Aurora Disability Services in Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Aurora Disability Services

Locality: Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia

Phone: +61 3 6273 0916

Address: 15 Mill Lane 7010 Glenorchy, TAS, Australia

Website: https://www.auroradisability.org.au/

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25.01.2022 How is your winter wonderland today? These beautiful shots are from staffer Maree who lives at Maydena - and what a beautiful drive to work! Unfortunately the snow on her car had melted by the time she arrived at Mill Lane, so no snowmen for us to build this morning.... please share your snow photos with us if you had the pleasure of a snowy morning? :) Stay warm everyone :)

25.01.2022 Learning Centre Presentation Day is this Friday 7th August, where students and their Tutors present recent work. Here is Viirginia, who has been researching calligraphy, and today practiced the art of writing with a Quill - a peacock feather in fact :) students cant wait to show you their amazing efforts.... this Friday, with morning tea from 9.30 a.m. All welcome!

24.01.2022 A farmer with his wife and child off to chapel, a spotted quoll, a couple of dubious pick pockets, a little bird watches from the window ledge, our chicken now has a rooster friend, a forest is beginning, and the little girl has flowers in her basket - so many gorgeous characters added to our amazing mural :) Jodie Gaul Art

24.01.2022 "NAIDOC Week - Always was, always will be"... In acknowledging our country's Aboriginal history and culture, Trainees today enjoyed an afternoon of creating Aboriginal Dot Art. Trainees researched designs and colours, and carefully created some truly beautiful work. Happy weekend everyone!

24.01.2022 AJ is so proud! and today he couldn't wait to show us his finished longstitch work - so many hours of careful needlework beautifully framed to take home - its fantastic AJ!

24.01.2022 Happy National Volunteers Week! This is just a small snapshot of our amazing Aurora Volunteer Team. It is our privilege to celebrate such wonderfully committed people who so tirelessly dedicate themselves to the care and support of people with disabilities at Aurora - they are the foundation of our being, and it is our absolute honour to acknowledge all you do. Thank you, sincerely xxx

24.01.2022 How fantastic, another beautiful day! Yesterday a group rugged up for a lovely stroll around the Royal Botanical Gardens - here are some great happy snaps - enjoy! :)

24.01.2022 Another wonderful update for everyone to enjoy :) Isn't this absolutely beautiful! Jodie Gaul Art

23.01.2022 What a brilliant day! There were games, and dancing, and a talent concert, and singing, and joking, and pizza! As we all came together on our last day of what has been a very different Term, we acknowledged the many challenges we had all faced over these past few months, but more importantly we congratulated everyone for the wonderful way all had embraced the many changes at Aurora to make sure we are all safe. Thank you to our fantastic Aurora family for your support of each other during these difficult times. We are looking forward to seeing everyone back again for Term 3 on Monday 20th July :) Happy term break everyone :)

23.01.2022 Heres some amazing photos from Kelvin Ball of our beautiful Old Chapel Tea Rooms looking mysteriously eerie in the early hours this morning..... wonderful, Kelvin - thank you :) Kelvin Ball :)

22.01.2022 Just look at David! Looking absolutely wonderful for his first day as a crew member at The Car Yard Cafe. David kept very busy serving cappuccinos and making delicious salad rolls. Congratulations David - we look forward to seeing very soon!

22.01.2022 A mystery! In the mail today arrived this beautifully written card ..... "To Aurora Disability Services staff and clients. Thank you for having me in your organisation this year!!! Lots of love from a very happy worker xxxx" To whoever sent this special card, thank YOU so much for your lovely thoughtfulness :)

22.01.2022 Another very proud man, congratulations Josh on completing your beautiful longstitch! Hours and hours of careful stitching to create this masterpiece - well done Josh, fantastic!

