In this episode, Annie Jorgensen interviews John Beaver and Les Young about their long-standing involvement with GV Hospice. They share insights into their roles, challenges, fundraising efforts, property development, and the community’s support over 38 years.
Featured
Annie Jorgensen – Host
Annie has worked at GV Hospice for 8 years, taking on the role of Clinical Manager & Quality Coordinator almost 4 years ago.
Annie is an outstanding clinical leader, combining excellent clinical expertise with compassionate, person-centred practice. Annie oversees the multidisciplinary teams at GV Hospice; her leadership driving innovation and service excellence, ensuring care is delivered with empathy, respect, and care.
Les Young – Guest
Joining the Committee of Management in 1994, Les has been a valuable member of the service. Through his real estate profession, Les has been involved in all of the building acquisitions and obtaining fundraising for the service.
Stepping down from his position on the Committee in 2025, Les continues to support GV Hospice as a community representative on our Property Sub-Committee and attending fundraising events where possible.
John Beaver – Guest
John Beaver has been a dedicated member of GV Hospice since its early development. During his time, John has served on the Committee of Management, the fundraising committee, the Hospice Foundation, and undertaken many roles through the organisation with his property expertise.
Involved in many areas, John continues to support the service through his help with the Opportunity Shop and other building related matters at GV Hospice as well as a community representative on the Property Sub-Committee.