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Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing for People living with Disability in the Workplace

December 2024 | Willing & Able  All employees have the right to a safe and supportive workplace. Poor working environments that contain inequality, excessive workloads, stressful work and low job security can lead to poor mental health. However, work can also be a ...

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Customising Job Roles to Match Individual Strengths and Preferences

December 2024 | Willing & Able  Customising job roles to align with individual strengths and preferences is a key strategy in fostering an inclusive workplace. By tailoring roles to fit the unique abilities of all employees, organisations can improve productivity, job ...

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Inclusive Work Practices for Employers and Employees - What you can implement within your business today

What is an Inclusive Workplace?

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Empowering People Living with Disability

Empowering people living with disability means providing the resources, opportunities, and support needed to lead independent, fulfilling lives. One of the most impactful ways to achieve this is through skills training, which plays a key role in helping people with disability ga...

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Navigating the NDIS: How to Access Employment and Personal Growth Services

In a previous blog post we discussed How Supported Employment Enhances Quality of Life for People living with disability. But did you know your NDIS plan can potentially help you access supported employment and other personal growth opportunities? Navigating the myriad of suppo...

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How Supported Employment Enhances Quality of Life for People Living with Disability

Work is a fundamental aspect of life. It provides structure, purpose, and a sense of belonging within society. Historically, individuals living with disability have been marginalised from the workforce, resulting in limited opportunities for meaningful employment. Supported emplo...

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April News

Happy Easter   -   We hope everyone had a happy and relaxed Easter mini break .. It's been a busy few months...we welcomed Brendan to the Op Shop team, Makayla and Jarren started as Support Workers and new SE's, Will, Kathleen and Ruby officially sta...

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February News 

 "Happy New Year!.. Bring on 2024" "We were blown away by the joy at our Christmas Party... Wave Bowl, you out did yourself. Goodbye Vikki and Matt! After a combined effort of more than 50 years this dynamic duo have decided to call it a day.  Thank you for ...

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An opportunity to join the team.....

We currently have a position vacant for an Administration Supervisor in our New Service Desk area - if you think you have what it takes please see position details below and apply today......

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September Newsletter

Willing and Able continues to build community ties. We have recently renewed our Partnership with Port City Bowling Club, two local organisations working together to support adults with disabilities. Port City Bowling Club donates all their eligible cans and bottles to o...

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Our New GM - Will soon be taking the leap......

Having worked in the community services sector on the Mid North Coast for the past 15 years, Penny has recently taken on the role of General Manager for Willing and Able Foundation. Excited with the new challenge, Penny is throwing herself literally into the role, by committing t...

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Commercial Grounds Maintenance – Closing

After more than 30 years of mowing, pruning and tidying all over the Hastings area the Willing & Able Commercial Grounds Maintenance Team is closing down. Our team has reduced in size over the past few years and increased in age making it difficult for them to manage the wo...

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Want to make a difference?

Applications are currently being sought for volunteers to be considered for election as a Director to the Board of the Willing & Able Foundation. Nominations close Wednesday 17 November at 4 pm. Would you like to volunteer, share your skills and experiences and help ...

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Welcome to our brand new website!

We are currently working on making the site even more informative and adding some historical information. If there is anything else you would like to see please let us know.

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