Our Golden Years Winter 09, Issue 12
Our Golden Years is sent to about 400 ethnic Senior Citizens Clubs. In the winter months it is a good idea to get out and join a group for some warm friendly conversation in your fi rst language and a nice hot meal.
With this issue we are sending you the application form from the Offi ce of Senior Victorians for the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards. You may wish to nominate a person in the multicultural community.
What kind of people won the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards in the past?
George Yianni, aged 74 in Chelsea was a winner in 2008. He has been caring for the elderly as a volunteer for more than 20 years, particularly those with dementia. Another winner was Guangtao Tang, aged 82 in Dandenong. He arrived from China in 1995 and has worked in his community promoting a healthy lifestyle, multiculturalism and assisting Chinese elderly people.
What do you need to fi nd out about the person you wish to nominate?
If you know of an ordinary person over 60 in your community who has been doing volunteer work to help others stay healthy, happy and socially connected you can nominate them.
How difficult is the nomination form?
It is easy to fi ll in. All you need to do is tell the story of a person over 60 in your community who has done outstanding volunteer work and made a difference to a lot of other people. You can choose one of four different awards.
When are the Awards given out?
The Awards are presented in October 2009 to mark the United Nations International Day of Older Persons on "" October and the annual Victorian Seniors Festival.
For more information?
Contact Violeta Krstic – Program Manager on (03) 9208 3170 There are many multicultural seniors who work very hard for their communities. Keep up the good work.
Sincerely
Dr Irene Bouzo, Editor
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