Adroit golf day drives $100,000 into supported accommodation
The prestigious Meatball Cup was contested by 180 players in scorching and blustery conditions on 21 November at 13th Beach Golf Links, Barwon Heads. $112,000 was raised at the event, with $100,000 funding the...
Read moreRecord breaking Rubik’s Cuber to help launch Christmas gift wrapping fundraiser
Jack, who set a world record in April after he solved a Rubik’s cube in 16.22 seconds while blindfolded, is visiting Geelong to help promote Speedcubing Australia’s first ever competition in the region. The...
Read moreLego Mates donation helps kids with autism in Melbourne’s west
Lego Mates is a small group therapy program designed for children who love Lego and have a developmental delay, diagnosed disability or autism. It is based on the Lego® therapy, play therapy and social...
Read moreProposed NDIS changes to improve flexibility for people with disability
NDIS Minister Stuart Robert announced what he termed as practical changes during a speech to the National Press Club in November. The changes include: A review to streamline NDIS processes and cut red tape...
Read moreDisability Royal Commission Melbourne hearings to focus on residential services
The Board, management and staff of Gateways have zero tolerance for abuse and neglect and work tirelessly to provide quality, nurturing services. We are a long standing and deeply committed provider of services for people...
Read moreA buddy for life as volunteer celebrates 25 years of service
Lyn was recognised at this week’s Gateways Support Services AGM for her decades of service as a volunteer buddy to a little girl who soon became lovingly embraced by Lyn’s extended family. ‘Casey has become...
Read moreBookings open for Sensitive Santa at Westfield
Santa is setting aside some time to create a sensory-friendly environment, so that families can visit the Christmas wonderland at Westfield Geelong and have their photo taken in a relaxed environment, tailored to them. Westfield’s...
Read moreGateways AGM 2019 celebrates past and gears up for new opportunities
Recognition of long service, celebration of past achievements and plans for the future were among the themes of Gateways Support Services Annual General Meeting this week. Some 50 people gathered to reflect on a successful...
Read moreNew bus thanks to Costa Foundation
More people are getting around to more outings thanks to The Anthony Costa Foundation’s generous donation of a new bus. The Toyota Hiace minibus enables Gateways Support Services to safely transport up to eight children,...
Read moreCarer contribution celebrated with movie night
More than 20 people enjoyed a night off to relax among friends old and new and watch the Chinese comedy drama The Farewell to mark Carers Week last month. Gateways Support Services, with support from...
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