When McDonald’s Ballina was looking for a new team member, they decided to cast the net a little wider. Rikki, the McDonald's Ballina Manager, contacted Disability Employment Service provider EPIC Assist (EPIC) to see if they had a participant suitable for the role. EPIC thought their participant … Read more about Inclusion is on the menu at McDonald’s Ballina
Jolleen celebrates 15 years at Woolworths and counting
What began as a small job in 2006 has evolved into a 15-year EPIC journey for Woolworths Narangba employee Jolleen. This month, Jolleen celebrated 15 years working at the store. The team at Woolworths threw a party for the long-term employee to recognise her achievements and mark the momentous … Read more about Jolleen celebrates 15 years at Woolworths and counting
Art provides cultural connection and outlet for mental health
Fourteen years ago, an Indigenous Elder threw EPIC Assist (EPIC) participant Lisa a rock and told her to start painting to help her work through a challenging time. Painting positive affirmations on spirit rocks became a form of therapy for Lisa, who was diagnosed with Bipolar at 16 after manic … Read more about Art provides cultural connection and outlet for mental health
Misconceptions about people with PTSD
Over 1 million Australians have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but it is still a very misunderstood mental health condition. 27th June is PTSD Awareness Day, which is designed to raise awareness of PTSD and help more people access the treatment they need to recover and adjust. In our 30 … Read more about Misconceptions about people with PTSD
Daniel’s passion to improve people’s lives has developed into a career
When Daniel first approached EPIC Assist (EPIC) for help finding paid work, he had a clear goal: to one day become a Disability Support Worker. Having had the opportunity to access support himself, Daniel felt that with the right opportunity and the right employer, he could work with others to help … Read more about Daniel’s passion to improve people’s lives has developed into a career
Digital accessibility benefits everyone
Every user deserves a positive digital experience on the web. While digital accessibility was once thought of as a ‘nice to have’ element of a website, it is now imperative to ensure your website is accessible to all users. The great news is web accessibility also has many benefits for … Read more about Digital accessibility benefits everyone
Community, support, and inclusion at its core for Bird’s Nest Restaurant
When Marie, the owner of Bird’s Nest Restaurant, started chatting to one of her regulars Bevan about what he did for work she never imagined that it would result in changing someone’s life. Bevan works at EPIC Assist (EPIC) as an Employment Advisor. He discussed with Marie the many benefits of … Read more about Community, support, and inclusion at its core for Bird’s Nest Restaurant
Meet the café that’s serving up more than just your morning coffee
Stepping up to the counter of Oasis Café in Redcliffe, you’ll find more than just cake and coffee on the menu. The café, which serves drinks, cakes, breakfast, lunch, and (courtesy of the owners, Steve and Zokki) “wonderful conversations,” is passionate about creating a safe place where people … Read more about Meet the café that’s serving up more than just your morning coffee