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 […]
Brett Mills partnering for change
We sat down with one of STEPS Charity‘s Living Legends Brett Mills of Ken Mills Toyota to find out a little more about his business and why he’s committed to helping us take another step towards a brighter future for people living with a disability. Q: Can you tell me about your history with Ken […]
Students embark on their pathway to independence
There were a few nerves and a whole lot of excitement this month as STEPS Pathways College opened up its doors to the first round of students to study at the Australian first college for independent living. The college open day gave students the opportunity to meet their fellow students and check out their new […]