Have you ever visited the main shopping centre in Bunbury and been stopped in your tracks by a pianist whose musical talents have left you in awe? Chances are you will have been listening to Tamara Henry. The talents of Tamara Tamara is blind but her piano skills are exceptional. She was also born with…
Jess Reidy describes herself as a fairly relaxed and chilled person. She admits to being disorganised, but caring for her son Walt, she is meticulous remembering his appointments and schedules. She knows where she needs to be and at what time. “Walt takes after me, he is what I call – a cruisy child. I…
18-year-old Georgie Beasley loves sport – you name it, she’s probably done it. Snowboarding, jet skiing, surfing, basketball, and netball, these are just a few activities this independent young woman enjoys. She’s just moved to Perth having grown up in Esperance. Georgie’s using the services provided by VisAbility as she adjusts into city life. I’m…
Nothing beats an old fashioned home-made card. E-greetings may have become the norm in our technologically fuelled world, but a hand made card is extra special. A card which has been created by yourself is far more unique and personal than buying one in a shop. Our customer services officer Val Ford is very experienced…
We’re so proud to tell you that we’ve been presented with a top accolade recognising our leadership values. We’ve been presented with an award in the People2People Human Resource Management Excellence category in the Australian Institute of Management WA Pinnacle Awards. Presenting the awards Monica Kos from Channel 7 said: “Judges were looking for organisations…
VisAbility Ltd and its Board of Directors are announcing effective 17 May 2019, after more than six years as Chief Executive Officer, Dr Clare Allen, is leaving to start the next chapter of her career. While we are saddened to see Clare move on, we are delighted for her and wish her all the best…
VisAbility is a diverse organisation with a range of careers and occupations, ranging from therapists and professional staff to skilled support staff. Our organisation provides a supportive team environment and family friendly working conditions for all staff. In 2015 we opted to register and report to the Workplace Gender Equality Act, proving to have a successful track…
In celebration of our Centenary, the Association is holding a special Gala Dinner for members, supporters and the community titled “Focus on Success: Benefits Everyone Can See”.
The 2013 Annual Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities will be held on 25 – 28 May at the Novotel Sydney Central, 169-179 Thomas Street, Sydney.
On Wednesday 22 May, the Association is hosting an interactive reading time to help Western Australians who are blind or vision impaired take part in the National Simultaneous Storytime.