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Term 1, April 2012Inside• New President CerebralPalsy Australia• Sibling workshops• Parenting program• Swallow study• Bullying seminarLeft to right: Michael Robinson, Felicity Sieben,Adria Robinson and Danielle Ward.BROTHERLY LOVE GIVESVOICE TO SISTERAbrother’s love for his youngersister has led to a breakthroughin how she now communicateswith the world.Year 8 student Michael Robinson’ssister Adria, aged 13, is living at homewith a degenerative neurological diseasecoupled with chronic health problems.Communication between Adria and herworld has always been difficult, butMichael has changed all that.With a deep understanding of hissister’s needs, and an emergingtechnological prowess with computers,Michael took it upon himself to makechanges to his sister’s ‘SpringboardLite’ communications device to make iteasier for her to communicate. It is apurpose-built touchscreen voice outputmachine into which picture communicationsymbols can be programmed and thena message recorded.As a Saint Ignatius College student,Michael had participated in a programcalled ‘World of Work’ under which Year8 students accompany a parent oranother significant adult throughout aworking day.“I was lucky to be able to spend timeworking on my sister’s voice machinewith Novita Speech Pathologist,Danielle Ward, and my sister’s classteacher, Felicity Sieben, from StPatrick’s Special School, as part of thatschool program,” Michael said.Programming the Springboard takesmany hours and collaboration to enterthe correct vocabulary in a logical way.“After a trial last year Adria wasprescribed the Springboard Lite,”Danielle said. “We partly used Adria’sold programming system from anearlier device she was using so thatshe would know where to find thingsand would not need to learn a newdevice from scratch.”“We updated and added to thevocabulary. It involved many, manyhours of hard work and input by allinvolved, especially Adria’s brotherMichael,” she said.In a joint effort between Michael’sschool and his sister’s school, togetherwith the help of Adria’s teacher, FelicitySieben, and Danielle, Michael cleverlyused his programming skills to improvethe voice machine’s ability to assistAdria’s communication with family,school and friends.Felicity said St Ignatius Collegesupported Michael’s involvementthrough its community service program.“He was able to use his excellentInformation Communication Technologyskills to program information into hissister’s Springboard. Michael, Danielleand I met at St. Patrick’s School to shareknowledge and to discuss what relevantinformation to input on to the device.Continued page 4.....

2Siblingworkshopscould help your familyHaving a brother or sister with adisability can be tough at times.Parenting children with adisability and managing relationshipsbetween brothers and sisters can alsobe very challenging.Novita will be conducting workshopsfor parents and siblings during the Aprilschool holidays to explore some ofthese issues facing brothers andNEW PRESIDENTCEREBRAL PALSY AUSTRALIACerebral Palsy Australia -the national peak body oforganisations working withpeople with cerebral palsy (CP) orsimilar disabilities, and their carers- has a new President: NovitaChildren’s Services Chief Executive,Glenn Rappensberg.CP is a physical disabilityaffecting movement, and is causedby an injury to the brain, usuallybefore birth. Cerebral PalsyAustralia has provided a nationalvoice for CP awareness since 1952.Mr Rappensberg said he washonoured to be elected to serve theorganisation as its new President.“I see my appointment as anopportunity to work with the nationalsisters and their parents.At the Parents’ Workshop, parentswill be able to consider the experienceof siblings and discuss in a supportiveenvironment a range of strategies thatcan help strengthen family connections.It is open to all parents/carers ofNovita clients who would like to learnmore about the needs and experiencesof siblings.body to make a contribution to theadvancement of research andsupport for a condition that,according to a 2007 AccessEconomics Report, has a higherdisability burden than being blind,deaf, having severe asthma,or diabetes,” he said.There is no pre-birth test for CP,and there is no cure. In Australia,around 600 to 700 infants are bornwith CP each year.Mr Rappensberg said that, with33,000 Australians living with CP, itwas vital that there be a nationalfocus on the promotion andadvancement of the rights, interests,welfare and social inclusion ofpeople with CP.The Siblings Workshop will helpbrothers and sisters of Novita clients toexplore what it is like to be a sibling ofa child with a disability. There will belots of fun activities and opportunitiesto get to know other children who are ina similar situation The workshop is bestsuited for children 8 -14 years of age.Both workshops will be held at anorthern and a southern venue.Thursday 19 AprilNorth (Tyndale College, 50 FernGrove Boulevard, Salisbury East)Friday 20 AprilSouth (Hamilton Secondary College,815 Marion Road, Mitchell Park)At the end of the day there will be ashared tea for all the family and staffinvolved in the programs. The workshopswill be run by Novita’s trained staff. Allof this is FREE for Novita clients andtheir families. A Family Service Coordinatorcan assist families to arrange care forNovita clients while their parent/carerattends the parent workshop.The 2011 workshops were agreat success – 21 siblings in totalattended while their parents attendedthe parent workshops. The siblings hada great time and learned valuable skills.“I got to know other siblings andlearn about what they were goingthrough” - Georgia A“It was awesome” - Michael“It was fun and I met lotsof people” – HarryTo register your interest and save aplace for your family, please callMelanie Dickson at the ParafieldGardens office on 8182 1000 beforeTuesday 10 April.

