Day: 20 September 2020

oc connections school leaver employment support students visit a warehouse

New Towards Employment initiative launched

20 September 2020

In January, our new employment pathway, Towards Employment, commenced at Mackie Road Neighbourhood House, Mulgrave. This pathway provides the opportunity for participants to take part in activities that build the skills and confidence to find and keep meaningful employment over a one or two year period. To date, our group has explored safety in the […]

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christmas tree volunteers smiling with trees behind them

Spreading the Christmas cheer

20 September 2020

Another Christmas has been and gone and so too another successful OC Connections (OCC) Christmas Tree Fundraiser. Our largest fundraiser of the year, 2019 was no exception. In the month of December, we sold over 1300 trees with the help of over 120 volunteers who we rely on to sell, transport, bail, and select trees […]

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Fit and active at OC Connections

20 September 2020

Hannah, Disability Educator at OC Connections (OCC) runs the Fit and Active Group on Monday mornings. The Fit and Active group aims to encourage participation in physical activity to develop skills, improve fitness and mobility and maintain health. Recently, the group acquired a brand new table tennis table using fund raising money donated to the […]

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Plant a tree day

20 September 2020

OC Connections were pleased to be invited to the Waverley Toyota School Tree Day on Friday 26th July at the Glenallen School in Glen Waverley. The day featured tree planting, face painting, a fun photo booth and celebrity guests. It was a great success for the 150 students who attend the school. The day started […]

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OC Connections celebrated for 30-year contribution

20 September 2020

OC Connections recently received a National Disability Services (NDS) Membership Recognition Award to commemorate 30 years membership of National Disability Services. OC Connections was among seven organisations who received the Award. “It is wonderful that OC Connections has been recognised for our contribution to the sector.” Therese Desmond, CEO, OC Connections Launched in 2012, the […]

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Wrap up – Family Forum on Will and Estate planning

20 September 2020

Thank you to everyone who attended the November information night at OC Connections (OCC) to explore the important topic of Will and Estate Planning. We were delighted to welcome back Jennifer Jackson, Senior Lawyer from Moores who presented to a group of more than 30 parents and participants. During her presentation, Jennifer discussed: • How […]

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Christine and Basil tie the knot!

20 September 2020

Congratulations to OC Connections Enterprises (OCCE) supported employees Christine and Basil who were married at the Matthew Flinders Hotel in November, surrounded by family and friends. Christine and Basil met at an OC Connections disco and have been together now for 34 years. They have worked at OCCE for more than 20 years so it […]

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Mark and Chris receive Community Achiever Awards

20 September 2020

Congratulations to OC Connections Enterprises (OCCE) supported employees Mark and Chris who were recently awarded the prestigious Parliament of Victoria Community Achiever Award. The awards event celebrated the significant contributions made by supported employees working in social enterprises across Victoria. The Parliament of Victoria Community Achiever Awards are an opportunity to say thank you and […]

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2019 SASI Art Show

20 September 2020

OC Connections (OCC) encourages families and friends to come along and support the talented OCC participant artists who have entered the 2019 SASI Art Competition. With the encouragement and support of Val Rowe, OC Connections Disability Educator, 15 artists from OCC have submitted 34 artworks into the competition. Please support the OCC artists by visiting […]

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