The Compass Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Compass Institute Inc. is an award winning Sunshine Coast based Charity dedicated to providing support for people with intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
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Mike’s son Fraser attends Compass Farm 3 days a week. When Fraser finished school 2 years ago Mike and his wife Fiona were a bit stuck as to what Fraser would do each day. They tried Compass. Mike tells us how Compass has changed the life of Fraser and his extended family both in Australia and the UK.
Emity’s’ journey at Compass started with work placement and volunteering and has ended in a fulltime position at the Compass Palmwoods Centre. Emity is passionate about working with young people with a disability and shares her uplifting stories.
Compass Farm was purchased 8 years ago and consisted of 2 structures and hundreds of mango trees. Hear stories on how it has been transformed into 10 acres of working farmland from Andrew, who was the founding Farm Manager and continues this role today.
Vicki’s son Jordan is 12 years old and has autism. Their life has been a series of ups and downs with multiple schools, sleepless nights and continual struggles. Until Jordan received Rosie, a Compass Assistance Dog who has helped Jordan be calm, restful and steady. Vicki takes us through a day Pre Rosie and Post Rosie and the difference this amazing creature has made to their entire family. Heads Up !! Grab the tissues.