Spreading Joy, One Flower at a Time - Allie’s Beautiful Act of Kindness

Post Created 22 April 2025

At Onemda’s Templestowe campus, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible talents and generosity of our participants - and Allie is a shining example. As a participant in the Pathways to Independence and Employment program, Allie brings kindness, creativity, and community spirit into everything she does.

In 2022, Allie took part in our Flower Arrangement Program, guided by Onemda staff member Gail Lawler. The program helped her discover a new skill and, more importantly, a meaningful way to give back. Since then, Allie has dedicated her Fridays, her day off from Onemda, to spreading joy in the local community.

Each week, Allie visits a local florist to purchase a selection of fresh blooms. Together with her support worker, she carefully arranges the flowers in five beautifully decorated jars, crafting handmade cards with personalised messages for residents at a nearby nursing home. Every resident receives a floral gift from Allie on a rotating basis, making sure that no one misses out on her thoughtful gesture.

Allie’s simple yet powerful act of kindness reminds us that small things can make a big difference. Her flower deliveries have become a highlight for many residents, brightening their days and creating heartfelt connections.

At Onemda, we’re so proud of Allie’s ongoing commitment to sharing happiness through creativity, compassion and community engagement.