It’s the week of our 2023 STAR Awards Ceremony!  Our STAR Awards highlight, recognise and reward our people for the incredible work they do in line with Ability Options’ core Values of Trust, Respect, Inclusion, Courage and to Lead.... CONTINUE READING
Ability Options is proudly supporting the ‘Yes’ campaign ahead of late 2023’s Voice Referendum.  We stand alongside the pea... CONTINUE READING
Identifying your goals and building a plan for how to reach them through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is not always as easy as it sounds. Sometimes, you need help to understand your plan and to connect with the NDIS services that are right for you and your circumstances. That’s where a support coordinator comes in. They will: work collaboratively with you and your family and to... CONTINUE READING
Disability employment services, also known as DES, provide choice and flexibility for people with a disability who are looking for a job. DES can be large organisations or small providers. They may be for-profit companies or for-purpose groups, or a partnership of organisations. DES providers are organisations that help people living with a disability to prepare for a job, find one and keep it. These services are tailor... CONTINUE READING
Supported Independent Living and the NDIS You might consider Supported Independent Living when you would like to access help to develop skills that will increase your independence, while living in the community. Under Australia’s... CONTINUE READING
It’s the time of year where people will be setting expectations for a joyful Christmas, and planning time to connect with family and friends. However, for many, the festive season can also highlight financial issues, family conflict, loneliness and increa... CONTINUE READING
International Day of People with Disability is a United Nations observed day which aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions. This annual day of significance is arguably the biggest day for people with disability in the calendar year. We attended a range of different events in celebration and recognition of people with disability across NSW. Blacktown IDPwD Funfair and Disability Awards... CONTINUE READING
On Friday, 2 December, Ability Options colleagues gathered to celebrate their crowning achievements and dedication to supporting people with disability in our communities year-round for the 2022 STAR Awards. A record-breaking 460 nominations came in during the lead up to what was an exceptionally special night where our colleagues got together to celebrate and recognise each other’s hard work in... CONTINUE READING
Creating a great work culture leads to increased productivity and satisfaction amongst employees. As an employer, you can create a more positive work culture by motivating and encouraging your employees within their roles. Recognising their contributions and celebrating their... CONTINUE READING
If you feel that you are struggling with emotional difficulties, life challenges, and mental health concerns, then counselling can benefit you. It may take some time to decide whether you are ready for counselling.  Often people will wait and see if time, lifestyle changes, or the support of friends and family improves how they feel. If you experience any unhelpful emotions or feelings to the extent that they interfere with life, then counselling may help you reduce their impacts. It’s esp... CONTINUE READING
In the ever-complex world of the NDIS, Support Coordinators emerge to empower participants to navigate the scheme, exercise choice and control and achieve their goals. This month, we wanted to highlight the thoughts from across our Support Coordination team about what they think makes a Support Coo...
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.
