BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS: Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities in Australia
Discover how Australia is breaking down employment barriers for people with disabilities and promoting inclusivity in the workforce. Inspirational success stories inside.
INCLUSIVITY ON THE MENU: Melbourne’s Most Accessible and Disability-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes
Discover Melbourne’s most inclusive dining spots! From Attica’s fine dining to The Social Studio Cafe’s social impact, explore restaurants and cafes committed to accessibility and diversity.
SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING: Empowering Individuals with Disabilities
Dive into our latest article exploring Supported Independent Living (SIL) and its transformative role in the lives of individuals with disabilities. From promoting independence to integrating community participation, SIL is reshaping the narrative around disability and autonomy. Discover the myriad benefits of SIL and understand why it’s more than just a service—it’s a philosophy championing inclusivity and empowerment.
ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR DISABILITY IN VICTORIA
Dive into the role of advocacy services in Victoria as they champion the rights for individuals with disabilities, as well as providing essential support and resources to promote independence and inclusion.
Behavioural Management Strategies for Complex Care Needs
We wanted to share some effective behavioural management strategies for supporting individuals with complex care needs or behaviours of concern, in order to enhance their well-being and fostering a positive living environment.
Top 5 Disability Influencers on Instagram You Need to Follow
Discover the top 5 disability influencers on Instagram who advocate for disability awareness and inclusion. They use their platform to not only inspire others but advocate for disability awareness, challenge misconceptions and celebrate diversity.
10 Melbourne Destinations for Support Workers and their Clients
As we move into Spring, it is always great to try something new. Discover some of Melbourne’s most accessible and engaging places for both support workers and clients to share and enjoyable and inclusive experience.
What does a quality Registered Care Provider look like?
If you have a disability or are supporting someone in the family with a disability, you must have heard stories of registered care providers that have completely missed the mark in providing a quality care service, perhaps an inability to fill routine shifts or placing people in care that just don’t have the right skill set for the specific client.
What Are the Struggles That Our Support Workers Face?
Support workers play a crucial role in the lives of people with disabilitoes. They provide the necessary care, guidance, and assistance that enable these individuals to lead fulfilling lives. However, support workers also face certain limitations and challenges that can impact their ability to provide the best possible support. In this article, we will explore some of these limitations and discuss ways to overcome them.
The Disability Company launches new Supported Independent Living Services
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a specialised service designed to empower people with disabilities to live as independently as possible. At The Disability Company, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, which is why we are proud to announce that we have started offering SIL services to our clients.
