Participant Stories

For Jacob, the sound of a train horn and the hum of the tracks have always been more than just background noise. Trains have been his world, his passion, and…

“I love being creative. I experiment and find inspiration from things I see on the web and Pinterest. Whether its fonts, illustrations, a CD cover or a movie poster; I…

Before connecting with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Feros Care, Dennis felt stuck. Life had somewhat lost its spark, and his days were often spent in his lounge…

For Joshua, a young man with Level 3 autism spectrum disorder, an intellectual disability, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, finding meaningful work wasn’t easy. But with determination and the right support, he’s…

After sustaining a TPD (Total Permanent Disability) from a workplace injury as a nurse, Bernice faced a daunting seven-year journey of recovery. The thought of returning to the workforce seemed…

Self-advocacy is an important skill for everyone to develop – especially for those who have particular disability support needs and are unsure how to articulate them. Jacqui Whitehead, a 51-year-old…

Justin’s move from Alice Springs to South Australia was a welcome fresh start for his mum and siblings, who were seeking stronger connection to health and support services. Justin, a…

Download Easy Read options: Easy Read: Haylee’s Story (PDF) Easy Read: Haylee’s Story (Word) At the age of 30, Haylee, bursting with her usual bubbly energy, announced to her parents,…

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…

In the beach haven town of Bowen brews an entrepreneurial spirit that has nothing to do with its famed mangoes. People with disability have found an educational space to bring…

Liam’s life is an exciting adventure of imagination, creativity and visual expression. Living with autism and an intellectual disability, he has turned his love for writing and illustrating science fiction…

Revisiting Daniel’s story, it takes us back to August this year. He was the very first participant to enrol in Feros Care’s new Work Experience Program in South Australia. If…