Resources

Around 1 in 100 children are affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with boys three times more likely to have autism than girls. To understand ASD, it’s important to know that no two people with autism are the same. Characteristics often differ between people on the autism spectrum, but there are common challenges that people […]

In Australia, people who live with disability are 2.5 times more likely to develop a mental illness when compared with the rest of the population. While there are barriers to identifying and treating mental illness in people with disability, learning key facts can be an important first step in providing support. How does disability affect […]

Getting your NDIS plan approved is a huge milestone that can help you receive the support you need. Gretta shares her NDIS tips and how putting together her package has helped her reach her goals. Tip 1: Base your goals on your interests, needs, and aspirations I have been lucky enough to be on the […]

People living with disability often experience difficulty in maintaining their mental health. Learning about the importance of mental health, its relationship to disability, and how to spot the signs of distress is a key step in accessing treatment and improving overall wellbeing. The relationship between disability and mental health In Australia there are approximately 4.4 […]

An acquired brain injury (ABI) can affect a person’s thinking and learning abilities. These impacts aren’t always easy to see, but learning to spot symptoms can lead to earlier treatment and improved recovery. Common symptoms of an acquired brain injury An acquired brain injury is any form of brain damage that occurs after birth. There […]

An acquired brain injury (ABI) is sometimes referred to as a ‘hidden disability’ but it affects over 700 000 people in Australia. While the behavioural and cognitive impacts aren’t always easy to see, most people living with an acquired brain injury require some form of support. Read on to learn more about acquired brain injuries, […]

Independent living is an important part of growing up, and having a disability doesn’t mean you need to miss out on this major milestone. Hear from Gretta, who tells us all about her journey towards independent living. Independent living means having freedom and the opportunity to truly live life as any other adult. But if […]