Disability Pride Month 2023 This month we celebrate Disability pride month to promote inclusion and awareness. Symbolism of the Disability Pride flag: 1. The Black Field: this field is to represent the disabled people who have lost their lives due to not only their illness, but also negligence, suicide, and eugenics. 2. The Lightning Bolt: […]

IHDS Staff Training Staff training is critical for staff to be able to meet all the care needs of our participants and give them the best care possible. Staff training helps enhance the knowledge and skills of our support team and ensures the safety of participants and staff. View our short video which gives a […]

NDIA Changing Early Childhood Intervention The NDIA has announced that from 1 July 2023, the age of children supported under the early childhood intervention will change, from 7 years of aged and younger to include children younger than 9. Increasing the age to cover children under the age of nine guarantees that children and their […]

World MS day Today we’re raising awareness for World MS day. Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disease. In MS, the body’s own tissues are attacked by the immune system. The immune system attacks the myelin that protects the nerves in the brain and spinal cord in MS. Their capacity to communicate with the rest of […]

National Volunteers Week! This week is national volunteers week! Volunteers are an essential part of many Australian communities. We want to show gratitude for all the help that volunteers do. The Volunteering Australia website has a great deal of resources, research, events and ways to get involved. www.volunteeringaustralia.org For any disability service inquiries, visit our […]

Happy World Autism Month April is world autism month which is aimed at raising awareness, acceptance, and inclusion, so that individuals with autism can strive as valued members of our community.   You can get involved by raising awareness through social media, starting a fundraiser, or donating.   Resources and information can be found on […]

Happy Harmony Day! Today is Harmony Day, which is an opportunity for everyone to recognise the numerous advantages of multiculturalism. Every year on March 21, the day honours the significance of cultural respect, involvement, and inclusivity for all Australians. There are many Harmony events happening in every state in Australia which are all listed on […]

Happy Valentine’s Day Yesterday was clean up Australia Day. Clean up Australia day is about coming together as a community to take action and clean up the environment. Australians are encouraged to find any time they have free to get involved and assist with Australia’s environmental challenges. Learn more about our disability services Click here

March is Cerebral Palsy awareness month. We are raising awareness for this neurological condition to assist with the continual breaking down social and physical barriers in our society for those living with CP. Learn more about our disability services Click here

Today we hosted a SIL Open House & Networking event in Meadow Heights, Melbourne. This Supported Independent Living (SIL) property currently has one resident, has two vacancies, and is suitable for female participants aged 40+. *All female staff onsite *Onsite overnight assistance available – 24/7 *Large outdoor area Thanks to everyone for making time to […]