Endeavour Foundation has started a new Penrith Learning and Lifestyle hub, offering opportunities such as virtual reality learning, cooking and fitness options as well as creative arts activities.
This new disability centre will join the other highly sought-after New South Wales Learning and Lifestyles site in Castle Hill.
“Offering leading disability services for over 70 years, we take great pride in opening our newest Learning and Lifestyle hub in Penrith,” said Leanne Rutherford, Endeavour Foundation’s Executive General Manager of Home and Community.
“Our organisation was established to advocate for the rights of people living with disability, and seven decades later, we’re still ensuring the people we support have access to enriching opportunities in our community, to thrive and live their best lives however they choose.”
The hub is located in the Penrith Senior Citizens’ Centre in Station Street and is open Mondays and Wednesdays.
Clients will be supported to engage, learn, and grow in their own time and at their own pace.
“Through our broad range of programs, we are always doing something new, and it’s a privilege to share these activities and new experiences with the wonderful locals who we support,” said Ryan Kungl, the Penrith Learning and Lifestyle Team Leader.
“I love that no two days are the same in my job.”
Information sessions are also held by the hub that assist in raising awareness about extra supports available on NDIS plans as well as the work and personalised services that are offered through Endeavour Foundation.
“I like coming here because I like to have a break from work and learn about stuff at the L&L in Penrith,” Penrith client, Ben said.
“I learn a lot of stuff, eating food and stuff. We’re cooking together on Mondays. It’s really fun.”
Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh commended Endeavour Foundation’s longstanding and valued connection with the disability sector as they help improve inclusion and access for all people to reach their potential.
“Penrith is so fortunate to have Endeavour Foundation open its latest Learning and Lifestyle Hub on our doorstep,” she said.
“Offering a variety of programs and activities designed to support people with disability to achieve their goals and aspire towards new feats, the L&L is a valuable service and will play an important role in ensuring our community is even more inclusive and accessible.”
To find out more about Endeavour Foundation and its services, visit http://www.endeavour.com.au.
Hayley Rochester
Hayley is an intern with The Western Weekender, currently studying at Macquarie University.