The Gap Sub-Branch RSL Why an RSL ? It was pretty simple really. In 1916 troops returning from WWI wanted to preserve the spirit of mate-ship formed amidst the carnage and horror of battle, to honour the memory of the fallen and most importantly to help each other whenever required. This was the start of the concept of “welfare”. Originally called the Returned Sailors and Solders Imperial League of Australia ( RSSILA ), over the years and with several name changes, it has become today’s Returned Services League of Australia, our RSL. The underlying philosophy of the League is mate-ship and this is as true now as it was in 1916. In 1916, there was no formal government welfare service for veterans and the RSL committed itself to provide for the sick, wounded and needy among those that
had served including their dependants: ie Welfare
What does the RSL do now? Still the same. The emphasis is still on welfare. This welfare ranges from the 28 or so large nursing and retirement homes run by the RSL, to the personal one-onone welfare activities at the branch level.
Like many an organisation the RSL’s major asset is its people and this is no more evident than at the branch level, and a good example is our Welfare Officer Mrs Karen Minns. Karen and her team are constantly checking on the well-being of our elderly members, including our beloved War Widows, contacting family and friends of deceased members, chasing
Shoulder to shoulder, Always
medical appointments, and social services; in other words helping any or all in need,even if they are not members of the RSL. If we can’t help, we will refer you to someone who can. Pretty simple really. Lest WE Forget Pictured left to right, Welfare Officer, Mrs Karen Minns, briefing President David Esler and Secretary Mrs Susan Le Rossingol on current welfare activities
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