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News & Media28 March 2023
Disability Royal Commission: Providers quizzed about actions during and after serious incidents
In February, Ability Options attended hearing 32 of the Disability Royal Commission and reflected on the key themes that were heard, and the lessons providers are taking from the hearings. Â Hearing 32 of the Disability Royal Commission (DRC) was held during February 2023 and looked at the actions that providers had taken since they […]
Read moreNews & Media13 February 2023
Ability Options expands employment services on Central Coast
Leading disability and employment services provider Ability Options is moving into a larger and newly refurbished office in Toukley to support the growth of its employment services capabilities in the region. The not-for-profit will have the capacity to grow its Workforce Australia and ParentsNext programs on the Central Coast, furthering its mission to support people […]
Read moreNews & Media12 December 2022
Ability Options Celebrates International Day of People with Disability
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 […]
Read moreSponsored05 December 2022
Our 2022 STAR Awards Winners
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 […]
Read moreNews & Media05 December 2022
Ability Options welcomes R&R Care to its community
As of 30 November 2022, Mid-North Coast disability services provider R&R Care has joined the Ability Options community as a wholly owned subsidiary. R&R Care provides a range of social and recreational activities to support participants to engage with their community, strengthen their ability to live independently, and live the life they want. Many of […]
Read moreNews & Media27 November 2022
Annual Report: How we supported our people in 2021-22
The 2021-22 Ability Options Annual Report is now available to read online. This year, we have focussed on leadership, how that has been demonstrated across the Ability Options community, and how much value great leadership right through our Ability Options Community offers to participants and our Mission. The Annual Report reflects on the work our […]
Read moreSponsored21 November 2022
2022 STAR Awards Sponsors
Below are our 2022 STAR Awards sponsors. The awards ceremony highlighted, recognised and rewarded our people for the incredible work they do in line with Ability Options’ core values of Trust, Respect, Inclusion, Courage and to Lead, supporting participants to live the lives they choose. Major Sponsor: Speak Your Language We would like to thank […]
Read moreNews & Media21 September 2022
Social & Group Program Events Calendar
We are excited to announce the launch of our Social & Group Program Events Calendar! The calendar incorporates all the fun group programs and activities in each of our regions, tailored to different age groups. View our calendar here, and sign up to programs & activities that suit your interest! People of all ages can […]
Read moreNews & Media12 July 2022
Mutual Obligations News
As difficult weather conditions around NSW continue, our thoughts are with everyone who has been impacted across the state. Our communities are being tested by flooding and challenging weather events. A wide range of people in flood-affected NSW Local Government Areas (LGAs) have had mutual obligation and participation requirements paused. If you receive support through […]
Read moreNews & Media03 July 2022
CEO Update: July 2022
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year, to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week, from 3-10 July this year, is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in […]
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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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