Everyone is born with the intrinsic desire to express themselves. Creative media carries an incredible power in allowing individuals to access this self-expression. Through art forms, you can discover outlets that develop hope, improve mental health, relieve stress, and enhance empathy. Compass … Read more about Compass Institute enables people with disability to unleash creativity
Hand in Hand feeds the community with EPIC grant
For many local families, putting food on the table is a daily stress and challenge. But one local charity, Hand in Hand Community Project Moreton Shire (Hand in Hand), is working hard to change this reality. Over the past four years, Nellie Waldron and her volunteer team at Hand in Hand have … Read more about Hand in Hand feeds the community with EPIC grant
Camp supports kids to just be kids
Living alongside a family member with mental illness can be tough for kids, who are often required to step up and assume responsibilities beyond their years. And with 1 in 5 Australians living with mental illness at any one time, many families are navigating these challenges every day. Kookaburra … Read more about Camp supports kids to just be kids
“I’m now in an environment where I feel I can thrive” – Karen
Karen is happily employed in a job she feels passionate about, thanks to the support of EPIC’s powerhouse Cairns team. “The Cairns team are awesome, and certainly live up to the name ‘EPIC’,” says Karen. “After trying to fit in to the mainstream job providers with a ‘not your everyday’ type of … Read more about “I’m now in an environment where I feel I can thrive” – Karen
Bubbly Bree spreads joy around Caloundra
There are some people you meet that just have a zest for life; people whose passion and enthusiasm shines through and creates a ripple effect in the community around them. Bree is one such person, and she’s been putting smiles on faces at EPIC’s Caloundra office since she connected with us in … Read more about Bubbly Bree spreads joy around Caloundra
All kids welcome to stay and play at Raceview
Raceview Integrated Playgroup, run by ALARA, provides a supportive and relaxed environment for children with disability, siblings, and parents to enjoy themselves. The organisation was successful in EPIC Assist's (EPIC) recent round of Community Grants, with funds to be spent on purchasing materials … Read more about All kids welcome to stay and play at Raceview
Breakfast to help Sunshine Coast businesses tap into growth market
Businesses from across the Sunshine Coast are invited to attend EPIC Assist’s Diversity and Inclusion Breakfast on Thursday 21 February, to find out how they can tap into a growing market segment. EPIC CEO, Bill Gamack, says that with 1 in 5 Australians having a disability, businesses could be … Read more about Breakfast to help Sunshine Coast businesses tap into growth market
Emerald Community House shaping powerful differences for disability
EPIC Assist’s (EPIC) Community Grants program is making its way across Australia, supporting communities that are creating a difference for people with disability. After hearing of Emerald Community House’s incredible programs for people with disability, we are excited to announce them as a … Read more about Emerald Community House shaping powerful differences for disability