Chorus Voices

Chorus walks by your side if you are older, living with disability or in mental health recovery. Chorus Voices is a collection of stories from our Chorus community. Sometimes we talk about the little things and sometimes we talk about the big things. It all matters when you’re a part of a community. Our Chorus community is creative and courageous. Sometimes we laugh. Sometimes we cry. We are always learning. Listen in to Chorus Voices to find out why we are a fresh approach to community service.

54: Forget me not 03/22/2021

54: Forget me not Bill, 78, is a retired teacher of 36 years and now volunteers with Chorus. He teaches English as a Second Language at the Chorus Bull Creek Activity Centre. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/18416291

53: Getting our art on 02/15/2021

53: Getting our art on We talk about all things art and community coming out of the Ability Arts inclusive art program in Mandurah, WA - from winning a sculpture award to the Selfie Portrait Exhibition and more! /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/17948858

52: Christmas Voices 2020 12/21/2020

52: Christmas Voices 2020 In this year’s Christmas Voices Angela Johns, Mandy Waters and Judith Hatton join Dan Minchin and Louise Forster to dive into inspiring journeys of survival and recovery in 2020. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/17273807

51: Growing communities one garden at a time 11/16/2020

51: Growing communities one garden at a time What's it like to be a Chorus gardener? Pretty special actually. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/16823498

50: 50 years in the community 10/19/2020

50: 50 years in the community Episode 50 of Chorus Voices celebrates 50 years of Chorus in the community and, as it turns out, it’s our 50th episode! /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/16454588

49: Teamwork: A circle of kindness 09/16/2020

49: Teamwork: A circle of kindness Chorus is a team of kind, caring people. In this episode Dan Minchin and Nikki Drury explore the relationship between teamwork and kindness. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/15999518

48: Home is more than a house 08/17/2020

48: Home is more than a house Krystyna likes to cook, garden and have fun with her housemate, Quack Quack 2. In this episode we learn about the journey and joy of supported independent living. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/15638489

47: A very merry unbirthday: Two more candles 07/20/2020

47: A very merry unbirthday: Two more candles In part two of Lex’s mental health journey we learn a thing or two about designing clothes for musicals as Lex takes the next step towards realising the dream of becoming a fashion designer. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/15278189

46: Men's Health Week: From darkness to colour 06/15/2020

46: Men's Health Week: From darkness to colour After an accident, professional cyclist Chek stopped eating and wanted to give up on life. One day he reached out and turned his life around. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/14823101

45: Chorus volunteers: A smile to deliver 05/18/2020

45: Chorus volunteers: A smile to deliver During National Volunteer Week 2020 five Chorus volunteers take centre stage and talk about what volunteering means to them and the Chorus community. “The only thing that I can do is just give them a bit of time,” says Gary. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/14461850

44: Chorus & COVID-19: A new way of working 04/20/2020

44: Chorus & COVID-19: A new way of working As the coronavirus changes the world we live in, Chorus has changed the ways we deliver services. In this episode, Lou and Dan talk about how, almost overnight, Chorus has adapted to the coronavirus while keeping our community connected. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/14059601

43: The sky’s the limit: Billie’s story 03/10/2020

43: The sky’s the limit: Billie’s story Billie trained men how to jump out of planes. One day her life changed. “I was given a white cane and told that I wasn't allowed to ride a bicycle,” says Billie. Listen in to Billie’s incredible story of survival. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/13479302

42: Opening doors: Peta’s story 02/17/2020

42: Opening doors: Peta’s story People can, and do, recover from mental illness. In this episode Peta talks about becoming the person she likes when she wakes up in the morning. “I want everyone to hear my journey because I think it can be an inspiration from where I came from to this new person.” /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/13178900

41: Pink wheels: Jen’s story 01/20/2020

41: Pink wheels: Jen’s story I've been asking for quite a while to join a group,” says Jen. “It's been the best thing. I love coming here.” Jen talks about what life is like getting around in a wheelchair and how being part of the Chorus community has helped her stay positive. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/12806273

40: Christmas Voices 12/19/2019

40: Christmas Voices In a special Chorus Voices podcast people across Chorus share their most memorable of 2019. Listen in and enjoy! /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/12463412