22.01.2022 Another little update - looking wonderful! Jodie Gaul Art

21.01.2022 Meet beautiful Sia, whose dedication and commitment was celebrated today to acknowledge 10 wonderful years of working at Aurora. Sia is exceptional in every sense of the word, and we are so very thankful for the warmth, support and care she so consistently provides to our clients, her colleagues, and to the Aurora family. Thank you Sia, sincerely, for all you do.

21.01.2022 What an amazing Jazz and Devonshire Tea morning we had on Wattle Day! Thank you so much to Anita and her son David who made the morning absolutely wonderful! Weve had so many positive comments - beautiful morning, awesome music, and thoroughly enjoyed by all. Hope everyone has had a brilliant week happy weekend everyone

21.01.2022 Remembrance Day ... at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, we remembered the end of World War 1. The Flanders Poppy - red representing the blood of those who lost their lives, black representing the mourning for those who did not return home, green for grass and crops growing in future prosperity after the war... we are so fortunate to celebrate the wonderful freedoms we enjoy today due to those many sacrifices. Today we also celebrated Presentation Day, where students and their tutors provide an insight into their research and learning over the past year. The presentations were brilliant, so much work and detail, and fantastic entertainment. Congratulations everyone for such outstanding achievements in your work.

21.01.2022 Such a beautiful day for some amazing Jodie inspiration! Jodie Gaul Art

20.01.2022 All these beautiful little characters, each with their own story - and what stories could they tell? Jodie Gaul Art

19.01.2022 Hello everyone we hope you are safe and well Due to the effects of COVID-19 over these past few months, we have all needed to face many challenges. Slowly the government restrictions are being lifted, and so we have made very careful considerations about starting our programs and activities again. At this point in time, we are very pleased to let you know that Aurora Community Access / Day Support ... will reopen at Mill Lane from Monday 1st June 2020 Our Aurora COVID-19 Roadmap to Recovery details a timeline for when all Aurora programs and activities will start again. We have carefully thought about our responsibilities to everyone in making these decisions. It is also important that when re-opening we have a slow and carefully planned transition back to some sort of normality, and continue to have processes in place to make sure that everyone is safe. This will mean that for everyone, there will be new rules as our programs and activities slowly start again over these coming months this is because it is so important to ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone. A very sincere thank you for your patience and understanding during these troubling times there is much to be proud about in how our Aurora family have supported each other and responded so well to the difficulties we have all needed to face over these past few months well done everyone, and please continue to stay safe! Yours sincerely Joy M Cairns OAM - Managing Director of Services Diane Jordan - PresidentTAPDATA Angelique Payne - Executive Officer

19.01.2022 Just look at these proud smiles! This is a very exciting time for our trainees, when over the next couple of weeks, we will be witnessing some wonderful transitions - from hospitality training at Mill Lane, to crew members of The Old Chapel and Car Yard Cafe. Natalie joined the Tea Rooms yesterday, and Layla joined the Cafe today. Congratulations on you fantastic achievements, ladies!

17.01.2022 Come and enjoy a wonderful morning with Anita van Riet and David Elliston. From Jazz through to bush ballads, Anita and David can wow their audience with smooth vocals and toe tapping piano, accordion and guitar playing! Limited seating book now on 62730916! Tuesday 1st December, at The Old Chapel Tea Rooms, 10.00 a.m. to 12 noon, $10 per person.

17.01.2022 "And that, my friends, is a wrap!", said Jodie today - feeling both exhausted and exhilarated! But how do you thank someone who has dedicated many hours to give such a perfect gift? We are very much indebted to Jodie, whose amazing talent has allowed our Old Chapel Tea Rooms of such historical significance to truly shine. Everyone at Aurora is so very grateful for this absolute masterpiece that so wonderfully captures our 1830s era. We are so fortunate to share this enjoyment with all in our community - it is brilliant! Xx Jodie Gaul Art

17.01.2022 Just a reminder that we are still not allowed to hold the Aurora Dance. This is because of COVID-19 restrictions where the Government has banned dancing at all Tasmanian venues. As well, there are still limits in place for the number of people allowed in the dance hall, and social distancing would be very difficult to monitor. We know many of you are very disappointed, but together we need to make sure we all stay safe

16.01.2022 What a wonderful week! So many happy people, its fantastic that we are all starting to enjoy some normality again :) Here are a few snaps of those who enjoyed our new Quilling program - gorgeous creations, ladies :) stay dry everyone! and have a happy weekend!

