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Member Involvement in an Internal Study
Lord Somers Camp & Power House is undergoing an assessment and planning phase and would like member’s involvement. As part of this phase we are conducting an internal survey. This survey is being conducted in conjunction with the University of Melbourne through an online survey website (survey monkey). This is an extremely important process and we value your feedback. Please click here to complete the online confidential survey.
if you would like to download and post the survey please click here

Very Special Kids Staff Application Form
The Very Special Kids Camp Staff Application form is now available to be downloaded. If you would like to attend the camp please download a form by clicking here

SailAway
CHANGE OF DATE: Out of respect for the Muslim Eid festival SailAway has now been moved to September 17 to 19. Due to this change; staff applications will now close on September 3, 2010. If you would like to be involved in this camp please register your interest here.

Matt & Steve Devine - A Football Challenge
Matt & Steve Devine's iconic height has in the past posed its problems for oppositions on the footy field. However they have always struggled to find appropriate footwear. An article published in The Age gives light to their plight and proves there is a solution to every problem, to read the article please click here.

Production of 'Don's Party'
LSC&PH productions are preforming Don's Party; an infamous and entertaining play written by David Williamson. Don's Party is thought provoking whist remaining funny. Please join us in the Power House theatrette from Thursday October 7 to Saturday October 9. For more information and tickets please click here.

E-journal
The August e-journal is available by clicking here

Don's Party
LSC&PH productions is putting on Don's Party, a classic Australian play by David Williamson. If you would like to be involved in this hilarious and entertaining play please click here for more information.

Members in the community
Peter Duncan is a LSC&PH member who has been nominated for a Pride of Australia medal for his dedication to improving the lives of people with disability. Peter is to be interviewed on ABC radio (AM-774) on Tuesday August 3 approximately 1pm.

Lord and Lady Somers Camps 2011 Nomination Form
Lord and Lady Somers Camp 2011 nomination forms are now available from the forms download section of the website. If you would like to nominate a grouper for 2011 please download a form. To download a form please click here.

Full Time Programs & Activities Co-ordinator
LSC&PH is seeking an experienced co-ordinator to review, maintain and develop our programs and activities. This is a senior role working with the Programs and Activities Support Officer and various leadership teams to deliver our unique and world class activities. For information on how to apply please click here. For a full position description please click here.

Members In the Community - Peter Duncan
Peter Duncan (2005, Staff) has spent more than 10 years helping people with intellectual disabilities play basketball. Peter's incredible dedication and commitment to the benefit of the intellectually disabled community has seen him be nominated for a Pride of Australia medal. We congratulate Peter on his nomination and encourage people to find out more about the work he is doing in the community.
For an article on Peter and his work with the intellectually disabled basketball community click here.

Everyday Hero - Backs & Bums Appeal
LSC&PH has set up an Everyday Hero fundraising page to make it easier to donate to this appeal. If you would like to make a general donation to the Backs & Bums Appeal online please visit the link below:
http://www.everydayhero.com.au/LSC_PH_Backs_Bums

Thank you for you kind generosity.

June E-Journal
The e-journal for June 2010 is now available to be downloaded by visiting the publications page. Alternatively click here

Mission and Vision Survey
LSC&PH is reviewing our Mission and Vision statements to more accurately define what we do, who we do it for and why we do it. As part of the organisation we value your input into this process. To have your say please fill out the survey by following this link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/GQN5C57

Backs & Bums Appeal
The Backs & Bums Appeal has been running for just over one month. Members have responded magnificently so far raising nearly $7000. This is an incredible effort and we would like to thank all those who have donated so generously to this appeal. If you would like to donate please download the Backs & Bums Appeal form from the ‘Form Download' section of the website.

Everyday Hero
Lord Somers Camp & Power House has teamed up with Everyday Hero to offer an easy solution for people who want to raise money for LSC&PH. Everyday Hero is an online forum which enable users to generate their own personal profile under the banner of LSC&PH. This means that you can raise money easily online through a specific event or ongoing support. It's easy to get all your family and friends involved and donating. Click here for instructions and Sign-Up and start raising money Today!!

Membership Renewal
Membership renewal forms are available to be downloaded from the ‘Forms Download' section of the website. This year's form has a section for you to update any information necessary as well as inform LSC&PH of the skills you might be willing to offer. The database and voluntary talents information update form is available online via the ‘Forms Download' section of the website.

Mirabel Foundation Camp
Lord Somers Camp & Power House has teamed up with the Mirabel Foundation to give families affected by illicit drug use a weekend of excitement and pampering. The Mirabel foundation works with children who's parents aren't capable of providing a stable home environment due to the impact of drugs. The parenting of these kids normally falls to the grandparents who may also be in need of assistance. LSC&PH is giving these families the opportunity to get away and enjoy a relaxing and fun weekend. Mirabel Camp runs from Friday August 27 - Sunday August 29, 2010. For more information contact Ric Dakin on 0438 897 699 or Bridie Murray on 0412 189 843

Publications Page
Lord Somers Camp & Power House has recently launched a publications page on the website. This page gives you access to recent e-journals for you to download at your leisure. It is hoped that this page will be able to provide our recent publications and annual reports in order to keep you more informed about the LSC&PH community.

Journal Information Request
The journal and e-journal are two of the main tools for keeping the Lord Somers Camp & Power House community informed on recent and upcoming events. If you would like to write something for the journal or e-journal we would love to hear from you. If you could please send articles and corresponding photos (if any) to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it