News in the community

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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Water warrior rises in readiness for World Championships dream

Justin is ready to take on the World Disabled Water Skiing Championships under his NDIS funding. Read his story!

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Tackling taboo: Andrew Gurza lifts the lid on disability and sexuality

Navigating the stage during a college drag show was a watershed moment in championing the emotional side of disability for Andrew Gurza, who is on a path to sexual expression, smashing stereotypes and advocating against ableism.

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Feros Care shines brightly for Disability Action Week

Queensland Disability Action Week honours the amazing contributions people with disability make to the state, and to acknowledge those contributions, we’re paying tribute to the wonderful NDIS participants and collaborators nation-wide.

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Brain fitness on Feros Care’s Virtual Social Centre

NDIS participants, their carers, and families can discover their single most important action to take each day during a special session on Feros Care’s Virtual Social Centre with renowned mind specialist, Dr Jenny Brockis.

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Jenny beds down increased independence

Putting one foot in front of the other and pushing on is the philosophy Feros Care participant Jenny lives by, as she navigates her way towards independence.

R U OK Day

Five virtual ways to say R U OK with Feros Care

To mark a national day of action where every Australian is reminded of how important it is to touch base with others, Feros Care is offering virtual educational sessions on ways to connect.

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Feros Care sponsors Special Olympics program

Feros Care has sponsored Special Olympics Mackay, helping its athletes reach their goals and go for gold.

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Accessible cookbook for people with disability

Searching for a project to assist participants in building their capacity, Feros Care found the right ingredients with accessible cooking film series, Look ‘n Cook.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder, family, and sport

Whether he’s working towards his goals or showing his wizardry on the lanes, Feros Care participant Corey is bowling over his obstacles.