Employment
At Feros Care, we believe that when people work together, amazing things can happen. And that’s exactly what we’re seeing in our Disability Employment Workshops in the Australian Capital Territory. With the third series done and dusted, we’re super excited about the progress we’ve made with peer-supporting people with disability to find meaningful work. Over 78 professionals from different fields – such as employment, education, and advocacy – have joined forces at the workshops to tackle disability employment issues. In our latest workshop, 26 experts brainstormed strategies to make a real difference, and the passion in the room was incredible.
In a heartening story from the front lines of aged care, Tony Gillespie’s transition from a seasoned contractor to an impassioned carer flips the usual mid-life script. Tony’s journey is representative of Feros Care’s mission to overturn aged care stereotypes and shows how it’s never too late to embark on a meaningful second (or third) career. His story is now showing as part of the SMASHING! documentary series, and we guarantee it’s one you won’t want to miss.
At Feros Care, we are committed to smashing stereotypes around people with disability and employment. As part of our documentary series SMASHING! we are shining a light on Cate Williams, one of our Customer Acquisition and Retention Experts, who has turned her disability challenges into her strengths, enriching not only her own life but also those of her clients.
As Wommin Bay Village’s Lifestyle Coordinator, Crystal spends her days planning fun, interactive, and ‘outside the box’ activities for the residents. The joy she gets from seeing their big happy smiles is her greatest reward.
In the world of job hunting, there’s something special about finding a place that really gets you. Feros Care is not just another employer. We’re a community of dream makers and kindness warriors, each bringing our own special flair to the table. Our culture is all about cheering each other on, every step of the […]
We’re a colourful bunch at Feros Care and we welcome everyone from all walks of life. Our recruitment doors (and hearts) are open to those who want to make a real difference for people in the community. Our mission is to actively include, welcome, and value the unique contributions of all our team members, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.
Prahb’s episode of SMASHING! celebrates her unique journey and how her culture enriches her work and the lives of those she cares for. It’s another example of how diversity, passion, and personal stories are not just welcomed but celebrated at Feros Care. Prahb, with her engaging personality, her love for food and family, and her commitment to her clients, perfectly embodies the spirit of what makes Feros Care different.
Just as our trailblazing Feros Care team members aren’t your typical aged care workers, 76-year-old Darryl Ferney isn’t your typical aged care client.
Boasting an eclectic backstory with a rich tapestry of interesting and downright cool professional and personal highlights, he’s about as vanilla as a rainbow paddle pop. In other words, Darryl obliterates the ‘boring and beige’ stereotype sometimes associated with his age group, and is the personification of an aged care recipient reframing public perception.
Paulette is actively changing perceptions about aged care. When Paulette tells people she’s still working in physiotherapy at 81 they have their doubts. “I find the first misconception is, she’s old, and therefore she’s frail. Followed by she’s old, therefore she can’t be with it,” Paulette reveals. Paulette’s story has been brought to life in Feros Care’s groundbreaking new documentary series, SMASHING!
At the ripe age of 30, Haylee, bursting with her usual bubbly energy, announced to her parents, “It’s my turn now please.” Seeing her two sisters and brother grow up and move out of home, she was itching to do the same. Having Down syndrome was not an obstacle as far as Haylee was concerned.
Being loving parents, only wanting the best for their daughter, her parents did have some reservations. But Haylee was determined to stand on her own two feet and live as an independent woman. Seven years down the track Haylee has proven it was a great decision.
Standard employment isn’t the right fit for Dave. But thanks to Career Journey he has discovered what is, and how to pursue it. Since Covid entered our lives, the way we view employment structure has changed. The 9-5 workforce stereotype is no longer the norm, with work-from-home and hybrid opportunities becoming more common. People have […]
Softly spoken, sweet-natured, and truly dedicated to her work, it’s undeniable that Deepa Shrestha is an asset to the residents and her colleagues at Feros Care’s Wommin Bay Residential Village.
Her story from arriving in Australia in 2017 with no formal qualifications to becoming Clinical Manager at Wommin Bay is an inspiring one. Fostering special connections with the residents who have become like family, Deepa personifies why Wommin Bay is a haven for happy, holistic, and bold ageing.
