After spending lots of resources trying to find jobs for our participants… I decided “stuff it” why not create a supported environment for them? A workplace where everyone can learn, feel supported and (wait for it) GET EQUAL PAY.
And so, on Christmas Eve 2021 The first HappinessFirst – Coffee, Pantry & Gift Shop was born in Rosebud, Victoria.
We offer supported employment in coffee making, food handling, retail, stock ordering and control, customer service, gardening, handyman support, woodcrafts & so much more. You want a job in it, we’ll find the education/skills you need, the teachers to teach you, provide the support and even create the paid work opportunities for you. “This is the world I choose for all participants now and into the future, join us” – Founder Rose Farfalla MornPen local.
Our locations
Chelsea Offices – 3/461 Nepean Hwy, Chelsea, Vic. 3196
Rosebud Shop & Offices – 1377 Point Nepean Rd, Rosebud, Vic. 3939
How we work
In only a few steps we can provide you with all the supports you need, supporting you or your loved one to live a happier life.
Tell us a little about your goals, abilities & needs. You, your carer, support person or support co-ordinator are welcome to call or email anytime.
We match you with our services, programs & supporting staff. We handpick the best staff member to match your needs.
Begin being supported!! Our management team also check-in with you regularly to ensure you are happy with our services.
Why HappinessFirst?
NDIS Registered Provider
We can service NDIA, Self-Managed & Plan Managed participants.
Nation-Wide
Some of our services are offered Australia wide.
Australian Owned
Our head office is based on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
We listen to your needs
We ask you the right questions in order to match you or your loved one with our services & staff that best fit your needs.
Victoria
Most of our services are available across all suburbs in Victoria, including regional areas.
Excellence
Our policy & procedures ensure excellence in quality of service.
Our team
Our staff provide you the best possible service.
Our values
We value quality, choice, control & affordability.
HappinessFirst Services
We provide reliable, honest, quality, skilled and complete services. Enabling you or your loved one to "Live their best Life". Click on our services to learn more, and keep in mind we can tailor all our services to met your specific needs. .
Learning
School Holiday
Employment Inclusion
Overnight & Short Stay
Counselling & Therapy
Independent Living
Education & Employment
Cleaning & Gardening
Personal/ In Home Care
Help around the house
Social & Travel
Meals
Do you have NDIS Funding?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a scheme of the Australian Government that funds costs associated with disability. The scheme was legislated for in 2013 and is expected to be in full operation nationally by 2020. It is administered by the National Disability Insurance Agency. Check if you or your loved one is eligible.
HappinessFirst is proud to be an approved NDIS provider.
Happy employees make happy workplaces
HappinessFirst offers Employee Assistance services. Your employees can now have access to a qualified counsellor anytime and anywhere – from their PC, laptop, iPad or smartphone.
This confidential and independent assistance enables the early resolution of factors that may be impacting on an individual’s well-being and effectiveness in the workplace.
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Passion to help people
They just make it happen and i’m forever grateful.
Brock Eades
5 out of 5 HappinessFirst – thanks Rose for organising your team to support us when there was nobody else.
Claire Janssen
Great home-care support, very caring.
Anthony Tran
Counselling is very helpful and has made me see the world a little more different.
Leo Houston
As a Support Coordinator I struggle to recommend services as times, I have to say HappinessFirst has NEVER let my participants down.
Kim Jones
Our services just stopped with no explanation during the COVID-19 periods. But as soon as we called HappinessFirst we had access to all the essential services we needed straight away, in the next day.
Holly Rofe
I have 3 children/teens with additional needs, Rose sorted everything. Her service is amazing and could not have come at a better time for my family.
Isabella Nicklin
Best support workers, caring and accommodating for my special family.
Jacob Septimus
Day program was the best Lisa ever attended.
Gemma Adamson
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