Sue Manton
Little Haven Common Concerns
https://youtu.be/im8CPhKlP-Q We have no shortage of names for it, but when faced with death we are often lost for words. Our superstitions and fears about dying, and the discomfort we feel, affect our approach and experiences of the end of life.
Read moreLittle Haven Pop Up Shop June 27th to July 15th
Next Monday the June 27th the Pop Up Shop will open its doors at our new location 163 Mary Street with 2 shops at the front and back of Condies Arcade from 8.00am. 8.00 am – 4.00 pm The wait is over! The very popular Little Haven Shop opens its doors Monday for another 3
Read moreSpringtime at Springhalls September 10th 2016
741 Shadbolt Road Cedar Pocket Saturday 10th September 2016 1.30 – 5.30pm Springtime at Springhalls is a step back in time to a more refined era with pimms, games on the lawn, high tea, live music, fashion, market stall shopping, raffles, goodie box, auctions and a most fashionable hat competition!
Read moreLittle Haven Gratitude Walk and Fun Run
Little Haven Palliative Care’s Gratitude Walk and Fun Run is on Sunday 17th July, 2016. MARK THAT DATE! We experience blessings in tragedy as well as joy. In this spirit, we invite you to join us on our “gratitude walk” honouring our patients and families and offering thanks to a community that supports caring for
Read moreUpcoming Little Haven Shed Sale April 30th
Little Haven Monthly Shed Sale This Saturday April 30th From 7am The Little Haven Shed Sales held monthly at 12 Chapple Street are now part of the Gympie’s list of “things to do” With a Fantastic range of reasonably priced furniture being turned over weekly it’s always worth a visit with new items arriving all the time .
Read moreLittle Haven Bereavement Support Groups
Little Haven holds regular informal bereavement support group meeting at our centre that are open to anyone who has experienced loss and grief. Participants may attend whenever they wish free of charge. Coping with loss is discussed in a supportive and confidential environment, facilitated by experienced bereavement support staff Sally and Lisa. Topics shared may include dealing with
Read moreThe Peaceful Garden
The Peaceful Garden – A Bereavement Support Project With our ‘earth mother’ Sally taking over the bereavement support reins in 2014 it was suggested she might like to consider a bereavement garden project for everyone to enjoy. In the blink of an eye with the support of Leuwin and Qld Health giving us the green light, Sally
Read moreLittle Haven Volunteers Christmas Party 2015
Please join us at our Volunteers Christmas Party Lunch Tuesday 1st Dec 2015 Little Haven Centre 11.30 for 12 noon Menu Drinks and Nibbles to start Glazed Ham on the Bone Roast Chicken with stuffing Potato Bake Salads with all the trimmings Baked Cheesecake Berry Salad Ice Cream Please notify special diet requests RSVP 54829091
Read moreLittle Haven’s 2015 Business Managers Report
“A Tree stands strong not by its fruit or branches, but by the depth of its roots” Anthony Liccione Business Managers Report 2014/2015 As I sit trying to write this Report, having recently been told the devastating news my mum has an aggressive brain tumour I’m just a daughter terrified for what lies ahead for
Read moreLITTLE HAVEN Garage Sale Trail
Garage Sale Trail is one big day of Garage Sales happening right across Australia, on Saturday October 24th. Now in it’s fifth year, the award wining Garage Sale is Australia’s biggest REUSE event. We’re about sustainability, meeting the neighbours , having fun, and making money while you’re at it! Everyone can get involved and it’s
Read moreLittle Haven Gratitude Walk 2015
Little Haven Palliative Care’s Gratitude Walk / Fun Run is on Saturday the 18th July, 2015. This event is an important part of Little Haven Week held annually providing an opportunity for Little Haven to show Gratitude to the support this community provides and for participants to honour friends and family who have passed. All events in
Read moreCelebrating our Volunteers
Established in 1989, National Volunteer Week is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia, and provides an opportunity to highlight the role of volunteers in our community and to say thank you to the more than 6 million Australians who volunteer. Theme – 2015 More than 6 million Australian volunteers give happiness
Read moreThe Apex Restaurant – Gympie Show 2015
The Apex Restaurant Is your best seat in the house to watch the fireworks Thursday and Friday night. Make a reservation now. Opening Hours Thursday, Friday, Saturday for Morning Teas 10 – 11.30am Lunch 11.30 – 2.30pm Thursday, Friday Dinner 5.30pm – 9.00pm great food, coffee and drinks for a great cause
Read moreAilsa Smith – Quota Woman of The Year 2015
Congratulations to Little Haven volunteer Ailsa Smith on her Qouta Woman of the Year Award received yesterday in recognition of many long years of service to others. Ailsa is testament to volunteering keeps you healthy having been very actively involved in Lions projects in NZ all her adult life before joining Little Haven in 2005.
