1. Diamond Reflections Newsletter
DIAMOND REFLECTIONS
The Newsletter of Diamond House, a service provided by Clubhouse SA Inc.
SPECIAL MEMORIAL EDITION - APRIL 2012
In Loving Memory of
Ishbel Reeve Diamond
Diamond Clubhouse Pioneer
INSIDE THIS
ISSUE
In Memory of Ishbel 2
1930-2012 Directors Cut 4
~ The bravest spirit ~
Members Articles 5
NORTH
Members Page 7
“A safe place
Unit Updates 8
to belong,
work and Calendar 9
PORT ROAD
return”
Gem’s Recycling Program 11
CAN Assessment of Need 13
19 KILKENNY ROAD
DIAMOND CLUBHOUSE: 19 Kilkenny Road, Woodville Park 5011
Phone:(08) 8244 5525 Fax:(08) 8244 5585
Email: comunit@clubhouse.org.au Website: www.clubhouse.org.au
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm
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Page 2 “The Department of SA Health (Mental Health Unit) has contributed operational funds towards
Diamond House as well as The Office for Recreation & Sport, local Council & various grants”
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IN MEMORY OF ISHBEL DIAMOND
It is with great respect, gratitude and love that we mention in this month’s newsletter the passing of our
beloved founder Ishbel Diamond.
Ishbel Diamond founded Diamond House nearly 20 years ago, and without her hard work and
commitment to us, we wouldn’t be standing so strong today and have the passion we have to continually
build on the foundations she built.
She will be dearly missed and our condolences go out to her family at this time.
A few members who had the great chance of meeting her have written down some of their
memories to share with us all.
Les’ Story
I was fortunate enough to meet Ishbel Diamond at our birthday party. I told her that I was
teaching Tai Chi here and she showed so much interest in me, asking questions about Tai Chi and how the
members had taken to it.
I told her that I was a volunteer and I was thinking about becoming a member. She told me I would be an
asset to Diamond House and wished me the best of luck. I mentioned to her that I got so much from here
as well.
I Will never forget our conversation on that day and I will never forget that beautiful lady.
By Les
Our Angel, Ishbel Diamond
On behalf of the staff and members here at Diamond House, we would like to say a big thank you,
with gratitude to the late Ishbel Diamond who is responsible for our Clubhouse, S.A. Inc., opened in 1996.
Ishbel Diamond passed away peacefully on the 21st of March. Ishbel was an inspiration to us all and she is
recognized for what she has done for people with a mental illness. She will always be remembered and
sadly missed. Ishbel will be in our hearts forever. Our condolences go to her family and friends.
Rest in peace, our Angel Ishbel.
By Sophie and David I.
Ishbel Diamond
Ishbel was a wonderful, warm, kind person. She was also a campaigner for social justice,
especially for people with a mental illness. She fought for Clubhouse and succeeded in establishing it.
Ishbel was a courageous spirit, a strong spirit who battled physical illness for many years. She and her
husband Ian and son Tim supported and encouraged members and staff members at Diamond House.
Ishbel’s name and memory will live on in the Clubhouse she founded and the great love she showed to all
who knew her.
Esther Says Goodbye
Thank you Ishbel for the walls and the building you made for us here at Diamond House. Thank
you for the gifts and strength you have prepared for us. All I want to say is that you encouraged us with a
place that is safe and can spend time in a family atmosphere. That we can spend time and pull through with
you. Enjoy the good times. Your strength and courage has a meaning to keep fit and going like you. And
never give up.
By Esther
I will never forget having Ishbel come in to Diamond House and reminding her every time to sign
in and out with a smile on my face. She will be missed.
By Karen-Lee
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DIRECTORS CUT
March has been a mixed month for the Diamond House community. Nina, Karen-Lee and myself
travelling to Brisbane to attend the 3 week Clubhouse training at Stepping Stone Clubhouse. This is the
first time that we have been in a position to send staff and members to the training but we believe
that it has been well worth the investment. We were able to share ideas and network with other
Clubhouses including Billabong (in Tamworth), Pioneer (in Sydney), Toowoomba and Stepping Stone.
Each Clubhouse had to develop an action plan for the next 12 months which for us will help to prepare
for the Accreditation process over the next 2 years and also help to fine tune the Work Ordered Day. It
was an enlightening & challenging trip which has made us more determined that we build Diamond
House into a thriving and vibrant Clubhouse in the years to come.
