03/06/2026
Kerry, known as Kez, has been part of the Power In You Project community for three and a half years.
Before finding PIYP, Kez was attending Mind Works Geelong for support. When that service closed, she was connected to PIYP through the NDIS and it has been a constant in her life ever since.
These days, Kez is one of the most engaged members of the community. You will find her at her one on ones on Monday and Tuesday, Art Therapy on Monday, Wellbeing Group on Tuesday afternoon, Yoga and Women's Group on Wednesday, Fishing on Thursday when she can make it, and Community Connection on Friday. She shows up nearly every day and that says everything.
For Kez, navigating day to day life can be challenging with feelings of anxiety and paranoia that don't always quiet down. There are days that are harder than others. But at PIYP she has found something that makes those days more manageable. A team that cares and listens, and a community of people who look out for one another.
Her support worker Josh has been a steady presence throughout her journey, and the relationships she has built with fellow participants, including her close friendship with Kaz, have become just as important to her wellbeing.
Kez puts it simply. "The staff and the clients, we all help each other out. Caring is sharing. I don't know what I'd do without this place."
Shared with Kerry's permission π©΅
