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september 2019 newsletter 01

Tim participating in the horticulture program in Burnie

From the CEO

I would like to commence this newsletter by congratulating the very talented artists whose work is on display at the Makers’ Workshop in Burnie. The works are truly inspiring and as someone whose arts skills did not develop beyond stick people, I really appreciate and admire the imagination, effort and sheer volume of work that has gone into to making these artworks. A very big congratulations and thank you to Valda Marshall for ‘leading the charge’ to get this wonderful exhibition in place, and for her ongoing work with our talented artists.

Our art program is an example of the types of programs that we wish to build and grow into the future, to provide real opportunities for our clients to learn and develop new skills, to gain opportunities to engage in real world activities and pursue their goals. We are in the process of rolling out some changes in our Community Access offerings to allow us to tailor our services for the very diverse needs of our clients. Our intention is to work with clients and their families to develop a meaningful program based on their goals and aspirations, and which may take them to one or more bases during the week to undertake specific activities. Further information will be made available shortly.

Emma with one of her works on display at the Makers’ Workshop - ‘Houses on the Hill’

Our intention is to make the central area of Panorama as a dedicated centre for our higher needs clients, where there will be a greater focus on Wellbeing, Personal Care, Supports, with programs designed specifically to address individual needs and aspirations

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Miranbeena will become a centre for learning and community engagement activities, and will be a base for music, art, information technology, dance, drama, starting point for community engagement and social participation activities

Westwood/Horizon will become a centre for practical, outdoor based learning activities and will showcase our new Small Engine Services program (where clients will be able to work in a practical way assisting with the building and operation of a variety of small engine programs, including motorised go karts), our developing Horticulture and Gardening maintenance program, as well as our Catering/Cooking program which will be based out of our Westwood building.

We are currently working to have these new program and centres operational during the later part of October, and we welcome any input or concerns with these changes. Should you wish to provide any feedback, please don’t hesitate to contact me via email [email protected]

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Bowl by Paula on display in the ‘Colour My World’ art exhibition


Emily Crescent

I also delighted to announce our new future for the Panorama building. On Monday 26th August this year we moved the last of our permanent residents of Panorama into their new homes. It has been a long stated requirement from the National Disability Insurance Scheme has been the removal of ‘institutional’ living arrangements. Multicap Tasmania was one of 5 providers in the state to have institutional arrangements still in place, and these services have been provided at Panorama. I am pleased to advise that Multicap Tasmania is the first of the 5 providers to have achieved the objective of transitioning our institutional residents into contemporary housing.

The central section of Panorama will be the home for Community Access services during the day, and either end potentially will be developed for respite services. There is significant capacity to utilise the building for a variety of purposes and we welcome the opportunity to, particularly, finally have a home for our Burnie based respite services.

I am also thrilled that we have been able to introduce new properties into our portfolio, and these new sites with 2 properties at Emily Crescent (Somerset), and new properties at View Road (Burnie), Billett Court (Burnie), North Fenton Street (Devonport) as well as making use of our existing properties at Ritchie Avenue and the Hodge Avenue units.

The movement to these new properties from Panorama should provide a more personalised living environment for all our previous Panorama residents, with great opportunities to provide a greater level of supports and more opportunity to engage in the community. We are looking forward working to with families and residents in making sure we maximise the new opportunities these living arrangement create.

July 1 also saw the introduction of the National Quality and Safeguards Commission as the body that oversees the service quality and safety of our services. We are currently in the process of rolling out a new and comprehensive suite of policies and procedures that will replace our current policies. There is a much higher expectation from the Commission around how we work with families to deliver services, and we welcome feedback from everyone on how we can improve what we do. We are very open to the changes we need to make to remain relevant in an increasingly client driven environment.


We will need to make changes to a range of things we do. We are currently finalising our Client Handbook, and this handbook will contain key information for each of our clients around some of these changes, such as our new Complaints procedures.

We will be conducting a Client Satisfaction Survey in November. This is our formal ‘annual’ way that you can provide information to us but we welcome input at all times. This most easily can be achieved via our email address [email protected]. We are very happy to hear both what we are doing well, as well as what we can improve.

