October 2020 - Keeley's Cause

Community Heroes Podcast – Episode #29

We have been featured in the Community Heroes Podcast, Originally published on October 22, 2020. This was a great experience
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October 26, 2020

Congratulations from Catherine King (MP)

This is a congratulations letter from Catherine King in response to Keely winning the Diana Award. Dear Keeley I am
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October 15, 2020

Our Socials

@keeleyscause

🎄THIS WEEKEND!!🎄⁠
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We're thrilled to announce that @darrelllea is hosting a Christmas Party this year, which is supporting us! ⁠
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Following the success of last year, they've decided to make it even bigger 🙂 Join us for FREE ENTRY.⁠
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Here's what they've got in store:⁠
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🎄Face Painting - (remember to bring gold coins for donations to Keeley's Cause)⁠
🎄Sausage Sizzle by the amazing team at Keeley's Cause⁠
🎄Coffee Van hosted by the Cruz'N & Coffee team⁠
🎄And that's not all! ⁠
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Enjoy fantastic sales, in-store prizes, and raffles throughout the day. ⁠
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Plus, brace yourself for a special visit from none other than SANTA himself 🙂🎅⁠
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When: Saturday, December 9th⁠
Time: 9 AM - 1 PM⁠
Where: 885 Wellington Road, Roweville⁠
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Check out the FB link via our bio!⁠
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#ChristmasParty #FestiveFun #CommunityEvent #DarrellLeaChristmas #SupportingKeeleysCause #HolidayCheers #SantaVisit #FacePaintingFun #InStorePrizes #RaffleTime #ChristmasSales #SpreadTheJoy #SeasonOfGiving #FreeEntry #DisabilityAwareness #AutismAwareness

You cannot blend in when you are meant to shine. ⁠
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Never will we dim the light of any child trying to be free, have fun, and express themselves. So many of us could really do with being able to see the world through a child's eyes and feel the enjoyment. ✨ ⁠
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#ShineBright #ExpressYourself #ChildhoodWonder #BeFree #JoyfulExpression #EmbraceIndividuality #AustismAwareness #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion

We know bullying exists, and it is an unfortunate reality that we have to face. While we can't shield our children from every challenge, we continue to instil in them the importance of kindness [& remind others around us!].⁠
In this ongoing journey, stories like 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' become beacons of hope and love for our hearts.⁠
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Acknowledging the existence of bullying is the first step. ⁠
Teaching our children and future generations to embrace kindness is a continuous effort. 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' stands as a powerful example that, despite initial judgments, everyone is beloved and remarkable in their own way. ⁠
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We can use this example to teach our children that it's okay to be different. It serves as a reminder of how much they are loved, even if it takes others a little longer for others to see it. The timeframe in which others appreciate our uniqueness is a reflection on them, not our children.⁠
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#KindnessMatters #EmbraceUniqueness #SpreadLove #RudolphTheRedNosedReindeer #TeachLove #BelovedAndRemarkable #StandAgainstBullying #ParentingJourney #HopeAndLove #EncourageKindness #AcceptanceMatters #YouAreLoved #EmbraceDifferences #BullyingAwareness #RaiseKindHumans #HeartwarmingStories #TeachEmpathy #EndBullying #AutsimAwareness #DisabilityAwareness

While Christmas brings joy, it also carries its fair share of stress and worry for many. We believe in creating an inclusive celebration. ⁠
With that in mind, here are some tips to help create a calm and inclusive Christmas environment. ⁠
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Do you have any additional tips to share?⁠
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Autism-Friendly Christmas Tips 🌈⁠
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🌟 Lights 🌟⁠
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Choose lights with adjustable brightness and flashing options to accommodate sensory preferences.⁠
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🌟Take a Break🌟⁠
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Christmas can be intense! Ensure there are breaks, quiet spaces, and keep headphones handy.⁠
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🌟Unpredictability🌟⁠
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Prepare for the festive period by creating a calendar. Review it together daily to help manage potential overwhelm.⁠
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🌟Eating🌟⁠
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No pressure on the Christmas feast! Nuggets or Pizza are perfectly okay. It's about what works for your loved ones.⁠
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🌟Having Fun🌟⁠
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Create or play games that include everyone. Be flexible with the rules and practice leading up to Christmas Day!⁠
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🌟Presents🌟⁠
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Not everyone enjoys presents or the act of opening them in front of others. Listen to preferences and respect individual comfort levels.⁠
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Spread the love and understanding this Christmas, and also, we encourage you not to be so hard on yourself. Christmas is what you make it and you can make it your own! 🎄💙 ⁠
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#AutismFriendlyChristmas #InclusiveCelebration #UnderstandingDifferences #DisabilityAwareness #AutismAwareness

We are back bigger and better for KEELEY’S CAUSE CHARITY RIDE #4

Public Event - ALL WELCOME

If you would like to join the ride in from the start line at BP rockbank (Ballarat bound) at 10:30am please contact the event organiser @leesphotography1

Let’s join together and support the kids on
@keeleyscause Giving Day

#charityrun #charityride #charityevent #supportingdreams #disabilities #givingday #doingitforthekids #ballan
@choppedandbobbed_inc

Great night tonight at @_freemason_official Lodge Bharat No 945- Diwali Night 2023 with one of our Directors James, where @keeleyscause was the recipient of the nights Charity Auctions

A huge thank you to @gorogupta for organising this night to support the Charity and sharing the festival of lights story and celebrations with us which was such an honour to be a part of

#diwali #celebration #fundraising #charitysupport #freemason #makingadifferencetogether #festivaloflights