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Project Independence creating pathway to home ownership for people with intellectual disabilities in Canberra

From his Canberra Raiders bedspread to his own basketball awards, Ehren Keys's home is a shrine to sport. Decorating his unit however he sees fit is just one of the perks of independent living. "I like to hang out with my mates, and I watch the TV and I play

Project Independence 2018

There's three questions that are asked by every parent of a child with an intellectual disability: Where will they live when I die? Will they be safe? And will they be alone?

A Heartfelt Thankyou from Project Independence

At Project Independence, we are dedicated to supporting people with intellectual disabilities in building a life of independ..

Martin Fisk heads disability housing charity

As the stepfather of a young man with an intellectual disability, Martin Fisk OAM is thrilled with his new job: running a charity...

Riotact Stories

Project Independence's Phillip venture brings home..

“Welcome home,” Glenn Keys said as doors opened – literally – at the newest Project Independence site in Phillip. The day was..

Project Independence issues 'call for help' to..

Project Independence has appealed to the community after four dishwashers were stolen from their new social housing..

Canberra carer climbs mountains for Project Independence

Next month Canberra’s Sam Fogarty and his carer Nick Lucey will be taking part in the adventure trip of a lifetime...

Buy a brick and help Project Independence...

An ACT social housing development for people with intellectual disabilities is calling for community support to help get its...

Weekly news wrap with Cam Sullings at Project Independence...

Today’s news wrap comes to you from the sod-turning ceremony at Project Independence in Phillip.

New friendships and life skills the silver lining of lockdown...

Residents at the Project Independence complex in Harrison made the most of Canberra’s recent COVID-19 lockdown...

Cradle Mountain hut hike for more Project Independence homes...

Following the success of the Larapinta Trail walk, the next fundraising adventure for Project Independence...

Project Independence heads into a new decade with a new CEO

Recently celebrating 10 years since inception, a milestone for any organisation, Project Independence...

Weekly news wrap with Genevieve Jacobs - talking...

This week we’re celebrating ten years of Project Independence, giving people with intellectual disabilities...

Project Independence proves ROI to government...

A new report released by KPMG shows Project Independence homes return around four dollars...

Fathers Day fundraising for Project Independence...

Raising funds has become increasingly challenging for charities everywhere as COVID-19 continues to bite...

Project Independence offers Australia-first...

The Hill family’s journey towards Project Independence started at a party. Their son Rhys lives with an intellectual disability...

Living the dream of independence, one home at a time

Independence – it’s something all young people crave, but some find it hard to achieve.

Canberra Times Features

Plenty of joy as 10 people with intellectual disabilities..

Ehren Keys looks around his new unit - with the Raiders quilt cover on his bed, all his music and DVDs in their place, Harry Potter..

Project Independence opens 10 homes in Phillip

Ten people with an intellectual disability are moving into purpose-built homes in Phillip, giving them a sense of independence and...

Project Independence disability housing model under..

An Australian-first housing model for people with a disability will be an invaluable Christmas gift for 20 people..

Project Independence plans Woden units for...

A Canberra community housing project organisation has revealed plans to build a new village for people with...

Innovative housing model in Latham for people...

The second stage of an innovative housing model for people with a disability, Project Independence...

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