5Circle of SecurityParenting © CourseNovita’s Child and AdolescentService (CAS) would like to knowwhat you think of their services.Novita’s Coralee Sheldon, ProjectManager – CAS Review, said a formalreview is under way which includescanvassing the views of clients,parents and caregivers.“I have been busy listening to whatCAS clients, parents, caregivers andteachers think about the services theyhave received from CAS in 2011 andwhat they would like to see from CAS inthe future”, Coralee said.“I have also been talking with Novitastaff, staff from disability agenciesinterstate and looking at some of thelead services internationally”.“If others would like to have their sayabout CAS and have not yet attended adiscussion group, completed thesurvey or spoken directly with me, it isnot too late,” she said.Here’s how you can still participatein the review:Young people who are CAS clients:If you are on Facebook send the NovitaCAS Facebook a friend request todayat www.facebook.com/CAS.Novita –there’s still time to have your say – youcan send a message, send an email orpost on the wall. You can comment onwhat others have said or raise yourown issues or ideas. (Please note thatonly CAS clients’ friend requests arebeing accepted during the project –not parents, staff or others)Parents or caregiver of a CAS client:Complete a survey online atsurveys.novita.org.auClose date has been extendedto 5 April for final comments.Please contact Coralee on 8243 8213 oremail child&adolescent@novita.org.au with any queries about the review.A summary will be published in the June edition of Nexus.Powered Mobility ClinicsNovita’s Powered MobilityClinics will be the focus of aconference presentation laterthis year.The clinics are unique as theyoffer input from a special team andenable clients and families to trialthe powered wheelchairs or justcome along to give it a try.Novita’s Annabelle Tilbrook ,Senior Occupational Therapist, andJulia Dinham, Senior Physiotherapist,will present at the AustralianRehabilitation & Assistive TechnologyAssociation Conference. It is animportant event for those who workwith or use Assistive Technology.Assessment and provision ofiPods and iPads for children whohave complex communicationneeds will be the subject of acollaborative paper by SandraStewart, Senior Speech Pathologist,and Cheryl Slade, from theDomiciliary Equipment Service.These items are considered forgovernment funding where aspeech pathologist has completedan assessment and recommendsthat item for use as a complexspeech generating device.If I had my child to raise all over again,I’d build self-esteem first,and the house later.I’d finger-paint more,and point the finger less.I would do less correctingand more connecting.I’d take my eyes off my watch,and watch with my eyes.I’d take more hikes and fly more kites.I’d stop playing serious,and seriously play.I would run through more fieldsand gaze at more stars.I’d do more hugging and less tugging.~Diane LoomansThe Circle of Security ParentingProgram is an early intervention programthat helps parents enjoy their childrenthrough understanding how best to meettheir child’s needs and emotions. It isbased on 50 years of research into childdevelopment and early attachment thatshows a secure attachment between achild and his/her parents is important totheir current and future well-being.Possible benefits of this group for youas a parent/carer:• build on your practical parentingknowledge and skills• improve communication with your child• develop insight and understand yourstrengths as a parent/carer• enhance your relationship with yourchild to increase their confidence andself esteem• feel more confident and connectedwith your childThroughout the course a DVD showingreal situations and life events will beused that will encourage you in yourparenting role while giving you simple,practical ways to understand andaddress some of the issues that youmay face as a parent.It is a group program that runs foreight weeks (1.5 hours/week) and will beoffered from the beginning of May atNovita’s St Mary’s Office. To registeryour interest or to obtain furtherinformation contact Jenny Robb,8172 9231 Monday to Wednesday.