A big thank you to Toni, Brenton, Jackie, Italo, Cara (student placement) and the members who had to
step out of their comfort zones, take on more responsibilities and support the staff while Nina & I were
away.
On a much sadder note our founder Ishbel Diamond passed away in early March leaving a wonderful
legacy in Diamond House. Ishbel spent years lobbying to get funding to set up a Clubhouse back in the
early 90’s so that people with mental illness, their families and carers could have “a safe place to work
and return.” During recent conversations with Tim, Ishbel’s son, he spoke about Ishbel years when she
lived in Hong Kong (from 1971-1985) as a colonial house wife she set up a wive’s club of which more
than 2000 women were members. Tim remembers visiting his mother in hospital when she first
became ill with cancer to see her surrounded by a room full of flowers from all the women and her
friends showing their appreciation and concern.
Diamond House has now evolved into a respected community mental health program that provides
psycho social rehabilitation services and promotes recovery oriented principles, to 25—30 people a
day. Staff and many members attended Ishbel’s funeral last Monday and we were proud to hear her
family and friends tell us the amazing things that she had achieved during her life and what a beautiful
unassuming woman she was. Her memory will stay strong both in Diamond House itself and in our
hearts. We also are very thankful to the people who donated money to Diamond House instead of
flowers in remembrance of Ishbel. Tim also believes that his mother would think “these endless
accolades are just ridiculous” but we think that people like to show their appreciation to such a
wonderful , kind and benevolent soul.
For any one that did not get to the funeral we are having a Memorial Service at Diamond House to
celebrate Ishbel’s life in our garden Friday 13th April at 2.00pm.
Over the next 3 months Toni & myself, in partnership with UCWPA Employment Access, will be
promoting our Transitional Employment Program to employers in our quest to get our first
employment placement. If you know of anyone with a café, retail shop, gardening business or require
a receptionist or clerical assistant who could employ one of our members 8—14 hours per week
performing basic cleaning, gardening, clerical or retail duties let myself or Toni know. We have several
members who have now completed pre-employment training, are motivated to getting a job, have the
skills and a great attitude.
Take care & be kind to yourself.
Kim Smith,
Diamond House Director
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5. MEMBERS’ ARTICLES Diamond Reflections Newsletter
Philosophers’ Corner: Clubhouse Members Have Their Say
Welcome again to this month’s entry for the Philosophers’ Corner article. This time round I
approached individual members and staff at Clubhouse and asked them for the philosophies by
which they live by. I hope you find them as interesting and insightful as I have!
“Do unto others as they would do unto you.” Cate P
“Listen to your instincts.” Richard M
“He who is not busy being born is busy dying (Bob Dylan).” Sean W
“Do it to them before they do it to you! (meaning kindness!).” Toni P
“Keep it simple.” Harry X
“Be good to yourself and be good to others.” Sue B
“When there’s fire in the heart, there’s smoke in the brain.”Roland P
“Give 100%.” Dave F
“Connect with the Transcendent and fit in with the Universe.”Steve S
“Enjoy every moment, think positive and have fun!” Nina B
“If you are hungry, eat. If you are tired, rest.” Theo S
“Live day by day.” Anton H
“Be in love with everyone.” Tom G
“Use your mind to have compassion for people.” Kenneth A
“Think with your mind and feel with your heart.” Mark T
“Live for ‘the now’, not for tomorrow. Anything could happen. You can’t plan ahead.” Karen L
“Accept the things you can’t change.” George A
“Eat, drink and be merry. Keep positive.” Cliff T
“Have fun! And be in peace.” Carmel Z
“Live in the moment.” Amanda T
“Follow Christ and go to Heaven.” Peter B2
“Faith, hope and charity.” Adele M
“Keeping balance and harmony concerning work and life.” Kim S
“Live life to the fullest.” Mario M
“Life? Just live it!” Les R
By Theo S
WANT TO FIND OUT WHAT IT MEANS TO BECOME A
MEMBER AT DIAMOND HOUSE?
Support workers, key workers, mental health practitioners, family & friends of people
with a mental illness are welcome to come.
Upcoming orientation dates will be:
Tuesday, 17th April at 9:30am
Tuesday, 1st May at 9:30am
Tuesday, 15th May at 9:30am
Stay for a free lunch on this day!
