A new disability support hub has opened its doors in Pakenham, improving access to NDIS supported community and employment opportunities in the Cardinia area.
The Bridge opened its latest multi-purpose centre in Slattery Place in late July, with the aim to provide support services to the growing Pakenham East community.
The new facility is fitted with large kitchen facilities, multi-purpose rooms, art and craft rooms, a a fully equipped sensory room, laundry facilities, outdoor recreation areas and multiple meeting and consultation rooms.
The hub is currently focused on providing disability day services and transition to employment services, but hopes to expand to provides full range of community and employment related services for people with disabilities.
Cardinia Shire Council mayor Tammy Radford said the new services come at a great time considering the development of the area.
“As Pakenham and its surrounding areas continue to develop and grow, there is a real need to provide services to its increasing number of residents,” she said.
“We welcome registered NDIS providers like The Bridge who can help bring this much-needed support to the area and provide long term community gain.
“We are delighted with the new activities and increased opportunities that The Bridge will offer.”
The Bridge chief executive Mary-Jane Stolp said the shared location allows a more integrated approach for the NDIS services.
“Participants and staff have assisted with the design and fit-out of the new facility which will better meet our needs into the future and ensure quality service delivery in a contemporary setting,” she said.
“We are excited about what we can offer new and future participants as we support them to achieve their goals.”
The Bridge operates across the South East, with locations in Berwick, Narre Warren, Cranbourne, Dandenong, Springvale and Frankston.
For more information, head to thebridgeinc.org.au
