A big group of the Strong & Capable Community traveled by diesel train through the beautiful Bugle Ranges on Sunday afternoon.
The heritage “Red Hen” railcar took us southwards from Mt Barker to the very peak of the ranges at the now closed Philcox Hill station site. Situated in an opening in the trees on level ground, the station site is the highest point on the line (1,304 feet or nearly 398 metres above sea-level). Read more about the trip from the Steam Ranger.
The train was jam packed with train enthusiasts and people out exploring the Adelaide Hills region.
The weather wasn’t on our side to take a lot of happy snaps, but safe to say a great time was had!
A smaller group enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Gawler St Cafe in Mt Barker beforehand.
It was wonderful to connect with our growing community of likeminded people.
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Join us for a fortnightly online meet-up like no other! Fun Friday is your chance to make friends, have a blast, & sharpen your social skills—all from the comfort of your home.
Imagine a safe & secure space where you can let loose, laugh, & learn. Each session is a new adventure with a fresh theme, ensuring no two Fridays are the same.
Join us online every alternate Friday from 11 am to 12 pm for a fantastic hour of joy, creativity, and connection. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded adults & experience the magic of Fun Friday!
These sessions are designed for adults with disability to connect in a social & informal way.
FREE for members & friends of the Strong & Capable Community.
New to the community? No worries, register your interest and we’ll add you as a Friend, otherwise check out what it means to be a member.
A Teams link will be shared prior to each event. First event is scheduled for Friday 2 August 2024.
We’ve handpicked a range of events that you’ll want to shrug on a winter jacket for; from Big Screen Gaming to riding a Steam Train around the Bugle Ranges. And the one thing they all have in common – they’re designed to bring liked minded people together and have some fun!
Our events are fun, low cost and inclusive! And your supports are welcome to join in. If there is something we can do to make participation possible for you, let us know, we’ll try our best to make it happen.
We can’t wait to welcome you at an event soon.
We have loaded up the fun this winter, here’s what you can look forward to;
🌟GAMING ON THE BIG SCREEN
🌟ILLUMINATE ADELAIDE FIRE GARDENS & DINNER
🌟BUILD A LEGO CITY
🌟RIDE THE STEAM RANGER
🌟HANDS ON POTTERY CLASS FOR ALL LEVELS
🌟TOUR CLELAND WILDLIFE PARK
🎫Bookings via Eventbrite are essential.
Find all of the details including dates & pricing on Eventbrite.
If you want to be part of a community where people with lived experience with disability thrive you are welcome to attend.
We’ve refreshed what it means to be a member of Strong & Capable and we’re pleased to be able to offer a range of benefits and perks, plus we introduced a Friends of the Co-op, so there really is something for everyone!
Read more about membership options.
Join us in celebrating how Peer Mentoring can positively impact the lives of people with disability and how collectively we can make a difference.
This launch party will showcase the program, giving you a glimpse into the exciting opportunities ahead. Join us as we embark on this journey together and create a community dedicated to growth, learning, and empowerment.
THE DETAILS:
📅 Date: Thursday April 4th, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Hard Days Night, 301 Wright Street, Adelaide SA 5000
💲 Cost: From $10 per person.
🎫 Bookings required: via Eventbrite.
Bookings end Monday 25 March 2024.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
🌟 Strong & Capable freebies and info – because who doesn’t like free stuff?!
🤝 Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals, mentors and mentees
🎨 Interactive activities including board games, human bingo, an instax camera
photos and more!
🍽️ Delicious food provided by Whoopi Goldburger,
🍺 Drinks available from the bar
🌈 Sensory friendly spaces available
🏆 Prizes available on the night!
👗 Wear whatever makes you happy… !
If you have any questions or concerns, please send them to hello@strongandcapable.com.au and we’ll listen and adapt to be as inclusive as we can possibly be.
Not yet a member, join up now!
Are you over 18, and a person with lived experience of disability, or care for someone with a disability? Are you passionate about mentorship and want to help shape the future of our peer mentoring programs? Here’s your chance with Strong & Capable!
Complete our survey on Peer Mentoring and go into the draw to WIN a $50 gift card! Your valuable insights could make a big difference!
🔗 Survey Link: https://forms.gle/fcyTSnYXAWyGCPDE6
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have your voice heard and win a reward at the same time. Spread the word and tag your friends who might be interested and let’s make mentoring even better together!
**Gift card will be drawn at random on 15/03/2024 and winner will be notified via email.**
If you need support to complete the survey, please contact us on 0477 339 948 or via email hello@strongandcapable.com.au.
Boosting social and community participation for people with disabilities in SA.
The Strong & Capable Cooperative are excited to announce they’ve have received funding and support from the Julia Farr MS McLeod Benevolent Fund to develop a 1 on 1 peer mentoring program that connects people with disability by shared interests to help more people ‘find their fun’.
Strong & Capable are a cooperative of people with lived experience with disability that have come together to take control of their lives by navigating life with disability and the NDIS.
They strongly believe that we’re all entitled to a good life, and that we all have passions and interests that should be shared and enjoyed. By participating in peer mentoring we can address the gap for finding meaningful social and community engagement.
The funds cover the development of the program through to April 2025. With the first task to recruit a Program Coordinator. They’re looking for an enthusiastic person with lived experience with disability to support the members of our growing community to lead a life of their choosing.
The program is open to people aged over 18 years living with disability in South Australia.
If your interested in becoming a participant or a mentor or you’d like to be engaged in the planning phase, please get in contact.
More information:
Program Coordinator Job Opportunity
Julia Farr M S McLeod Benevolent Fund
Enquiries:
Clair Crowley
Clair.crowley@strongandcapable.com.au
0477 339 948
Fun should be for everyone.
We had a great time at the Carers SA Expo learning about what many of you like to do for fun!
We had activities from board games, crafting, dancing, movies & music through to dressing up as a Viking and everything in between.
We hope the game ignited a craving to find more ways to bring these activities into your regular routine. And that’s exactly how our Peer Mentoring Program can assist you and the ones you care for – by providing a way to participate in social & community activities that you find fun.
Our 1 on 1 Peer Mentoring Program is designed to help people with disabilities ‘Find their fun’! We connect people by shared interests, with a member of our lived experience community, with the aim to access mainstream activities and services.
Plus if you have a skill or interest to share with others, we’d love to hear from you, we’re always on the look out for Mentors.
Get in touch to learn more.
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