Check out what our Feros Care Local Area Coordinators are doing in the community.
We’ve handpicked our favourite stories that are helping to smash stereotypes and work towards everybody living a bold and connected life.
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Stuff the rulebook, says Sam who shows he canBarriers are there to be broken down and with a fearless attitude and bold beliefs, Sam Stubbs is showing the world that he can. Read his story!
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The Team star Michael Foster Q&AMichael Foster was born at 29 weeks and has lived with cerebral palsy all his life. His twin brother, Aaron, might not have cerebral palsy, but he supports Michael in everything he does - they are true team players. Read Michael's Q&A!
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When teamwork makes the dream work: The fearless twins conquering cerebral palsy17-year-old twins Michael and Aaron support each other in conquering cerebral palsy and shutting down disability discrimination together. As Michael says: “When people are like, ‘you can’t do that, you’re disabled’, I say… ‘bring it on.”
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On Track star Alex Eves Q&AAlexandria Eves is a female athlete whose determination and persistence helped her overcome a catastrophic car accident. Alex is now on the journey to rebuilding her life as a sprinter. Read her Q&A!
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Disability guide empowers in building sustainable employmentYou can now download Feros Care's disability guide that aims to empower people with disability and employers to establish sustainable employment options.
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Bold journey through basketball and belief for OAM recipientIt was the click of a gun which changed his life forever, but the journey from the bush to Paralympics trailblazer is one of growing bold in the face of adversity for Order of Australia medal recipient, Uncle Kevin Coombes.
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Reaching goals is all in a day’s work for MikaylaLike the supermarket shelves she replenishes as part of her engaging and rewarding job, Feros Care participant Mikayla is stocking up on personal and professional happiness. Read her story!
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Cultural and community connection comes to life through art in TownsvilleAboriginal artist Nicky Bidyu Pryor is commissioned to paint piece that reflects what Feros Care does best - looking after others. Read about how we are breaking down misconceptions and working collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities!
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Film company captures boldness in inclusive employmentBus Stop Films is a pioneering not-for-profit company whose approach to building, expanding and showcasing talent and abilities has been a key in raising the profiles of people living with disability on both sides of the camera. Read more!