A fresh approach to supported accommodation
Deb Fantella is preparing a simple list for her 24-year-old daughter’s imminent move out of the family home. ‘I’m listing everything that could be helpful for the carers; like, if you have to thaw meat,...
Therapy meets recreation in bright new program
Fun-filled sessions of science, craft, cooking and more are helping kids reach their NDIS goals in the new Bright Sparks program. The program, which has run in Werribee since 2019, provides a group therapy option...
Pizza and therapy delivering life skills
The enticing waft of homemade pizza during an occupational therapy session has led to a fledging business for Geelong brothers Charles and Dan. Each month, staff at Gateways Albert St have the chance to order...
Gateways disability support expands in Melbourne’s west with Footscray office
Outings with friends, camps, musicals, gym sessions and cooking classes are just some of the activities that keep St Albans sisters Kerrin and Fiona and their Gateways support workers busy each week. And with a...
Play therapy program teaching parents to support child development
The Parent Learn to Play program is a seven session course for small groups of parents or carers aimed at helping support children’s development through play. In the program, parents learn about play development in...
Lego Mates donation helps kids with autism in Melbourne’s west
The Lego Mates program in western Melbourne has received a boost thanks to a donation of bricks from MLC Life Insurance. Lego Mates is a small group therapy program designed for children who love Lego...
Bookings open for Sensitive Santa at Westfield
Santa is setting aside some time to create a sensory-friendly environment, so that families can visit the Christmas wonderland at Westfield Geelong and have their photo taken in a relaxed environment, tailored to them. Westfield’s...
New bus thanks to Costa Foundation
More people are getting around to more outings thanks to The Anthony Costa Foundation’s generous donation of a new bus. The Toyota Hiace minibus enables Gateways Support Services to safely transport up to eight children,...
How a Therapy Team Grew Out of a Need to Better Support Teenagers with Autism
Being a teenager can be really tough. There’s a whole lot of stuff to navigate – physical changes, independence, friendships and relationships. Add on top of all that autism and intellectual disability, and with it...
Information Session – How Centrelink Supports Carers
The Centrelink Community Liaison Officer’s role includes; helping you to have an accurate understanding of entitlement and obligations; and connecting you with services and supports. The Community Liaison Officer will not be able to address...