Read moreGympie Garden Expo Sat May 2nd & Sun May 3rd
You will find something for everyone on the first weekend in May as the Gympie Garden Expo once again promises to shine with fascinating plant displays. It hosts one of the states largest collection of orchids with Gympie’s annual competition. There are informative talks, with the ever popular plant clinic and market stalls offering plants,
Read moreNoosa Vs Gympie Golf Challenge & Dinner Sunday April 26th
Gidday boys (and golfing girls), We have attached the above for your attention, I hope you can make it along. I will find a bed for you that night in twin accommodation so don’t worry about getting home. Little Haven Palliative Care and Cancer Support service is a great cause and we need valuable funds
Read moreCooloola Debutante Ball Friday March 27th 2015
6 PM Friday 27th March Gympie Civic Centre Dinner & Dancing Entertainment by The Sunshine Swing Band Tickets $60 from Florist of Distinction, Mary Street Gympie or call Sandie 54821815
Read moreAre You Interested In Becoming A Little Haven Volunteer ?
New Volunteer Training Wednesday 24th August 2016 – Apply Now! Little Haven has a dedicated band of over 100 volunteers who work across a wide range of areas: patient support, assisting in the chemotherapy unit, cleaning & maintenance, office support and playing an essential role in raising much needed funds. Little Haven volunteers are specifically trained
Read moreThe Little Haven Shed – Donations and Sales
The Little Haven Sheds are open every Wed 8 – 12 and the most Saturdays 8 – 12 for drop off of saleable goods and sales 12 Chapple Street Sheds (Opposite Railway Workshops) Fantastic range of reasonably priced furniture – With new things arriving every day Potted plants Clothes Books & Videos Linen, odds, sods and everything
Read moreHow Does Palliative Care Manage Hope
Viktor Frankl survived the extermination camps of the Second World War. He wrote that “the last of human freedoms” was the ability to “choose one’s attitude in a given set of circumstances”. This encapsulated what one of our primary aims in Palliative Care must be….. to guide and nurture the movement of hope towards realistic
Read moreGympie Camel Races
Melbourne Cup is done for another year and unlike some of the sad events at Flemington our ‘ships of the desert’ all finished the day with a big smile on their faces. The six race camel program proved very popular once again with 1000’s turning out to cheer on the camels who basically do what they
Read moreLittle Haven Pop Up Shop Opening Monday 20th July
Monday 10th July to Saturday 8th Aug 8.00 am – 4.00 pm Location: 123 Mary Street Plants, furniture, craft, books, clothing, crockery, electrical goods, mobility aids, homemade cakes & preserves and everything in between. If the Little Haven Shop doesn’t have it – it’s not worth having! Everything going out at bargain prices. Don’t miss your opportunity
Read moreBOQ / Broncos Charity Golf Day
Friday June 10th 2016 Gympie Golf Club Registration from 11am Tee Off at 12 Noon Link out: Click here Sponsored By BOQ Gympie The Golf Day is a 3 Person Ambrose Team Format Registration includes Green Fees, Sausage sizzle at Registration 2 Course seated Dinner Win a New Motorcycle “hole in one” challenge. Sponsored by Moto Gympie Great Prize pool on
Read moreLittle Haven AGM 2014 Business Managers Report
“Blessed are those who can give without remembering and take without forgetting.” Elizabeth Bibesco The hardest part of my job and compiling this report in particular, is acknowledging and thanking everyone who contributes to the success of this service and eloquently conveying the magic that is Little Haven with its all its multiple layers. Tuesday
Read moreAnother lovely day at Springtime at Springhalls
The Springtime Garden Party held biannually is always a lovely way to spend the afternoon but this year was exceptional …. Gorgeous spring day, gardens looking magnificent, large crowd, beautiful hat parade, Delicious sweet treats stalls and a happy and supportive crowd. The Auction of quality craft items and other goodies donated by local businesses was
Read moreFundraising Round Up
After a VERY successful 3 week stint the Little Haven POP UP shop closed last Saturday and the Marketeers can now enjoy a well earned rest. They do an amazing job and we are very lucky to have generous donations come in the door nearly as fast as they go out. Thank you to all involved.
