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Men raising children with disability | HELP

In a world bustling with podcasts, A Few Good Men carves a distinct niche. Supported by Help Enterprises, this podcast endeavours to bring forth the often-unheard stories from males who are raising and caring for children with disability. How HELP became...

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McIntyre Centre Expression of Interest Process

Expressions of Interest are invited from organisations which can ensure the continued operation of the Centre and build on its 50 year legacy of service to people with disabilities. This second round EOI asks applicants to respond to specific selection criteria to demonstrate how they will assume the trust obligations that HELP assumed under the original Deed of Gift for the McIntyre Centre.

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August Update on the McIntyre Site

Summary of key facts – McIntyre Centre expression of interest process Over the past ten days, factually incorrect information has been circulating about the McIntyre Centre. We’ve provided two detailed statements to the parties who expressed...

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July Update on the McIntyre Site

Latest Updates: HELP has provided an update to parties who expressed interest in the McIntyre Centre site. Read our updated plans for the McIntyre Centre site.

FINDING A JOB

Top industries to get a job right now

Learn about the types of roles available & what you need to secure the job of your dreams.

NEWS

Recycling partnership creates jobs for people with disability

HELP joins forces with BlockTexx to create jobs for people with disability & divert textile waste from landfill. Learn about the power of social enterprise.

News

A HELPing hand for tourism: boosting disability employment opportunities for business

The Disability Employment Tourism Local Navigators Pilot aims to revolutionise disability inclusion. HELP has been selected as a "Local Navigator" for this 12-month initiative.

SUCCESS STORIES

Kenneth makes a change

Connecting with HELP changed the course of Kenneth's future and equipped him with the tools to not only find a job but keep it too.

NEWS

Thank you and Farewell to the McIntyre Centre

After six years of providing equine therapy for people with disabilities, HELP has made the difficult decision to cease operations at the McIntyre Centre.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Post School Pathways: how to get a job after school

Indika found a job with HELP and you can too! Explore post-school pathways and employment options for people with disability at HELP.

HELP Hubs

HELP HUBs: Frequently Asked Questions

Want to know more about what goes on at our HELP Hubs? Check out our FAQ's to learn about our activities, our team, and how you can become a part of our Hub community.

Navigating the NDIS

Develop social skills for work and life at HELP

Developing good social skills can help you communicate better, build relationships, & get ready to find a job. Learn how you can become your most social self with a little HELP.

Our Stories

Celebrating International Women's Day 2023

To celebrate International Women's Day we wanted to hear from some of the women who make HELP great!

Supported Employment

Boronia Brew FAQ

Boronia Brew is a social enterprise cafe on a mission to make the world a more inclusive place for everyone! Join us for a cuppa to find out more.

HANDY RESOURCES

Top 10 Online Safety Tips for People with Disability

Stay safe online in 2023 with our top 10 tips for using social media and the internet.

Navigating the NDIS

How to achieve your NDIS goals at our Hubs | Help Disability Care

Our Hub programs are designed to help you achieve your NDIS goals. Read our blog to find out more about our new programs & how you can join our Hub community.

Supported Employment

Kellie's Rise To The Top

Since joining HELP as a supported employee 5 years ago Kellie has achieved some seriously life-changing goals.

Navigating the NDIS

What is a Program of Support?

The NDIS has recently introduced Programs of Support to help participants achieve their goals.

Supported Employment

Supported Employment: Frequently Asked Questions

When you're a person with disability looking for work, or trying to land your first job can be a daunting experience. Supported employment with HELP opens the door to an exciting world of endless possibilities.

EVENTS

IDPwD2022: HELP's Talent Showcase

To mark IDPwD 2022 we invited our participants and supported employees to share their talents, skills, and passions with the world.

Supported Employment

Stuart shoots for gold

Now that Stuart's got a swag of medals under his belt, he's moving on to his next goal - working in HELP's 3PL team.

Inclusive Employment Supports (IES)

Emily transitions from puppy-preneur to supply chain

Emily recently transitioned into paid employment with HELPs Supply Chain team.

Our Team

Julie's HELP journey

Employee Services Manager Julie was always destined for a career in the care industry.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Dylan's drive for success

Dylan's career in the automotive industry has only just begun thanks to the support of HELP's SLES program.

Supported Employment

Daniel's a jack of all trades

Daniel does it all! Over the past 6 years Daniel has been working hard to build his skills across supply chain, 3rd party logistics, and warehousing.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Brad is blooming

Since joining HELP's School Leaver Employment Supports 21 year old Brad has made exciting progress towards his career.