6Cara summer camp funSplashing about in a pool, goingon a jungle safari, riding a modeltrain, having manicures and facepainting, were just some of the goodtimes Cara campers enjoyed over summer.Some played lawn bowls, whileothers visited Father Christmas orwatched movies at Westfield Marion.Three Cara Camps for Kids wereheld during the summer break: onemixed and one only for boys andanother exclusively for girls.The first camp was at the WarradaleUrban Camp site where the childrenenjoyed many exciting activities.A day was spent at the Marionshopping centre enjoying thenumerous Christmas festivities and, ofcourse, a visit to Father Christmas waspart of the agenda. Back at campeveryone enjoyed the Christmasspirit, made decorations anddecorated the dining area forthe party held during camp.Early in the New Year a girls’ campwas held at the Clare Caravan Parkwhere Clare Lions Club members wereour hosts, preparing all meals andensuring we had a good time. The girlsenjoyed the swimming pool at the park,a movie session in Blythe, lawn bowlsin Clare and a visit to the Model RailwayEngineers establishment at Clare.In the third week of January theannual camp for boys with disabilitieswas held at the Oakbank Camp with allactivities centred on the Jungle Safaritheme. The boys slept in tents andenjoyed the real outdoor campingexperience with the Scouts.The Cara Camps for Kids programprovides children with disabilities anopportunity to experience achallenging and safe holiday optionthat their abled-bodied peers take forgranted. Cara provides trained carersto ensure that each child’s healthcareneeds are met. For more informationplease contact Jessie Flavel (Campsfor Kids Coordinator) on 8243 5041,or 0408036313, or jflavel@cara.org.au.Upcoming Cara campsCamp 11 - SeahavenFri 6 - Sun 8 AprilCamp 12 - Adare VHTues 10 - Fri 13 AprilCamp 13 - Arbury PkMon 16 - Thurs 19 AprilCamp 14 - Pt Lincoln (Pt Lincoln clients only)Fri 11 - Mon 14 MayCamp 15 - Douglas ScrubSat 9 - Mon 11 JuneCamp 1 - GladstoneMon 2 - Thurs 5 JulyCamp 2 - WarradaleMon 9 - Thurs 12 JulyCamp 3 - Pt VincentMon 24 - Thurs 27 SeptemberCamp 4 - Adare VHTues 2 - Fri 5 OctoberCamp 5 - Berri (Riverland Clients only)Fri 26 - Mon 29 NovemberSWALLOWSTUDYYou are invited to take part in aresearch study. A research team atthe Women’s and Children’s Hospitalhas a promising new technique to assessswallowing problems in children.The technique supplies new informationto guide diagnosis and treatment options forchildren with feeding difficulties. The resultsgive specific information about the functionof the swallow, and may determine whatrisk a child has, of food or drink goinginto the airway.This new technique, calledAIM (automated impedancemanometry), involves usinga thin tube that measures themovements of food and drink,and the movements of thethroat and food-pipe muscles,in response to the food ordrink during swallowing.If you are interested in participatingthere are two initial visits:Visit one (approx 60 mins)• At home or in the hospital• A mealtime observation witha speech therapist• Two short parent/carer questionnaires(5-10mins each)Visit two (approx 60 mins)• In the Gastroenterology Departmentat the Women’s and Children’s Hospital(Level 8, Reiger Building).• AIM study• This visit can be arranged to fit in withany other appointments at the hospitalWe will also invite you to attend a furthertwo follow-up visits in 12 months’ time.The following information will be provided

