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Support Coordination empowering creativity: Michelle’s artistic journey

Michelle, a visually impaired artist and participant in our Support Coordination services, has been captivating art enthusiasts with her beautifully handmade diamond bead creations for four years. Her artistic journey, much like her life, is a testament to perseverance, passion and growth. Michelle

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Our 2024 STAR Employee of the Year is still shining

Last year, our colleagues nominated Sydney-based Accommodation Services Support Worker Orinthia for 2024 STAR Employee of the Year. We caught up with her to talk about her role and the surprise of winning the award. Ability Options’ STAR Awards recognise the hard work and commitment of our staff a

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Daniela awarded Practice Education Commendation by Southern Cross University

Ability Options’ Coffs Harbour-based Occupational Therapist Daniela was recently awarded this year’s Practice Education Commendation by Southern Cross University’s Occupational Therapy program. “I was surprised to receive the commendation and felt a sense of gratitude to my fourth-year stude

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Catching up: A year of progress in Supported Independent Living

A year ago, we shared Bradley’s remarkable story, highlighting his resilience after a life-changing motorbike accident in 2017. Today, we’re excited to update you on his journey, showcasing the milestones he is achieving and the independence he continues to regain. About six years ago, Brad was

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Nela’s fun getaway adventure at The Retreat

At our Short-Term Accommodation services, we believe every stay is about creating wonderful moments and experiences. Mid North Coast local, Nela, recently had an eight-day adventure at The Retreat in Coffs Harbour with our friendly teams, who expertly organised her stay to make her feel right at hom

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Meet June: Embracing life and community 

In February 2024, we proudly welcomed The Junction Works’ Seven Hills facility and Day Program into Ability Options. It’s always exciting to bring passionate people into our community and see them continue delivering top-notch services in a modern, purpose-built space. We’ve had the chance to

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Celebrating our people at the 2024 STAR Awards!

On Friday, 22 November, teams from across Ability Options gathered on the sunny Coffs Coast for the 2024 STAR Awards, an evening dedicated to recognising the hard work and commitment of our staff. This year’s event celebrated the contributions of staff who support people across our communities, fr

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Participants vote for their Choice at Ability Options STAR Awards

On Friday, 22 November, Ability Options participants voted for Nick – a Senior Manager for our Disability Services on the Mid North Coast – to take home the Participant Choice Award at the 2024 STAR Awards. The STAR Awards recognise the wonderful work our colleagues do to support people

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Making moves in South Windsor

Ability Options participants at South Windsor have a new place to call home after successfully moving into a house purpose built by Specialist Disability Housing provider, Casa Capace.

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Choosing to STA-y with Ability Options brings Jarred closer to independence

With the housing market currently in a crisis with low stock and high prices nationally, finding a home can be tricky, but finding the right disability accommodation services can be even trickier, including for short-term accommodation. Jarred, a keen Sea Eagles supporter and Mid-North Coastie, want