Nathan KENNEDY

Ben's Story. What DICE Enterprise Means to Ben? Ben spent a long time feeling like life was happening around him, not with him. He lives with Down syndrome, and for years he felt judged before people even got to know him. That judgement builds up. It chips away at confidence, it makes you second-guess yourself, and it can leave you feeling trapped in a routine that does not feel like a real life. For Ben, that began to turn into depression, because he never felt like he had the freedom, or...

Shantelle became part of the DICE Enterprise family in 2019, right at the beginning of our journey. When Covid hit, Shantelle’s world, like so many others, suddenly became much smaller. Daily routines disappeared, social contact stopped, and isolation quickly took hold. Her mental health suffered, and without regular opportunities to get out, meet people, or feel useful, life began to feel overwhelming and lonely. During this time, DICE was there for Shantelle in every way we could be. We...

Mark's Journey of Growth and Confidence Introduction Mark, a Dice member, has experienced tremendous growth over the past year. Despite having a learning disability, his confidence has flourished through various Dice activities, especially at the #Ability  Adventure Camp. Joining Dice Mark joined Dice seeking a supportive, inclusive community. Dice welcomed him, helping him explore his interests and build his skills. Camp Highlights The #Ability  Adventure Camp was the peak of Mark's journey,...