Stories
Indy and Mitchell – disability support
Indy is a disability support worker who provides support to Mitchell in specialist disability accommodation. Indy helps Mitchell do the things he enjoys such as colouring in and going out for breakfast at local cafes.
New beginnings – Loi’s aged care story
Originally from Vietnam, Loi became an aged care worker six years ago after being made redundant from his previous role in manufacturing. For Loi, the most rewarding part of his job is helping older people to live full and independent lives in their own homes.
From artist to disability support worker: how skills transfer – Katherine’s disability support story
In Korea, Katherine was an artist – a painter, with exhibitions every year. Twenty-seven years after moving to Australia, Katherine now uses her skills as an artist in her role as a disability support worker.