These are the stories of the people supported by Ability Options. Their wins, challenges, ups and downs - the stories represent all of us.
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Kathryn commenced with our DES program in 2019. Over the past three years, she has faced challenges with work because of a neck and spinal disorder and resulting health barriers. She was keen on finding more suitable work and through many adversities during the COVID pandemic, she kept searching.
Read moreGabrielle uses Auslan to communicate with others on a daily basis. For Gabrielle, knowing Auslan allows her to ‘communicate with people in different situations,’ and engage and share her perspectives with the outside world, making it a part of her identity
Read moreFawaz has been with WorkReady Hornsby for almost two years, and right before the COVID lockdown hit in June 2021, he got a job offer from Gloria Jean’s Cafe, where he previously did work experience.
Read moreKaren an Ability Options Support Coordinator, has been supporting Matt, a participant with MS, for four years.
Read moreKylie, was 40 when she was discharged from the Royal North Short Hospital following a serious brain aneurysm. Here is her story of finally moving out with her partner to live independently.
Read moreWorkReady participant Rishi completed his first-ever work experience at Parramatta Woolworths, in the bakery section, only one month after being with WorkReady.
Read moreMichelle began work experience with the Salvos retail store in St Marys back in March.
Read moreAlise has not only achieved an incredible goal, but she has also fulfilled her lifelong dream.
Read moreWilliam has been attending WorkReady Hornsby for two years, and achieved a major life goal in obtaining his Ps!
Read moreWorkReady participants had the opportunity to go on an employment-focused tour at The SOFITEL in Darling Harbour.
Read moreRefer them to Ability Options to help them get the support they want and deserve.
Supporting people with disability has been a part of our story since the very beginning.
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READ MOREAbility 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.