Category Archives: Latest News

Deafblind Rec Program visits Vic Market

Together with their 1:1 supports, members of the deafblind community came together to enjoy the sunshine while checking out all the stalls at the Victoria Market as part of our Deafblind Recreation Program. Our Deafblind Rec Program is for clients who use our deafblind services and the wider deafblind community via Deafblind Victoria. The program […]

George’s journey back into the pool

Recently, George achieved a huge milestone of going swimming! Since COVID, George no longer wanted to participate in activities he once enjoyed, such as swimming. However, along with George’s support team; Shawn (Exercise Physiologist), Paul (Behaviour Support Specialist), Graham (Community Services Lead), David and Babawale (Disability Support Workers), he achieved a huge goal of getting […]

New accessible homes for clients test

We are excited to announce that a hub of newly-built SDA homes in Heidelberg VIC was recently opened, providing homes for four Able clients! The houses have been designed to include a high level of accessibility including safe accessway, adjustable benches, high contrast colours and textural design features, accessible bathrooms and assistive technology for opening […]

Able Australia Services and Mosaic Support Services set to merge

NDIS Service Provider

The Boards of Able Australia Services and Mosaic Support Services are pleased to announce their intention to merge effective 2 December 2024, subject to final Board approval. This strategic merger aims to secure a stronger and more sustainable future for both organisations, enhancing service delivery to adults and children with disabilities across Tasmania. Together, we […]

4abetterNDIS

Disability sector mobilises to secure the future for a better and fairer NDIS Organisations representing disability service providers, NDIS support coordinators and allied health providers have joined together to launch a national campaign to secure the future of services for people with disability and create a better NDIS. The organisations are launching a joint campaign […]

What our Young Adults Program have been getting up to lately

Recently, we have been making some fun and unforgettable memories during many different outings and activities as a part of our Young Adult Program (YAP) in Tasmania. This includes a day spent at the Hagley Farm School in Launceston. Jack, Karen, Darren, Josh, Coby and their friends took part in a range of fun activities […]

MEDIA RELEASE – 29 July 2024

The Department of Health and Aged Care and Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services have appointed new providers for Aged Care and Community Services in South-East Queensland.    In April 2024, Able Australia announced that it had to make the decision to transition out of the provision of community transport; goods, equipment and assistive […]

Disability Pride Month 2024

Disability Pride Flag

Disability Pride Month Disability Pride Month happens every year in July to promote awareness, celebrate people with disability and encourages self-acceptance and embracing all disabilities. The Disability Pride Month has its own flag, with its own meaning behind it. The five colours represent:• Green – Invisible and undiagnosed disabilities• Blue – Mental illness• White – […]