Month:

Supporting people to build their independence

  • December 12

About five years ago, Brad was in a serious motorbike accident that left him injured and with a neurological disorder which required specialist treatment. He spent a long time going between hospitals and for three years of his life was non-verbal, being peg fed, and was aided by specialist equipment to help him go to the bathroom. Last year, he and his family sought more support to redevelop his communication skills, build his strength, and regain some of his indepen... CONTINUE READING

Employment Success for Nambucca Local Ollie

  • November 6

When Young Nambucca local Ollie Walshe finished work with a previous employer in the area, he wanted to find new employment. Ollie faced some challenges finding work due to his disability. But he never let this hold him back. A keen worker and local volunteer Ollie, a keen worker and active volunteer in his local community, needed some guidance when looking for new employment. He was connected to Anessa Edwards from our Disability Employment Service who helped him build confidence in... CONTINUE READING

A hole in one for young jobseeker Jamie!

  • November 6

Patrons of the Bellingen Golf Club will be familiar with Jamie, the young Club All Rounder who works with the club crew and keeps the golf carts clean, fuelled and in tip top shape. An opportunity to volunteer Living on the spectrum, Jamie was able to access NDIS supports through his Disability Service Provider, which helped him engage in social activities and explore work experience opportunities after he graduated Year 12. This led Jamie to his role at the Golf Club, where he began... CONTINUE READING

Farming for Wellbeing: NDIS Participants win big at Privada Farm

  • October 30

On the sunny Coffs Coast, a local group of NDIS participants have been getting into the thick of what it means to work on a farm, look after a variety of animals, and develop their skills.  Privada Farm is a local institution built on foundations of the collective experiences of health club owners and is a favourite destinati... CONTINUE READING

You have the power to advocate for disability inclusion

  • September 21

A decade ago, disability rights advocates in Australia won the fight for the implementation of a National Disability Insurance Scheme, which now supports over 550,000 Australians with disability.   Since its implementation, the NDIS has transformed the lives of many Australians with disability, but we... CONTINUE READING

Thomas’ dream job lands him independence

  • September 21

Finding your calling for work can really come down to what you love in life.  For Thomas, that was a keen interest in fish and plant life. Having realised his passion, Thomas decided to take his niche interests and enlist the support of Ability Options’ Employment Consultants. ... CONTINUE READING

What can a Standout Support Coordinator can do for you?

In the ever-complex world of the NDIS, Support Coordinators emerge to empower participants to navigate the scheme, exercise choice and control and achieve their goals. This month, we wanted to highlight the thoughts from across our Support Coordination team about what they think makes a Support Coo...

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.