Fright nighta Bingo thrillerIt was fright night when witches,warlocks, ghouls and scary monstersplayed Novita Bingo on Friday 13 Jan.The creepy players joined a nearrecord crowd of approximately 350people for ‘Black Friday Bingo’ atNovita’s Regency Park Centre.“One of the winners really earnedher cash prize,” says Novita BingoManager, Michael Burgess. “Shespent half her working day incostume and full makeup at theAdelaide courthouse.”If you missed out last time, youhave another chance. Michael isstaging another macabre event onFriday 13 April with a ‘Pimp myBroom’ theme. You will need to‘dress up’ your household broommuch as would ‘trick up’ a motor car.Cash prizes are on offer so don’t miss it.Novita Bingo’s annual EasterParty on 31 March was a runawaysuccess again this year. Hundredsof players swelled the rooms atRegency Park. There will be moreparties at Marion Sports Club, 10.00am, 4 April and another one at theBritish Workingmen’s Club, MorganStreet, Wingfield on 5 April.More information on the Novitawebsite at www.novita.org.au/eventsto your doctor and speech therapist for thecontinued care of your child’s feeding difficulty:• Information about the pressuresgenerated during your child’s swallow• Information from a mealtime observation• Information about your child’s currentnutrition, height and weightYou are under no obligation to take part,however, if you are interested in the studyand would like more information pleasecontact us:Lara Ferris, Speech Therapist8161 6680lara.ferris@health.sa.gov.auLisa McCall, Research Nurse8161 7183lisa.mccall@health.sa.gov.auStamatiki Kritas, Research Scientist8161 6879stamatiki.kritas@health.sa.gov.auEddie getsa BetterStartBy Bek Hall, Eddie’s mother“We decided to enrol Eddiein the Novita Better StartIntensive Program,basically on the advice of our physio.My husband and I figured that itcouldn’t do any harm, so we enrolled.However, we were reluctant to enrolfor two sessions a week as Eddie has avery hectic week already, and reallycouldn’t justify having him out fourdays a week (he was 2 at the time).From the moment we walked intothe “classroom” Eddie loved theenvironment. The group was bothrelaxed and structured. Eddie enjoyedinteracting with the other children, andhaving another perspective on how toapproach his goals was really informative.Once he got used to the routine andthe other children, he settled in really7well. Eddie loves the Better StartIntensive Program (or Little Kindy as hecalls it) Eddie finds the physio to be themost challenging, but each week heimproves and whinges less and lessabout it. For us, the extra speech hasbeen a huge benefit. We have beenworking with a PODD communicationbook for the first time, and this hasmade a huge impact in how hecommunicates with us. Eddie is nowverbalising more, and his speech hasbecome more understandable.Group Therapy has also been a niceintroduction to kindy. Eddie started thisterm, and prior to Group, I was worriedabout how he would cope with a verystructured group, and working withother children that he didn’t know.Eddie is loving having the routine, andthe two terms of group we haveattended have helped us start to getmentally ready for the education system.Eddie has changed so much sincestarting ‘Little Kindy’. He is moreconfident, has better lower trunkcontrol and is now very empoweredthanks to the PODD.”Editor’s Note: The Better start Intensiveprogram is held at Regency Park Centre1-2 mornings per week. Experiencedtherapists work together to providephysiotherapy, occupational therapy andspeech pathology in an intensive groupsetting. For more information on theBetter Start Intensive Program please callour Central Intake Team on 1800 337 443.

