The Board
Sr Malgorzata Kozub (Provincial Leader)
Area of work- Provincial Leader of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, Director of Mission at HFS
Qualifications: Master of Theology, Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
I believe that Holy Family Services is the place where small things are done with great love.
Lech Madry (Chairman)
Area of work: EDUCATION; 37 years with NSW DET; Secondary Deputy Principal (Retired)
Qualifications: BMusEd (Syd); MEdAdmin (UNSW)
As a director of HFS, it is important to ensure the Mission and integrity of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth is upheld across all areas - what was; what is; what will be. Ensuring the legacy continues to grow long into the future. Maintaining a Polish identity, but acknowledging our place as part of a diverse, wider community.
John Farfus
Area of work: Self Employed Chartered Accountant
Qualifications: ACA, B Com (majoring in accounting)
As a Director of Holy Family Services, I am glad to be associated with this brilliant organisation that puts the care of its residence, children, students and families first.
Sr Grazyna Roclawska
Area of work: Member of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family in capacity of treasurer/councillor; Pastoral care and education; Promotion of adult’s formation
Qualifications: Master of Theology Degree, TAE, Diploma in Children’s Services
I believe Holy Family Services is very fortunate to have a team of dedicated management, staff and the Board, which continuously leads us in outstanding service to the families within the charism of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. I am really grateful to be a part of this team.
Loula Koutrodimas
Area of work: Business Advisory and Consultancy
Qualifications: RN, BN, MN, BHM, BHS, GDFM, CPA.
Many organisations have inspirational and motivational mission, vision and value statements. Holy Family Services sets itself apart and has no equal in delivering these guiding principles every day, across the business from the very young to the frail elderly and the students in their care. These values and the achievement of the mission is enabled by the dedication of all staff at Holy Family and the ongoing support of the Sisters. It is not only a privilege to be a Director of Holy Family Services, but an honour to be of service.
Kristina Kurkowski
Area of work: Psychologist in a private practice
Qualifications: Psychologist B.A. (Hons.)
I believe Holy Family Services is a unique service provider to elderly and children. The organisation has many years of experience in understanding the needs and provision of care to people from diverse cultural backgrounds. It is my great honour to serve on the board as a member of visionary team. My role is to constructively participate in the development of organisation and consumer centred services, providing support to staff in their effort to respond to the needs of the people we serve, providing appropriate services, committed to ‘Hospitality, Love and Acceptance’.
Peter Malecki
Area of work: Solicitor
Qualifications: BA LLB GAICD
Holy Family Services provides support and care for those most vulnerable members of our community. I have observed how each member of the Holy Family Services team lives and breathes the values of Hospitality Love and Acceptance when caring for the young and old. I am proud to be a part of the Holy Family Services team and pleased to offer my time to support them.
Sue Tolhurst
Area of work: I am the WSLHD Dementia Advisor. I provide information, education and support to people with dementia and their family and friends. I advocate for dementia friendly communities and enhanced quality of life for people with dementia.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Social Studies (Sydney University), Justice of the Peace.
I feel privileged to be a Director of Holy Family Services, I am continually impressed with the dedication, hard work and compassion of the management and staff, especially with the significant challenges we all face in 2020.
Anthony Spata
Area of Work: Human Resources Consulting
Qualifications: Bachelor of Business
It is a privilege to serve as Director at Holy Family Services, and to assist the Sisters and leaders of this community in their mission of service to all who live, work and contribute to this organisation. Our leadership team, staff and volunteers work together in harmony to deliver the services Holy Family Services is renowned for in Western Sydney. With the guidance of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, we embrace the challenges this sector brings, and move forward in the spirit of our founder’s mission to support family life and values.