Nigel and his wife at the opening for the ‘Colour My World’ exhibition

Darren, Lyn, Vonda and Katrina having fun at the launch of ‘Colour My World’

Regards

Nigel HillCEO


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Jewell (top) and Paula (bottom) at the ‘Colour My World’ launch event

“The camaraderie, the friendship, the creativity is unsurpassed in most art institutions”Birgitta Magnusson-Reid Visual Arts Coordinator at Devonport Regional Art Gallery

Some of our talented artists have their work proudly displayed at the Makers' Workshop this September.

The works produced at the Serpentine Art Studio at Miranbeena make this exhibition worth a visit to the creative venue.

All works can be purchased.

Birgitta Magnusson-Reid, Visual Arts Coordinator at Devonport Regional Art Gallery and former Art Tutor at Serpentine Art studio-Opened the Exhibition on Thursday 5 September.

Thanks to the University of Tasmania

Free entry

When 5-29 September Open 7 days 9 am - 5 pm Where University of Tasmania Makers' Space Makers' Workshop 2-4 Bass Highway, Parklands, Burnie

‘Colour My World’ art exhibition


The Speak Out Disability Expo & Conference is on again. Come along and connect with leading organisations designed to assist you live your best life.

Multicap Tasmania will be there so say hello and take the opportunity to speak with us about how we can best support you.

This year we are seeking your ideas for on how we can improve supports and the community for those of us living with a disability. To thank you for your contribution, we’ll be giving away vegetable seedlings for you to grow in your own home. Free entry

When 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Wednesday 18 September Where Town Hall Theatre Paranaple Convention Centre 145 Rooke Street Devonport

2019 Disability Expo

Alex and Hayley enjoying the sensory experience of the faux fur rug at our booth

Making a selection from the vegetable seedlings as a thank you for adding to our wall of ideas


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Support the cause this weekend

Join the team or donate

womens5k.comJoin the Multicap Tasmania team at this Sunday's Women's 5km Walk/Run. It is going to be a fun day out in the community. Get active and raise funds for a cause that touches so many lives.

Sign up to the team by searching for Multicap Tasmania in the registration process.

Not able to attend? You can make a donation to show your support on the website.

Thank you for your support and we hope to see many of you there.

When Sunday 15 September Activities from 8:30 am Walk/Run starts at 10 am

Where The start and finish line is located in City Park 45-55 Tamar St, Launceston

Women’s 5km Walk/Run


The Multicap Dancers from the Venue of Creativity (VOC) performed with massive smiles and undeniable passion at the 52nd Burnie City Eisteddfod in the Open Non Competitive Section Group. The Multicap Dancers opened the evening of the eisteddfod followed by individual performances by Chelsea and Emily.

Jodie Davis, the adjudicator for the evening congratulated everyone on a fantastic performance and presented each dancer with a ribbon and the soloists with a certificate each for their performances.

Chelsea and Emily braved the bright lights and attentive audience to perform on the stage all on their own. The audience was all smiles through all three dances and we’re all so proud of the performers.

Thank you to Helen Craige, who leads the group each year, making it a fun experience for everyone.

Performing at the Burnie City Eisteddfod

What a great dance this was that was clearly well prepared and so entertaining. I really loved your costumes as they looked really smart on stage. This really was a wonderful way to represent your unity as a dance troupe. Really strong choreography and so entertaining and fun. Thank you so much for preparing this and bringing it to the Eisteddfod. I really enjoyed it. Jodie Davis Adjudicator

Andria and Darren celebrating after an amazing performance


Multicap Tasmania recently opened a new Community Access facility at 31 Tamar Street in Launceston. This centre replaced the previous hub at 1 Blaydon Street in Kings Meadows. His Worship The Mayor of Launceston Albert van Zetten launched the new facility at an event on Wednesday, 31 July 2019.

The guest list included Multicap Tasmania Board members, staff, clients and their family supports, elected alderman within the City of Launceston, as well as a number of key stakeholders in the disability sector, including the NDIS and Baptcare – the Local Area Coordination partner of the NDIS.

