ABILITY CHOICE CARE
HEADLINES ABILITY
CEO’S MESSAGE
- REFLECTING ON OUR JOURNEY AND LOOKING AHEAD
Welcome to the start of a brand-new year! Christmas has come and gone in the blink of an eye, and now we’re all excited and energised for the opportunities that 2025 will bring.
At Ability Choice Care, the last quarter of 2024 was incredibly busy and filled with meaningful moments. We had the privilege of participating in a variety of outdoor activities, many of which are highlighted in this newsletter. But perhaps the most significant milestone of all was celebrating our one-year anniversary on December 12th. The event was a wonderful occasion, with many participants, their loved ones, and our dedicated support teams in attendance. We were deeply humbled by the outpouring of positive feedback from everyone — participants, their families, our collaborators, and stakeholders alike.
A special thank you goes to Marina Liaskos, our Activity Centre Manager, for her dedication in creating a Memory Book that beautifully captured the goals and milestones achieved by each participant who had the opportunity to engage with our state-of-the-art Activity Centre. The Memory Book served as a testament to the hard work, growth, and progress made throughout the year. We were honoured to have Mr. Stephen Bali, Local State Labour Member of Blacktown, join us for this celebration (pictured to the right). He took great pride in personally presenting each participant with their own Memory Book. Mr. Bali was truly impressed by the care and attention to detail that went into highlighting the personal achievements of every individual. His feedback was immensely appreciated and serves as a reminder of the profound impact our work has on those we serve. As we reflect on another incredible year, we are proud of the many accomplishments and initiatives that have shaped our journey. One of the most notable highlights has been the success of the various in-house programs within our Activity Centre.
Mahmoud
Chief Executive Officer
ABILITY CHOICE CARE’S FIRST ART EXHIBITION!
We are delighted to announce that Ability Choice Care will host its very first Art Exhibition in April/May 2025! This event is a wonderful opportunity for talented artists living with disabilities to showcase their incredible creations. What better place to celebrate creativity than our very own Activity Centre!
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
We welcome submissions in all mediums and styles. Here’s what we offer:
• A full catalog of all works received.
• Display of your art in our exhibition space.
• Optional support for selling your pieces.
ART EXHIBITION COMING SOON...
Our goal is to highlight the incredible talents of not only Ability Choice Care artists but also those from the Greater Western Sydney community.
COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES
We’re excited to collaborate with other providers to make this event truly inclusive and impactful.
GET INVOLVED
For more information or to submit your work, please contact Marina or Connie at the Activity Centre. Stay tuned for a digital invitation to be sent to all our stakeholders—we can’t wait to welcome you to this milestone event!
HEADLINES ABILITY CHOICE CARE
FIRST ANNIVERSARY!
Ability Choice Care celebrated the first anniversary of our state-of-the-art Activity Centre on Thursday, December 12th, marking a significant milestone in our journey. We were truly overwhelmed by the incredible support from everyone who has contributed to making this year such a success.
The real highlight of the day were our participants. Each one was presented with a memory book, capturing the amazing goals they’ve achieved through their regular attendance at the Activity Centre.
A SPECIAL MOMENT OF APPRECIATION
Heartfelt speeches on the day highlighted our amazing achievements and milestones. As a touching token of appreciation, our participants presented the Activity Centre with their beautifully completed quilted patchwork. This stunning piece symbolises the creativity and dedication of our community.
OUR
A LABOUR OF LOVE
After many hours of hard work and dedication, the quilt is now proudly displayed in the corridors of the Activity Centre — a testament to the creativity and determination of our participants.
TERMLY CALENDAR 2025
ABILITY CHOICE CARE - SUMMER PROGRAM UPDATE
Ability Choice Care is excited to announce an intensive summer program that will include our younger participants. Throughout 2024, we carefully ensured that supports at the Activity Centre were not crossed between participant groups. Our programs align with the NSW school term model, and this structure will continue into 2025.
During the upcoming term breaks, our schedule will be as follows:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: Programs exclusively for adults. Tuesday, Thursday: Programs dedicated to our younger participants.
On days without adult programs at the Centre, participants will engage in various community outings, providing a safe and supportive environment for everyone. All our programs are thoughtfully designed, crafted with feedback from participants through quarterly get-togethers on SurveyMonkey, and suggestions submitted via our suggestion box.
Thank you for your continued support as we create enriching, participant-centered experiences!
WELCOME DONNA NEWTON
SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING HOUSE MANAGER
We at Ability Choice Care are delighted that Donna has decided to join us, as the Supported Independent Living House Manager. Donna comes to us with extensive experience and a passion for creating inclusive, fun and safe environments for all.
Donna will be working closely with the House Seniors and Support workers to ensure that through all the changes we are able to continue to strengthen our structures, staff development and create a positive space for our participants.
Throughout January, Donna will be meeting one on one with each participant to gain valuable feedback and complete a planning meeting for the upcoming quarter to assist and support the participants to achieve their chosen goals.
Donna’s values and commitment aligns perfectly to the ethos that is Ability Choice Care and we are looking forward to working with Donna as she has a passion for creating inclusive, fun and safe environments for all.