Compliments
To Dan Winter and Gabriel Veron from the research team from patient participants in the REMDAS Study : “ Appreciate how well you and Gabriel looked after me too - it was fun! ’
“ Well done to you both for providing an environment in which people are happy to participate in research to improve healthcare provision and outcomes, excellent job. ”
“ Thank you for the vouchers and the opportunity to participate in the study, it was quite fun, and great getting to meet you and the others. ” Cristina Cullen (NB counselling team) from counselling client: "I can't tell these things to other people but I can to you, and it's refreshing...and I know you listen. Because of that I can open up properly". John Kenniwell (MERIT team) from MERIT program: “ G ’ day John. Just wanted to say a big thanks for everything you did for me in MERIT. I got a really good result at court. Hope you ’ re enjoying your holidays ’. Dr Jarrod Bradley (OTP and CL registrar) from Dan Winter: “ A shoutout to Dr Jarrod Bradley, who kindly assisted with some of the participant ’ s later sessions while Gabriel has been on leave. ” To the CL Team (NSRMHS) from UTS on behalf of Students: “ Thank you to the CL team (Bev, Simon and Jarrod) for the time spent with the nursing students of the last few weeks. The engagement and involvement was invaluable, they have learnt so much. ” To Rebecca Doorey (BCHC MH) from Bridge Housing Support Coordinator: “ Bridge Housing & I have worked with Rebecca for several years and in relation to several of our tenants. Rebecca has been excellent in the level of care she provides but is also extremely professional & compassionate.
She is a fantastic communicator and will respond in a timely manner.
It is clear her focus is her clients & building excellent relationships with other community services & supports.
It is always a comfort to know a tenant will be supported by Rebecca.
I would also like to give a mention to Anthony Neville, Nurse Unit Manager (ACT) who also works alongside Bridge Housing in the best interests of our mutual clients & the community. He too is a wonderful communicator & extremely helpful. To Stephen Sanderson (Ryde ACT) from Peng Zhang: “ On multiple occasions ….. Stephen has stepped up without hesitation to support and protect the team during high - risk situations. His courage and reliability make a nig difference. Thanks. ”. From former D&A clients – to Elysa Renton in the NB D&A counselling team this week: “ Hi Elysa, Not sure if you remember me but I saw you for a while at Mona Vale. I just wanted to let you know that I made 10 years sober last Monday and I ’ ve been reflecting this last week on my journey and how kind your, gentle, empathetic support helped me so much to find my way. I am living a healthy, full life and alcohol is just not a part of it anymore. I still love trees and hug them at every opportunity! I hope that you are well and that this email finds you. ” “ Hi Elysa, I still think of you and hope that you and your family are doing well. I still appreciate all the time and advice you gave me. 10 years single and still pretty happy that way. Glad to hear you ’ re back here – hope you ’ re happy too. ”
“ Well done Elysa, 2 compliments from previous clients that still hold you in high regard and attribute part of their recovery to you is a huge achievement. ” - Hannah Cook
These are beautiful comments Elysa and so poignant as they demonstrate the impact of your compassion and authenticity a decade later. ” - Dr Kylie Sutherland NSR D&A
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