Contact Toni for further details and to register on 8244 5525
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6. Diamond Reflections Newsletter MEMBERS’ ARTICLES
Life According to Ken
Life has its ups and downs and goes round and round. Life can be a struggle at the best of times but it
is important to give it your best shot. I have a long history of mental-illness. What helps me with my
illness lately is attending Clubhouse to work and socialize. I also attend Grow to work through
problems as a group. I have made many good friends at Grow and Clubhouse and we are in this
together.
I find mental illness the most challenging thing I have ever faced. I get mood swings and often
psychosis. What helps me sometimes is to ride out the storm of feelings. A routine is very important
because it keeps you grounded at the worst of times. I am a philosopher as you might have noticed in
the Philosophers’ Corner article in this newsletter. I hope you find this article useful and good reading.
By Kenneth (and Theo S)
David Walks His Talk
I have attended Clubhouse since 1996; the year Diamond House officially opened. I like everything
about the Club. I have made many friends here and have a really good time socializing with other
members. Sometimes I stay for lunch. Currently I attend Club on Tuesdays with the help of my carers.
In my own time I enjoy catching up with other friends. I am hoping to go to Queensland for a holiday
with my mother in late June. Life is good and I am feeling happy.
By David F.
Marks Story
Hi everyone at Clubhouse! My name is Mark. I am hoping to do the Transitional Employment Program
(TEP) this year. I hope to become a Supported Residential Facility Worker (SRFW). I am also hoping
that I continue on studying, particularly the Diploma of Mental Health, considering I have done Cert. III
and Cert. IV in Mental Health.
I am willing to help anyone that needs my assistance and be there if you require my help. I am more
than willing to help others out and support you along the way of your journeys.
I hope this year is an exciting and challenging year for myself and everyone at Diamond House. May
you all have a great 2012 as it will be for me!
By Mark T.
Sophie shares her busy life with us
I am one busy lady!
I’m a full time carer for my husband David, I attend clubhouse twice a week, I am the financial warden
in the family, I am a full time housewife, I look after my mum and my mother-in-law, I do my mother-in
-laws grocery shopping, I exercise, meditate and read, I attend 2 social groups in the northern suburbs,
I keep in touch with my friends and family, I pray and light a candle, I have a lot of responsibility on my
shoulders and my courageous spirit keeps me hanging on and motivated!!!
By Sophie I.
Thankyou to Members for your continual input in our Diamond Reflections Newsletter.
Please feel free to contribute articles, stories, drawings, poems, recipes and feedback you
have about the newsletter. They are appreciated and important!
Contact Nina by email comunit@clubhouse.org.au
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7. MEMBERS’ PAGE Diamond Reflections Newsletter
Book Launch by a Clubhouse Poet
nd
Changes of the Season
On Wednesday, 2 of May Theo will be presenting
Voices in my head
a launch for his book of poems: “Search Within”.
Copies of the book will be on sale for $5 and The shuffling of leaves
copies of the recitals of his poetry on CD will cost They cover the pathway
$2.
To my deeper feelings
The book launch will be at Diamond House
(19 Kilkenny Rd., Woodville Park) beginning at
2PM.He also owns a blog which may be found at: Outside my window
http://theo-w-schapel.blogspot.com
To the movement of the wind
Something catches my eye –
Birds are bringing new seasons
Do you need help,
to turn your frown upside own?
Many times before
call MALSSA on 8351 9500
I have travelled on this path
MALSSA is an independent
community organisation, which
The silent side of thunder
advocates for people with disabilities and their Makes me walk the tightrope
carers. The disability can be: physical, intellec-
tual, psychiatric, acquired brain injury, hearing or
vision impairment (including deaf or blind), A twinkling of the eye
neurological and learning disability. MALSSA is
on your side and advocates to ensure your rights All the voices stop
are respected and helps you to get the services For a moment there is nothing
you are entitled to.
MALSSA is a disability advocacy service funded Then I laugh – they’re back again.
by the Australian Government
MALSSA’S Services are FREE!
By Diamond Poets
Recipe Of the Month
Italian Style Potatoes—Serves 4-8
4-8 Large Potatoes, Peeled and left whole.
2 Tins of tomatoes
Teaspoon of garlic
Large onion, diced
1 Preheat oven to 190 degrees, Add about 3 tablespoons of olive oil, and Bake Potatoes For 1
hour, turning twice.
