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On this International Volunteer Day, we celebrate all the volunteers out there, and the role volunteering has in maintaining a strong community. For CJ, a participant at Access Your Supports with Down Syndrome, volunteering has…

Navigating the NDIS can be complex, but the right Plan Manager simplifies funding management, offering transparency, local expertise, and participant-focused support. Learn how Melbourne families can benefit from a trusted provider like Access Your Supports…

For Brain Injury Awareness Week this year (19 – 25 August 2024), Mary, one of our participants, was kind enough to share the details of her stroke, and its impact on her life. “My name…

Listen to our July 2024 Bay Spotlight edition where our CEO, Marcus, sits down to chat with Milly from Geelong’s Bay 93.9 about AYS.

Navigating the NDIS can be challenging, especially when it comes to plan management. Discover the benefits of choosing AYS, including freedom and control over your providers, personalised service, and quick invoice processing.

For World Autism Understanding Day this year (2 April), Amelia explained that she would like the public to realise that “Once you have met one person on the Autism Spectrum, you have just met one…

To mark World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) this year, we caught up with one of our participants, Nate. He is 18 years old and graduated from high school last year. This year, Nate is participating…

AYS welcomed Ellie and Sophie as Peer Mentors back in 2020, when they were the midst of studying Occupational Therapy at Deakin University. Today, both are well and truly settling into their new roles as…

This February, we celebrated Renee Schwidlewski’s 5-year employment anniversary at AYS. Renee has been a cornerstone of the Employment Support Team since 2019 where she was initially employed as a Support Coordinator, however, it was…

Melissa, a participant of Access Your Supports, has come a long way over the past few years. Since February 2020, she’s found the support she wanted from the Peer Mentor Program. Ebony and Erin, her…

Flexible Support Packages (FSPs) offer crucial, short-term assistance for up to 10 weeks, primarily serving as a stopgap while long-term solutions are determined. They’re designed for children facing early trauma and adversity, displaying concerning behaviors,…

Unlock your child’s potential and set them up for lifelong success. Are you aware of the importance of Early Childhood Early Intervention? It is a crucial step in identifying and addressing developmental delays and disabilities…

Listen to our December Bay Spotlight where our new CEO, Marcus, sits down to chat with Milly from Geelong’s Bay 93.9 about his vision for AYS, current challenges and our services.

Listen to our November Bay Spotlight where Michael sits down to chat with Milly from Geelong’s Bay 93.9 about our services and the upcoming AYS Meet & Greet Event.

This September, Hannah marks a remarkable five-year journey as a Peer Mentor. Hannah’s continued dedication, passion and unwavering commitment to her job shines brightly. When asked about her motivation to join AYS, Hannah shared, “I…

Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can be overwhelming, but understanding the fundamentals of NDIS plan management is crucial to ensure individuals with disabilities receive the support they need. In this guide, we will…

Introduction In the journey from adolescence to adulthood, the transition period can be both exciting and challenging for school leavers. This pivotal phase is filled with hope and potential, but it’s essential to provide the…

Listen to our September Bay Spotlight where Michael sits down to chat with Milly from Geelong’s Bay 93.9 about the Peer Mentor Program, Therapy and current employment vacancies.

Our staff were treated to a morning tea in recognition of R U OK? Day (Thursday 14 September) across the Geelong, Colac and Mildura offices. This year’s theme was “I’m here to hear”, and we…

Listen to our August Bay Spotlight where Michael sits down to chat with Milly from Geelong’s Bay 93.9 about Group Therapy, Employment Support and Plan Management.

