BUSINESSES and community organisations seeking to become more inclusive and strengthen their workforce can do so with ABC Disability Group.
Director, Sharna Arceri along with her mother Nadene Arceri are introducing an innovative way for all-ability communities to thrive through real life experiences, and one way they do this is by facilitating employment or volunteer opportunities for their participants.
“Our biggest goal is to support our participants in becoming active and valued members of the community, “she said.
“Our incredible team is the heart of everything we do. Their leadership, dedication, and hands-on guidance set the standard and inspire our participants every step of the way.
“Some people don’t want us to leave once we start volunteering there.”
On the to do list is washing vehicles for Victoria Police, the CFA and a local car dealership.
In addition to putting in a hard day’s labour, there’s maths and English skills to develop, and perhaps the most important, communication encounters.
The Lalor Community House appreciates the extra help with their social food relief program and Whittlesea Community House adores having helpers for their Container Deposit Scheme program.
“It’s innovative but exposure is growing. We’re a strong team, staff are there [with participants] 100 per cent of the time,” Ms Arceri said.
“One of our participants found a job in hospitality at a local golf driving range, and another doing odd jobs like using the cash register and greeting customers.”
Another winner is the Big Group Hug charity, and perhaps next it could be yours?
To learn more call Sharna on 0488 120 357.