2 Add chopped onion , garlic and Tinned tomatoes to roasting pan and add a little of the sauce
mixture on top of the potatoes to stop drying out.
3 Cook slowly on 170 degrees for 2 hours or until cooked through, checking every 25mins to
ensure sauce does not burn.
~Best served with Lamb or chicken, but also fantastic on its own!~
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8. Diamond Reflections Newsletter Unit Updates
Communication Unit update:
Nina from the Communication unit recently returned from 3 weeks of intense Clubhouse training at
Stepping Stone Clubhouse in Brisbane. The training was essential in order to start the accreditation
process for Diamond House which gave us the opportunity to see how an accredited Clubhouse runs
and to ensure we are operating to the Clubhouse standards. The development of an Action Plan
occurred during this training which will support us in becoming an accredited Clubhouse and identify
areas of improvement. Over the next few months the Communication unit, with the collaboration of
staff and members, will use the action plan to make improvements to engage more members and have
more meaningful tasks. We will do this along with our usual responsibilities of maintaining the
database, reception duties, administration tasks, newsletter, outreach, banking and birthday cards.
Reception training has been a recent focus in the Communication Unit to enable more member
participation and has been a success as more members are engaging and interested in this role. We
are also currently working towards having training for our visitor host role which involves giving visitors
tours of our Clubhouse and discuss what we do. We are also introducing weekly newsletter meetings
so come join us at 1:30pm each Wednesday afternoon to include your ideas and suggestions.
Finally an important development and one of our current projects is making a Facebook page which we
believe is essential in keeping members, other clubhouses and the general public up to date and
informed about Diamond Clubhouse news and events. Our page has been launched and can now be
found on www.facebook.com/diamondclubhouse. Please like our page to receive
updates and news from Clubhouse!
By Nina and Ítalo in the Comunit!
Member Services Unit Report from Jackie
Jackie’s back! How about that!
I continue to pick up food early every morning which goes towards lunches at Clubhouse. This involves
visiting places like the Food Bank and Farmer Joes. This keeps lunches affordable. It is still $4 for a meal
– usually hot – and you need to order lunch any particular day on the day in person or over the phone.
On average we cater for 12 – 20 (member) meals a day. Sometimes we prepare lunches for people
who attend functions in the side hall. We cater for people with special diet needs. We use nutritious,
healthy, wholesome recipes.
Remember also that we sell “cups of health” for 50c a glass. It is full of fresh fruit and vegetables. We
also provide take-away meals for a low $3.
Thanks to all those members who make the kitchen buzz!
By Jackie with help from Theo
Come try our new ―CUP OF HEALTH‖ for only .50c! Freshly squeezed
and full of goodness, vitamins and minerals from a mixture of fruit and
vegetables.
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~ APRIL 2012 ~
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
9:30-12:30 9:30-11:00 9:30 House + Unit 9:30 House + Unit GOOD
Moving Forward, ORIENTATION Meetings Meetings FRIDAY
Pre-employment
Stage 2 Week 3
9:30 House + Unit 10:00 - 12:00 10:30-2:00 Diamond PUBLIC
9:30 House + Unit Meetings Making Positive Choices Gems Recycling Shop HOLIDAY
Meetings 11:00-12:00 (Anglicare and Arch- 1:00 Unit Meetings
General Meeting ways) 1:30 Choir
1:00 Unit Meetings
2:00-3:00 1:00 Unit Meetings 1:00 Unit Meetings 1:30 Barista Training DIAMOND
Weekly Coordination 2:00 Facebook meeting 1:30-2:30 HOUSE
Newsletter meeting
Meeting CLOSED
