stories from the ConneXu Community

“Most adults don’t have someone making their decisions for them, why should I be any different just because I have a disability? Because I have a label attached to me?”

They have already achieved so much and have set their own goals. They learn so much by living together in a supported environment and have a lot of fun.

Gary explains how he lives his life in alignment with the principles of enabling good lives through support independent living with ConneXu.

This is Dylan. He finished school last year and, just like many other young men, had always dreamed of moving out of home and into a flat.

“I refuse to let my disability stop me. The day I do - I’ll be dead.” …Intelligent and inspiring, but to the point, that’s how my interview with Peter McTavish started, and was the flavour of how it was to continue.

Riding along on a bike, with the wind in your hair, has got to be one of the most freeing sensations that we can experience. However, for Allan - who as well as being both severely intellectually disabled and autistic…

You might recognise Kevin from Pak’n’Save Te Awamutu. What you don’t probably know about Kevin is that he is supported by his very caring family, and ConneXu…

Sherryl and Terry Phillips can now enjoy each other's company in their retirement years, with the freedom of holidaying together when they want to….