Driving Towards New Goals with Parent Pathways

Samantha embarked on her journey with our Parent Pathways program after connecting with Mentor Reney at a MyTime support group, facilitated by Mallee Family Care. Her initial goals were clear: to build her confidence and obtain her probationary licence, aiming for greater independence for both herself and her daughter.

Since joining the program in November 2025, Samantha has made remarkable progress towards these goals with our dedicated support. She completed driving lessons through Licensed to Drive and was assisted in accessing their vehicle to sit her practical driving test at Vic Roads, which she successfully passed. This significant achievement was followed by Samantha purchasing her own vehicle, providing her with invaluable independence when travelling with her daughter.

Beyond driving, we also provided additional support, including replacing the screen on her iPad and offering ongoing engagement vouchers . Samantha thoughtfully used these vouchers to celebrate her progress, choosing to purchase essentials and personal items from Kmart.

Samantha and Mentor Reney continue to meet regularly, often enjoying outings to different local cafes. These visits are helping Samantha build her social confidence while enjoying time out in the community. Samantha is now enthusiastically working towards her next set of goals, and we are incredibly proud of her dedication and achievements.

We are here to walk alongside people as they build skills, confidence, and pathways to meaningful work and greater independence.