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Kavya’s Story

  • January 11

Kavya has recently completed her first year in Bachelor of Nursing at UTS and was keen to get some work experience in the health sector. Although it was initially difficult to find employers able to facilitate work experience opportunities in this industry, Kavya and her WorkReady Consultant managed to secure an interview for a potential placement at Homebush Pharmacy. Kavya worked hard on developing her interview skills and self-confidence while attending one-on-one sessions with her Work... CONTINUE READING

Picked for Success

  • October 19

Late last year, Ability Options Employment division, Olympus Solutions partnered with a local RTO/Recruiter (Inspire Global Group), to assist Woolworths to employ staff for its next ‘Dark Store’ in Brookvale. Woolworths ‘Dark stores’ are closed to the public and are laid out like a supermarket to allow staff members to pack orders and ship directly from the store facilitating online orders for customers through the Sydney region. Through that initial partnership, our Employer Engag... CONTINUE READING

Bush Tucker “Damper Days”

  • June 15

For people with disabilities, it’s important to have access to community facilities, find opportunities for socialising and skill building. That’s exactly why Ability Options Community access groups have been exploring the local area, with an exciting new addition to the programs called “Damper Days”. During “Damper Days” the group members are supported at the Narrating Reserve to set up an open fire in a control environment, collect the wood, prepare the ingredients and bake Dam... CONTINUE READING

Aleesha’s Story

  • May 3

Aleesha is a talented young woman who has always been passionate about musicals. Aleesha’s dream is to sing in front of people and one of her NDIS goals is to get out and about and build her confidence through performing live. Ability Options is working together with Aleesha to achieve her dreams, supporting her with finding venues to perform and producing flyers to send invitations out to the public. One of Aleesha’s latest shows has been a heartfelt performance from 'Frozen' the movie a... CONTINUE READING

Jarrod – Making the NDIS work for me

  • May 3

It wasn’t too long ago that Jarrod was living at home with his Mum and Dad. He felt ready to spread his wings and gain some independence, so Jarrod moved into his own two bedroom flat. Life has never looked so good; Jarrod drives his car to work, is learning to cook his own meals and heads off to the footy when the Knights are playing at home. Jarrod then decided he wanted to start hitting the gym. In consultation with his Ability Options support worker, together they planned what he’d... CONTINUE READING

Jess – One of our dedicated Support Workers

  • March 23

Seeking a change from management roles, Jess discovered her desire in life, to help people, was also a logical career choice. Jess began working as a Support Worker for Ability Options. By matching dedicated Support Workers to a range of people accessing NDIS support, Ability Options helps to improve the quality of life and everyday skills of the people we support. Taking on the Support Worker role for Braden, 18, has been very rewarding for Jess. Braden has Autism and experiences depressi... CONTINUE READING

Julie on her transition to the NDIS

  • January 20

Julie has achieved her dream of being independent again, through opportunities provided by Ability Options and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Julie chose to work with Ability Options to plan her supports and to assist her to achieve her goals shortly after she gained approval through the NDIS. A condition known as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, caused Julie’s vision to become impaired. This was a big change in Julie’s life and took some adjustment; she sometimes felt a sen... CONTINUE READING

A message from the Board and CEO: The Voice Winter 2025

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Ability 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.