Newsletter November 2014 Issue – 90
MELBOURNE CUP THEME
We ran our own Pets For Therapy Cup race with the dogs dressed in silks and toting little jockeys to the delight of the audience (racegoers) showing off their smart hats. This year a new entrant Jackaroo (Labradoodle) stole the show looking very dapper. Bruce (9 year old Shih Tzu) was a little slow out of the barrier cheered on by Tony destined to lose his wager on Bruce, Kobi and Misty did well over the hurdles leaving Lucy at the barrier while Tigger finished well and Cooper was distracted by lunch smells …. There was much fun, laughter and cheers for the favourites.
MEET AND GREET
At Tri-Care Labrador the residents welcome us with open arms as they get a chance for a one on one visit chatting to our friendly volunteers and getting to pat and cuddle the dogs going from room to room enables all to enjoy our visit. Jennie was thrilled to see Jackaroo ( all the way from the United States , he has spent some time in quarantine ) enjoying his very first visit with the PFT team , the staff seem as excited to see us as the residents and join along when they can and a fun morning was had by all who attended.
GOLD COAST COMMUNITY EXPO & FORUM 2014
The Hon Steven Ciobo MP a long-time supporter of Pets For Therapy invited us along to Jupiters Hotel & Casino to host a community table at the event and bring along our Pets. Steven once again hosted the annual event as he believes seniors make a tremendous contribution to the community and our city and this event keeps them informed about matters and issues available to them especially the local services to the community. The Speaker of the House, the Hon Bronwyn Bishop MP was a special guest speaker and officially opened the Expo & Forum. Steven remarked that he appreciated the outstanding work we do and have done for 25 years as a voluntary service. Baron (Swiss Shepherd) Caesar (Standard Poodle) and Misty (Miniature Poodle) spent a very busy day meeting and greeting and having photos taken. Many thanks to Paula, Marguerite, Ruth, Joanne, Yvonne for setting up the stand it looked great. Representatives from Centrelink and the Department of Health & Aging were on hand to answer questions.
THIS MONTH”S VISITS
Tri-Care Labrador
Jupiters Hotel & Casino
Sandbrook Aged Care
Arcare – Hope Island
Anglicare Day Respite Robina
The Lodge Domain
Tallai Glades Aged Care
Parkwood Gardens Arundel
Southport Nursing Centre
FSG Disabilities Parkwood
De Paul Villa
A SPECIAL VISITOR
Three year old Amy was a special guest at Southport Nursing Centre, she came along with her aunt Jennie to visit with us as she had heard all about PFT and wondered if she might show the residents her tricks she has learned with Jackaroo (a large boy) all went without a hitch and she was applauded loudly for her efforts. Amy has type 1 diabetes and has learned to handle it well, what a pleasure to have her along, well done Amy we look forward to having you along again dressed in Christmas theme you were a delight.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
I would like to thank our Sponsors and welcome new Sponsors, the names of which are on the Pets for Therapy website: www.gallerygiselle.com/pettherapy.htm
To Dieter, our Webmaster – our most grateful thanks.
Cheers from Yvonne (Coordinator) and Misty (the wonder dog)