News

Announcing Vista!
Wed, Aug 6 2008

Victorian Person Centred Services – a partner of the EW Tipping Foundation – has announced a new name.

The organisation, which is not-for-profit, will now be known as Vista Community Support.

Chief Executive Officer Richard Dent says the reason for the change is simple. “We needed a name that was easier for people to say and remember!” he said.

“We consulted widely in our communities, and chose the name Vista because it suggests new horizons and a new approach.”

This new approach coincides with the State Government’s shift towards individualised funding and self-direction for people with a disability.

Vista now supports more than 800 people, and dozens more choose it as their service provider every month.

“Individualised funding presents a wonderful opportunity to anyone with a disability to make choices about their support, and how and when it will happen,” said Richard. “It gives people the power to make decisions about their own lives - their dreams and their goals.

“We are passionate about working with people to provide with them with the support they want – that’s why our motto is “live life your way!”. Vista, and our longstanding partner the EW Tipping Foundation, is here to help.”

Vista will continue to offer an expanding range of community support services, including:
• One-on-one support for people at home or out in the community
• Aged care, including support for activities and to maintain independence
• Children’s services, including out-of-home care and crisis support
• Recreational and leisure activities
• Flexible respite at home or in the community.

For more information about Vista, phone (03) 9564 1030 or visit www.vistasupport.org.au.