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Happy Chinese New Year - Kung Hei Fat Choi
We have hopped into the Chinese New Year eagerly waiting for what the Year of the Rabbit has in store for us! If you were born in 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987 or 1999 you are a Rabbit according to the Chinese zodiac. You are friendly, outgoing and prefer the company of others. You prefer to avoid conflict, possess creativity, compassion, and sensitivity. Read more here.
Every Australian Counts
There are many organisations campaigning for a better future for all Australians. “Every Australian Counts” is a campaign for the introduction of a National Disability Insurance Scheme. The NDIS aims to revolutionise the way people with a disability, their families and carers are supported in this country. You can read more here. DIAL-AN-ANGEL has always been an advocate for choice and strong believer that everyone should be given a voice in the community regardless of age, race or gender. Don’t forget that in times of crises, DIAL-AN-ANGEL is here to help with your disability and aged care needs. We’re just a phone call away!!
Want to be more organised?
These days it is easy to be organised with the wide range of smart phones and PDA's available on the market. The hard part is choosing the right technology for you. To make it easier, visit PC World’s ‘Buying Guide’ to PDA's here. If you are looking for more personal assistance, why not try DIAL-AN-ANGEL’s concierge service to do the things PDA's can’t? To have someone organise and collect your laundry, stand in line for you or organise your next function, contact us now! To read more about our concierge services, click here.
Give light the flick - Earth Hour, March 26th
Earth Hour is a call to action to every individual, every business and every community to help protect our planet. A simple flick of the switch on Saturday 26th March, in over 4000 cities in over 128 countries, will result in a collective display of commitment to reducing our environmental footprint. Earth Hour has grown into the world’s largest community driven campaign for the planet. Will you flick the switch? Visit Earth Hour to find out more
Relay for life – Cancer Council
Spend a weekend with family and friends while supporting and raising funds for the Cancer Council! Relay for Life is an overnight, community event where teams of 10-15 participate in a relay-style walk or run to raise funds for the Cancer Council. So why not create a team or join an existing one and have a fun filled weekend raising much needed funds! Find out more here
New Glossy e-mag for business mums
The number one network for business mums in Australia, Mumpreneurs, have launched their new e-magazine full of industry news, expert articles, mentoring, networking opportunities, discount offers and a whole lot more! Check out the very first issue here.
Delightful Destinations - Ocean Grove, Victoria
If you are considering taking a break where you can achieve the perfect mix of excitement and relaxation, look no further than Victoria’s Ocean Grove. This seaside town situated along the Bellarine Peninsula offers visitors thrills, surfing, and plenty of natural beauty. Read more here from TakeABreak.
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March 2011
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Welcome
We are very excited to reach our 44th successful year in business on the 15th March 2011. As a private, family owned and operated Australian business we are so proud of this achievement. You can read more here about the amazing story of Dena Blackman, who started DIAL-AN-ANGEL in 1967, at a time when women were encouraged to resign from the workforce once they married. Fortunately, Dena had the foresight to fight the system and secure a $200 bank loan to start the company!
We have fought the Government for more than 30 years to consider bringing in some sort of a rebate or tax deductibility options for our clients who pay for their own care in the home, whether it is childcare, eldercare, disability care, nursing care or palliative care. Currently there are no rebates available for people who pay for their own care out of their own after-tax dollars.
With an aging population, there will not be enough Aged Care places to care for seniors. There is already a shortage of childcare places in long day care, family daycare and childcare centres. DIAL-AN-ANGEL is not Government Funded and therefore is unable to reduce the costs for such care in the home.
Our clients want the choice of having a professional child carer look after their children one-on-one rather than placing them in a centre. The same with aged, disability and nursing care.
To mark our 44th year and the Centenary of International Women’s Day we have formed an alliance to take this very important topic to State and Federal Government Ministers. I encourage everyone to visit the website www.makecarefair.com.au to sign the petition and then please forward the link to friends and family.
We will keep you updated on this very important initiative through our website, Facebook, Twitter and our newsletters.
We would love to hear from anyone who is able to support us in this quest for rebates for in-home care. Please email us at feedback@dialanangel.com to voice your support and opinions.
Until next time,
Danielle Robertson
CEO
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