Our Team

High tides and good vibes with Glenys

Over the years Senior Employee Support Officer Glenys has positively impacted the lives of countless people with disability in HELP's Supply Chain team.

Navigating the NDIS

How to prepare for your Participant Check-In

Preparing for your annual NDIS Plan Review is easy if you know how. Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and what resources are available to help you get the most out of your plan.

Navigating the NDIS

Support Coordination Explained

Support Coordination can take stress out of managing your supports and help you reach your NDIS goals. Find out how!

Our Team

My first year with HELP

Meet Shari - surfer, support worker, and nurse in the making! On her 1 year anniversary with HELP we caught up with Shari to find out more about her journey so far.

Our Team

Fiona finds a new calling

DAAP Coordinator Fiona has spent the last 3 years working with the Australian Defence Force to provide new employment opportunities for people with disability.

Commercial Partners

Recycling Solutions Australia: HELP Partners

We caught up with our partners at Recycling Solutions Australia to chat about the perks of working with a social enterprise.

Supported Employment

Goodwill Brew FAQ

We're a social enterprise on a mission to make the world a more inclusive place for everyone, and for us, that starts with one coffee at a time!

Our Team

Jess helps others feel heard

Helping participants practice their communication skills, gain work experience, or learn photography is all in a day's work for IES Coach Jess.

Supported Independent Living

Nikki's journey to independence

HELP's Supported Independent Living Service has given Nikki the chance to create a new home, and live life on her own terms.

Our Team

Lachie's new start in the big smoke

In 2021 Lachie decided to pack his bags, leave sunny Bowen behind, and start his new journey with HELP.

Our Team

Coach Kayleigh pursues a career in the care industry

When Kayleigh joined HELP just over 18 months ago she discovered a new passion for helping people with disability, and hasn't looked back since!

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Jazzy makes the cut

With the support of her HELP Coach, Jazzy is chasing her dream of becoming a hairdresser.

Our Team

Allirra masters the art of support

Hub Coordinator Allirra uses her background in the arts to help participants achieve their goals and experience all the opportunities life has to offer.

Community & In-Home Supports

Community & In-Home Supports: FAQ's

HELP provides flexible community and in-home supports tailored to help you meet your NDIS goals. With the help of your support worker, you can get out and explore your community!

Commercial Services

TransLink partners with HELP

Since 2013 HELP has provided state of the art supply chain services and warehousing facilities to support TransLinks network of 500 sites across QLD.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Caitlin's life after school

HELP's SLES program has opened up a world of opportunities for school leaver Caitlin.

Our Team

Sue finds her second family

Sue's 9-5 may look a little different these days, but she couldn't imagine life any other way.

Navigating the NDIS

How to prepare for your NDIS planning meeting

Our handy checklist will ensure you make the most of your NDIS planning meeting.

Navigating the NDIS

Your guide to housing options with the NDIS

Gain more independence with the support of HELP Disability Care: disability housing and NDIS home and living supports.

HELP Hubs

Gabby lends a helping hand

During the week Gabby attends our Sunnybank Hub, hits the gym with her support worker, and has recently started work experience at HELPs Acacia Ridge site.

EVENTS

The 6th Annual Hymans Lunch

After missing out last year due to COVID-19 restrictions, we were so excited to be able to hold the 6th Annual Hymans lunch in support of HELP Enterprises.

Our Team

Tim follows his passion

Over 20 years on, Tim continues to support and empower people with disability, working with the HELP team to turn dreams into reality.

Navigating the NDIS

Setting NDIS goals

Get the most out of your NDIS plan. Follow HELP's guide to set meaningful NDIS goals and get the support you need.

Supported Employment

Suzi & Amanda grow with the flow

Between the two of them, Suzi and Amanda have clocked up an impressive 14 years at HELP's Oxford Park Nursery, spending countless hours helping this green wonderland come to life.

Our Team

Glen uses his green thumb for good

Since 2009 Glen has worked at Oxford Park Nursery helping people with disability achieve their goals and pursue meaningful employment.

Navigating the NDIS

What does NDIS Funding cover?

While the NDIS is working hard towards making plan budgets easier to understand, we're here to break down what each type of funding covers right now.

Navigating the NDIS

A quick intro to the NDIS

The National Disability Insurance Scheme provides funding and support for people with disability and their families.

Supported Employment

Mitch's Rewind Moment

For Mitch, the benefits of having a job reach far beyond the workplace. Work has given Mitch a place where he can come and see his friends, keep busy, and feel accomplished

Our Team

At Work With Conor

We chatted to support worker Conor to find out what a typical day on the job looks like.

HELP Adventures

All Aboard for James' Trip to Warwick

With the support of HELP's short-term accommodation service, James was able to kick off his year of trains with a bang and experience the perks of independent travel.

