In this issue of Inform we focus on new beginnings and changes. We follow the story of Joel who following a traumatic accident, had to start from scratch in his career.
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Feature Finding home again Photography: Meredith O’Shea Home for Joel has always been a place where he could hear the birds singing and see the trees growing outside his window. Growing up an active man, Joel was not known for sitting still or for keeping quiet for long – he much preferred being on the go, and making connections with people as he went. In his youth he travelled all over Victoria; working in kitchens, building sites and in supported living residences – anything that allowed him the opportunity to travel, make friends and keep busy. With the birth of his two young daughters Joel’s life seemed complete, as if the world was at his feet. 9
