A Vivid view

By Lua Ikenasio

Nov 22, 2024

Vivid Echuca opened its doors on Wednesday, November 20 for the community to take a closer look around the facility.

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Locals had the opportunity to interact with the Vivid clients and staff, as well as see some of the programs in action.

The Silent Voices and Entertainment group put on a show for all the guests with some dancing and singing. Photo by Lua Ikenasio

Vivid executive manager resources Shannon Walker said the event was an opportunity to let the community know what Vivid was all about.

“It’s about inviting the community to see and celebrate what we can offer and also to have the clients involved,” she said.

“It’s an opportunity to answer lots of questions and if [people are] looking for services whether now or down the track, they have an a bit of an idea of what we do.”

Vivid’s Shannon Walker, Kelli Johns and Kyra Naismith welcomed guests at the entrance to the event. Photo by Lua Ikenasio

The day featured information stalls about services such as Support Co-ordination, Life Skills Program, School Leaver Employment Supports and Employment Pathway.

Attendees were able to see some of the programs in action such as UPbicycle, HUB bloom and Silent Voices and Entertainment.

Guests also explored the oval, where clients prepare for the Tri State Games, and the Tiny House, where clients can practise living independently.

A guided tour was offered on the day to take guests through the different areas and stalls.

Clients show off the goods they make through the HUB program, including Christmas decorations. Photo by Lua Ikenasio

After a successful open day, business manager (Day Services Loddon) Sue Green said staff hoped to improve on the event in coming years.

“It’s been absolutely amazing, this is our first open day so hopefully each year it only gets better and better,” she said.

“The clients have all had a fantastic day and that’s exactly what it is all about but if we have a little bit of extra people that know about who we are and what we do, then that’s a bit of an added bonus.”

For more information about Vivid and its services, visit wearevivid.org.au