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Assisting people with disabilities to be valued contributors to their community, helping them to have the confidence, skills and support of their families and friends to reach their potential.
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Helping people with a difference to plan their careers, find employment, and provide in-work support. Including a free recruitment service for employers.
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Aaron finds fulfilment in fitness sessions, especially when he is with his peers.
Whether he’s joining group workouts or pursuing individual routines, Aaron is committed to improving overall physical wellbeing.
Keep it up Aaron!
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Whether he’s joining group workouts or pursuing individual routines, Aaron is committed to improving overall physical wellbeing.
Keep it up Aaron!
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Ryan, Aimee, and Aaron recently had the opportunity to try a new local promotional drink.
Intrigued after tasting the refreshing drink, which he felt lacked enough sweetness, Ryan struck up a lively conversation with the drink promoters.
Ryan keenly asked questions and provided his thoughts.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Intrigued after tasting the refreshing drink, which he felt lacked enough sweetness, Ryan struck up a lively conversation with the drink promoters.
Ryan keenly asked questions and provided his thoughts.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
The service users bid farewell to long-standing staff members Eunice and Sally with a heartfelt sign language performance to the song "One Call Away." Laughter and smiles filled the room during a cheerful morning tea, capturing moments of happiness and appreciation for their years of dedication.
We thank both Eunice and Sally, wishing them abundant joy and success as they embark on new chapters of their lives.
We thank both Eunice and Sally, wishing them abundant joy and success as they embark on new chapters of their lives.
Rachel is a reading enthusiast!
She is a captivating storyteller, enchanting her peers with her animated readings. While at the library, she becomes a silent explorer, lost in the magic of books.
With each book, Rachel's world blossoms, revealing new dimensions of imagination and knowledge. Reading stimulates Rachel’s creativity, sharpens her critical thinking skills, and nurtures a lifelong love of learning.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
She is a captivating storyteller, enchanting her peers with her animated readings. While at the library, she becomes a silent explorer, lost in the magic of books.
With each book, Rachel's world blossoms, revealing new dimensions of imagination and knowledge. Reading stimulates Rachel’s creativity, sharpens her critical thinking skills, and nurtures a lifelong love of learning.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Caitlin has a passion for cooking and baking adding her own touch of joy to her creations.
Caitlin not only grants increased independence, she also experiences a sense of achievement and satisfaction from showcasing her talents to people around her.
Keep up the fantastic work, Caitlin!
Caitlin not only grants increased independence, she also experiences a sense of achievement and satisfaction from showcasing her talents to people around her.
Keep up the fantastic work, Caitlin!
Blair regularly volunteers at the Cancer Society car washing, transforming soap suds into smiles and connections!
We asked Blair a few questions about his role at the Cancer Society. Blair shared his secret why he's been volunteering for so long: the staff and his peers treat him well.
It's the genuine appreciation he gets from the Cancer Society and his peers that keeps him motivated while also providing a sense of belonging. Feeling valued empowers Blair, demonstrating how uplifting recognition and acknowledgement can be in a person’s life.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
We asked Blair a few questions about his role at the Cancer Society. Blair shared his secret why he's been volunteering for so long: the staff and his peers treat him well.
It's the genuine appreciation he gets from the Cancer Society and his peers that keeps him motivated while also providing a sense of belonging. Feeling valued empowers Blair, demonstrating how uplifting recognition and acknowledgement can be in a person’s life.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
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