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
EASTER 9:30-12:30 9:30 House + Unit 9:30 House + Unit 9:30 House + Unit
MONDAY Moving Forward, Meetings Meetings Meetings
Pre-employment
PUBLIC Stage 2 Week 4
10:00 - 12:00 11:00 Barista Training 10:30 Tai Chi
HOLIDAY 9:30 House + Unit Making Positive Choices 10:30-2:00 Diamond 1:00 Unit Meetings
Meetings 11:30-11:45 Kitchen Gems Recycling Shop 1:30 Members Shed -
10:30-2:00 Diamond Meeting trial 1:00 Unit Meetings Bikes ‘n’ Bits/Gardening
DIAMOND Gems Recycling Shop 1:00 Unit Meetings 1:30 Choir Group
HOUSE 11:00-12:00 2:00-3:30 NEW 1:30 Barista Training 2:00 –3:00
GROUP “Crafty MEMORIAL SERVICE
CLOSED General Meeting
1:00 Unit Meetings Diamonds” Preparing In memory of Ishbel
2.00– 3.00 Kitchen/Café for art exhibition Diamond
meeting
15 16 9:30-12:30 17 9:30-11:00 18 9:30 House + Unit 19 9:30 House+ Unit 20 9:30 House + Unit 21
Moving Forward, ORIENTATION Meetings Meetings Meetings
Pre-employment
9:30 House + Unit 10:00-12:00 11:00 Barista Training 10:30 Tai Chi
Stage 2 Week 5
9:30 House + Unit Meetings Making Positive Choices 10:30-2:00 Diamond 1:00 Unit Meetings
Meetings 10:30-2:00 Diamond 1:00 Unit Meetings Gems Recycling Shop 1:30 Members Shed -
1:00 Unit Meetings Gems Recycling Shop 1:30 - 3:30 1:00 Unit Meetings Bikes ‘n’ Bits/Gardening
1:30 Reception 11 - 12:00 Dollars and Sense 1:30 Choir Group
Training -NEW 10.00—12.30 DH Plan- 1:30-2:30 1:30 Barista Training
2:00-3:00 ning Meeting Newsletter meeting
Weekly Coordination 1.00 Unit Meetings
Meeting 1:30-2:30 Facebook
Meeting
22 23 24 25 26 9:30 House+ Unit 27 28
9:30-12:30 9:30 House + Unit ANZAC DAY Meetings 9:30 House + Unit
Moving Forward, Meetings PUBLIC 10:30-12:00 Basic Meetings
Pre-employment
Stage 2 Week 6
10:30-2:00 Diamond HOLIDAY Computing Course 10:30 Tai Chi
9:30 House + Unit Gems Recycling Shop STARTS 1:00 Unit Meetings
11 - 12:00 11:00 Barista Training 1:30 Members Shed -
Meetings
10:30 Tai Chi
General Meeting DIAMOND 10:30-2:00 Diamond Bikes ‘n’ Bits/Gardening
1:00 Unit Meetings.
1:00 Unit Meetings
2.00—3.00 Kitchen/café
HOUSE Gems Recycling Shop
1:00 Unit Meetings
Group
2:00-3:00 meeting CLOSED 1:30 Choir
Weekly Coordination 1:30 Barista Training
Meeting 1:30 Wellness in the
work place (fortnightly)
29 30
9:30-12:30 LUNCH SERVED 12:30pm DAILY - PLEASE ORDER LUNCH BEFORE 10:30am
Moving Forward,
Pre-employment
Stage 3 Week 1
☺☻ ☻☺ ☻☺
Friday 13th April 2012 Tuesday 26th April Tuesday 1st May
9:30 House + Unit
- 2.00 - 3.00
Meetings - 10:30-12:00 Safe Food Handling
1:00 Unit Meetings Memorial Service Basic Computing Course STARTS!
1:30 Reception Training Ishbel Diamond - 1:30
2:00-3:00 Wellness in the Work Place
Weekly Coordination (fortnightly)
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DIAMOND HOUSE
A service of Clubhouse SA
Employment Programs
Transitional Employment Program
Supported Employment
Independent Employment
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N eed re itment o up to $15 idies
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No rec ing costs 00.00
train
We are seeking employers to participate in our fully
supported Employment Program which
enables people with a mental illness to re-enter the
workforce for 8—14 hours per week over a 26 week work
placement. Develop your casual staff pool while increasing
your productivity. Let us tell you how ?
This program is partly funded by SA Health - Mental Health Unit in
partnership with Uniting Care Wesley Port Adelaide
Employment Access & Diamond House
Please contact Toni or Kim on 8244 5525
for more information.
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DIAMOND HOUSE
A service of
Clubhouse SA Inc.
GEM’s Recycling Program
ery
well d
Je rte
Asso s Bags &
pric
e Shoes
$3.00
Women’s &
Men’s
CLOTHING
$3.00
Bric-a–B Books &
rac DVD’s
Assorted
prices $1.00
Opening Hours: Tuesdays (members & visitors) &
Thursdays
10.30am -2.00pm
Diamond House: 19 Kilkenny Rd, Woodville Park.
