We create personalised colouring-in and activity books, presented as social stories, to support children in coping with change and life-altering events. Our stories focus on developing fine motor skills, coping strategies and emotional regulation in a fun and engaging way! Our books are available in two versions; social stories and general stories. If your child is on the Autism spectrum, Read more…

The Jewish Children’s Aid Society is very involved in the field of education for children with special needs. Within the Melbourne Jewish community there are a growing number of children with serious physical, intellectual and/or emotional disabilities. Only since 1990 has it been possible for these children to have the opportunity of having any meaningful education in mainstream Jewish day Read more…

I am a warm and emphatic counsellor, providing the highest quality of counselling to children, adolescent and adults. I am adept at dealing with a broad range of concerns and use evidence-based counselling techniques that create opportunities for authentic growth and long-lasting change. I offer counselling services, ranging from stress management to cognitive behavioural therapy: anxiety, depression and other mood Read more…

Bringing healthcare to your doorstep, Hub And Spoke Health connects you with a passionate team of Melbourne Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Art Therapists, Music Therapists, and Allied Health Assistants, right in the comfort of your own home or office. Forget the troubles of travelling and get access to a holistic approach to well-being customised to your requirements. We provide home visits Read more…

Giving Tree is an all-inclusive holiday program for young children, with and without disabilities. The goal of Giving Tree is to promote inclusion from a young age and to allow for a more supportive and inclusive community. Giving Tree provides children with disabilities a safe space where they are able to learn the necessary skills needed to interact within our Read more…

“SNAPP is designed for children living with Neuro Diversity and run by and for their families. Predominantly our kids ages range from 5-10, but age does not have a lot of relevancy to our programs as capacity is the key determinant in finding the right program for you and your kids. We also incorporate and employ ASD teenagers to assist Read more…

CareNow is an organisation that works to help support and empower children who have special needs to thrive and reach their full potential. We believe that support workers can play a crucial role in this positive development, working to support the unique needs of both the individual and their family. CareNow exists because we believe in the power of genuine Read more…

We’re a disability support work agency, connecting people with a disability to young, passionate and experienced support workers in the community. Our vision is for our participants and support workers to secure genuine, appropriate and sustainable connections.​ Our unique approach and utilisation of a person-centred model, ensures that our participants and their families are at the core of our matchmaking Read more…

ArtReach Collective “Creative expression can foster healing and well being” Philosophy: Through integrative methods, art counselling can engage the mind body and spirit in ways that are distinct from verbal articulation, alone. The creation or appreciation of art is used to help people explore emotions, develop self-awareness, cope with stress, boost self-esteem, and work on social skills. Aim: My goal Read more…

Hello! Way back in 2002, we found a gap in the healthcare system that never should have existed – who was caring for our Young Carers? With an estimated 1 in 10 young people growing up caring for a family member who has a chronic or mental illness, disability, or an addiction, Young Carers are one of the four most Read more…

Jewish Care’s Disability Services is a registered NDIS provider. Disability Services provide a range of integrated programs for people with a disability. The programs all aim to promote and facilitate meaningful and valued access to, and participation in the community and mainstream life. We empower people with disability to make their own choices and assist them to follow their ambitions. Read more…

Four vehicles are available (two with built-in wheelchairs) to transport people with disabilities to medical services such as treatment (e.g. chemotherapy / dialysis), tests, procedures, appointments and operations.** Other Services Include: – Crisis accommodation at various Hospitals for families to reside in while their family member receives treatment. – Medical Shuttle to treatment (e.g. chemotherapy / dialysis), tests, procedures, appointments Read more…