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Dream Team helps Alex Thomas future-proof plans
Alex’s story is one of a series aimed at inspiring disabled young people. -
Career-focused Kerri is building a good life in Christchurch
Kerri’s story is one of a series aimed at inspiring disabled young people. -
Enabling Good Lives sparks ideas for Andrell family
Kerry and Irene Andrell are optimistic about the future possibilities for their daughters Keriann and Shannen who both have very high needs. -
Dr Michael Kendrick presents to Enabling Good Lives
Dr Michael Kendrick, internationally renowned educator, advocate, consultant and author, presented to EGL participants and their families on 25 March 2014. -
Jasmine is striving for her dreams at every opportunity
Jasmine’s dream job is to work in a childcare centre, even though her Nan has tried to dissuade her. -
Setting goals and enjoying life
Story written by Samuel and his family. -
A day in the life of Rachel Baker
The Warehouse Red Shirts in Schools is a Gateway programme based on the Customer Service Award. -
Tarwyn’s many talents
Tarwyn Nicholson has many talents and is using these in the local community. -
Jason Beswick and his many achievements
Jason shared his successes at the Riccarton High School Prizegiving recently. -
Brooke Larmen is Striving High
Brooke dreams for a career in Childcare and is well on her way thanks to the support and guidance she received while attending Cashmere High School.
When EGL Christchurch participants were asked "how are you living your good life" we were overwhelmed with stories, photos and videos! here are a few examples -
- Olivia gains confidence and strength at the gym; she was unsure about the machines at first but her gym buddy Anita won her trust and was able to scaffold the activities.
- Nevie has a busy and full life, with animals, kayaking, travel, camping, cooking and using the ride-on mower!
- Jesse is supported to live a good life like any other young man in his 20s; flatting, playing foosball and biking.
- Claudia loves the gondola, the spa, being on stage, music classes, train trips and exploring Christchurch on the tram.
- Oskar catches up with his old mate Kerry (AKA Captain Long John Knickers) at the local market on Saturdays.
- Janelle loves art work and dancing and is now too busy to attend a day service!
- Lilian is gearing up for another busy year at university .
- Jacob hangs out with people his own age to go mountain biking, to flip out and swimming.
- Callum has started a calendar business combining his love of dates and photography!