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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 moreAs 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 moreThe 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 moreBelow 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 moreWe 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 moreAs 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 moreNAIDOC 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 […]
Read moreIn light of the COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Mandate in the Disability Sector, Ability Options CEO Julia Squire has written to both the NSW Ministers for Health and Disability. The letters outline our dedication to vaccine advocacy, compliance with Public Health Orders/Work Health and Safety obligations and ask for important clarification around mandates and the future […]
Read moreLike so many out in the community, our teams at Ability Options are also managing the impacts of the current wave of COVID-19. Our COVID Management Plans are working really well. We continue to support staff to stay safe and to help keep participants safe. We are also well stocked with rapid antigen tests (RATs) […]
Read moreMrs. Nola Buck, Ability Options life member and long-serving Board Director has been awarded the prestigious Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to people with disability, and to the community. The entire Ability Options community is delighted and would like to congratulate Mrs. Buck on the recognition of her lifetime’s leadership, advocacy […]
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For 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.