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Approximately 1 in 10 working-age Australians provide unpaid care to people with disabilities, long-term health issues, or age-related conditions. We find that individuals moving into caregiving reduce employment initially, but this effect moderates over time. However, there are more long-lasting reductions in life satisfaction and mental health – as individuals are forced to juggle new-found caring duties with work responsibilities. This work highlights that it is important to move past just labour market effects to understand outcomes for those who take on important informal caring responsibilities in Australia. For more information, you can read our recent micronote here - https://lnkd.in/gMMbfnhS.

Feeling Struggling? Here's Why a Disability Support Service Can Be Your Game Changer! Do you feel like daily tasks take up all your energy? You're not alone! But did you know a disability support service can be your key to unlocking a new level of freedom and well-being? From gaining independence and boosting your health to enjoying meaningful connections and achieving your goals, here are just 7 reasons why these services can truly change your life: ✨Regain Independence and control: Do your own thing with help for daily tasks like chores, shopping, and appointments. ✨Improve Your Health & Well-being: Access healthcare, manage medication, and live a healthier, happier life. ✨Connect with Your Community: Make friends, share experiences, and feel part of something bigger. ✨Reach Your Full Potential: Get job coaching, develop skills, and confidently chase your dreams. ✨Reduce Stress and anxiety: Delegate tasks, get emotional support, and find peace of mind. ✨Peace of Mind for You & Loved Ones: Know you're supported, giving everyone comfort and security. ✨ Focus on What Matters Most: Spend your energy on the things you truly love. Ready to explore your options? Find out how a disability support service can empower you to live your best life! Contact us in the comments below. #disabilitysupport #adelaide #independentliving #wellbeing #community #inclusion #empowerment #lifeskills #goals #peaceofmind #youdeserveit #letsconnect #connnections #letsconnecteveryone #letsconnectnow #letsgrowtogether

🌟 Embrace Your Journey, One Step at a Time 🌟 At Coast2Coast Disability, we believe that every journey is unique, and it's important to move at your own pace. Whether you’re working towards greater independence or simply looking to enjoy each day more fully, remember that progress isn’t about how fast you go—it’s about how far you’ve come. 🛤️✨ Our Personal Care Services are here to support you on this path. We’re dedicated to providing compassionate, individualised care that empowers you to live life on your terms. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities or just a helping hand when you need it most, we’re here for you. Let’s embrace each moment together, with the understanding that it’s okay to take your time. Your journey is yours alone, and it’s worth celebrating every step of the way. 🌼💪 🔗 Learn more about our Personal Care Services and how we can support you on your journey at https://lnkd.in/gD756WFv #Coast2CoastDisability #PersonalCare #YourJourneyYourPace #DisabilitySupport #Empowerment

🌟 Quality + Safety = A Fulfilling Life 🌟 As a dedicated disability provider, we believe that quality and safety are the cornerstones of a fulfilling life. But what do these concepts mean to you? 🤔 Quality might mean personalised care, meaningful activities, or simply having the freedom to live your life to the fullest. Safety might mean feeling secure in your environment, having reliable support, or knowing that your needs are met with respect and dignity. Together, quality and safety empower individuals to thrive, fostering independence and peace of mind. We want to hear your thoughts! How do quality and safety impact your life or the lives of those you care about? Share with us in the comments below. 💬❤️ Would you like to know how we integrate these principles into our services? 📞 0493 719 206 | 0488 146 529 📧 admin@betternbeyond.com.au #QualityAndSafety #BetternBeyond #CommunityVoices #DisabilitySupport #ShareYourStory #InclusiveCommunity

🌟 Independence is not about doing everything alone but having the right support to achieve your goals. 🌟 At LITS, we understand that true independence comes with the right kind of help. It’s about having the support you need to live life fully, on your terms. 🏞️👫 Whether it’s assistance with daily tasks or reaching your life’s biggest milestones, we’re here to help you or your loved ones take the next step toward a more empowered and independent life. 💡 Discover how we can support your journey towards independence. 💪 Together, we can make every goal achievable with the support that truly makes a difference. 🔗 Learn more at https://lits.care/ 📧 Reach out at care@lits.care ❤️ Like, Share & Follow for more empowering stories and practical tips on living independently with dignity and care. #NDISprovider #DisabilitySupport #LiveIndependently #DisabilityAwareness #SupportServices #disabilitysupport #lifeskills #independentliving #communitysupport #personalcare #NDIS #supportservices #LITS #LITSCARE #litscareservices #DisabilityCommunity #ndisaustralia #australia #ndisserviceprovider #ndisapproved #LivingIndependentlyThroughSupports #householdtaskassistance

I get asked to run access rider workshops a lot. Every time, I ask if they've considered a wellbeing workshop instead. That's because 9 times out of 10, I run them as almost the same workshop. Internalised ableism is a tricky beast. We're shown by society from a very young age that disability is something undesirable, and it takes a lot of learning to change that perspective. So when someone falls under the legal definition of disability, there's a good chance they may not be ready to embrace the word. By addressing the ideas of individual needs and addressing those in their own unique way under the banner of wellbeing, we can support people who are earlier on in a journey of self acceptance. There are other perks too - people can have support needs that aren't tied to disability, yet when we use the word 'access' people assume the conversation starts and ends with disability. Access can relate to financial situation, travel arrangements, social and belonging needs and more. Access must be intersectional to be meaningful, so let's start the conversation with everyone. Not just the people who know they need it.

