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Last year, we successfully placed over 300 participants into employment by Christmas Day. This year, our teams are back in action with a bigger goal. This year, the Ability Options Employment Services teams set a goal of supporting at least 350 of our participants to secure employment between 1 November and 24 December. We understand […]
Read moreTuesday, 3 December marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) – an incredibly significant date on our calendar. As I take a moment to reflect on the significance of IDPwD, I am filled with a sense of hope and recognition for how far we as a community, nation, and sector have come to continue […]
Read moreThoughtful technology expertise to ease administrative pain points and lift care outcomes Compassion and technology. They may sound like strange bedfellows, but cleverly targeted and smartly administered IT is truly powerful medicine. Whether it’s equipping care professionals with the tools they need, lifting administrative burdens, enhancing resource allocation, enabling timely communication, or supporting more personalised […]
Read moreHello 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 get into […]
Read moreSpeak 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, […]
Read moreDisability 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 employment. For participants, the new program will have expanded eligibility, tailored support based on […]
Read moreBy Julia Squire, Ability Options CEO The disability sector has entered a period of even more rapid recommendations and change in recent months. I wanted to highlight a few things that have happened. The recent pricing review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) left many on the frontline of service delivery disappointed and questioning […]
Read moreIt 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. Ability Options has recommitted to our strategy, called “Towards 2030”, as well as our Mission, Vision, and Values with a refreshed focus on putting people first […]
Read moreFor 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 […]
Read moreAbility 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. Courtney has worked in the employment services sector with Ability Options for two and a half years, and being passionate about supporting people, has been awarded the […]
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Refer a ParticipantFor people living with a disability, having access to an occupational therapist is enormously valuable in helping them to enjoy the maximum quality of life, by helping them be active and achieve independence.
READ MOREAs society progressively moves away from past prejudices, more and more positions in the workforce for people with a disability are appearing. No matter the disability, individuals can use their skills to achieve great things in the workforce.
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 Independe
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.
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