Spreading smiles laughter and love is our Motto. We certainly started the month doing just that with 12 of our fabulous volunteers and their canine companions on stage at the Marriot Courtyard Hotel Surfers Paradise.
Cultural Exchange
As in previous years we were once again invited to present a seminar of our contribution to the Gold Coast Community to the visiting Japanese Study Tour Group through the QUT School of Nursing. They assure me that our presentation is the highlight of their visit, with much interaction and laughter with our volunteers and doggies at the conclusion and plenty of photos to take back to Japan. A wonderful exchange of cultures organized through QUT handshake.
Qld Day
Peta-Kaye Croft MP, Member for Broadwater, called for nominations for the Broadwater Electorate and asked locals to nominate those who dedicate their time and effort as volunteers in our community.
The award presentations and afternoon tea were held at the Paradise Point Community Hall on Qld Day and we were invited to attend and bring along 4 guests, Rosemary and Glen from G.C. Boarding Kennels (staunch supporters of PFT), Debbie (volunteer, Kirra’s mum) and Jan Parker (volunteer) came along for support on the day. Of course there is no show without Misty, when we were congratulated on stage and received our awards Misty shook hands with the acting Superintendant of Police which brought much laughter.
We were enthralled at the amount of selfless volunteers in our local community who give their time to enrich the lives of others, many with disabilities themselves. This is a shining example of what helps to make the Gold Coast a better society.
Our Annual Luncheon
A day which gives me a chance to say thank you to our volunteers, sponsors and many helpers behind the scenes for their dedication and assistance to keep this wonderful community endeavour afloat. The Avica Resort once again excelled, 42 sat down to lunch in a lovely room opening onto the glorious gardens with peacocks strutting about, they entertained our little one year old guest, Abyhigail no end. Delicious food, great company and atmosphere, Kathy and the catering staff never fail to join in, what more could we ask. The presentation this year of key rings and book marks with our doggies photos and logo were well received and I must thank Karen Chep at Chep Print Ashmore for her patience and hours of work to get them ready
Surfers Paradise Vet Surgery
To Bronwyn and staff our thanks once again for working overtime to fill the very generous gift bags which everyone received at the luncheon, and to your suppliers for their generosity of wonderful goodies for our canine volunteers. Your on-going support after so many years is truly appreciated.
Special Tricks Class
G.C.D.O.T. Club’s chief instructor Cyn-D kindly offered to take a class in place of our usual get-together at Overell Park on a Monday evening and what great response she had. Cyn-D has won many titles with her border collies and also successfully trains assistance dogs to help the visually impaired and disabled. She has a fresh approach to free shaping, luring, molding, targeting and prompting. We all enjoyed the class and I’m sure our dogs had an inspiring evening. Thank you Cyn-D for giving us your valuable time.
Somerville Funerals
Invited us to join them at their Nerang chapel for a cupcake afternoon tea party. We are so proud to say that Somerville Funerals sponsor Pets For Therapy and twice a year they say thank you to our volunteers, sponsors and Diversional Therapists who work so hard throughout the year, bringing joy in the facilities we visit. Jenny’s cup cakes were to die for (excuse the pun). Misty’s outfits provided by Posh Pets Marina Mirage would have been the envy of all the girl dogs and she was thrilled with her gift of (Chewnell No 5 France) soft toy from Jenny. Sue-Ella captured precious memories of pets, making beautiful pieces of jewellery in silver paw prints etc. Trevor played guitar as we watched memories of Pets For Therapy going back many years. Eukanuba and Royal Canin very kindly provided the door prizes and a fun afternoon was had by all who attended. Many thanks to Jenny and the Somerville Staff.
Visits This Month
Cypress Gardens Aged Care
Marana Gardens Nursing Home
Lions Haven
Oz Care Day Respite Burleigh Heads
Hillview House Ashmore
Hillview House Merrimac
Southport Nursing Centre
Welcome
Jane and Roxy 2 year old female golden labrador
Bente and Bernie 7 year old female shitzu
Get Well
To Betty (George’s mum) from all of us, we wish you a speedy recovery and hope to see you both back on deck real soon.
