A number of people on the Autism Spectrum have begun their journey into the workforce with the unlikeliest of friends by their side: pigs and piglets in need of care. EPIC Assist (EPIC) has been working closely with Specialisterne Australia, Autism CRC and SunPork Farms to support people with … Read more about Australian first autism pilot project gains national attention
Supporting our local communities in 2016
EPIC Assist (EPIC) has a proud tradition of giving back to local communities. Inclusive communities enable meaningful participation for people with disability, whether in employment, sports, or recreational activities. In 2016 we supported a range of community initiatives through sponsorships, … Read more about Supporting our local communities in 2016
EPIC collaborates with world-class Asperger’s expert for video series
EPIC has joined forces with Asperger’s Syndrome expert Tony Attwood to develop a three-part series about job hunting on the Autism Spectrum. Also featuring EPIC’s own Zach Zaborny, the series guides job seekers through the minefield of job searching, interviewing, securing and maintaining a job … Read more about EPIC collaborates with world-class Asperger’s expert for video series
EPIC sponsored junior footy stars celebrate successful season
EPIC sponsored sporting group North Lakes Eels Junior AFL Football Club capped off an awesome season last weekend, winning their final game and enjoying a presentation day at their St. Benedict’s College home turf. But it’s not about the amount of points on the board for this small, enthusiastic … Read more about EPIC sponsored junior footy stars celebrate successful season
EPIC sponsored cycling team braves tough ride for Queensland Road Team Series
EPIC Assist sponsored cycling dynamos Balmoral Elite Team have been participating in the Queensland Road Team Series, bravely tackling challenges head-on among a competitive field of riders. The third round of the series took place last weekend, August 20 and 21, at Murwillumbah and saw riders … Read more about EPIC sponsored cycling team braves tough ride for Queensland Road Team Series
Laying the groundwork to future employment for children with disability
The parents of all children have hopes and aspirations for them, but often the parents of children with a disability are told that their child will not be able to participate in work and the activities that go along with it. Test scores or physical skills aren’t essential for success. The most … Read more about Laying the groundwork to future employment for children with disability
EPIC merges with Ability Group to extend services into Tasmania and Victoria
The Boards of not-for-profit organisations EPIC Assist and Ability Tasmania Group (Ability) are pleased to announce a merger of their organisations, effective from May 2, 2016. The merger of the two organisations is built on an alignment of our mission and vision; to enable people and communities … Read more about EPIC merges with Ability Group to extend services into Tasmania and Victoria
EPIC Assist achieves Australian first Disability Confident Recruiter status
We are proud to announce EPIC has become the first organisation in Australia to achieve Disability Confident Recruiter Status through the Australian Network on Disability (AND). AND is a not for profit organisation taking a leadership role in the inclusion of people with disability in all aspects … Read more about EPIC Assist achieves Australian first Disability Confident Recruiter status