Our Team

Tetiana finds her purpose

Originally from Ukraine, Tetiana started her career as a Bank Manager before moving halfway across the world to pursue a new career with purpose.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Aidan's career takes off

Aidan has been with HELP for 16 months building his skills and confidence through our School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) program.

Supported Employment

Back In The Drivers Seat With Luke

After taking a 3.5-year hiatus from the forklift to experience different jobs at HELP, Luke decided he was ready to jump back into the driver's seat.

Supported Employment

What is Supported Employment?

Supported employment gives people with disability the opportunity to participate in paid and meaningful work across a number of exciting industries.

Disability Inclusion

'We Do These Things Because We Can' - A Poem About Disability

HELP's 'Anonymous Poet', an employee with disability wrote a poem to celebrate 'International Day of People with Disability'.

First Nations Storytelling

Connection To Culture

Find out the story behind the artwork displayed on our vehicles celebrating First Nations culture - 'Kabora' by First Nations artist Dean John Tyson.

Inclusion

Dr Dinesh Palipana Changing The Inclusion Landscape

Travels to help build an orphanage in Chang Mai, friendship with Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM, and an insight on true 'Diversity and Inclusion' for people with disability.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

School Leavers With Disability Setting The Example

A new perspective is often all it takes to re-frame what might be considered an extreme challenge. Hear how School Leaver's with disability are leading the way.

NEWS

UPDATES TO HELP'S HUB-BASED SERVICES

HELP wants to support as many families as possible through this time using a mix of hub, "close to home" and online activities.

NEWS

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT COVID-19

The steps we're taking steps to protect the health and wellbeing of our participants, supported employees, job seekers, commercial customers and employees.

NEWS

HELP ANNOUNCES NEW CEO

The Board of HELP Enterprises Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Denver Fresser as HELPs new Chief Executive Officer, effective 2 March 2020.

NEWS

HELP PARTNERS WITH LATROBE UNIVERSITY

Help Enterprises is pleased to announce a partnership with LaTrobe University, to embed a Person Centred Active Support (PCAS) framework across the organisation.

EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING

AUSTRALIA'S MOST INNOVATIVE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PROVIDER (DES)

At the National Employment Services Association (NESA) 2019 Awards for Excellence, HELP's Employment division won this prestigious award.

EVENTS

5TH ANNUAL HYMANS CHARITY LUNCH

Tickets are on sale now for the 2019 HymanÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Charity Lunch, with Rugby League legends, Allan ' Alfie' Langer and Billy Moore.

NEWS

HELP WINS AS AUSTRALIAN DISABILITY EMPLOYER OF 2019

Help Enterprises has recently been awarded the National Excellence in Disability Employment Excellence Award for Supported Employment.

EVENTS

HELP HEROES RUN FOR INCLUSION

HELP HEROES competed in the Bridge To Brisbane on Sunday 25 August with a team of 45 employees, promoting inclusion of people with disability.

MCINTYRE CENTRE

$2.4M UPGRADES AT MCINTYRE

Multi-million dollar re-vamp of HELP's McIntyre Centre includes a plan to add a new farm-stay respite centre to support families with short-term accommodation.

EVENTS

STORY BRIDGE TURNS RED TO MARK 50 YEARS

HELP is celebrating 50 years of employing and helping find work for people with disability. The Brisbane Story and Victoria Bridges will turn red on 28 Feb 2019.

Supported Employment

FAST-TRACKING JOB SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY

Help Enterprises currently has 70 jobs available for people with disability in a supported environment in Logan.

EVENTS

4TH ANNUAL HYMANS CHARITY LUNCH

This year, Help Enterprises received over $150,000 for our McIntyre Centre supporting riders with disability.

NEWS

50 YEARS OF HELP

In 2018, HELP celebrates 50 years of caring for our disability communities. Today HELP can be proud of a 900+ strong workforce.

EVENTS

NAIDOC WEEK 2018 ~ AT HELP

HELP celebrated NAIDOC with staff and local communities to promote the 2018 theme "Because Of Her, We Can".

Supported Employment

$1M GRANT EMPOWERS STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY TO BE JOB READY

Students will be empowered to transition into meaningful employment, as plans for a multi-million-dollar disability employment skills hub gets underway.

EVENTS

2018 RECONCILIATION CELEBRATION

A wonderful video snapshot of the 2018 Reconciliation Celebration event at HELP. We collaborated to create the first ever indigenous bin panel design.

HOUSING & ACCOMODATION

MORE DISABILITY HOUSING

HELP welcomes Allamanda to expand support for people with disability who are in need of homes and in-home assistance.

