Alkira Awards 2020

We recognise and celebrate participants, employees and volunteers for their contributions, achievements and commitment to Alkira. This year’s awards announced at our Annual General Meeting on the 20th October 2020 were:   50 years of Service* Ruth Walker Alkira participant Ruth joined Alkira in 1970 when she was just 4 years old. Ruth has never..

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The Participant Committee

Have you heard of the Participant Committee? They assist Alkira in a lot of ways, and ensure we are providing the best service for participants. The members are advocates for people with intellectual disabilities and go to VALID meetings and conferences like the Having a Say Conference. They are elected every year after being voted..

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Alkira Respite – home away from home

Participants love coming to stay with us at Alkira Respite. The Respite Services provide short-term accommodation to adults with intellectual disabilities at two different locations. The house in Mont Albert has a capacity of four people and the one in Forest Hill can accommodate two people. Both houses have a warm, friendly and inclusive atmosphere…

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