16.01.2022 This must be the week for proud longstitch creations! Here is Rebecca, who loved working on these beautiful fushias... and gorgeous colours, especially the range of your favourite pinks! Well done Bec, this will look great on your wall :)

16.01.2022 What a fantastic example of social distancing we have here - "Nailed it!", says Joshs dad Kelvin, and what a brilliant photo as well (can anyone guess where this is??). Thanks for sharing Josh :) Happy Weekend everyone - and remember to stay safe :)

16.01.2022 Presentation Day 7th July 2020 Our first Presentation Day was a little later than usual this year, but a fantastic showcase of amazing work was once again presented by our students and their tutors. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the research that had been undertaken on such a variety of interesting topics. Well done to everyone for such excellent presentations!

15.01.2022 Such a wonderful Spring day to be out in the sunshine, adding some touches to out Courtyard garden :) The 4 Seasons wall is coming along very nicely and we even added a little potted colour to brighten our day :) looks fantastic, everyone!

15.01.2022 And look who has sent in some more wonderful photos to share with us! Hello to Cherie, who was very busy last week enjoying her birthday (Happy Birthday to you!) - and what a fantastic birthday cake - looks like some delicious chocolate there! Also very busy practising tenpin bowling we see (great score!). Mum said Cherie played for everyone at home in this game - the rest of the family were sulking because they can never win against Cherie :) Lovely to hear what youve been doing, Cherie, and thanks so much for sharing :)

15.01.2022 From Joy and all your wonderful staff at Aurora, we send you a special message Sometimes life has a tendency to take away our smiles but Aurora has a tendency to keep you smiling ! Keep safe, stay well - we are thinking of you all ! xxxx

11.01.2022 DEVONSHIRE TEA AND JAZZ ! THIS Tuesday 1st September 10.15 a.m. to 12 noon Old Chapel Tea Rooms $10 for fantastic entertainment and beautiful scones! Bookings - phone 62730916

11.01.2022 Congratulations Ross! Ross commenced as a Trainee in February, and today Managing Director Joy Cairns was able to present Ross with his first Share of Takings payment, in recognition of his contribution to Aurora :) We are so pleased to have you part of our Aurora family, Ross :) Also a few happy snaps from today to enjoy:)

11.01.2022 This week we tried our hand at creating a new craft item - face masks! Beautifully made from soft washable fabrics, lined and padded, our Trainees think their first efforts are starting.to take shape pretty well :) Bound to be a great seller - available for purchase soon!

11.01.2022 Today we received a lovely letter and photos from Ross .. Hello to all my friends at Aurora It was nice to get a card from you. I am well and have been keeping active, going for daily walks with Jenna and Alison. I have still been enjoying my gardening, watering the garden and planting seeds into a potato head. I have also done some cooking I cooked pizza and made some playdough. I have really enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles. Sometimes I like to lay on my bed and watch movies on my iPad, and Ive been listening to my favourite music and playing my guitar. I hope you are all doing well and look forward to seeing you soon. From Ross. Thanks so much for thinking of us, Ross! Happy weekend everyone

10.01.2022 Welcome Jesse! Jesse has recently joined our Day Support program :) Attending two days a week, she is particularly enjoying the Hospitality Training and was very happy this week to receive her first Share of Takings payment from Managing Director Joy Cairns - a small token that Aurora provides to trainees in recognition of their wonderful efforts. We are so pleased to have you as part of our Aurora family, Jesse :)

