A structured, supportive and quiet respite for people with disabilities.
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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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.
Leanne quietly observes what is happening around her before choosing what and when she wants to join in. She has been learning line dancing and regularly attends Shake, Rattle & Roll and Sit & Be Fit which provide low impact physical fitness. Leanne especially enjoys receiving hand massages improving her flexibility and movement.
It is great to see the improvements in your physical wellbeing.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
It is great to see the improvements in your physical wellbeing.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Building up everyday life skills is important for Jim to improve his confidence and independence.
Jim was extremely happy with the amount and quality of food from a recent visit to the Social Supermarket in Onekawa. He is looking forward to his next appointment there. It enabled Jim to do home baking which he enjoys whilst learning different ways to budget better and make healthy choices.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Jim was extremely happy with the amount and quality of food from a recent visit to the Social Supermarket in Onekawa. He is looking forward to his next appointment there. It enabled Jim to do home baking which he enjoys whilst learning different ways to budget better and make healthy choices.
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things, everyday times.
Paula is focusing on her overall growth and wellbeing.
Paula attends learning sessions at the centre where she regularly sharpens her cognitive skills.
Paula receives rewards for her attendance to numeracy and literacy sessions, such as gym sessions or ten-pin bowling, which contribute to her mental wellbeing and physical development.
Awesome work Paula!
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things
Paula attends learning sessions at the centre where she regularly sharpens her cognitive skills.
Paula receives rewards for her attendance to numeracy and literacy sessions, such as gym sessions or ten-pin bowling, which contribute to her mental wellbeing and physical development.
Awesome work Paula!
Everyday people, everyday places, everyday things
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