary, Lions and Apex Launceston Chamber of Commerce Launceston General Hospital MAIB Tasmanian Community Fund Honda Foundation Scotch Oakburn College Tasmanian Schools The Children s Variety Club of Tasmaniaa Vos Family and Vos Foundation National Disability Services Volunteers Donors and Supporters Tasmanian Community Lieut. Emily Curtis Opening of the second Launceston respite home Val Reid Albert with Dr Adam Watson and Dr Jane Mills Respite outing Enjoying the playground 6 ANNUAL REPORT 2009
Congratulations 2008 Award winners We congratulate our donors and volunteer award winners for 2008, each acknowledged at our last Annual General Meeting. PLATINUM The Examiner Newspaper NAM Findlay Estate Vos Group Bruce Wall Estate GOLD Continental Builders Variety the Children s Charity Reliance Petroleum SILVER Braeside Dental Surgery Dr Don and Mrs Julie Clark Country Club Casino Barry Geskus Michael Hicks Landscaping Jones Waste Management Launceston Linen Service Mobile Blinds and Screens Professional Edge Royal Australian Navy-Tas Division Scotch Oakburn College Peter Sherriff & Co Pty Ltd Mrs Margot Smart Tasmanian Independent Retailers BRONZE Accent Signs, Design and Websites Mrs Maise Burrows Mr John Butler Mr Bill and Mrs Penny Cromarty Mrs Roma Franceshini R G Fergusson Family Trust Mrs Nicole Gerrand Mrs Helen McKenzie Henry Foster Juicy Isle Lions Club of Kings Meadows Mars Fundraising Mance Electrical NBC Engineering Mr Phil Paine The PMS Foundation Sharpe & Fowler Optometrist Mr J Symons Tant Pour Tant Dr Adam Watson and Dr Jane Mills Tas Ports Mr James Wells Mr Hugh Denny Westpac Banking Corporation LAFM VOLUNTEERS Advance Petroleum Alan Legg Rob Giblin Tony Benneworth Beryl Sok Kay Stocks Tracy Smee Steve Titmus Ron Horne Scholarship The Ron Horne Scholarship honours the memory of the late Ron Horne MBE JP ACIS CPA who had a 60 year involvement with St Giles as a Director and Chairman. Mrs Jacqueline Horne presents Karen Doyle with her certificate. The scholarship is offered to encourage specialisation in paediatric therapy at St Giles and provides assistance, support and employment at St Giles. The 2008 winner was Physiotherapist, Karen Doyle. Past winners are 2007 Leesa Allison; 2006 Tom Friend; 2005 Emily Crane. ANNUAL REPORT 2009 7
Registered Office, Launceston: 65 Amy Road, Newstead, Tasmania Postal Address: P.O. Box 416, Launceston, Tasmania 7250 Phone: (03) 6344 2451 Fax: (03) 6343 0980 Email: society@stgiles.org.au Web: www.stgiles.org.au Hobart: 31 Tower Road, New Town, Tasmania 7008 Postal Address: P.O. Box 45, New Town, Tasmania 7008 Phone: (03) 6238 1801 Email: adminsouth@stgiles.org.au Devonport: P.O. Box 1255, Devonport, Tasmania 7310