We are thrilled to announce that as of 24 June, OC Connections has officially merged with The Disability Trust! This momentous step marks the beginning of a new chapter for our organisation, bringing a wealth of exciting opportunities for our participants and staff.
A Bright Future Ahead
The merger combines the strengths of both OC Connections and The Disability Trust, creating a stronger, more resilient organisation. This partnership opens the door to an expanded range of services and support, enhancing the quality of life for our participants and offering new avenues for personal and professional growth for our staff.
Greater Opportunities for Participants
With the combined resources and expertise of both organisations, participants can look forward to enhanced support services, where we can provide even more comprehensive and tailored support to meet individual needs.
There is also greater potential for access to a wider variety of community engagement activities and social programs designed to enrich lives and foster connections.
Exciting Prospects for Staff
For our dedicated staff, the merger presents a range of new opportunities including professional development to help staff grow and excel in their roles, a collaborative culture that encourages the sharing of best practices, and greater career advancement opportunities.
Looking Ahead
As we move forward together, our commitment to providing exceptional support and services remains strong. The merger not only increases our ability to serve our community but also sets the stage for a future filled with growth, innovation, and positive change.
We are incredibly grateful to our members, participants, staff, and supporters for their support throughout this journey. Your trust and commitment have been instrumental in making this merger a reality.
Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news as we embark on this new journey together. Here’s to a brighter, stronger future for all of us!
28 June 2024
We are thrilled to announce that as of 24 June, OC Connections has officially merged with The Disability Trust! This momentous step marks the beginning of a new chapter for our organisation, bringing a wealth of exciting opportunities for our participants and staff.
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18 June 2024
This past Saturday, 15 June 2024, OC Connections proudly celebrated the launch of “A Unique Brand of Courage,” a book that beautifully chronicles our organisation’s rich history and the evolving societal attitudes towards people with disabilities.
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12 June 2024
Many people living with disabilities integrate communication tools into their lives. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is important for people with communication difficulties – these systems and tools provide avenues to share thoughts, feelings and needs in real time. What is AAC? To augment is to add or supplement something to your speech, such as […]
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4 June 2024
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a Plan Manager and a Support Coordinator? Do you know how NDIS goals are identified and actioned? We sat down with Karly, Team Leader of Support Coordination at OC Connections, to get the answers. What’s the difference? Local Area Coordinator The port-of-call planners. They work directly […]
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26 May 2024
Team Leaders in Day Support have been trying out new, adaptable ways of increasing participant engagement in our recreational and educational programs. People living with disabilities have varying communication and information-processing needs, so our Disability Support Workers and Disability Educators implement flexible learning strategies to reach the many different participants at OC Connections. Disability Educators […]
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21 May 2024
In April, a regular participant of our Short Term Accommodation made the huge move into her very own home. Taryn, or Taz as her family and friends call her, spent several years utilising our short term accommodation space, learning how to live independently and developing household skills such as cooking and cleaning. With the encouragement […]
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7 May 2024
Lights twinkled, cameras flashed, and the stars aligned for a spectacular evening at Merrimu Receptions on Friday, 2 May 2024. Our Hollywood-themed dinner dance event was an unforgettable journey into the glitz and glamour of Tinseltown, where guests stepped into the spotlight and danced the night away.
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28 April 2024
In March, Elias participated in his very first marathon! Improving health and fitness has been an ongoing personal goal for Elias, a Team Leader at OCC Enterprises. When he heard that his supervisor, Lilian, planned to run the Good Friday Appeal’s Run for the Kids marathon, he decided it would be an excellent opportunity to […]
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23 April 2024
What is Down Syndrome? People with Down Syndrome have always existed, with the first historical case discovered over 5000 years ago. In the 19th century the genetic disorder was named, and soon afterwards, the medical cause of the condition was uncovered; an extra chromosome on the 21st pair. Nowadays, Down Syndrome is widely known and […]
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OC Connections acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners of this nation. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past, present and future.
OC Connections respects Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their contribution to our society.
