In November 2018 the team from Bendigo planted our first vegie crop! We’re using existing raised garden beds at La Trobe University and planted a variety of plants, with our taste buds and Wednesday cooking sessions in mind. This means easy to use, versatile and healthy vegies and herbs like tomatoes, lettuce, beetroot, zucchini, carrots,…
Latrobe Lifeskills is excited to announce three new activities available at the Bundoora campus. These activities give Participants the opportunity to work on their self-confidence, independence and community involvement. Follow the link below for more information. Spots are strictly limited! https://mailchi.mp/8566f2ae91b1/new-activities-coming-to-lifeskills-bundoora?e=26b235ab6e
We done to all Participants who entered their artwork, baked goods and crafts into the Whittlesea Show. The results were outstanding and reflected the hard work and dedication shown by Participants. Some of the award winners and entries can be seen below.
The latest Milo Moments video features long-time Participant, George! George tells us about why he enjoys Lifeskills and talks us through one of his recent projects.
Tanya and Neale were out and about with the Lifeskills Bendigo group and found the opportunity to talk a bit about Lifeskills’ NDIS supports and foundation-skills accredited training and the difference this has made to Participant’s lives. The interview starts at 12 minutes, enjoy!
Latrobe Lifeskills recently announced a change in ownership, as of Tuesday 9 October. For details of the change, click here. More to follow in the October newsletter.
Since extending our services by 30 minutes each morning, we’ve found more time to sit down and speak with Participants over a coffee, tea or Milo. It’s been a great way to hear about what’s working, what’s not and what Participants would like from their supports at Lifeskills. Our new series, ‘Milo Moments’ is all…
You can now get your hands on hand-made jewellery, craft and woodwork items made and designed by Lifeskills Participants . With items priced from $0.50, you can pick up a new creation with some spare change. Woodwork items are made to order and include tea light candle holder, lolly dispenser and money box. There’s also…
Literacy and Numeracy are the building blocks upon which other learning is built – that’s why we call them ‘Foundation Skills’. They are crucial in helping Participants navigate the world around them with confidence and independence. It is therefore important for us Trainers & Assessors to stay across the latest teaching trends in these subjects.…
