Partnership with inclusive leisure centre recognised.
The results speak for themselves, Marriott’s partnership with Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) was recognised by winning the Community Impact Award, at the recent Aquatics and Recreation Victoria’s award night. The Attendant Support Program (ASP) was nominated after experiencing substantial growth since its inception less than two years ago. The ASP aims to […]
Community Raffle
We are delighted to support Australia Post’s Oakleigh warehouse community raffle. The Australia Post is raising money for Marriott. In the first week, 700 tickets sold, and by looking at the prizes, it is not surprising. $300 Crown Casino Voucher (Melbourne) 2-night accommodation in a Brisbane apartment including return flights for two people […]
Variety is the spice of life.
Kim works at Marriott Industries (MI) in supported employment and was keen to be more independent and get out into the city more. The NDIS gives Kim support to learn more skills so she can be more independent and have different social experiences. As well as working, Kim attends two days at Roads to Independence, […]
Zero Tolerance of Abuse
We want to live in a society where people are treated with respect, are able to exercise autonomy and are treated with dignity and fairness. It can be difficult to talk about abuse but it is important to, so we can make sure it does not happen. Zero tolerance means we have absolutely no tolerance […]
Young man with a disability has artwork exhibited at New York Art Fair
We are excited that Samraing Chea, had his work exhibited at the New York Outsider Art Fair last month. The New York Outsider Art Fair began in New York in 1993, and concentrates specifically on self-taught art. Samraing has been a regular studio artist at Arts Project Australia since 2011 and is now supported through […]
CEO Janine, hope for 2019 – let’s be brave
As we prepare to farewell 2018 and head into the Christmas season, I particularly enjoy this time of the year, as it is an opportunity to reflect on our achievements both individually and for us at Marriott. 2018 has been a year of many challenges and rewards […]
Marriott members get active with Star Fitness
Social inclusion is good for everyone At Marriott, we support people to lead healthy and independent lives and one fabulous way that more and more people are doing this is by working out at a local gym. This is no different for a group from Roads to Independence (RTI), with Angus and Alex researching which […]
Christmas can be a time of loneliness. It is everyone’s concern
Loneliness is growing in Australia with 25% of adults experiencing loneliness on a regular basis according to the 2018 Australian Loneliness Report. Christmas can be a time where loneliness is felt more intensely for some. In the midst of the busyness of the season it’s a good time to be more aware of loneliness […]
Our CEO reflects on the annual meeting.
Last night was a great success, we farewelled our current Chair and Treasurer (Virginia and Richard) and thanked them for their nine years of dedicated service. I am reminded of their strong contribution and commitment to Marriott. They will be missed. Our key speaker, Chris Varney, of I CAN Network spoke of how diversity is […]
Finding my interest – in a commercial kitchen, Jess’ story.
18 months ago, I started volunteering at Fairway Aged Care Hostel in Sandringham, in the commercial kitchen. At first, I was very nervous but then I got used to it and really like it. What I like about volunteering at Fairway is working with the chefs, especially Carl, who is cool to work with. He […]
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