Multicap Tasmania is making a serious commitment to Launceston. In addition to providing a fresh and engaging space for clients and staff, the Community Access facility in Tamar Street is the base for key new roles in the organisation. Greg Boon joined Multicap Tasmania in May as Executive Manager, People Culture and Capability and will be shortly joined by a Launceston Regional Manager and administration staff in the space. These roles have been created to significantly increase the quality support provided to staff and clients in the region.

The official launch of Tamar Street

Councilor Andrea Dawkins, City of Launceston and Mayor Albert van Zetten, City of Launceston

Janelle and Mandi


Since the late 1980s Multicap Tasmania has operated two group homes in the Launceston suburb of Summerhill and a small community access facility in a nearby property.

With the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme in Tasmania, Multicap Tasmania moved its day service location to 1 Blaydon Street, Kings Meadows and has operated from that site for the last few years. With continued growth in the Launceston area, Multicap Tasmania has outgrown the previous property in Kings Meadows.

In early 2018 the search commenced for a new site that would enable Multicap Tasmania to service their existing and future client base in the Launceston area. After an exhaustive search, Multicap Tasmania settled on the property at 31 Tamar Street. The site has previously been used as a motorcycle dealership. This new site of 320m2 has been transformed through works that provide support services and social activities for persons with disabilities.

The project was managed by 6tyo on behalf of Multicap Tasmania. 6tyo managed the architectural drawing, development application and engagement and management of the builders.

RMB Construction was appointed as the builder, undertaking tasks and managing sub contractors during the building process.

The project was completed in May 2019 and Multicap Tasmania have been using the site since that date.

Multicap Tasmania is dedicated to providing high quality care and support to clients with disability, allowing them to live the life they wish, maximizing their full potential and enhancing their quality of life. The new hub and key roles based in the space further drive this dedication within the Launceston region.

Luke and his mother Cindy watching a slideshow at the Tamar Street official opening

Coby, Andrew and Brett


Alycia visiting the Emily Crescent properties ahead of the residents moving in

Jason watering the crops in our horticulture program

Matron Margaret Jones reuniting with Debbie Hewitt at the Panorama celebration

Preparing the beautiful lunch at Panorama

Multicap Tasmania celebrated the end of an era in June.

With the residents preparing to move into their new homes, we took the opportunity to celebrate with a buffet lunch at the property.

Guests were invited from across Panorama’s history, reminiscing and enjoying the company of old colleagues, clients and key community figures.

Celebrating Panorama’s history


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We are introducing three exciting programs in Burnie designed to be fun and develop skills.

There is so much to look forward to as we build up these programs and see all that you can achieve. Whether it be cooking, working on small engines or creating new from old furniture, there is so much to learn and create. Catering When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Where: 186 West Mooreville Road, Burnie Learn skills to create and cook morning teas for businesses. Platters, slices, sauces, healthy options with a paddock to plate intention, hosting larger meals for small groups. Develop skills that may lead to seeking employment, volunteering opportunities or just enhance your skills in an operational kitchen. Small Engines When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Where: 186 West Mooreville Road, Burnie The Small Engines program is designed to teach skills, develop understanding of tool usage and Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S). Build a go-cart kit, test drive the go-cart, work on small engines and develop knowledge of how a workshop works. Develop skills that may lead to seeking employment or volunteering options.

Furniture Flair When: Tuesdays and Thursdays Where: 186 West Mooreville Road, Burnie A new program dedicated to learning skills including tool usage and Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S). Restore and upcycle furniture as you take the opportunity to be creative.

Join in If you are interested in registering for these programs, please contact Jodie. Jodie Wilton Client Services Coordinator 0488 012 498 [email protected]

New Lifestyle, Leisure and Learning programs


Learn and develop skills while producing great things

Melissa Neasey explaining the plans for the go-kart testing track


Seed raising and succulent pots at Tamar Street

Life Without Barriers & ACD Tas are currently looking for children and young people with disability, (between six and eighteen years old) to participate in an online survey which will help shape the My World App.

There are 15 questions (a range of multiple choices, written answers and inserting files or images).

