ConnectGV was established in 1954 by a group of proactive community members and a local service club who had great vision and identified that there was a need for such a service.

Prior to its establishment, no facility within the Goulburn Valley existed that catered for the needs of people with a disability.

ConnectGV is a not for profit ISO accredited organisation, limited by guarantee, and is governed by a Board of Directors committed to providing diverse options and quality service provision. The Board of Directors is also committed to securing the future direction of ConnectGV and have therefore adopted a strategic plan.  The directions outlined in this strategic plan for 2009 - 2011, have been developed by the Board in consultation with our key stakeholders and the local community.  The plan reaffirms the commitment as a major provider of disability services in the Goulburn Valley.  This document focuses on clients and staff and provides the basis for detailed planning for the next three years.  It establishes the template against which decisions are derived, performance is measured and resources are allocated.  It acts as the guide to focus agency energy.  To download a copy of the GV Centre Strategic Plan, please click here.  Strategic Plan.

ConnectGV is managed by Chief Executive Officer, Mr Bruce Giovanetti and it employs a number of Senior Managers to oversee and operate the various facets of the agency. A large base of talented and committed support and residential staff are drawn upon to deliver options, and ConnectGV also welcomes the support and services of volunteers who volunteer their services on a regular or one off event basis.

Vision

A fully inclusive community.

Mission

"To continuously develop, co-ordinate and provide service options of excellence to meet the individual needs of people with disabilities."

Values

• Individuality … respecting the needs and opinions of individuals
• Accountability … through professional service delivery
• Empathy … in the way we relate to participants
• Co-operation … working effectively together
• Social justice … and equity for all people
• Integrity … in conducting our service

Outcomes

ConnectGV aims for people to:

• Become more confident and assertive in achieving personal goals
• Develop skills to become more self reliant and independent
• Expand and develop friendships through social interaction and integration
• Enable people to pursue leisure options, recreational options and access to the community
• Gain pre-vocational skills to enhance employment options
• Access a pathway for development via coordinated services