Mackay families are invited to attend the That Place Mackay Open Day on Saturday, 20th September, starting at 9 am, for a first-hand look at the local disability service provider’s programs and facilities.
Founded by two local fathers, Steve and Tim, who both have children with disabilities, That Place Mackay was established to fill a gap in after-hours activities for young people in the region. The initiative has been operating for almost a year and offers a mix of paid and free programs aimed at providing safe, inclusive, and engaging activities for participants.
Tim Gable, one of the founding dads, explained the motivation behind the initiative.
“We recognised a gap in services for young people with disabilities and decided to take action. Despite a few hurdles along the way, we now feel it’s the perfect time to celebrate what we’ve achieved.”
Programs run on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday during the day, while free Saturday morning sessions welcome participants of all ages and abilities to come along and enjoy games, activities, and social connection. The sessions are designed to not only entertain but also teach participants practical skills such as basic cooking and everyday tasks.
The Open Day will provide families and community members an opportunity to meet the team, tour the facilities, and experience the programs on offer. The event has also attracted attention from local and federal leaders, with invitations extended to state members, the federal member for the area, and the Mackay mayor.
Tim highlighted the importance of community involvement.
“Every activity we run is about giving families a break while supporting participants to learn new skills and feel included. We’d love to see as many people as possible come along and see what we do.”
Families and community members are encouraged to attend the Open Day on 20th September to discover how That Place Mackay is creating meaningful experiences for young people with disabilities in the region.
Mackay families are invited to the That Place Mackay Open Day on Saturday, 20th September, to explore programs and activities created by local dads Steve and Tim, offering inclusive, safe, and engaging experiences for young people with disabilities. Photos supplied
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