Greg’s journey illustrates how the Access Your Supports Employment Support Program can empower individuals to secure meaningful employment through further education and training. Mary, who is Greg’s Employment Coordinator, was initially approached by Djilang Alliance…

Travis started his journey at Access Your Supports (AYS) 5 years ago. Before joining, Travis had been working at Encompass Community Services, where he had witnessed firsthand the positive impact of working with people with…

Last week we celebrated Emil’s journey, who marked five years of exceptional service at Access Your Supports (AYS). As Emil bids farewell to embark on a new adventure in Melbourne, we reflect on his accomplishments…

On International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination we celebrate Beau, our amazing Plan Management Officer. Beau commenced with Access Your Supports in December 2021. Working in our Mildura office, Beau works closely alongside colleague Peta. Leaning…

Ellie has just celebrated her 5-year work anniversary at Access Your Supports. Ellie is one of our passionate and dedicated Psychologists who has always been interested in helping others. Her love for Psychology began in…

Meet Ella, a 14-year-old neurodivergent teenage girl with rainbow-colored hair. Ella wants you to know that if you find out that she is Autistic, it is just a part of who she is, and she…

We have recently implemented a new approach to our interview process for our Peer Mentors here at AYS. In the past, we conducted one-on-one interviews, but we have now shifted to group interviews. We are…

We are proud to celebrate the five-year anniversary of our Human Resources Coordinator, Josh. Josh began his journey at AYS as a Peer Mentor, a role that he held while still studying for a Bachelor of Business at Deakin University. His…

April is World Autism Month, a time to celebrate and raise awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This year’s theme is “Together we stand for a world of difference,” emphasising the importance of unity and…

Since 2019, AYS and the Epilepsy Foundation have worked together to plan an annual workshop on epilepsy education and training for our participants, their families, and our staff members in an effort to raise awareness…

We cannot deny the desire to live our own lives and make our own decisions; this includes people with Down syndrome. Based on information from Down Syndrome International, people with Down syndrome often have poor…

This week, we highlight two staff members recently reaching 5 year milestone at Access Yours Supports. Their range of skills ensures our participants have choice and control and can achieve their goals. We caught up…

The Access Your Supports team is continuing to ensure your health is paramount in how we support you. We hope you had a restful and enjoyable break and have welcomed the new year safely with…

Access Your Supports values the contribution of every staff member and the individual strengths they bring to the team each day. Their range of skills ensures our participants have choice and control and can achieve…

AFLW star Laura Gardiner has been announced as the VFLW team of the year. With the support for AYS, Laura gets the privilege to put on the hoops each week for the Geelong Cats and…

Access Your Supports (AYS) continues to provide ease-of-mind when you’re receiving services from our team throughout Geelong, Colac and Mildura. AYS respects and upholds the right of every participant to have choice and control over…

Hope is five years old. She lives with her parents, Anne, and Lloyd and her older brother Noah. Hope now attends kindergarten 3 days a week. Anne and Lloyd have been concerned about Hope’s development…

Meet Patrick! Patrick has become a valued team member at Access Your Supports. His professional journey begins when he was studying for a Diploma in Digital and Interactive Games at the Swinburne University of Technology using his…

On 9th September, the Access Your Supports team in Geelong, Colac and Mildura virtually connected to highlight the importance of positive mental health practices and celebrate R U OK day. Everyone has a story when…

 A Message From the Minister’s Office. Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC today announced an expansion of financial payments available to providers supporting NDIS participants to attend…

Support Coordination is all about enhancing your ability to manage and direct your own services. It’s designed to help you navigate, learn, and understand more about the NDIS. A fantastic example of how a Support…

From 1 pm AEST 21 August, The Victorian Government announced new restrictions affecting the way Victorians access our community. Access Your Supports is committed to supporting our participants, families and their carers through these challenging…

It all began with a big idea, a lot of passion and a simple dream to empower and support the community. Access Your Supports’ has experienced rapid success over the last 5 years as a…

Access Your Supports are incredibly proud of our participant Rebecca and her success living independently. Rebecca discussed with her NDIS Support Coordinator Jodie from Access Your Supports in October 2020, sharing that she would like…

If you are one of the 4.3 million Australians living with a disability, there is a whole host of support and services available to you to help you get the most out of life – including the National Disability…

With a culturally diverse background, Lainah is a treasured emerging disability Social Worker focused on providing society’s more vulnerable members with social justice. Through practicing self-empowerment, Lainah helps people mitigate and/or resolve life’s many obstacles.…