Twenty three members and three guests joined us for a delightful continental breakfast last week to hear from Olivia and Daniel from the Foyer Oxford. Together they provided and insightful overview of the operations and programs of the Foyer Oxford and the support it provides to youth ages 16 - 25.
This venue provides a stable place to live for up to 96 youth who are looking for security and stability in their life as they get motivated to work or study. Case managers regularly meet with the youth and support them with their progress. Individuals are selected following an application process, and interview and background checks and if founds suitable are offered the opportunity to stay for up to two years. They are required to contribute to rent, social activities and demonstrate they are progressing on their journey of achieving their goals.
As coordinated by Mally Rall WPRC supported Foyer Oxford project in 2020 and evidenced by the many questions asked by our Club Members it was very clear we very much look forward to how we can continue to the grow the relationships and support we offer this deserving organisation in 2021 and beyond.
Fines:
Late Tax - Arthur Blaquiere
Anniversaries and birthdays - Angus Buchanan, Hayley Lethlean, Geoff Simpson, John Tick, Mally Rall, Tony Delich
All past presidents of the Club
Any arrivals
Ian Hutton for his interest in tennis
Announcements:
The Full Conference Program is now up online - please book your spots
Please send through snippets and any interesting reads through to Hayley for inclusion in the bulletin.
President Stephen Lee doing well post op and due back in early February
Guest speakers Olivia Knowles and Daniel Langlands from the Foyer Oxford Housing Complex with President Elect Hayley Lethean
MERC Dec 2020 Update
Please click on the link below to read the latest news from the MERC committee and to see what they have been up to. They certainly stay busy and keep the donations coming!
Chairs shrink wrapped and packed and ready to be transported
Father Sam, Dennis Phillips and Tina Arthur
As very well put by Gede Bingin, the Executive Manager of the JFF in Bali, 2020 has been a very unique year for all around the globe. It has meant change and adaptation by most of us.
Click on the image above to read the latest news from the John Fawcett Foundation and how they adapted to the challenges of 2020!
Breakfast Meeting Thursday 28 January 2021
Join us for breakfast tomorrow morning and hear from Bruce Simcock about the medical effects of stroke and asphasia. This should be an extremely interesting topic so be sure not to miss out.
A reminder to everyone to please pay for their breakfast in advance.
Payment of $22 as usual to nominated bank account and please reference your surname as payment.
