Workshop with Tony Attwood set to offer insight into Autism Spectrum Disorder
Prominent clinical psychologist Professor Tony Attwood will visit the Sunshine Coast in a one-day event that aims to deepen our understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder and offer practical approaches to managing behaviours. A leading expert in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Professor Attwood will be presenting the latest information for people living with and caring for children […]
STEPS Pathways College officially opened by the Hon Jane Prentice MP
Australia’s first college teaching young people with a disability skills for a lifetime of independence was officially opened by the Hon. Jane Prentice MP, Assistant Minister for Social and Disability Services. Cr Jenny McKay, Andrew Wallace MP and Jarrod Bleijie MP also attended the STEPS Pathways College official opening ceremony in Caloundra in front of […]
Technology breaking down barriers for students with a disability
You look to your left and see modern lecture theatres and classrooms, you turn to your right and find students socialising and studying together – a life you could soon be a part of. For some high school students with a disability this will soon be a virtual reality thanks to an initiative from the […]
Fun with friends at camp
STEPS Community Services Maroochydore clients and staff enjoyed three fun-filled days at Borumba Deer Park for their biannual camp. The wet weather held off for the lucky campers who got involved in a range of outdoor activities including kayaking, bushwalking, mini golf and hand feeding deer. STEPS Recreational Activity Coordinator Anthony Walsh said everyone always looks […]
New program to boost employment for uni grads with a disability
A recent study has revealed more than one in five people with a disability are unemployed after graduating university. A new program is set to change this statistic by providing support to university students with a disability in their final year of study as they transition from the classroom to the workplace. The University Specialist […]
Suncoast Spinners take on local radio hosts in a wheelchair basketball game
Almost 100 people turned out to watch the Suncoast Spinners take on radio hosts Dave, Sam and Ash from Hot91.1 in a game of wheelchair basketball as part of Disability Action Week. With 18 players on the court the Suncoast Spinners showed off their skills and taught the newbies a few tricks at the USC […]