Congratulations grants recipients
Friday, 7 December 2018
EPIC Assist's Community Grants for Round 1 have been awarded, and we are proud to be supporting the following 27 organisations, located all along east...
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Today is International Day of People with Disability!
Monday, 3 December 2018
Today is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), and it’s an ideal opportunity to reflect on what people with disability bring to our communities....
Low Road café provides high road to employment for job seeker with disability
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
This week (26 – 30 November), employers all over the country are opening their doors to job seekers with disability for a single day as...
Taxing interview process pays off for job seekers
Wednesday, 7 November 2018
Nine people on the autism spectrum have secured IT jobs with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) in Brisbane through a new initiative called the Federal...
“It’s been such a positive experience for us.” – Alicia
Wednesday, 7 November 2018
A six-week internship with the remuneration service department at Mercy Health is paying off for job seeker Michael, turning into a paid position after he...
Julie brings sparkle to EPIC!
Wednesday, 31 October 2018
Superstar motivational speaker Julie Cross visited our Windsor service centre yesterday to run a session with our Regional Coordinators, Operations and State Managers, and members...
“Helping people with disability is something I feel strongly about.” – Georgia-Rose.
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Georgia-Rose has set her sights on a future in disability services, after her job at EPIC Maryborough sparked a newfound passion. Georgia-Rose has been completing...
Prioritising self-care
Friday, 12 October 2018
There are multiple challenges in life that can exacerbate stress, create disillusionment, and contribute to burnout. It is important that these challenges are managed in...
Giving boosts mental wellbeing
Friday, 12 October 2018
Giving is good for you There is a growing body of scientific evidence promoting the health benefits of helping others. Giving has been identified as...
10 tips for developing resilience
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
We often hear people talking about the importance of resilience when responding to the problems that life sometimes throws at us. But what is resilience...
“I have been where I did not see any light, but there is always a light.” – Rebecca
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
Rebecca’s journey to meaningful employment has been plagued with dark thoughts and moments of desperation. But only through hitting rock bottom was she able to...
Feeling connected improves mental wellbeing
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
Why connect? Connecting is effective in contributing to overall mental wellness, while also helping keep mental health conditions like depression and anxiety in check. As...
Lifelong learning is important for mental wellbeing
Tuesday, 9 October 2018
Why should we value learning? Lifelong learning is an important component of good mental health, but it often gets swept aside by tasks deemed more...
Mindfulness boosts mental wellbeing
Friday, 5 October 2018
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is one of those buzz words that we hear a lot these days. But what does it actually mean? Essentially, it’s...
Great staff make café all the sweeter
Thursday, 27 September 2018
There’s nothing as sweet as landing a great new job, especially when it involves coating raspberries in chocolate every day. Devonport local, Matt, started his...
Art: the power to break down barriers
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
Artists with disability have the power to move people, to speak truths, and to break down barriers in their community. Creating art is a responsibility that...
“This job gives me a purpose in life.” – Adam
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
Since Adam began his role with Devonport Chaplaincy four years ago, his passion for the community services sector has continued to grow. Adam has found...
“Before, I felt very anxious talking to people, but now I look forward to it.” – Luke
Monday, 17 September 2018
At EPIC, we’re not only focused on finding jobs for people with disability; we’re committed to ensuring our job seekers feel confident and prepared when...
Workplaces ideal environment for life-changing conversations
Thursday, 13 September 2018
R U OK? Day is all about creating communities and safe spaces where people can openly share their struggles. It’s about encouraging human connection in a...
“Keep trying and never give up.” – Blake
Friday, 7 September 2018
If someone told Blake he’d go from unemployed to an award-winning employee within 12 months, he wouldn’t have believed them. But that’s exactly where he’s...