09.01.2022 Today we enjoyed the toe tapping pleasure of our wonderful Anita van Riet and David Elliston who performed a morning of "Festive Music with Devonshire Tea" at The Old Chapel. We were packed to the (COVID-19 restricted) rafters and everyone had a fabulous time singing along to jazz, bush ballads and Christmas carols. The Tea Rooms Crew proudly joined Anita and David for the grand finale! Yes, happy 1st December everyone - a fantastic beginning to the festive season, and we do indeed wish you a Merry Christmas :)

09.01.2022 A lovely night at Christmas Club Tea tonight, with a beautiful three course festive meal prepared by Trainees during the afternoon, and served up by a fantastic kitchen crew! There were carols and singing, and wonderfully well fed, happy people!

08.01.2022 It was with the greatest honour, that Managing Director Joy Cairns OAM presented Life Membership to Vim Craven yesterday at the Association's Annual General Meeting. Vim has been a tireless volunteer for many years, supporting students in The Aurora Learning Centre, within the general program, assisting at fund-raising events, and as Secretary of the Association. Sadly for us, Vim is moving to Wynyard in coming months, but she has promised to stay in touch and visit us often - her student Dallas was very happy to present her with beautiful flowers. Thank you Vim, for your genuine care for the welfare of our clients and families, and for your wonderful commitment and dedication to Aurora. We sincerely wish you all the best in your new adventures.

08.01.2022 Welcome to Term 4 everyone :) and what better way to get that revitalisation back than an art session at beautiful Tolosa Park this afternoon - just before the rain set in!

07.01.2022 A big congratulations to Linda, who has joined a crew at The Car Yard Cafe :) Linda had a fantastic day, and was so eager to complete her hospitality tasks - baking delicious muffins, and helping to prepare the rear yard ready for customers... Congratulations Linda - the first of many fantastic days!

06.01.2022 Everybody needs some PUPPY THERAPY time! But, we're not quite sure who had the better time today - the trainees or the staff! Thank you staffer Dagmara for bringing in four delightful bundles of fluff for us all to enjoy :)

05.01.2022 We had the most amazing music session today, with the very talented David Elliston, who performed Bush Music, and brought along a selection of his hand made bush instruments for everyone to try - washboards and thimbles, bottle caps on wood, a mandolin, and his wonderful accordion :) Trainees (and staff) thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon! Thanks so much for sharing your fantastic music, David :)

05.01.2022 Lifeline Tasmania has set up a new service for Tasmanians, specifically to deal with information, advice and support because of the coronavirus pandemic. The new line will deal with the many issues around what is called psychological distress. Being in psychological distress means that a person feels unhappy, anxious, worried, angry, sad, scared or grief-stricken. The Mental Health Council of Tasmania says that psychological distress is not a mental illness - it is a norm...al human response to a situation that is frightening, confusing or upsetting - and most people will experience some level of psychological distress during a pandemic. For many, this service is one you may never have thought to access in normal times but these are not normal times. The number is 1800 98 44 34 and will be staffed from 8.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m., seven days a week. This service also provides information on resources available to support those impacted by changes in the way we are all currently going about our daily lives - including social isolation, loss of employment, or financial challenges. We strongly encourage you to seek assistance by calling this new Lifeline Tasmania service if you feel you need someone to talk to. See more

05.01.2022 Staff Appreciation Breakfast - a highlight of the year where the Committee of Management provides a token of thanks to our amazing team. Joy has proudly offered these staff breakfasts at the Hotel Grand Chancellor for over 30 years to acknowledge the wonderful people who assist Aurora to pursue excellence and quality services for those of whom we care. 2020 has been a year like no other, and we are so very grateful to all our staff - volunteers and employees - for their genuine commitment to ensuring our resounding successes will continue. Thank you, sincerely xx

04.01.2022 We had a beautiful little visitor yesterday, with staffer Stephanie finally able to introduce us to baby Clara. We had a lovely afternoon catchup at both the tea rooms and Mill Lane, and some of us even enjoyed a cuddle :) We also think we might have a new Tea Rooms mascot! Thank you for bringing Clara to meet us Steph, she is such a gorgeous little ittle girl xxx!