8Novita athletes have performedabove expectations by winningsilver and gold at the 2011National Junior Championships, thefirst major meet for many of them.In the U16 girls’ events, Jemma Leewon bronze medals in the 200m anddiscus, setting a new Australian record.Amy Davies won two bronze medals inthe 100m and 200m sprints.NOVITACLIENTSwinning goldand silverZac Ivanoffwon silver inthe 100mand BraydenDavidsonwon silver inthe 400m,and a bronzein the longjump.Also in theU16 age group,Sam Paech won abronze medal in thediscus and SeanDocherty won gold in theshot put and a silver in discus.Sean set new Australian records inthe 100m, 200m, and discus events. Inthe U18 age group, Josh Seaman wonsilver medals in the 100m and 200m.Nathen Arkley, one of the world’sbest junior wheelchair racers, whohopes to represent Australia at the2012 London Paralympic Games, wonthe junior category of the Oz Day 10kmrace in Sydney. He has also won a2012 South Australian Institute ofSport scholarship.Read about Nathan’s exploits in aninterview with ABC’s ‘Behind the News’at http://www.abc.net.au/btn/story/s3370412.htmThe London Summer Paralympicsare coming in September. The OpeningCeremony for the first recognisedParalympic Games was held in Romeon 18 September 1960, with a crowd of5,000 spectators welcoming 400athletes from 23 countries to Rome.At the 2008 Beijing ParalympicGames, Australia was placed fourth onthe overall medal tally with 23 gold, 29silver and 27 bronze medals out of 147countries. Australian paralympians willbe competing in a number of sportsincluding boccia, goalball, powerliftingand wheelchair rugby.Want to know more aboutParalympic sport and sportingopportunities? Contact Cathy Lambert(SA Development Coordinator)08 8415 6802 or emailcathy.lambert@paralympic.org.auFor updated event details,news and other information visitwww.paralympic.org.auEquipment service survey outNovita clients responding to agovernment survey havereported improvements in theprovision of equipment services offeredby the Department of Communities andSocial Inclusion (DCSI).43 of the families who responded tothe survey offered to be involved in afollow-up interview. Novita hascontacted many of those families tolearn more about how we might makeimprovements.Many families reported animprovement in equipment provisionprocesses over the past 12 monthsand offered very useful suggestions.To improve communication by -• offering information to clients andfamilies in a variety of ways,including face to face, phonecontact, letters, website, brochures,fridge magnets• providing clear information regardingthe stages of equipment provisionand options for equipment funding• individualising the timing of updateson where the process is up to forany particular item.• providing updated contact details forNovita offices and services such asEquipment Service or DomiciliaryEquipment Service.• sending reminders to families torequest pick-up and return ofunwanted items.Waiting for equipment was a concernhighlighted by the survey. We arecommitted to improving the experienceof equipment provision for families andthe implementation of these suggestionswill be an important part of that. TheDCSI will conduct the survey again in2012 to evaluate any changes thathave occurred over the past two years.Assessment is importantEnsuring your child has the rightequipment for their individual needs isvitally important. That’s where Novita’stherapists come in. They conduct anassessment to determine the rightequipment to meet your child’s needs.Requests for equipment are beingresponded to and the assessments arecompleted as efficiently as possible,but the number of requests does resultin a wait for a therapist to carry out the

TWITH GRACECOMES INSPIRATIONragedy stalks some people. When itstrikes, they can be badly maimed inmind or body, or sometimes both.Former Novita client Grace Bowman(pictured) was never one of them. At age 12she was thrown from her horse, dislocatingher spine and severing her spinal cord.She was never to walk or ride again –or so she thought.With the help of loving parents and herown determination, Grace learned to rideagain. It was not easy for a while, but sheperfected a riding technique that, over time,gave her the confidence and ability tocompete. In that time she lost her mother inanother incident involving a horse, but Gracedid not falter.Now, aged 22, she is going to London tocompete in the London Paralympics. Aremarkable story lies behind Grace’s rise tointernational standing in her sport. Out ofpersonal setbacks that would have defeatedothers, Grace made life-changing choicesabout