Any donations (in clean condition) please call 8244 5525 or email
comunit@clubhouse.org.au
Café Diamond
Diamond House now introducing café quality coffees...
Cappuccino
Café Latte / Flat White
$1 each Members
$2 each Non-members
Come and enjoy a coffee in our new and improved café foyer, with tables and chairs provided.
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WE HAVE SPACES FOR HIRE,
MEETING ROOMS AND QUALITY
CATERING AT COMPETITIVE RATES
Contact Diamond House for your next Staff
Training session or function at:
19 Kilkenny Road, Woodville Park 5011
Phone:(08) 8244 5525 Fax:(08) 8244 5585
Email: comunit@clubhouse.org.au Website: www.clubhouse.org.au
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm
Federal MP for Mental Health
& Ageing, Mark Butler, utilizing
one of our function rooms for a
forum on Mental Health in
2011.
“Recognised in quality and continuous improvement through the
Service Excellence Framework”
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CAMBERWELL ASSESMENT OF NEED
(CAN) DOMAIN 20: TRANSPORT
How do you find using the bus, train or tram?
Do you get a free bus pass?
An example of the CAN tool is provided below.
Does the person have any problems using public transport?
Rating______Meaning_______________Example____________________________
Assessments
0 No problem Able to use public transport or has User Staff
access to a car rating rating
1 No/moderate problem Bus pass or other help provided with
Due to help given transport
2 Serious problem Unable to use public transport
9 Not known
If rated 0 or 9 go CAN Domain 20
How much help with travelling does the person receive from friends or relatives?
Assessments
______ Meaning_______________Example____________________________ User Staff
0 None rating rating
1 Low help Encouragement to travel
2 Moderate help Often accompanies on public transport
3 High help Provides transport to all appointments
9 Not known
How much help with travelling does the person receive from local
Assessments
services? User Staff
rating rating
How much help with travelling does the person need from local
services with travelling?
Rating______Meaning_______________Example____________________________
0 None Assessments
1 Low help Provision of bus pass User Staff
2 Moderate help Taxi card rating rating
3 High help Transport to appointments by
ambulance
9 Not known
User’s view of services required Review
By whom:
date:
Action(s) ________________________________________________________________________________________ _
1.
2.
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Affix
Stamp
Here
If not delivered please return : DIAMOND HOUSE, PO Box 264, Kilkenny SA 5009.
If you have changed your address or phone number please call us on 8244 5525 to update.
We are currently raising funds to establish and develop a community garden at
Diamond House. Our aim is to raise $10,000 in the next 6 months . If you would
like to sponsor a garden bed (at $500) or a water tank (at $1000) give Kim a call
on 8244 5525.
This is in our quest to be “The Environmental Clubhouse” in Australia. You can
make this happen by donating towards this great cause.
DIAMOND HOUSE IS FUNDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - MENTAL HEALTH UNIT AND OTHER GRANTS,
WHICH COVERS OPERATIONAL COSTS. WE ARE ALWAYS VERY GRATEFUL FOR ANY DONATIONS (OVER $2 TAX
DEDUCTABLE), WHICH HELP PROVIDE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT FOR OUR MEMBERS.
IF YOU CAN DONATE, PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORM AND RETURN TO THE ADDRESS ABOVE. ALTERNATIVELY,
CALL US ON 8244 5525 AND SPEAK TO KIM OR SUE.
DATE _____ / _____ / ______
NAME ___________________________________________________________
CONTACT NUMBER ____________________________________________
POSTAL ADDRESS ____________________________________________
____________________________________________
DONATION AMOUNT $____________________________________________
PAYMENT METHOD Cheque Money Order Cash
SIGNATURE _______________________________________________________
THANK YOU.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO BECOME A MEMBER AT DIAMOND HOUSE ?
Membership at Diamond House is open to anyone over the age of 16 with a history of mental illness, who is not a threat to the Clubhouse
community and who sees a benefit to themselves in belonging. No referral is required.
HOW TO FIND US !
Diamond House is situated at 19 Kilkenny Rd, Woodville Park. The Clubhouse is easily recognizable as a former Uniting Church
and Hall. We are on the corner of Kilkenny Road and Elgin Street, between the Kilkenny Railway Station and Port Road (Bus Stop
16). Regular, convenient public transport is available.
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