After sustaining an injury, and realising that he could no longer continue in his current line of work, Patrice Sullivan turned to EPIC Assist (EPIC) for support. He had tried other providers but was told that he would need to find somewhere that understood him, his injury and could provide him … Read more about The game changer is support: Patrice’s journey to find his confidence
Horticultural trainees learn by doing with Abilities Plus
Abilities Plus - Learning By Doing Group provides education in horticulture, conservation and land management, combined with literacy and life skills, to people with disability and the disadvantaged in the Gold Coast community. The group provides pathways to employment in landscaping and … Read more about Horticultural trainees learn by doing with Abilities Plus
Businesses urged to make a change this Stress Down Day
Everyone experiences stress at some point during their life. Whether it’s that impending deadline at work or a tough situation at home, some days stress can just hit you from every angle. When all those demands begin to bottleneck, it can be difficult to find a way pass, but the first step is … Read more about Businesses urged to make a change this Stress Down Day
Community grants round 3 recipients announced
EPIC’s Community Grants program provides financial assistance to organisations who create opportunities and welcome people with disability. The grant recipients for round 3 represent the diverse community that EPIC supports. These include rehabilitation and exercise programs, theatre and comedy … Read more about Community grants round 3 recipients announced
EPIC Assist serving up more than jobs in Bundaberg
24 job seekers connected with the EPIC Bundaberg team have been served up more than jobs this June, taking part in a Jamie’s Ministry of Food program to learn practical cooking skills. Over five-weeks, participants learn how to whip up affordable and healthy meals that can be made on the fly. For … Read more about EPIC Assist serving up more than jobs in Bundaberg
Men’s Health Week
Traditionally, strength is measured by how many weights you can lift. But what does it mean to be a strong man? True strength is a quiet and unstoppable sense of purpose that drives you forward and defines how you respond to adversity. It is not brute force, but rather an internal strength that … Read more about Men’s Health Week
Night Ninjas tackle stigma with EPIC Community Grant
Night Ninjas are springing to action in the Redland community and tackling the challenges of homelessness and hardship head-on with an EPIC Community Grant. As a part of their unique support program, Night Ninjas are paving the way towards inclusivity goals and helping people with disability conquer … Read more about Night Ninjas tackle stigma with EPIC Community Grant
How to manage stress and anxiety when studying
Everyone goes through stressful or anxious periods in their life. These are often in response to particularly demanding or worrying situations, and usually pass when the pressure subsides. Anxiety is more than just feeling stressed or worried – it’s when these feelings don’t pass, they frequently … Read more about How to manage stress and anxiety when studying