Complex health conditions such as cerebral palsy (CP) are widely misunderstood. Across the globe, almost 17 million people and 34,000 people here in Australia have CP. Despite being one of the most common childhood congenital disorders in the world myths and misinformation … Read more about Misconceptions about cerebral palsy
Happy Mother’s Day: celebrating our EPIC mums of children with disability
At times it is thankless, and the work never really ends, but you can’t be replaced and there’s nobody quite like you, mum. Happy Mother’s Day to all the special matriarchs out there. From guardians to grandmas and all other mothers across the globe, this day is for you. Being a mother truly … Read more about Happy Mother’s Day: celebrating our EPIC mums of children with disability
Determination and support led to employment success
Finding a job can be a rigid process. Each application has the same method of submitting your CV, completing an interview, offering referees, and then getting the job. Unfortunately, this process doesn’t allow for people with different communication styles to show their true potential. Jaxon was … Read more about Determination and support led to employment success
Earles Paint Place brings out a new shade in their inclusive workforce
Every person with disability has a right to meaningful employment. Melissa White, the Director of Earles Paint Place in Maryborough, is one employer making this a reality. With humble beginnings as a sign shop in 1936, Earles Paint Place is a family-run business founded by Melissa’s grandparents, … Read more about Earles Paint Place brings out a new shade in their inclusive workforce
Support you can find in every aisle: FoodWorks Hervey Bay supports the disability community
Like most small cities, Hervey Bay is passionate about placing community first. One small business is putting this ethos into action. Tucked away just a short drive down the road from the Hervey Bay Airport, is a family-run business making a real difference in the lives of local young people with … Read more about Support you can find in every aisle: FoodWorks Hervey Bay supports the disability community
Misconceptions about bipolar disorder
Complex mental health conditions, such as bipolar are incredibly misunderstood. Whether it is due to a general lack of understanding or believing in damaging stereotypes many people with bipolar have faced with discrimination, bullying, isolation or, at its worst, violence throughout their … Read more about Misconceptions about bipolar disorder
Selected EPIC offices closed due to weather emergency
Edit (4th April 2022): All offices have reopened, except for Lismore. Lismore will continue to conduct appointments via phone or video conferencing where possible. EPIC Assist (EPIC) wishes to inform our job seekers and employers that a selection of our offices in Queensland and New South Wales … Read more about Selected EPIC offices closed due to weather emergency
Rebecca makes a splash at Kingfisher Bay Resort
When Rebecca was diagnosed with autism and ADHD back in grade 10, she didn’t ever picture herself landing a full-time job at a fancy resort on a tropical island. But after two years of climbing the ranks at Kingfisher Bay Resort and well on her way to becoming a team leader, it’s clear that’s … Read more about Rebecca makes a splash at Kingfisher Bay Resort