‘I’m not stupid. I can’t walk – there’s a big difference.’ Katrin may not be able to walk but she has a voice, and isn’t afraid to use it. Born …
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A personal story about autism: Q&A with Zest Care Support Worker Jaimee
Zest Care Support Worker Jaimee knows first-hand the challenges faced by people living with autism. Her daughter Skye – a Zest Care client – has autism, which is a neurodevelopmental …
Stepping into the community: Meet Susan and Delina
‘I was in a lot of pain when I first met Delina, just staying within my four walls. But she has showed me that life can get better!’ These are …
Striving for independence: Meet Hari and his family
‘I’ve got great kids – they are my future. I’m trying to spend more time with them, to support them in their lives. And because of Zest Care I can …
Confidence in the Community: Meet Matthew and Joe!
‘Now he’s got more confidence speaking with people. Having one-on-one interactions with others in the community.’ These are the words of one of our brilliant Support Workers Joe, speaking about …
A winning team: Meet Brett and his Support Workers, Tina and Christina!
‘My support workers are doing a good job and I hope they continue on with the great job they’re doing!’ These are words of our wonderful client and Penrith Panthers …
Flying over barriers: Meet Brett and Thongvone
‘We really love the Zest Care team because we are always able to travel around with someone we know!’ Brett and Thongvone recently celebrated their seven-year wedding anniversary, having met …
Australia’s Best Footie Stars: Meet The Pararoos Before The IFCPF World Cup!
The Pararoos are Australia’s national football team for men with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury or symptoms acquired from a stroke. The team was founded in 1998 in preparation for …
Important: It’s Men’s Health Week!
The average Australian man won’t live until they’re 80—but women have a life expectancy of 82.3 years old, compared to their 78. Men’s health Australia-wide is often ignored, even though …