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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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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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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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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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20 September 2020
Two prominent events will be held on Tuesday 3 December: International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) and Giving Tuesday. The theme for the 2019 International Day of People with Disability is promoting the participation of persons with disabilities and their leadership. In support of this theme, OC Connections (OCC) would like to celebrate the […]
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20 September 2020
Parents of OC Connections (OCC) participant Cal made the most of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) by conducting research and speaking to their peers. Cal’s parents’ learnings have ultimately helped them to set up a plan for their son which has enabled him to participate more fully in his community, learn new skills and […]
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20 September 2020
You may remember our article last month about the strong bond Carolyn and her support worker Nicole have formed over common interests. One shared interest is Carolyn’s goal to regularly access more musicals and concerts in the community. This month we are pleased to report that the two have planned, prepared and enjoyed a magical […]
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19 September 2020
We are excited to announce that in 2020 OC Connections will be delivering an NDIS funded School Leavers Employment Supports (SLES) pathway. Called “Towards Employment”, the pathway will provide a suite of activities to assist school leavers with disability to gain the skills and confidence to transition to meaningful employment. Who is it for? Towards […]
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19 September 2020
OC Connections warmly congratulates six OC Connections Enterprises (OCCE) participants for graduating from the hands-on course, Certificate I in Work Education. The Certificate I in Work Education is a nationally accredited course which aims to support students to develop the skills and knowledge required for employment or volunteering. Shirley, Janet, Linda and Stephen, were presented […]
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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.
