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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.
Disability Information Advisory Services (DIAS) aim to provide free, accurate, up to date and objective information and advice to disabled people, their families, whanau, aiga, caregivers, providers and the general public.
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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Flynn is committed to attending Complex Forme gym where he focuses on learning an array of skills and techniques to increase his physical fitness and overall well-being.
With support and guidance Flynn attentively listens to his personal trainer’s instructions and recommendations.
By consistently visiting the gym, Flynn boosts his stamina and endurance levels. Additionally, Flynn deepens his friendships with his peers and improves his communication skills.
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With support and guidance Flynn attentively listens to his personal trainer’s instructions and recommendations.
By consistently visiting the gym, Flynn boosts his stamina and endurance levels. Additionally, Flynn deepens his friendships with his peers and improves his communication skills.
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Ryan is working toward increasing his independence currently focusing on maximising room space for his overall wellbeing.
Ryan is an avid collector of dice, business cards, wooden off cuts, which all requires storage. He likes to research the appropriate storage required for each collection. Using his budgeting skills, he is very mindful of the cost ensuring it is affordable.
Ryan takes his time to consider the options before purchasing the items.
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Ryan is an avid collector of dice, business cards, wooden off cuts, which all requires storage. He likes to research the appropriate storage required for each collection. Using his budgeting skills, he is very mindful of the cost ensuring it is affordable.
Ryan takes his time to consider the options before purchasing the items.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times
Carson has been attending Hastings Menzshed learning a range of skills and techniques to complete a project.
By keenly watching and interacting with others, Carson is gaining a good understanding of the importance of reading, following instructions and how to use tools correctly for his creations.
Carson has enjoyed the process and is very proud to explain the steps needed to complete his 3 wooden toys.
Excellent work Carson! We look forward to seeing your next creation.
By keenly watching and interacting with others, Carson is gaining a good understanding of the importance of reading, following instructions and how to use tools correctly for his creations.
Carson has enjoyed the process and is very proud to explain the steps needed to complete his 3 wooden toys.
Excellent work Carson! We look forward to seeing your next creation.
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Beth’s best life is experiencing everything our community has to offer.
From wandering along the beach, gathering unique shells, embarking on a bus trip from Hastings to Havelock, or sharing a coffee with a friend at Mon’s café each outing is a gateway to living her best life.
These experiences not only bring Beth happiness but also enrich her life in meaningful ways, allowing her to embrace the beauty and excitement of the world around her.
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Beth’s best life is experiencing everything our community has to offer.
From wandering along the beach, gathering unique shells, embarking on a bus trip from Hastings to Havelock, or sharing a coffee with a friend at Mon’s café each outing is a gateway to living her best life.
These experiences not only bring Beth happiness but also enrich her life in meaningful ways, allowing her to embrace the beauty and excitement of the world around her.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times
DRC Living Life Connected
Ihakara loves being outside regardless of the weather exploring the natural environment around him.
He relishes the quiet and peace these areas give him taking his time to wonder and explore.
One of Ihakara’s favourite places is the Chinese garden at Cornwall Park which provides tranquillity and a sense of inner peace.
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Ihakara loves being outside regardless of the weather exploring the natural environment around him.
He relishes the quiet and peace these areas give him taking his time to wonder and explore.
One of Ihakara’s favourite places is the Chinese garden at Cornwall Park which provides tranquillity and a sense of inner peace.
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DRC Living Life Connected
Deena embraced the opportunity to perform at the recent International Cultures Day.
She wowed the crowd with her dazzling Bollywood performance, expressing her love for dancing, showing her confidence and self-determination.
Deena wanted to show everyone when you decided to do something you don’t need anyone else.
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Deena embraced the opportunity to perform at the recent International Cultures Day.
She wowed the crowd with her dazzling Bollywood performance, expressing her love for dancing, showing her confidence and self-determination.
Deena wanted to show everyone when you decided to do something you don’t need anyone else.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times
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