Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) are key terms used within the NDIS to describe essential accommodation supports for people living with disability. Although these terms are often... CONTINUE READING
Hello everyone, By now, I imagine many of you will be preparing for a busy holiday season, getting the BBQ ready, and pulling out the sunscreen for what I imagine is going to be a warm December. It has been a busy and interesting year for our participants and our teams. Before I g... CONTINUE READING
Speak Your Language (SYL) is a leading national organisation offering expert translation and interpretation services. Our team of NAATI-certified interpreters and translators provides tailored solutions to job networks, rehab providers, government agencies, and individuals across Australia. With staff based in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane, and Perth, we offer the highest access to language professionals, ensuring faster communication response times without compromising o... CONTINUE READING
Disability employment reform is underway with a new specialist disability employment program starting on 1 July 2025 that will replace the current one. One of the main goals is to remove the red tape for providers supporting participants looking for sustainable employ... CONTINUE READING
It has been a very busy winter for the sector and our organisation. I wanted to share an update on the organisation and our focus for the next year.... CONTINUE READING
For the past decade, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has redefined disability support in Australia, putting its participants first and giving them the freedom to live the lives they choose. Julia Squire, CEO of Ability Options, reflects on how the NDIS has transformed lives and the challenges it faces for a sustainable future. Support Workers Yvette and Sarabjit provide their perspectives on the Scheme’s influence on their participants as the ND... CONTINUE READING
Ability Options’ Hornsby-based Workforce Partner Courtney was recently recognised with a top award from CoAct for her work supporting people to find employment and develop their work skills. ... CONTINUE READING
The National Disability Insurance Agency’s (NDIA) Annual Pricing Review of the NDIS falls far too short to cover rising operational costs, sector leaders say.... CONTINUE READING
Disability employment reform is underway with a new specialist disability employment program to commence on 1 July, 2025. Its goal is to remove the red tape for providers supporting participants and to boost access for participants looking for sustainable employment. On the back of the government’s commitment of an additional $227.6 million to the new program in the 2024-25 Federal Budget, Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth said there is a “clear vision” and that it will bett... CONTINUE READING
Ability Options would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and emerging.
