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Our Services01 July 2024
“Falling far too short”: The NDIA’s Annual Pricing Review released on Friday
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. The Review released on Friday last week details an overall 3.19 per cent pricing rise which National Disability Services CEO Laurie Leigh says “fails to recognise the real costs of […]
Read moreOur Services18 June 2024
Disability employment reform: less red tape, more options and support
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 […]
Read moreNews & Media01 June 2024
A reminder to stay safe this winter
Winter is here, and along with the colder weather comes an increase in the transmission of viruses including COVID and the flu. Winter viruses are already very active and occurring in high numbers this year. The health of our people is our priority, so here are some tips on how to keep yourself and those […]
Read moreNews & Media26 May 2024
Working towards better services: Satisfaction Survey Action Plan
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the Ability Options Participant and Parent/Carer Satisfaction Surveys, completed in November 2023. We have taken time to review the results, consult with teams and work through what we believe are the priorities. Feedback from our communities is essential for us, as it allows us to shape […]
Read moreNews & Media14 April 2024
Ability Options promotes Short-Term Accommodation services to community at The Retreat
On Wednesday, 10 April, local community members came together for an Open Day at Ability Options’ inclusive Short-Term Accommodation services location on the Coffs Coast, The Retreat. Welcoming people with disability, their families and caregivers, staff at Ability Options were joined by representatives from other local not-for-profits, along with Coffs Harbour MP Gurmesh Singh to […]
Read moreNews & Media08 April 2024
New NDIS Taskforce cracking down on providers illegally overcharging participants
A taskforce endorsed by Minister for the NDIS Bill Shorten MP says it intends to crack down on unfair prices and the suspected overcharging of participants by dishonest services providers. Chaired by the ACCC, the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, and the National Disability Insurance Agency, the taskforce will prevent dishonest service providers from charging […]
Read moreNews & Media10 March 2024
Ability Options to help fill housing gap for people with disability in NSW
Leading disability and employment services provider Ability Options has today launched a campaign to help fill the housing gap for people living with disability in New South Wales. With the housing market across the state continuing to be highly competitive with reports of low stock, specialist accommodation providers like Ability Options are supporting people with […]
Read moreNews & Media07 March 2024
Life’s better with Options – Ability Options 2024 Accommodation Campaign
Over the next 3 months, Ability Options will be highlighting the stories of people whose lives have been transformed through inclusive living, showcasing our Short Term and Supported Independent Living accommodations with our new campaign theme: Life’s better with Options. The why behind the campaign We believe in choice and inclusion and understand the profound […]
Read moreNews & Media13 February 2024
Celebrating growth and new opportunities as Ability Options
Our CEO Julia Squire recently marked a significant milestone with our new colleagues in Yamba. Hosting a Community Morning Tea, Julia acknowledged the final stages of CHESS Connect joining the growing Ability Options family and celebrated their wonderful legacy of service. On behalf of CHESS Connect and Ability Options, Julia welcomed participants, employers, community services […]
Read moreNews & Media14 January 2024
My Take: Julia on the NDIS Review
The National Disability Insurance Scheme has undergone its ten-year review and released its historic final report. This report continues to be a topic of discussion for a sector that looks to its recommendations with hope for a more inclusive Australia. Ability Options’ CEO Julia Squire says she, like many in the sector, is eager to […]
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Ability Options is a member of NDS, Australia’s peak industry body for non-government disability services, servicing members at local, state and national levels.
Ability Options delivers DES and Workforce Australia services in partnership with CoAct Employment. CoAct represents a network of leading community service providers who deliver employment services nationally.
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Setting a new standard in accommodation so that people with disability can live life to the fullest.
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