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National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and a time to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. What is reconciliation?  According to Reconciliation Australia, “At its heart, [reconciliation is] strengthening relationships between Aboriginal…
READ MOREAs we navigate the journey out of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is clear the virus and its mutations have defined the 2020s, but the remnants of the virus have left a lasting sting across the globe. As much as we would all like to forget about it, it’s crucial we…
READ MOREFind out about our Therapy Team Our Ability Options Therapy Team is made up of a team of Professional Therapists and Allied Heath Assistants who are dedicated to work in a client focused, strength-based practice. The Ability Options Therapy Team works with participants of the NDIS of all ages. Working…
READ MOREThis year, we collated recipes from all over Ability Options. There isn’t one more appreciated cultural export than food and we’re thrilled to share and celebrate our cultures and diversity through our different cuisines. Harmony Week and Harmony Day bring together Australians from all different backgrounds. At Ability Options, we…
READ MOREInternational Wheelchair Day is a celebration of the wheelchair. Wheelchairs give freedom to those who use them every day. The day is also a chance to consider taking positive action towards a more inclusive and accessible world. This week, we heard from Marketing Assistant – Shannon, a valued member of…
READ MOREInternational Women’s Day (IWD) is not only a conversation around what is happening right now, and a chance to contemplate how things can change in the future, it’s a celebration of the achievements of women. At Ability Options, we strive to support and accommodate both employees in their jobs, and…
READ MOREIdentifying 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.…
READ MOREDisability 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…
READ MORESupported 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 National Disability Insurance Scheme (the NDIS), Supported Independent Living is generally available to people who require…
READ MOREIt’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 increase stress for people with anxiety and depression. Some people might…
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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.