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Working with Children Checks
If you have volunteered to help at your child's school or pre-school, chances are high that you would have been asked to complete a form enabling the police to do a background check on you. Working with Children Checks are now mandatory in most States and Territories in Australia. The following information and internet sites are a guide to obtaining information on police clearances and checks. Read more here.
14th February is getting closer
If you are planning the perfect Valentines’ Day date then you should make sure you get in fast and book that Angel to care for the children! All our childcare Angels are professionally screened and personally selected for your family’s protection. We only use the very best carers with a current first aid certificate and police clearances. This is just so important when you are leaving young children and babies with a carer. But don’t leave it till too late - call us now on 1300 721 111 or make a booking request here.
Brisbane Celebrations
Happy birthday to our Brisbane office, which was established on the 19th January 1987. Nadine Broit commenced in 1988 and is still with us after 21 very successful years. Congratulations to Nadine and the whole Brisbane team!
World’s Greatest Shave 12 - 14 March
The Leukaemia Foundation World’s Greatest Shave is one of Australia’s biggest fundraising events. 100,000 people across the country will shave or colour their hair. Why not be brave and shave? Most people shave between 12 - 14 March 2009, however you can take part at anytime to suit you. Don’t go it alone – start a team today. You can sign-up or a join a team. Click here to make a general donation.
Permanent Placements
Are you looking to employ permanent personnel such as a Nanny, Carer, Companion, Housekeeper, Domestic Couple, Cook, Butler, Chauffeur, Gardener, or Handyman? Angels can be employed part-time as well as full time. DIAL-AN-ANGEL is a specialist recruitment agency for live-in care and domestic help, we take the guesswork out of finding the perfect match for your requirements. A wide range of screened Angels are looking for permanent employment. To discuss your requirements and to arrange interviews with prospective Angels please don’t hesitate to call us on 1300 721 111 for an informal discussion.
Kirribilli House Garden Party Charity Event 22nd March
Be pampered and waited on all day while you dine at the Prime Minister's residence, Sydney. The Prime Minister has donated his residence, Kirribilli House to the Bonnie Babes Foundation to raise vitally needed funds and awareness to support our important community services. The Bonnie Babes Foundation helps save babies lives through our vital medical research and medical equipment for prematurely born babies in intensive care units in hospitals. The Bonnie Babes Foundation also supports families after the loss of a baby with 24 hour, 7 days per week free grief counselling.
This is the first time the Prime Minister has donated his residence for a Garden Party charity event. This is an exclusive event with only 160 places available and it's a once in a lifetime experience to visit the residence of the Prime Minister. The price is $400 early bird price if paid by 8th March. Call (03) 9803 1800 or visit www.bbf.org.au
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Before and after school care
If you are still struggling with work commitments and your children’s afternoon activities consider contacting us for our before and after school carers. These carers are in high demand so make sure you phone or email soon. And remember, if your childcare arrangements have fallen apart we can also provide emergency as well as regular care. Contact us today.
Delightful Destinations - Berry Abode, NSW
The NSW South Coast is home to an amazing variety of art galleries, fresh seafood, wineries, and historic buildings, with everything from secluded beaches, dolphin and whale watching cruises, fishing charters, river cruises or guided mountain biking and four-wheel drive tours. Berry Abode is a beautifully appointed holiday home that suits families and couples. It is located in the heart of Berry and is an excellent base to explore the delights of the NSW South Coast - the best of country and sea. Read more here from TakeABreak.
Fit & Well – New Year, New You!
On average only about 20% of us keep our New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, some of the biggest failures are found in fitness resolutions. But don’t let the statistics get you down. By following these tips you’ll be better equipped for success:
• Choose an obtainable goal like including daily fitness.
• Avoid choosing a resolution that you’ve been unsuccessful at achieving year after year.
• Break it down and make it less intimidating. Rather than one BIG end goal, dissect it into smaller pieces. Set several smaller goals to achieve throughout the year.
• Reward yourself with each milestone. If you’ve stuck with your resolution for 2 months, treat yourself to something special.
• Don’t go it alone! Do it with a friend or get some professional assistance.
• Limit your number of promises. You’ll spread yourself too thin trying to make multiple changes in your life. This will just lead to failure of all of the resolutions. Read more here from Performance Body Works.
Did you know that you can recycle a whole lot more than paper and glass? Your old reading or sun-glasses can be shipped to people in developing countries who cannot afford a pair. Drop off unwanted sunnies and glasses – even if they are broken – to any OPSM, Laubman & Pank or Budget Eyewear. Or visit www.lionsclubs.org.au/recycle-for-sight for more details. Over the 15 years that the Australian programme has existed, it has delivered 2.5 million pairs of glasses to developing countries. Now that’s a great idea! Read more great tips here.
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February 2009
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Welcome
February is already upon us, children are back to school, and days continue to fly past us. In what we are told are precarious times many people have made the decision to resume work, which means we are all spreading ourselves a little thinner. Whether it is caring for children, spending time with aging relatives or even caring for infirm or frail parents, we have less time to spend on the more mundane, but very necessary domestic duties. After working all week, you really do not need to spend family and “me” time cleaning the home as well! When it all gets too much for you, remember that DIAL-AN-ANGEL does more than just cleaning houses.
We have Angels to care for children and take them to and from afternoon activities, and we can also provide carers for aging family members. Angels are available to run errands and keep the household running smoothly. Angels to assist at parties for clearing up, preparing and serving food and beverages are now in high demand. Many of our clients prefer to entertain at home and have the support of our Angels to ensure their homes are left spick and span after the party. To get a little more out of your day why not take a fresh look at what we can do for you in and around the home. Just visit our website or give us a call on 1300 721 111.
Until next time, travel safely,
Danielle Robertson
CEO,
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