So many great insights from our session with Northcott disability support workers and service coordinators and the team from Northcott Innovation. We talked about how best to use A Good Life to provide as much value as possible to the people they support and the teams they work in. Here are a few of their observations: ➡️ Support needs are ongoing, but support relationships often aren’t — People with complex care needs require support over years or decades, but staffing challenges and high turnover in the sector mean that rich knowledge about each person’s support is often lost. A Good Life can work with other tools to track and inform how support is provided over time, making these transitions smoother and helping staff to provide consistent and focused care. ➡️ Support is dynamic. People’s needs and preferences change over time and in different contexts — A Good Life shows support workers how these needs are shifting, helping them to adapt and provide quality care in every situation. ➡️ Support can involve helping people to express themselves — For people who are non-verbal or who don’t have a practical understanding of concepts like choice or control, it can be challenging to express their desires and concerns or how they like to do things. In these cases, it typically falls to support teams to identify and communicate preferences. A Good Life makes this process more transparent and reflects the subjective nature of concepts like enjoyment or risk. ➡️ Support needs change through life — Support needs can subtly and gradually change as people age, when they experience conditions like dementia, or at the end of their lives. A Good Life helps support teams to identify, anticipate and respond to life changes like these. A huge thanks to Nartarn, Maria, Bernard, Mitul, Evelyn, Kat and Madeleine for your insights and perspectives! 🙌 The deep and ongoing relationships between designers and context experts is at the core of what makes A Good Life such an amazing project. For an overview of A Good Life, check out this short video: https://lnkd.in/g5tuBS7x #DisabilitySupport #InclusiveDesign

We're so proud to have Dylan as Part of the RCS Team! With the recent announcement of receiving Finalist for the Australian Disability Service Award for Most Outstanding Support Worker of the Year, Dylan shares his journey into disability support and offers some fantastic advice on how to thrive in the industry while avoiding burnout. 💪💙 🏆👏 🌟 What does it take to be a Support Worker? 🌟 It’s all about: 🔹 Patience and the ability to understand each individual’s unique needs. 🔹 Empathy to build trust and meaningful relationships. 🔹 Resilience to keep going, even on the tough days. 🔹 Flexibility to adapt and find creative solutions. 🔹 A genuine passion for empowering others to live their best lives! Whether you're already in the field or considering becoming a Support Worker, Dylan's insights will inspire and encourage you. 🎥✨ #DisabilitySupport #SupportWorker #ADSAwards #ADSA2024 #WhyDayCreations #MostOutstandingSupportWorker #TeamRCS #KeepingItReal #CommunitySupport #Inspiration #BurnoutPrevention #RealCommunityServices

At Life Purpose Australia, we believe that a disability should never stand in the way of achieving greatness. With the right support, determination, and passion, everyone has the ability to reach their full potential—and we’re here to help you on that journey. Why Choose Life Purpose Australia? Our services are carefully tailored to empower you to live your life to the fullest. Here’s what we offer: Personal Care & Daily Living Support: Gain the independence you deserve with personalised care that respects your individuality and ensures your dignity. Community Participation Programs: Become an active part of the community with programs designed to foster meaningful connections and offer fun, inclusive activities. Empowerment Programs: Unlock your potential with our unique programs, created to help you or your loved ones thrive in every aspect of life. Caring Support Staff: Our team is chosen for their compassion and genuine dedication to helping others, ensuring you always feel supported and understood. Extensive Core Support Services: Tailor your experience with a broad range of services that cater to your specific needs. Social & Recreational Activities for All Ages: Join in on enjoyable activities that bring people together, building lasting friendships and joy. Personalised Programs for All Life Stages: Whether you’re a child, teenager, or adult, our programs are customised to suit your stage in life. Respite Care for Families & Caregivers: Take a well-earned rest, knowing your loved ones are receiving excellent care while you recharge. Join Our Community Today! Life Purpose Australia isn’t just a service provider—it’s a supportive community founded on trust, respect, and empowerment. Every individual is valued and encouraged to reach their personal goals. Let’s create a brighter, more empowered future together! Connect with us today and take the first step towards realising your potential. 📞 Contact us: 1300 539 194 📧 Email us at: admin@lifepurposeaustralia.com.au 📍 Location: 45 Delawney St, Balcatta WA 6021 🌐 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8__-fEK Together, we can turn your dreams into reality! #EmpowerThroughSupport #NDISCommunity #InclusivePrograms #ThrivingThroughChallenges #BuildingIndependence

Attention everyone! In times of crisis, it's critical that ALL individuals, including those with disabilities, receive clear and timely safety information. Unfortunately, many are not getting the accessible and up-to-date information they need. Last year, VALID’s Training and Consultations team partnered with UNSW on a groundbreaking research project focused on making crisis information more accessible for everyone. Check out the full report and Easy Read version here: https://lnkd.in/gfPVPraM Let's make sure everyone has easy access to vital information when it matters most. #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveCrisisCommunication @Centre for Social Impact