Meet the X-Crew – Introducing Jenny Watts
Jenny first became involved with Xlent in 2011 as a parent, when her son joined as a participant. She began working for Xlent as a support worker in 2012, and quickly earned the position of Group Facilitator in 2013. Jenny has proudly represented Xlent as our Participant Liaison Coordinator since 2016, and we are pleased to have called her a member of the Xlent family
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Xlent’s Adventure Club
During the month of May, Xlent participants across the North, West and South of Adelaide have enjoyed a series of exciting ‘come and try’ days run in conjunction with our sister company, Wilderness Escape Outdoor Adventures (WEOA). The aim of these days was to create opportunities for our participants that they might not usually experience, such as paddling a kayak or riding a bike, and
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Xlent Shines Bright @ The Lights
For almost 12 months, Xlent has had the pleasure of attending weekly fitness sessions at the Lights Community Centre. During this time we have seen our participants improve not only their fitness skills, but also their confidence, independence and teamwork. Shine Bright @ The Lights focuses on providing enhanced health, fitness, and wellbeing opportunities by creating a positive environment for those living with
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Meet the X-Crew – Introducing Kerrie Harcarik
Kerrie started her journey with Xlent as a work placement student in 2012, and then began her role as a support worker. As Kerrie continued to grow and learn, she took on the challenge of Group Facilitator where she fostered great relationships with participants and their families. Now, as she approaches 10 years of service with Xlent, Kerrie oversees the operation of the St Marys
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Why Is Nature Play So Important?
Xlent participants engage in a lot of nature and outdoor play as a part of their regular day options program. Here are some of the reasons why we love getting out amongst nature - enjoying the many social, emotional, physical and mental and environmental benefits to spending time in the great outdoors. Body Control Outdoor play involves the whole body – balance,
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The COVID-19 Vaccination and You. Disability Options, Services and General Information.
Please click here for an easy-read social story about the COVID-19 vaccine. * The COVID-19 vaccine is available for both people with disability and disability workers. It is mandatory for Xlent Staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our participants. People with disability can be at greater risk of becoming very sick if they catch COVID-19, so getting vaccinated is very
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