After just two months with Ability Options’ WorkReady program, participant Seth got to put his newly learned skills into practice when he landed his first paid role in the workforce, after completing a work experience placement at a café. In early 2022, Seth joined Ability Options’ WorkReady program at H... CONTINUE READING
Club All In has continued its streak of success after its discos in the Northern Beaches prompted Western Sydney and the Mid-North Coast to put on their very own fiesta, hosting more than 73 people across both events. “Participants, family members and carers... CONTINUE READING
Having a concrete sense of belonging is something almost anybody would tell you is important to them. People find their sense of belonging in many ways. Ability Options strives to support each participant through its services, to find their sense of belonging in whichever way they wish to. This goes beyond the day-to... CONTINUE READING
When Fiona began attending counselling sessions back in February, she felt lost and was unsure of where she stood in the world. She was referred to our Vocational Counsellor, Stephanie, and now has a safe space to talk about her challenges with someone... CONTINUE READING
In late March, WorkReady participants from our Seven Hills, Parramatta, Hornsby, and Penrith sites, had the opportunity to attend Sydney Zoo for an industry day and tour. Their host began the day by talking about employment opportunities at the zoo. The participants were excited to see their favourite animals and learn about the different types of jobs available. Participants first met with Kayla from the... CONTINUE READING
Alex is an Ability Options participant, who uses the WorkReady service at our Hornsby office. Recently, Alex has achieved one of his biggest life goals, getting his provisional P1 driver’s licence. Alex has been wanting to get his P1 licence for a long time and will now be able to drive on his own, meaning he can get around without relying on his family, giving him extra independence. Since he began lea... CONTINUE READING
The importance of NAIDOC Week to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is nothing short of crucial. It’s an opportunity for all Australians to come together and share in the collective knowledge and experiences of First Nations peoples.... CONTINUE READING
Ability Options has been a leader in Disability and Employment Services since its inception more than 45 years ago - a leader that is especially dedicated to its core value of inclusion. ... CONTINUE READING
Multiple Sclerosis, also known as MS, is a chronic disease where the immune system attacks the Central Nervous System (including the brain, spine, and optic nerves), often causing inflammation and damage to the nerves, making it hard for the brain to send signals to the rest of the body. People with MS often experience symptoms, such as fatigue, chronic pain, and difficulty walking. Matt is an Ability Options participant from Western Sydney, who has been living with MS for 19 years and curren... CONTINUE READING
Phoebe’s dream is to work with dogs. Recently, she was given an exciting role as a volunteer dog handler at Nepean Therapy Dogs in Penrith, as she was looking to gain some practical experience since completing her Animal Studies course at TAFE last year. Phoebe, who was already managing a busy schedule, combining part-time work with her studies, was determined to take the next step in achieving her goal. With the support and encouragement of her WorkReady Consultant, Sharron, Phoebe did not... CONTINUE READING
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.
