Exciting Horizons for Onemda in 2025: Expanded Programs and New Opportunities for Participants
Post Created: 22 January 2025
As we welcome 2025, Onemda is excited to introduce a range of expanded, upgraded, and newly available programs and services designed to enrich the lives of participants and support their individual goals. With a focus on fostering independence, building skills, and enhancing community connections, these initiatives reflect our commitment to continuous improvement and participant-focused growth.
Embrace Café Expands to Glenroy
Onemda’s flagship Embrace Café program, which blends employment training with community engagement, is set to expand to Glenroy. In partnership with Merri-Bek Council, a new Embrace Café will soon open adjacent to the Glenroy Community Hub, operating three days a week.
This expansion creates invaluable opportunities for participants to gain hands-on experience in the hospitality industry while connecting with their peers and the wider community. By fostering confidence, independence, and practical skills, Embrace Café continues to be a launching pad for participants eager to embrace meaningful employment pathways.
Xtend Program: Expanding Social Opportunities
To meet the growing needs of participants and their families, Onemda’s Xtend Program is set to expand in 2025. Designed to extend the day, this recreational-based program runs from 3pm to 7pm, offering participants an opportunity to engage in fun and meaningful activities after regular program hours.
From music and performing arts to sports, fitness, cooking, and arts and crafts, Xtend fosters friendships, builds community connections, and provides an environment of creativity and joy. This program has been a cornerstone for participants seeking to enhance their social lives, and its expansion ensures even more individuals can benefit from its vibrant offerings.
New Connections with Box Hill TAFE
Onemda’s commitment to building independence through education and employment pathways takes another step forward in 2025 with expanded partnerships with Box Hill TAFE. Participants will now have the opportunity to attend Box Hill TAFE on-site, further promoting travel training that requires self-reliance and independence while building connections in an authentic learning environment.
This is a significant addition to the already successful collaboration with Box Hill TAFE staff who deliver training directly at Onemda campuses. Together, these offerings pave the way for participants to pursue new educational and employment goals in a supportive, enriching setting.
Expanded Therapy Services
Recognising the increasing demand for therapeutic support, Onemda’s therapy team has expanded its services to provide a broader range of options for participants and the wider community. These services are designed to cater to diverse needs, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enhance their well-being, build confidence, and improve their quality of life. Whether it’s physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy, our team is ready to support participants in achieving their goals. To learn more about available therapy options or to express your interest, simply complete our online Expression of Interest Form.
Looking Ahead in 2025
With these exciting developments, Onemda is poised to make 2025 a year of growth, connection, and empowerment for all participants. From expanded recreational opportunities and cutting-edge employment initiatives to innovative educational programs and enhanced therapy services, we’re proud to continue delivering on our mission to enrich the lives of people with disability.
Stay tuned for more updates as we bring these initiatives to life and work together to make 2025 a year to remember!
