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Creating real change and being serenaded by music icons at 19
Cerebral palsy and epilepsy haven’t stopped Kate Pemberton from founding her own support movement and lobbying for inclusion - and now her dream has also come true when she met her icon, Adam Brand!
Natalie Wade promotes inclusion and paves the way for equal opportunities
Founder of Equality Lawyers and disability advocate Natalie Wade is determined to support people with disability in the education and workplace sectors. Find out how we can all promote inclusivity in our own lives!
Leaving on a high - Feros Care’s long-term CEO moves on
After building Feros Care from 100 to 48,000 clients over a 20-year period, dynamic and much-loved CEO, Jennene Buckley has decided to call it a day on 30 June 2021.
How the NDIS helps people like Mark
After losing a leg in a motorbike accident more than 30 years ago, Mark de Waard’s whole existence was turned upside down. Now, he wants to share his story and his motivation for forging a fulfilling future.
Workshops for the Deaf community
Feros Care has dedicated a series of workshops over the past month to helping Australians in the Deaf community understand and access appropriate services and supports. Find out more!
Our 6 top tips to get winter-ready
As we edge closer to winter, at Feros Care we are sharing tips on how seniors can prepare to weather the colder months in comfort. Read them here!
Meet Evie, nine-year-old autism advocate
With the help of the right support services via Feros Care and the NDIS, nine-year-old Evie is breaking down barriers by telling her classmates what it’s like to live with autism. Read her story and watch her video!
Disability and dating dos and don’ts
Relationships, sex, sexuality, and living with a disability: media professional and amputee Lisa Cox, disability awareness consultant Andrew Gurza, and National Adaptive Surfing champion Barney Miller tackle a range of traditionally taboo topics, while also divulging their top tips for dating and getting intimate. Read their stories of life, lust and falling in love!
Overcoming vision and hearing impairment: Tann family finds the right touch
Eleven year old Alex is blind and profoundly deaf, but that hasn't stopped him from becoming Adelaide's most loved little firefighter. He lives his life to the fullest with the help of his father, Local Area Coordinator Phillip. Read his story here!
Support worker is changing an 89-year-old’s life for the better
Alan Hill has a secret weapon in his mission to keep living independently well into his 90s – his friendly support worker Ashliegh. Read their story!
Embracing gratitude and changing attitudes: Lisa Cox on disability, loss, and looking for work
Disability advocate Lisa Cox is acutely aware that she’s lucky to be alive – as she says, it’s astounding that as a 24-year-old she survived a stroke which left her on life support for two months and thrust her into a future of disability.
4 expert tips for maintaining mobility at home
Mobility is easy to take for granted until it’s lost or diminished. When it becomes challenging to get out of bed, walk up steps, reach into a cupboard or hang up washing, many people can become discouraged. But they shouldn't be!
A guide to personal pronouns
To help us remain an inclusive and welcoming organisation, we are focusing on education in the LGBTQIA+ space for our team. We’ve noticed confusion around personal pronouns so we've put together an introduction to help foster understanding.
Life on their own terms
From styling the hair of royalty and creating award-winning pottery to making the front page of national newspapers, Christian James and Greg Baker have lived what they call “a very full life”. Read their story!
Understanding pain with Feros Care
Seniors and those living with a disability have the highest rates of chronic pain in our community. Learn about the latest in pain management techniques from Sarah Beaumont, Virtual Care Team Manager.
90-year-old returns to the director's chair with film about aged care
Filmmaker Alan Harkness walked the red carpet for the premiere of Village Life, his latest creation – at 90 years of age. read about his past of film-making and watch the documentary here!
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Life as an amputee: From being stuck inside to jet skiing
Whether it be going bush to compete in gel blasting with his son, riding his mountain bike or hitting the water, the NDIS participant has found a new lease on life in reconnecting with his passions and hobbies. Read his story!
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Plating Blind star Nate Quinell Q&A
Nate faces each hurdle in his life with positivity and determination. If you'd like to know how he does it (because he is truly inspiring) then read his Q&A and find out more!
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Hurricane chef chops down employment barriers in finding his recipe for success
Nate is a fully trained chef. He also happens to be legally deaf and blind, but that’s never stopped him chasing his culinary dreams and becoming an inspiration to many in the process. Read his story!
Adaptability the name of the game for NDIS participant Mark Payne
“Attempt to do something first yourself, and if you can’t, ask for help.” That’s the ethos that Gawler resident Mark Payne, 62, lives by. And it’s an ethos that’s served him well. Read his story!