BERYL has consistently volunteered to represent the community on the OC in a very professional way. This is not just in name only. She makes sure that all suggestions are followed up, she is present at most events helping in some capacity, she seeks out and encourages others to be involved in whatever way they can. Her personal knowledge of so many residents and their needs is amazing and if she is asked to follow up on anything you know it will be attended to.
Beryl uses her many skills and her wider Geelong connections to keep improving the community and neighbourhood.
The visiting of those in need and her work behind the scenes, which she does quietly and without fanfare, is commendable. 

Beryl is always willing to listen to suggestions and will take them to the OC regardless of what she thinks personally about them. Many things have been implemented because she liases closely with Jodie so communication between the people and Quantum works extremely well.

She was a great help in setting up our craft and chat group which is very successful.
Several consequences of this group are:

1. A place for some former isolated individuals to meet others and find a new purpose in life.

2 From this group many have been given the confidence to expand into other activities the club offers.

3. If any of the group are having difficulties, they now have a support system within the community.

4. Given some members a sense of purpose in reaching out to and contributing to the wider community through our Trauma Teddy project.

Beryl is such an asset to our community and deserves to be our champion!

LAUREN and her partner Lucy have always been supportive to the neighbours.

They offer to help with mowing our lawn when we are away or unwell or when I had my baby. If there’s anything wrong happening around the neighbourhood, I have seen them speak up for the safety of neighbours.

Lauren is an amazing neighbour, who gives back to the community and offers to help people in different ways!

DENISE is always doing something in the community or for someone in the community. She fosters and encourages strong community relations, and is always putting herself out for others.

She is one of the main participants in the Craft and Chat group knitting trauma teddies, she participates in all different kinds of community activities, attends community events, arranges meetings at our local park for the street so we can all get to know each other better.

She is a very special person and a great neighbour!

HYUN volunteers her time to help members of the community!  

She embraces all new members to our chair yoga class, welcoming them to our group.  Hyun also attends class early with Kenny to help with setting up the room. She also bakes for all that attend the culture weekly chat at the Club and also doesnt hesitate to cook up meals for people who need a bit of help!

 

LYN created our bi annual Xmas in July and November to encourage community spirit. We are invited twice a year to Mount Duneed Estate to enjoy superb lunches with fellow members of nearly 40 residents from the Chair Yoga group (prior Quigong members).

Lyn's creativity and initiation in these activities are appreciated by all of us.

Lyn fosters a sense of belonging, togetherness, and an abundance of Christmas spirit!  Nothing is ever too much trouble for Lyn and we love her 'go with the flow' and 'can do' attitude!

Thank you Lyn!

KENNETH consistently volunteers his time to help residents and members of the Club!

He always attends our Chair Yoga class early and sets the room up, helps the instructors with equipment and keeps track of everyone attending.

He also helps members of the community by delivering fresh food to neighbours or friends who may be struggling with things.

He is also often seen encouraging new members to join in on activities at the Club!

MAX is a much loved resident!

Every Christmas Max organises an Arcadia Drv street party. He also organised a wonderful Anzac memorial for our street during covid.

Kids always remember Max as the 'Mayor' of Arcadia (always looking out for them) and the champion of street parties!  He is also an avid representative for neighbourhood watch - looking out for all!

Max is the best thing for the community in these times for the local kids!  Everyone loves him and seeing him around walking his dog makes a grey day blue!!

RAVEENA serves as a mentor and role model. 

Along with her husband, she created the philosophy chat group over a year ago at the Club and it is still going strong. We learn about all aspects of life from Socrates to our modern way of thinking. 

She encourages us to choose differnt topics and we discuss them in turn. This group is such a reflection of life and we always come away feeling fulfilled and like we have accomplished something! We are then able spread this positive energy to others and make our club life mentally strong on top of other many aspects of physical club offerings.  

Raveena is an amazingly passionate person whom I consider a mentor from her life time of learning and travelling and living in four corners of the world.

She is so giving of her knowledge and willingness to share her learnings with us.

Many are mighty proud of her and feel privileged to know her!   

SATISH serves as a mentor and role model. 

Along with his wife, he created the philosophy chat group over a year ago at the Club and it is still going strong. We learn about all aspects of life from Socrates to our modern way of thinking. 

He encourages us to choose differnt topics and we discuss them in turn.This group is such a reflection of life and we always come away feeling fulfilled and like we have accomplished something! We are then able spread this positive energy to others and make our club life mentally strong on top of other many aspects of physical club offerings.  

Satish is an amazingly passionate person whom I consider a mentor from his life time of learning and travelling and living in four corners of the world.

He is so giving of his knowledge and willingness to share his learnings with us.

Many are mighty proud of him and his wife and feel privileged to know them!   

KERRI is the queen of Halloween and also one of the friendliest neighbours!!

Every year an amazing effort is put in to decorate their house for Halloween, which is then enjoyed by thousands of residents whom come and check it out!

The sense of community is so much appreciated by so many and the fun and loving experience by all those who enjoy the display is very much appreciated!

Thank you Kerri!

AILEEN is affectionately known as 'the loving Grandma' to all the local children!

Along with her husband Max, she loves to organise a good street party!  She is also an avid and devoted resident for all that neighbourhood watch stands for - always looking out for everyone in her street and community!

As well as looking after her own grandchildren, Aileen loves giving her time and energy teaching local kids how to play the piano - a gift that many in the community appreciate and enjoy!

 

CARMEL is one of the most selfless people you will ever meet!

She has a real passion for helping those in need - often involved in cooking breakfast for those less fortunate and regularly volunteers her time to assist the homeless in our community!

Carmel has selflessly done this for years and is appreciated so much!