A second chance in the Neighbourhood
Judy McDonald, The Avenue Neighbourhood House and North Ringwood Community House
Judy first contacted The Avenue Neighbourhood House in 2000 looking for help with reading and writing skills – a big step for someone whose previous experiences of education had been of failure and negativity.
In the time since, she has achieved an Introductory Certificate in Reading and Writing and a Certificate 1 in General Education. At North Ringwood Community House she completed a Certificate IV in Disability Work.
Judy’s tutors have commented not only on her commitment to her studies but her vibrant personality and the enthusiasm, warmth and generosity she shows in her dealings with staff and learners.
Through her studies, Judy has gained employment as a bus chaperone at Nadrasca Community Options, a service providing a range of opportunities for people with disabilities in the eastern suburbs. She is, putting her learning into practice in a way that makes her very proud.
One of Judy’s tutors says: ‘It has been a pleasure and a privilege to have been a part of Judy’s success and to have been in the company of a person with such amazing qualities. The clients entrusted to Judy’s care will be well cared for, well advocated for and well accepted for their individualities and abilities.’