04.01.2022 HOORAY!!!!! Put this date in your diaries people - the Aurora TenPin Bowling League will be recommencing on Sunday 19th July! Information and a new roster will be posted to bowlers in the next week ... Weve got a lot of bowling to catch up on, and the League will be bowling most weeks through until Christmas. Get those balls shining and clean those shoes - bowling is coming your way again very soon!

04.01.2022 Happy Spooky Halloween everyone :) Here's a few pics from some of our Halloween dances in previous years ...... trick or treat?????

04.01.2022 Meet Ross - our newest Old Chapel Tea Rooms crew member! And doesn't Ross look absolutely brilliant in his bow tie and waistcoat! Congratulations Ross, we can't wait to enjoy a lovely pot of tea, served with your beaming smile :)

03.01.2022 Following on from Presentation Day last week, we enjoyed a few more projects from some students who were absent at the time. These displays were really interesting, and so well researched - thank you so much for your excellent presentations.

03.01.2022 CLUB TEA IS BACK!! Yes - this Thursday 30th July - come along and enjoy a delicious two course meal - soup and main course, or main course and dessert, with tea or coffee (soft drinks available for purchase). And, for the first four Thursdays this Term, we are offering a special $10.00 meal deal :) We look forward to seeing the return of all our regular Club Tea diners again.

03.01.2022 We are looking for Support Workers to join our fantastic team! We are offering a couple of days a week, from 9.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. Your role will be to support our trainees in their hospitality vocational training, basic education, learning and lifeskills development, cottage craft industry and leisure activities. Requirements RWVP Card Police Check... Certificate III Disability or equivalent Email your resume, outlining details of your relevant experience to [email protected] See more

02.01.2022 Celebrating a wonderful end to the year - Happy Christmas to all our wonderful Aurora families and friends - we look forward to seeing you all in 2021. xxx Tanja van der Wal

02.01.2022 How beautiful are these chilly Autumn days, and how wonderful is it that we can again walk together along the beautiful banks of Montrose Bay :) Monday saw a group enjoy a lovely afternoon of casual strolling, stone throwing and exercising! :)

01.01.2022 Every day another little piece is created .... here is amazing Jodie creating Reverend Benjamin Carvosso. Look in the COMMENTS below to see him now :) Jodie Gaul Art

01.01.2022 Heres a few photos from our Spring blossom exploring excursion to Tolosa Park yesterday. Plenty of beautiful wattle & flowering gums, and the added bonus of finding friendly goats, a donkey and sheep with their lambs. Louise never misses an opportunity to have a swing too. What a happy day :)

01.01.2022 DEVONSHIRE TEA AND JAZZ ! We are so very fortunate to have well known Jazz Vocalist Anita van Riet and musician David Elliston performing for us again! $10.00 for a Delicious Devonshire Tea, and a wonderful morning of entertainment! Join us for the first day of Spring, known in Australia as Wattle Day! Bookings - phone 62730916

01.01.2022 Hard to believe we have just had our last Friday for the year! So many happy people at Aurora - here's a few recent pics to enjoy...

01.01.2022 Look at these fantastic pet beds! All sizes, colours, styles, beautifully made and ready for delivery to the Hobart Community Vet .... and what better excuse for some fresh air than a stop off at the park in Lenah Valley for a little exercise on the way back to Mill Lane :)

01.01.2022 And.... we are back! What a wonderful first day ... and so many smiles on the faces of very happy returning people! We all adjusted well to the new Aurora rules, with temperature checks, social distancing, new drop off and collection processes, and sanitizer galore... thank you so much everyone for helping each other and making sure we all had a really great day :) Welcome back everyone