NEWS

HELP ON THE WAY

Help Enterprises is preparing to expand their scope of support to even more people with disability in need of work.

Supported Employment

WHY HELP HIRES PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY

Learn more about our Supported Employment opportunities or register with Help Employment & Training today!

EVENTS

Join us for a day at the races

McIntyre Centre's inaugural Race Day will be hosted on Saturday 12 August, raising vital funds for people with disability. We hope to see you there!

MCINTYRE CENTRE

Merger with McIntyre Centre

The Help Enterprises and McIntyre Centre merger took effect on 30 June 2017. This marks an exciting period, with a multitude of new opportunities presented.

MCINTYRE CENTRE

Joining forces

In preparation for the NDIS continuing to roll out, HELP is thrilled to announce that McIntyre Centre has entered an MOU agreement to guarantee their future growth and financial standing in a rapidly changing market environment.

EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING

Funding success for Training

Help Enterprises is proud to announce repeated success in SQW funding, with this time receiving over $1 million for the delivery of programs to around 220 disadvantaged Queenslanders at locations across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Supported Employment

New beginnings

People with a disability will have a more secure and sustainable future when HELP Enterprises takes over Bowen Hills and Gympie Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE) from Australian Red Cross.

DAAP

Defence welcomes new help

The Department of Defence Administrative Assistance Program (DAAP) has been established at both Gallipoli Barracks Enoggera and Amberley Air Force Base. This is part of a national program to increase diversity within Defence.

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Helping Space Blog

Men raising children with disability | HELP

McIntyre Centre Expression of Interest Process

August Update on the McIntyre Site

July Update on the McIntyre Site

Top industries to get a job right now

Recycling partnership creates jobs for people with disability

A HELPing hand for tourism: boosting disability employment opportunities for business

Kenneth makes a change

Thank you and Farewell to the McIntyre Centre

Post School Pathways: how to get a job after school

HELP HUBs: Frequently Asked Questions

Develop social skills for work and life at HELP

Celebrating International Women's Day 2023

Boronia Brew FAQ

Top 10 Online Safety Tips for People with Disability

How to achieve your NDIS goals at our Hubs | Help Disability Care

Kellie's Rise To The Top

What is a Program of Support?

Supported Employment: Frequently Asked Questions

IDPwD2022: HELP's Talent Showcase

Stuart shoots for gold

Emily transitions from puppy-preneur to supply chain

Julie's HELP journey

Dylan's drive for success

Daniel's a jack of all trades

Brad is blooming

High tides and good vibes with Glenys

How to prepare for your Participant Check-In

Support Coordination Explained

My first year with HELP

Fiona finds a new calling

Recycling Solutions Australia: HELP Partners

Goodwill Brew FAQ

Jess helps others feel heard

Nikki's journey to independence

Lachie's new start in the big smoke

Coach Kayleigh pursues a career in the care industry

Jazzy makes the cut

Allirra masters the art of support

Community & In-Home Supports: FAQ's

TransLink partners with HELP

Caitlin's life after school

Sue finds her second family

How to prepare for your NDIS planning meeting

Your guide to housing options with the NDIS

Gabby lends a helping hand

The 6th Annual Hymans Lunch

Tim follows his passion

Setting NDIS goals

Suzi & Amanda grow with the flow

Glen uses his green thumb for good

What does NDIS Funding cover?

A quick intro to the NDIS

Mitch's Rewind Moment

At Work With Conor

All Aboard for James' Trip to Warwick

Tetiana finds her purpose

Aidan's career takes off

Back In The Drivers Seat With Luke

What is Supported Employment?

'We Do These Things Because We Can' - A Poem About Disability

Connection To Culture

Dr Dinesh Palipana Changing The Inclusion Landscape

School Leavers With Disability Setting The Example

UPDATES TO HELP'S HUB-BASED SERVICES

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT COVID-19

HELP ANNOUNCES NEW CEO

HELP PARTNERS WITH LATROBE UNIVERSITY

AUSTRALIA'S MOST INNOVATIVE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PROVIDER (DES)

5TH ANNUAL HYMANS CHARITY LUNCH

HELP WINS AS AUSTRALIAN DISABILITY EMPLOYER OF 2019

HELP HEROES RUN FOR INCLUSION

$2.4M UPGRADES AT MCINTYRE

STORY BRIDGE TURNS RED TO MARK 50 YEARS

FAST-TRACKING JOB SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY

4TH ANNUAL HYMANS CHARITY LUNCH

50 YEARS OF HELP

NAIDOC WEEK 2018 ~ AT HELP