her circumstances. She ralliedtime and again in a series of inspirationaldecisions that have led her to the heightsof sporting achievement.Her full story was told in The AdvertiserSA Weekend magazine on 4 February.It is worth the read. Numbers of Novitaclients can relate to Grace’s story.Their hardships, the struggles that follow,and their courageousresponse to thatadversity each andevery day inspirestheir families, carers,friends and the Novitastaff who assist them.Grace is one ofmany, but no lessimportant for theexample to othersshe has become.9assessment. As there is no longer await for funding, once the assessmentand government funding applicationpaperwork is completed, off the shelfitems are frequently available anddelivered to clients within a few days.More complex, customised itemsare likely to take longer. There may bea wait for the base item to be deliveredand then a further wait for anappointment with the supplier of thecustomisation. The more complex theitem, the more extended this part of theprocess may be.If you have concerns regarding yourwait for equipment, we will do our bestto let you know where your request isup to in the process. We understandthat your needs may become moreurgent, so let us know of anychanges in your circumstances.The equipment is paid for viagovernment funding from theDepartment of Communities and SocialInclusion (DCIS). Purchase, supply andrepairs are done by the DomiciliaryEquipment Service (DES). Feedbackor questions regarding equipmentprovision for your child/ family orany of Novita’s services can be sentto equipment@novita.org.au or youcan phone your child’s therapist,key worker or team leader forfurther information.The Equipment Service TeamLeader is Andree Innes and shecan be contacted on 8349 2002 orandree.innes@novita.org.au

BULLYINGAT SCHOOLYou are invited to aninformation session forparents of school-aged Novitaclients and their siblings. It will berun by Novita psychologists from theChild & Adolescent Service.It is designed to help you to:• Spot signs of bullying• Talk to your child about itAs a parent, you will receiveexpert guidance in understandingthe rights of children and parents aswell as a step by step guide toaddressing your concerns.You can support your child bymanaging your feelings, fosteringresilience and improving your responsetechniques. There will be resourcesand an opportunity to discuss yourown concerns on the night.Come along on Tuesday 1 May,7.00pm to 9.00pm, at Novita Children’sServices, 177 Days Road, RegencyPark Centre Theatre. You can enjoy teaand coffee afterward, but sorry NOCHILDCARE will be available.If you would like to come, RSVPby Tuesday 17 April by calling NovitaReception on 8182 1000. Pleasenote that the session will only rundepending on registered numbers ofpeople indicating they will attend.Movie Club is backMovie Club is back in 2012!Don’t be the last in yourneighbourhood to bookyour place.Novita’s Child & Adolescent Servicehas been running these fun-filledevents since 2008 and they are lookingforward to sharing more fun and gameswith you throughout this coming year.Movie Club is a wonderful opportunityfor children (including siblings) andparents to have fun and meet newfriends in a relaxed social setting.There will be a variety of activities11including face painting, crafts, cooking,come’n’try sports and great gamesthroughout each day.Who: Clients aged 7 – 14,parents/caregivers and siblingsWhere: St Marys Office,15-31 Ayliffes Rd, St Marys 5042Time: 1.30 – 4pmDates: Thurs 19 April, Tues 3 July, Tues25 Sept and Tues 18 DecIf you would like to come along oryou just want more information, pleasecontact Karyn Randall: karyn.randall@novita.org.au or phone 8172 9209.9Buy your Entertainment Books nowBuy your Entertainment Book today from Novita. It features many of the Adelaide’sbest restaurants, cafes, accommodation, attractions and activities, with up to50% off and 2-for-1 offers. Only $65 and you’ll receive over $15,000 in valuableoffers you can use from now until 1 June, 2013. Fill in the below form and send back to Novitaor order online www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/1y61901Novita Children’s Services - Phone: 82438229 Fax: 82438238 Email: events@novita.org.auPost: Public Relations, Novita Children’s Services, PO BOX 2438, Regency Park SA 5942Name:Address:Daytime Phone:Email:Payment: Cash Cheque Visa MasterCardCard No: Expiry date: / CVV:Name on Card:Signature:Qty of Books @ $65 (GST inc) + Postage $8.00 = Total $ (cheques payable to Novita Children’s Services)$13 10 from every Book sold will benefit our fundraising, Thank you!

