Success Stories

Meet John

John moved into an Activ home after the loss of his parents. John enjoys living in an environment where he can be independent, he likes to catch public transport and visit the shopping centre by himself, or out for a coffee and cake with his housemates.

Meet Raheed

Raheed has a passion for all things art! Whether it's painting his next masterpiece for art exhibitions or learning choreography for the latest dance performance - Raheed's artistic skills continue to develop through our community services.

Meet Geoff

Geoff's a self-motivated individual who is on the path to fulfilling his goal of developing his reading skill. We're supporting Geoff to get the necessary training to ensure his dream of reading an entire book from the library becomes a reality!

Activ customer Aeron cuts apples in the kitchen.

Meet Aeron

Why not ask Aeron about life with Activ? Aeron loves to bake, to go bowling and to paint. Aeron lives in an Activ shared supported home and describes her housemates as her ‘second family’. What Aeron loves most about the home support is the freedom to be herself.

Activ customer Maree stands with skydiving instructor in front of the airplane.

Meet Maree

Maree loves to go to skydiving. Here she is getting ready for her 10th skydive. We can empower you to connect with your local community, whether that is enhancing relationships, making new friends or getting involved in activities. Tell us what you want to achieve and we will work with you to make that happen. The sky’s the limit.

Activ customer Lindsay smiles at the camera while sitting at his office desk.

Meet Lindsay

Lindsay has gained new life skills that have increased his independence with the support of Activ Pathways, our Registered Training Organisation. Lindsay’s confidence has grown so much that he now pays his bills online and does his banking with the use of technology. Lindsay has also created his own résumé to support his future employment aspirations. What skills would you like to learn?

Meet Marie

Marie started work at Activ straight out of school, and because of her organisation and leadership skills, has been promoted to a leadership role. Marie assists the supervisor in the team that prepares oil kits for the mining industry by checking attendance, helping with payslips and supervising up to 30 people.

Meet Julius

Julius loves participating in the performing arts. Whether it’s singing, dancing or acting, Julius’ passion thrives in our community services. Recently, Julius wrote an original song that will feature in the upcoming musical extravaganza performed by Activ Beaconsfield’s customers.

Meet Rachel

Rachel is justifiably proud of her independence. Not only does she work in open employment at her local supermarket, but she is also a home owner. We’re supporting Rachel with budgeting and household management, to ensure that she thrives in her new home!

Meet Cathbeth

Cathbeth has been on a life changing adventure, and met some new friends along the way! Through our community services, we’ve supported Cathbeth to take-part in a 4-day sailing voyage, which provided a powerful source of emotional and cognitive stimulation, as well as a large sense of accomplishment.

Meet James

James lives in an Activ shared supported home, and has made huge strides in his independence journey. James is learning to do his own laundry, cook meals, and help out with other household chores.

Meet Dorothy

Dorothy is enjoying her new freedom and space since moving out of shared supported accommodation to live independently. She’s now a short stroll away from her job, has purchased her own dog, and is kicking her independence goal of keeping fit through fun-runs!

We look forward to speaking with you.