Jessie Rawson, one of our Club21 participants, sat down with our new Club21 Geelong facilitator Dana Jobling to have a chat and welcome her to the DSV team.
Jessie: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself: what other work you do, family, hobbies?
Dana: I am a yoga instructor (training completed in India) and run hot yoga classes. I’ve completed my psychology degree and I am a disability support worker.
Jessie: How did you get involved with Club21?
Dana: My aunt is involved in social work and let me know about the job with Club21. I couldn’t believe that this was actually a job!
Jessie: What are you looking forward to most about Club21?
Dana: I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and getting to know the Club21 participants. And to having fun while getting to know an incredible group of people.
Jessie: What do you like doing in your spare time?
Dana: In my spare time I like to hang out with my dogs Willow and Spud. I also enjoy yoga, Pilates and coffee!
Jessie: Do you have a favourite movie or tv show?
Dana: It would have to be Parks and Recreation.
Jessie: Is there anything else you would like to share with us today?
Dana: I’m super excited about Club21!
About Club21
Club21 is a peer support network for people with Down syndrome to develop friendships and share group-based, social experiences with the support of a group leader and volunteers. Club21 runs in different areas of Melbourne as well as the regional areas of Geelong, Ballarat, Warrnambool and soon coming to the Northern Region areas of Victoria.
Club21 is an NDIS service. Eligible participants can access this service through their NDIS plan.
Learn more at Club21 – Down Syndrome VIC