For many, Christmas is a jovial time to celebrate with friends and family. However packed calendars, financial stress and the family issues that roll in with the festive season can quickly become very overwhelming. For the 1 in 5 Australians that have a mental health condition, the added stress … Read more about Mental health at Christmas time
Art exhibition shifts perspectives surrounding disability and mental health
For many artists, it’s a lifetime dream and goal to have their work exhibited in a public gallery. EPIC Assist’s (EPIC) annual art exhibition provides this exciting opportunity to emerging and professional artists with disability or a mental health condition. Now in its fifth year, the … Read more about Art exhibition shifts perspectives surrounding disability and mental health
How to make your work party accessible to everyone
Corporate Christmas parties are a great way to boost staff morale, get the entire team together, and say thank you for all their hard work. If you’re planning on hosting a Christmas party for your workplace, whether it’s a small gathering at the office or a decked-out party in a function room, … Read more about How to make your work party accessible to everyone
Comedians with disability laugh out loud
International Day of People with Disability (3rd December) is fast on its way, and we’re thrilled to see a number of events on the calendar dedicated to promoting an understanding of people with disability and encouraging support for their dignity, rights and well-being. Lismore comedy club Larry … Read more about Comedians with disability laugh out loud
Clancy sweeps away his barriers in a new cleaning role
Clancy Whiteman has found a new purpose in his life since starting his job as a cleaner at Xcell Health and Fitness. Before starting this role, Clancy was struggling to find work that suited his needs. Clancy, who has Asperger’s syndrome is only able to work eight hours a week, and because of … Read more about Clancy sweeps away his barriers in a new cleaning role
Gardening more than just a job for Adam
We were thrilled to recently receive an update from one of our former job seekers, Adam Lopez. EPIC helped Adam secure work as a gardener for UKI Public School in Murwillumbah back in February 2018. Since then, Adam has excelled in his role. The school is incredibly proud of all the hard work Adam … Read more about Gardening more than just a job for Adam
Temporary roles important stepping stones for Cairns job seekers
Two job seekers connected with EPIC Assist’s Cairns Service Centre, Edward and Samuel, have discovered that it’s good to be open to opportunities that may turn into stepping stones to employment success. Both job seekers have recently started temporary roles with a Queensland Government … Read more about Temporary roles important stepping stones for Cairns job seekers
Emergency food services a relief for struggling communities
Having food in the pantry is something many people take for granted. When searching for employment, access to food supplies can become a genuine concern. Food relief programs set up by local organisations are one way to help those in the community who may be going through a difficult period … Read more about Emergency food services a relief for struggling communities