Nicole and Aimee dancing along to the music during a Wednesday music program at Tamar Street

The music program in full swing


Ebonie practicing with The Dingos

Natascha Tjendana

We welcome Natascha Tjendana. Natasha has joined Multicap Tasmania as our Executive Manager Business and Finance.

Welcome

David and Wally at Wynyard


Emma and Andria are singers with The Dingos

Andria celebrating a milestone birthday at Miranbeena

Darren playing bass in The Dingos

Bianca sitting in on The Dingos practice

Shannon leading The Dingos music practice at Miranbeena


Emily at the launch of the ‘Colour My World’ art exhibition

The Easy P’s Learner Driver Mentor program helps students of Devonport, and their families obtain their provisional driver’s license, where they would otherwise have no access to a suitable vehicle or supervisory driver. Eligible participants are matched with a suitable licensed volunteer Mentor driver, who helps them gain valuable driving experience in a range of different driving conditions, and their 50 hours of supervised driving time that is required to advance from a learner to a provisional license.

As a mentor you’re having a significant impact on someone’s future by helping them get their license. By simply gaining a license, a young persons life circumstances can be positively changed, opening up life options and employability prospects so necessary for good self-esteem in this community.

What is the time Commitment? Mentors are required to commit to a minimum of 60 minutes per week. However Mentors are free to do more if they wish.

Contact Adam if you are interested.

Adam Lyall Program Support Chaplain Easy P’s Program – Learner Driver Mentoring Support 0400 693 373 [email protected]

Tracey dressing up

Easy P’s seeking volunteers in Devonport

David working on vehicle maintenance


More than a choir!

You’ll have plenty to sing about when you join the Community Voices project.

Community Voices combines the joy of music with the opportunity to get the extra support you need.The goal of the project is to provide you with a range of support options that will improve your wellbeing and connect you with your community, as well as help you get a job.

Who is eligible?If you are unemployed, living in the Mersey Valley area and are:

• aged between 16-21 years, or• over 50, or• a migrant or refugee, or• young parent, or carer

Choir attendance is classified as an Approved Activity.For more information on how the Community Voices Project can help you improve your jobseeker skills, provide self development and link you to training opportunities contact:

[email protected] or call Karina on 0488 281 240

[email protected] or call Allana on 0439 107 006

Community Voices is Supported by the Try, Test and Learn Fund – an initiative of the Australian Government Department of Social Services

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The hub in Wynyard has been renovated. With a few more touches to be made to the space it’s looking more open and fresh. The kitchen and dining areas have been opened up from smaller rooms and the ceiling in the activity room has been redone.

Everyone including Wally the budgie is enjoying the changes.

Some of the renovated spaces at Wynyard

Wynyard has had a renovation

Tammie-Anne in the newly renovated kitchen at Wynyard


Tammie-Anne showing the progress she has made with her mosaic art piece

Ken and part of his collection of figurines in his room in Emily Crescent

One of the massage baths at Emily Crescent


Multicap Tasmania Board President Paul Smith presenting Sandra with her Life Membership certificate

Sandra French AM and Sam Searle, previous Chief Financial Officer of Multicap Tasmania

Sandra French AM has been presented with Life Membership to Multicap Tasmania – the highest honor the organisation can give to anyone. She was honored as Multicap Tasmania’s fourth Life Member at a Panorama event on 25 June.

Sandra spent over twenty years on the Multicap Tasmania Board with thirteen years as President.

Her empathy towards our clients and their carers has underpinned her enduring commitment to Multicap Tasmania.

Perhaps her strongest legacy has been ensuring that Multicap Tasmania entered the NDIS world with strong cash reserves. This allowed Multicap Tasmania to transition from block funding in advance to fee for service relatively painlessly.

Sandra provided a strong base for our subsequent growth and redevelopment of our housing portfolio for our clients. Something we are very proud of.

Congratulations Sandra.

Life membership to Sandra French AM

“I wish Multicap Tasmania clients and the parents all the very best for the future. And you’re in really safe hands, because you have got a Board that is very visionary and very sensible in what they’re wanting to achieve.”Sandra French AM Multicap Tasmania Life Member


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Email Meg with any content or feedback: [email protected]

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