Diary datesPlease visit novita.org.au/events or contact theNovita Events Team on 8243 8229 for moreinformation about any of the following events.Novita Bingo‘Pimp my Broom’Friday 13 April 2012Vrrooom, Vrrooom. Start your brooms!Best bewitching broom will win you a spookyprize for Best Dressed Broom at Novita Bingo.Triple pay FREAKY FLYERDoors open 5pm6.00-6.35pm 10 game session7.30-9.30pm 30 game sessionWest Lakes Auxiliary Fashion Parade7.30pm, Wednesday 18 April 2012Palais Hotel,Semaphore.$25pp includeds supper.To book, contact Jan on 0422 434 888Stonyfell/Wattle Park Auxiliary -From Parachute to Panties1940s Fashion Parade1pm, Saturday 21 April 2012Novita Theatre, Regency Park$30pp includes afternoon tea.To book contact Di on 0417 833 228Thrill to see a drama of doubtDon’t miss your chance to see a powerfulstage drama built on doubt and the evilsof gossip.Watch as a progressive priest is put intodirect conflict with a rigid school principal whois a Catholic nun.Mitcham Novita Auxiliary is inviting you toattend this production, entitled ‘Doubt’, writtenby playright John Patrick who won a PulitzerPrize and a Tony Award for this play.St Jude’s Players will present the show at StJude’s Hall, 444 Brighton Road, Brighton onthe 19, 21, 24 and 28 April at $19 each or$15 concession. Evening shows at 8pm andmatinees at 2pm.Tickets available from Jocelyn Frattini on8296 4470 or frattini@bigpond.com orcan call Lyn Leslie on 8276 3215.Hahndorf Auxiliary Fashion Parade10am, Tuesday 1 May 2012St Paul’s Lutheran Church Hall, Hahndorf$10pp includes devonshire tea.To book, contact Lorraine on 8388 7376Mighty River Run 2012Monday 19 - Friday 23 NovemberRegister your interest now by emailingevents@novita.org.auFor SaleLeckey Horizon stander size 2. Power-assisted,adjustable and mobile. Very good condition.$2000. Contact: Liz Greenham, 82417766 orLizgreenham@hotmail.comFreebie: Small Bernie Jones tricycle (chaindriven) to give away to a family. Suit 3-7-yearoldchild. In need of some work - rusty but agood frame. Original cost $350 approximately10 years ago. Tricycle can be picked up fromNovita St Mary’s Office or if you live in thesouthern suburbs or Hills, home delivery maybe possible. Contact Judy Chancelloron 81729254.Please note: It is your responsibility to check thesuitability for your child of any equipment listed.Novita’s Toy andResource Centreopening hoursTuesdays 8.30am to 4.30pmWednesdays 8.30am to 12.30pmThursdays 8.30am to 4.30pmNovita app!It’s now easy to keep up to date anytime,anywhere with our latest news, upcomingevents and more by downloading our free appfrom Apple iTunes or from the Android Market.Network with NovitaStay in touch with Novitathrough Facebook andreceive daily updates. ‘Like’our page at www.facebook.com/novitachildrensservicesNovita is also on Twitter– follow us atwww.twitter.com/novitastarYou can tune in to Novita’sYouTube channel as well athttp://www.youtube.com/novitacsNovita Children’s Services171 Days Road, Regency Park SA 5010PO Box 2438 Regency Park SA 5942T 8243 8243 F 8243 8238enquiries@novita.org.auwww.novita.org.auCentral Intake Team15-31 Ayliffes Road, St Marys SA 5042T 8172 9200 F 8172 9201central.intake@novita.org.auwww.novita.org.au/registrationRehabilitation Service171 Days Road, Regency Park SA 5010T 8243 8270 F 8243 8377rehabilitation@novita.org.auwww.novita.org.au/rehabilitationChild and Adolescent ServiceNorthern Office422 Salisbury Highway,Parafield Gardens SA 5170T 8182 1000 F 8182 1010Southern Office15-31 Ayliffes Road, St Marys SA 5042T 8172 9200 F 8172 9201child&adolescent@novita.org.auwww.novita.org.au/childandadolescentEarly Childhood ServiceNorthern Office171 Days Road, Regency Park SA 5010T 8243 8311Southern Office15-31 Ayliffes Road, St Marys SA 5042T 8172 9200 F 8172 9201Central Office5 Darley Road, Paradise SA 5075earlychildhood@novita.org.auT 8207 8940 F 8207 8941www.novita.org.au/earlychildhoodRegional Services15-31 Ayliffes Road, St Marys SA 5042T 8172 9200 F 8172 9201regionalservices@novita.org.auwww.novita.org.au/regionalservicesEditor: Arndrae LuksT: 08 8243 8234E: arndrae.luks@novita.org.auThe opinions expressed in Nexus are those of theindividual authors and do not necessarily reflectthe views of Novita Children’s Services. Whileevery care has been taken in the preparation ofNexus, the information contained within is of ageneral nature only and does not constitute advice.Articles from Nexus may be reproduced in otherforums, provided the information is produced in full,with written acknowledgement of its source.Privacy Statement: Novita Children’s Services usesyour personal information for the purpose ofdistributing Nexus to you each term. Yourinformation is strictly confidential and will not bedisclosed to any external party. If you no longerwish to receive Nexus, please contact NovitaMarketing on (08) 8243 8229.ABN: 53 137 537 636