39: Dementia journey part 2: Tea with Sarah and Blanche 12/02/2019

39: Dementia journey part 2: Tea with Sarah and Blanche In part two of our Dementia journey series we talk to Sarah about the joy and sadness when caring for someone living with dementia. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/12241949

38: Dementia journey part 1: Finding joy 11/18/2019

38: Dementia journey part 1: Finding joy In this episode we talk to Jason Burton, Head of Dementia Practice and Innovation at Alzheimer's WA. We also have a chat to Sarah Newbold and her mother Blanche, who lives with dementia. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/12070892

37: Culture Bites 10/21/2019

37: Culture Bites How do you start a culture evolution? In a special episode of Chorus Voices Louise Forster joins Dominic Gourley and Sam Mead on their Culture Bites podcast. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/11719544

36: Finding Home 09/16/2019

36: Finding Home Dan and Lou talk through the process of helping those at risk of becoming homeless. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/11263964

35: Love your age 08/19/2019

35: Love your age Can you date when you’re in your 80s? This podcast starts with a love story about Elizabeth and Kevin who are challenging the negative stereotypes associated with ageing. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/10914449

34: More than a meal 07/15/2019

34: More than a meal Should food be considered as preventative healthcare? Chorus Voices ‘More than a Meal’ looks at the culture of food and what good nutrition means as we age. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/10521536

33: We are family 06/17/2019

33: We are family What does family mean? Judith Hatton and Lucy Wiseman took to the road to find out in Chorus Voices Episode 33: We are family. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/10174361

32: First coffee then care 05/13/2019

32: First coffee then care In this episode Dan, Louise and Tina chat about the benefits of a community care model that focuses on humanity rather than bureaucracy. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/9756020

31: A stitch in time 04/29/2019

31: A stitch in time Judith Hatton talks to support coordinator Gloria Sanchez and a customer Gloria supported. Gloria’s colleague, Denise had initially gone to see the customer one morning and she immediately contacted Gloria. What Gloria found was a person who had hit rock bottom – somebody who felt as though she had become depersonalised and was unable to function. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/9568556

30: Loneliness Part 3: What can we do about loneliness? 04/15/2019

30: Loneliness Part 3: What can we do about loneliness? This week in the final part of our three-part loneliness series we look at the isolation that can happen when we move away from family and friends. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/9396062

29: Loneliness Part 2: Why do we feel lonely? 04/01/2019

29: Loneliness Part 2: Why do we feel lonely? Loneliness is often linked to an event, like the death of a loved one. This week on Chorus Voices we dive into part two of our three-part series on loneliness. Tune in and learn why we feel lonely, and what factors contribute to feeling lonely. --CONTACT US- Facebook: - Twitter: - Instagram: /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/9218735

28: Loneliness Part 1: What is loneliness? 03/18/2019

28: Loneliness Part 1: What is loneliness? According to Swinburne University almost 28% of Australians feel lonely at least three days every week. And 1/5 of us rarely feel we have someone to turn to for help. This week on Chorus Voices we begin our three part series on loneliness. Tune in and learn what loneliness is, and who experiences loneliness. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/9043595

27: Changing Tracks 03/04/2019

27: Changing Tracks The journey to find purposeful and meaningful employment can be surprising. At Chorus that journey can begin by volunteering. Join Dan and Louise this week on Chorus Voices and hear from Chorus team members who have found a new direction at Chorus. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/8865929

26: Walk A Day In My Shoes 02/18/2019

26: Walk A Day In My Shoes This week is all about the ‘Day in The Life’ initiative at Chorus, where team members shadow each other to get a wider perspective on our purpose. In celebration of this initiative, we’ve even swapped out our hosts! Donna and Lucy are filling in for Dan and Louise this week, as part of their very own ‘Day in The Life’ experience! Find out what they’ve learned from this adventure, and listen to other Chorus team members share their own ‘Day in The Life’ insights. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/8683832

25: Wellness at Work 02/04/2019

25: Wellness at Work Join Louise Forster and Peta Chaytor from Chorus and Rod West from Access Wellbeing (an employee assistance program) on Chorus Voices and explore mental health wellness in the workplace. Find out how Chorus provides mental health support for all team members, and how you can get on top of your mental health and find support in your own workplace. /episode/index/show/chorusvoices/id/8510876

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