Read moreHeart of Gold Film Festival Oct 8 – 11
8-11 October 2015 The Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival Celebrating 24 karat films that will make audiences laugh, cry…and think! Festival Cafe The wonderful team from Palliative Care will once again run the Festival Cafe in 2014. A selection of delicious light meals, cakes and scones, cheese platters and other wonderful snacks plus
Read moreLittle Haven Pop Up Shop nOW oPEN!! last week!!!
Little Haven Pop Up Shop 123 Mary Street OPENS for 3 weeks Monday 14th July 2014 8am to 4pm Mon to Frid and 8am – 2pm Sat until Aug 4th Plants, furniture, craft, books, clothing, crockery, electrical goods, mobility aids, homemade cakes & preserves and everything in between. If we don’t have it – it’s not
Read more“SPRINGTIME AT SPRINGHALLS” – Saturday 13th September 2014
Please join Little Haven Palliative Care at Springtime at Springhalls~ Saturday September 13th 741 Shadbolt Road Cedar Pocket Saturday 13th September 1.30 – 5.30pm A fun afternoon with fantastic music by The Noosa Jazz Factory, finger food, games on the lawn, raffles, fair stalls, auctions and a most fashionable hat competition! Licensed Bar Enjoy the jazz by
Read more“2014 Gympie Rotary Quilt and Craft Spectacular” – Aug 2nd & 3rd
SIMPLY INSPIRATIONAL QUILTS & CRAFT Saturday August 2, 9.30am – 4pm Sunday August 3, 9.30am – 3pm The Rotary Club of Gympie is proud to, once again, present an impressive showcase of contemporary, inspirational and traditional quilts and craft, with some great surprises thrown into the mix. Come along and see if you agree with
Read moreSoul Collage – Healing loss and Grief
Art Therapy – Healing Loss and Grief Little Haven Centre Monthly Fridays Link out: Click here 3 Hour supervised group work conducted by Kathi Passmore helping release grief and loss. Gently soothing time with no Art skills needed. 2015 Dates 27th Feb, 27th March, 24th April, 29th May, 26th June Call Sally on 54829091 to join the
Read moreNew Volunteers Induction
New Volunteers Induction Location: Little Haven Centre Link out: Click here The next volunteer induction process is scheduled for Friday May 23rd From 10 am to 3 pm The Induction process aims at welcoming and familiarising new volunteers to Little Havens mission and values and introduce them to roles within the organisation they may have
Read more“Little Haven Shed Sale” Saturday Feb 20th from 7am
Little Haven Shed Sale This Saturday 20th Feb 7am – 12 midday with Sausage Sizzle 12 Chapple Street Sheds (Opposite Railway Workshops) Furniture Galore Potted plants Clothes Books & Videos Linen, odds, sods and everything in between All goods sold at a very reasonable price. Delivery by negotiated price can be arranged. Donation of goods for the
Read moreLittle Haven Shed Sale
Little Haven Massive Shed Sale Saturday31st May 7am to 1pm with Sausage Sizzle 12 Chapple Street Sheds (Opposite Railway Workshops) Furniture Galore Potted plants Clothes Books & Videos Linen, odds, sods and everything in between All goods sold at a very reasonable price. Delivery by negotiated price can be arranged. All donations gratefully accepted at
Read moreA Christmas Message 2013
With the busy festive season just around the corner, we offer our thoughts and prayers to our patients and their families who may not be feeling terribly festive. This Christmas may be a time of mixed blessings and emotions. Hold your loved ones tight and create the moments in time, that will be cherished memories
Read moreLittle Haven Pop Up Shop
Monday 10th March to Saturday Saturday 29th March 8.30 am – 4.00 pm Location: 123 Mary Street Plants, furniture, craft, books, clothing, crockery, electrical goods, mobility aids, homemade cakes & preserves and everything in between. If we don’t have it – it’s not worth having! Don’t miss your opportunity to bag a bargain at The
Read moreLady Mayoress Gold Rush Concert
The Heritage Theatre Gympie Thursday 17 October 2013 The Lady Mayoress Gold Rush Concert again promises to be a great night of entertainment. Hosted by Mayoress Dulcie Dyne the evening begins with refreshments at 6pm and the concert at 7pm in the Civic Centre. Tickets from Foxy Lady in Mary St or at the door
Read moreLittle Haven Shed Sale
Saturday 21 September 2013 7am – 2 pm with Sausage Sizzle 12 Chapple Street Sheds Opposite Railway Workshops Furniture Potted plants Clothes Books & Videos Linen odds and sods and everything in between
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