Community projects
Wanting to reconnect socially, an NDIS participant has captured the moment after a connection with a Feros Care LAC leads to photography opportunity.
Growing up in Venezuela with blindness in one eye, Isabel Osuna-Gatty has overcome cultural and linguistic differences in Australia on a journey to growing bold for others.
Workshops, virtual events or through sponsorship, Feros Care and Mackay’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community stood side by side to celebrate NAIDOC week. Read how!
The Isaac Job Fair, to be held on 28 April, is a community employment expo providing an opportunity for all jobseekers in the area to connect with employers, information and points of supports to assist them in gaining employment.
Earlier this year, Feros Care introduced its inaugural work experience program in South Australia. The program is designed to build confidence, empower individuals with a disability to pursue employment opportunities, and set them up with the tools to thrive in their line of work.
In 2019, Sengo arrived in Australia as a refugee from Congo in East Africa. As he had a disability and spoke limited English, he experienced feelings of isolation and detachment. Despite these challenges, Sengo persevered and has not only become an engaged and respected member of the community, but has even started his own successful business!
Raffy Sgroi’s life has been one driven by an unwavering passion for community engagement and the pursuit of meaningful change in our world.
As Feros Care, we’re eagerly preparing for the International Day of People with Disability 2023. Only 9% of workplaces across Australia employ someone with a disability. We’re here to change that.
“Try Before You Ride” has set a precedent for future initiatives, proving that with proper support and information, apprehensions about public transport can turn into confidence and enthusiasm. This event was a significant step towards empowering individuals and enriching their lives with the freedom and independence that confident travel brings.
