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Having a paid job can be an important part of getting well and staying well. Read about some of the amazing people we’ve helped into stable, life-changing work.

These are the stories we see happen every day: people with experience of mental illness, addictions or disability who find and keep work; happy and supportive employers; and all the benefits that follow.

Read these stories of change – of reaching financial and personal independence, connection and improved relationships, purpose and having fun.

Get in touch now to find out how we can support you, a friend or a family member.

Sarah

Sarah overcame her anxiety and low self-confidence and secured the...

Michelle

Michelle’s professional achievements were impressive. But redundancy and mental health...

Afa

Afa secured employment despite living with schizophrenia and a complex...

Mike

"It's not just about asking employers for vacancies,” says Nik,...

Josh

Josh today is a confident young man with a wonderful...

Liana

When Liana arrived for her first meeting with Workwise it...

Sue

From a life of multiple addictions to a life of...

Zac

Zac’s story is one of courage and determination through adversity...

Talia

Talia was only one step away from completing her degree...

Steve

Steve, like his uncle, was diagnosed with schizophrenia. Steve’s uncle...

David

Despite being diagnosed with schizophrenia, David had enjoyed extended periods...

John

After making some poor decisions, John was desperate to return...