Get Stuff Done Retreat

Adelaide, October 9-11, 2024

This event is for families wanting to get started on directly employing staff or those already directly employing wanting to do things better.

We will be workshopping all things directly employing – recruitment, compliance, policies, training, information management, planning, achieving goals, managing staff performance, finding and working with a team leader, how mums and dads can step back from the daily doing, setting up a governance board to oversee and more.

There will also be lots of opportunities to network with other families and build supportive connections.

And most importantly, because we Good Life Builders are action takers, there will be opportunities galore to “get stuff done”

Agenda

Wednesday October 9

Meet & Greet Dinner – included in registration, BYO drinks

6pm Terrace Room, Marion Hotel 

Meet Sheree and fellow participants and prepare for the following two days.

Thursday October 10

9am – 4pm – morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch included

Working in small groups to cover the themes of:

  • Our vision for a good life for our family members
  • Why we directly employ 
  • Overview of the steps for getting set up to directly employ
  • Writing training for staff
  • Fairwork Compliance
  • Getting your team working on achieving goals
  • Managing staff performance
  • Information management and sharing
Friday October 11

9am – 4pm –  morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch included

Working in small groups to cover the themes of:

  • The role of team leaders
  • Self managed teams
  • Parents stepping out of the doing but still overseeing
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Planning for and getting the most out of your NDIS plan
  • Setting up a board and implementing governance practices
Saturday October 12 - Added Bonus - 2024 DAL Expo

If you would like to extend your stay a little longer, the #MyLifeChoices Disability, Ageing & Lifestyle Expo, is on in Adelaide from 10:00AM – 4:00PM

The Disability, Ageing, and Lifestyles Expo in Adelaide is an iconic South Australian event dedicated to promoting inclusivity, accessibility, and empowerment for individuals of all abilities and ages. Held annually, this expo serves as a dynamic platform for showcasing innovative products, services, and resources aimed at enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities and older adults. From assistive technologies and mobility aids to healthcare services and recreational activities, the expo offers a comprehensive array of solutions tailored to diverse needs.  Learn more here

Apply to attend

The cost to attend is:

Family member – $1000

Additional supports for the family (eg partner, support workers, support coordinator) – $500

We know that attending will require a lot of your time, effort and money.  We want to make sure it’s the right fit for you so you will get what you are looking for 

Please complete the application form below:

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Venue & Accommodation

Marion Hotel Mitchell Park

849 Marion Road, Mitchell Park

(08) 8276 8888

17 minutes from Adelaide Airport and 18 minutes from the city centre

Email: reception@marionhotel.com.au

Guests can book and pay for their rooms direct on a first in first served basis from the hotel website, www.marionhotel.com.au/stay
by entering the code: GOODLIFEBUILD1024

A discount rate of 10% off Best Available Rate is offered to guests wishing to stay any nights from 11th– 13th October.  

Included in all stays are daily housekeeping services, complimentary Wi-Fi, and complimentary, unrestricted parking.

Breakfast is $20 per person for a cooked breakfast, per night.