Maurice Blackburn [1 July 2008]

At Maurice Blackburn we believe that by establishing effective community partnerships and participating in meaningful proactive projects that utlise the skills and passion of our people, it is a great way to demonstrate our firm's community spirit and how living our values can make a sustainable difference to people who are disadvantaged.

In support of MB social policy in assisting a charitable organisation, staff in Sydney have made themselves available to offer 'hands on' assistance to YPINH to help expand their capacity, effectiveness and awareness of the ciritcal issues facing young people living in retirement homes.

Link: www.mauriceblackburn.com.au 

Elite Communications [7 June 2007]

Established by Elizabeth Massey, Deidre Kennedy, Joanna Hansen and Lauren Murray, event management company Elite Communications donated the proceeds of a film night to YPINH.  Held at the Como Cinemas South Yarra, over 200 patrons enjoyed sandwiches and champagne before watching a screening of award winning film, Paris Je T’Aime.

COAG initiative service providers [16 May 2007]

Villa Maria successfully tendered to develop a 10 bed home for young people with complex medical needs who are presently living in nursing homes as part of the COAG my future my choice initiative in Victoria. The draft design for the new purpose-built facility sees two five bedroom houses connected to a communal kitchen and lounge area with each room having private access.  The proposed model of care allows for people to have regular time outside of their home through the design and funding of individualised support packages. Social needs will be met through utilising existing networks and partnerships and each person will continue to be actively involved with their own social network and friends.

Villa Maria sees this new service as "…a home. A place where ten people can live their lives to their full potential, plus are cared for in a holistic manner by family, friends and a strong professional network of people. These people will have the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to meet each individual’s needs, wants and aspirations, thereby providing an enriching environment both within the home and community."

Link: www.villamaria.com.au  

Organisations raising money to support YPINH

The Anti Football League is raising money to help furnish a purpose built supported accommodation setting in the community that will enable 10 young people to move out of residential aged care in Victoria.  The AFL supports Villa Maria and the initiatives of the YPINH National Alliance.

Link:  www.antifootballleague.org