Josh Hansen celebrates his 16th year with STEPS
Josh Hansen has been a part of the STEPS Community for 16 years and is passionate about helping people grow supportive networks. He loves the outdoors and when he’s not camping or fishing, he works hard to support people with mental health issues get out and about in the community and reach their goals. Get […]
Andrew’s on the road to independence on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Andrew has recently hit a milestone and gained a qualification that most young people are excited to receive: a learner licence. For 19-year-old Andrew Larracy, 2020’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities will mark six months of living out of home. It will also be the first year of celebrating this annual observance with a […]
STEPS Bringing the Community Together at Christmas
The STEPS Autism Treehouse 7th Annual Christmas Party presented by The Fleet Office is on December 6, 2020 and is the Sunshine Coast’s largest Christmas event for young people and families living with autism and disability. Held at the Kawana Sports Precinct, STEPS have created a very special Christmas party where families living with autism […]
Student Success is Karen’s Driving Force
The Day Program at STEPS Pathways College is full of young people with a disability and autism learning and developing skills, and Karen Caldwell is happy to be a part of this life-changing program. Joining STEPS in February of this year, Karen has been working in the role of Day Program Manager of STEPS Pathways […]
One-of-a-kind College Provides Pathways for Young People with Disability and Autism
While many of us take independence for granted, people with a disability often face significant challenges which can make their pathway to independence seem impossible. This is where STEPS Pathways College offers a unique advantage; the opportunity to discover a world where abilities are not inhibited by disability. A first of its kind in Australia, […]
A New Way of Living
Most young women can’t wait for the day they can move out of home and find their true independence, and that’s no different for 26-year-old Ariana Nioa. Ariana, who has Down Syndrome, said she was both ready and excited to move into a new apartment on the Sunshine Coast with her friend after spending the […]