Golf Vic Vol 60 No 1

HELP GOLF GIVE A HELPING HAND TO KIDS WITH AUTISM Any day out at Woodlands is already sure to be a pretty good one. Being able to support a wonderful cause at the same time? Even better. The Helping Hands Golf Day will be returning to Woodlands for a sixth year on Friday March 22, raising funds for Helping Hands ASD Intervention. ASD stands for Autism Spectrum Disorder and it is estimated that one in 63 children has a formal autism diagnosis. Helping Hands provides support for affected families in many ways, with a centre that specialises in Applied Behavioural Analysis to attain lasting improvements in a child’s behaviour, communication, cognition, motor skills, independent living skills, play and social interaction. It also has case managers to help parents manage problem behaviours, with programs tailored to each child’s strengths and weaknesses to ensure he/she can make as much progress as possible. The annual Helping Hands Golf Day is played over 18 holes of ambrose, starting at 1pm with a shotgun start following a light lunch at midday. In the evening, there will be a three-course dinner with entertainment featuring comedian Dave O’Neil as the master of ceremonies, along with raffles and auctions (both silent and ‘loud’!). The cost of the day is $250 per person or $960 for a table of four, with early-bird discounts of $20 person or $80 per table available before March 12. This covers the golf, entertainment, lunch and dinner, with all drinks (excluding spirits) included. All profits will go to the Helping Hands Foundation. For more information or to register, please contact Michele Backholer on 9585 5697 or 0419 586 094. Golf Victoria 45