Programs and services are designed and administered so as to provide opportunities for people to reach personal goals, and enjoy lifestyles which are valued by the community.

"We focus on actively engaging people in any activity which increases the time that clients are engaged in a purposeful way and ensures those who require more support to participate, receive it," Kylie Stokes for Sharing Places said.

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"The participation in community and other activities is based on the individual's skills, interests, strengths and potential while being guided by the person's goals.

"Activities are reviewed regularly and this process involves identifying current activities, how these meet the individual's needs, goals and interests, how the activities could be further enhanced, and/or identifying other activities that meet the individual's needs, interests and goals."

Sharing Places participants are aged 18 years and over who have a primary intellectual disability that is likely to be permanent, results in substantially reduced capacity in the areas of functional life skills, mobility, communication, interpersonal and social skills, learning, work and leisure.

Henry with Sharing Places participates in a cooking program which entails so much more than merely cooking.

Firstly, Henry carefully selects what he will be cooking. He then makes a list of the ingredients and plans for a shopping trip to purchase the ingredients.

Then the magic happens and the cooking process is completed which includes preparation, mastering cooking techniques, and cleaning up afterwards.

Then it's time to celebrate by enjoying and sharing the finished product. If you think Sharing Places can help you or your loved one, then phone 6290 1964 or email admin@sharingplaces.com.au

Located at Pearce Community Centre, Collett Place, Pearce, see facebook.com/SharingPlacesInc