Shining a light on opportunities offered through volunteering
From donating her time as a volunteer to leading Gateways’ many volunteer programs, Jenny Schmidt has gained experience on both sides of the fence during her 15 years with the organisation. During that time, Jenny...
Alternative ways of communicating develop skills and self-esteem
Nothing can hold 7-year-old William back. The Spotswood boy, who has Down Syndrome, can be found shooting hoops, spending time in the water, or travelling the world with his family, if he’s not at an...
20 years on, volunteers Maria and Andre keep giving
It was the search for a volunteering role that could involve their children that led Taylors Lakes residents Maria and Andre to become Interchange Hosts. Two decades on, the couple consider they have grown their family rather than become volunteers. Maria first learned of the Gateways Support Services program (then Interchange)...
Gateways Festive Fun – Christmas Activities
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Gateways therapy team have put together some fun, festive activities that are sure to be a hit! To make your own snow globe: Make your own little world...
Gateways passes the external audit for certification against the NDIS Practice Standards
Registered NDIS disability service providers undergo a yearly external assessment that the services they provide comply with all legislation and the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework and NDIS Practice Standards. This ensures registered services remain...
Fresh new space at Gateways Community PLACE thanks to local Kiwanis club
Visitors to Gateways Community PLACE, Geelong, can enjoy a fresh new outdoor space thanks to the generosity of the local Kiwanis Club. Led by Kiwanis Geelong immediate past President and Gateways Support Services life member...
Join us online for Gateways’ 2020 Annual General Meeting
RSVP now! info@gateways.com.au or call 5221 2984 Download the invitation.
Celebrating Seniors with Stories About My Place
Memories and stories are powerful tools that we use to build connections and develop bonds with one another; and seniors within our community are among the greatest wealth of stories. As part of this year’s Geelong Seniors...
A PLACE to call home – Gateways Support Services lays out its vision for inclusion
Our new home has a new name! Gateways Support Services staff and Board took time considering a name to best capture our vision for the sprawling North Geelong headquarters. It is a vision firmly focused...
Seasoned Gateways Interchange Host Program Volunteer urges others to get involved
Seeking support for her own family led Nicky to open her heart and home to other families in need. That was eight years ago and now the Sunshine woman is urging others to consider volunteering...
