Success Story: Chris Staying Active and Enjoying His Garden

Staying active, getting out in the community and growing a garden he loves: Chris’s story.

Chris is making the most of every week. Between his 1:1 gym sessions, trips out into the community and time spent in his garden, he is following his own interests, making his own choices and enjoying meaningful experiences in his everyday life.

Building Strength Through 1:1 Gym Sessions

Chris has been enjoying his 1:1 sessions at the gym, where he is working on improving his mobility, building muscle strength and maintaining his physical wellbeing.

These sessions give Chris a great opportunity to stay active, work towards his goals and celebrate his progress along the way.

Chris standing with support during a 1:1 gym session
Chris using a chest press machine during a 1:1 gym session

What Chris Enjoys

With the right support in place, Chris is able to:

  • Work on his mobility in regular 1:1 gym sessions
  • Build muscle strength
  • Look after his physical wellbeing
  • Get out into the community
  • Browse and choose plants and gardening supplies
  • Spend time outdoors in his garden
  • Follow his own interests
  • Make his own choices

Each of these activities is chosen by Chris. Support is built around what he enjoys and the goals that matter to him.

Out in the Community and in the Garden

Chris also enjoys getting out into the community and taking part in activities that bring him happiness. One of his favourite places to visit is Bunnings, where he loves browsing and buying plants and other gardening supplies to add to his garden.

Gardening is something Chris truly enjoys. He takes pleasure in choosing new plants, spending time outdoors and making his garden a beautiful and welcoming space. Activities like this allow Chris to follow his interests, make his own choices and enjoy meaningful experiences in his everyday life.

Chris at the Bunnings checkout with a green shopping bag Chris beside a trolley of new plants and terracotta pots

Outcome

It is wonderful to see Chris staying active, exploring his community and engaging in the things he loves.

With ongoing support and opportunities to pursue his interests, Chris can continue building his independence, maintaining his wellbeing and enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.

Looking for Support to Get Out and About?

If you or someone you support would like help to stay active, get into the community and do more of what they enjoy, get in touch with Beyond Care today.

Our team can talk through individual circumstances, answer your questions and discuss supports that fit around your goals.

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