ConnectAbility Australia in Warabrook | Community organisation

ConnectAbility Australia

Locality: Warabrook

Phone: +49 621 000

Address: 26 Warabrook Drive 2304 Warabrook, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.connectabilityaus.org.au

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25.01.2022 Dream of living on the Central Coast? We have a vacancy! Would you like to live on the Central Coast supported by ConnectAbility? We currently have a vacancy in this property with free access to an onsite gym and pool. Close to transport and shops it is a fantastic opportunity to live independently in a great location. Take a look at the video tour and then call our friendly staff to arrange an inspection. Phone 02 4349 3700

25.01.2022 If you would like to know the Top 3 Wheelchair Friendly Places to Visit in Newcastle, then click on the Link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/top-3-wheelchair-friendl/

25.01.2022 Meet our scheduling specialists! As we approach the end of another busy week we are very appreciative to have our scheduling team. Clare, Ned and Kathy work extremely hard to ensure all supports are met to the best needs of the customer. We would also like to thank David and Natalia for their contribution on the Central Coast during the last 9 months. During the Covid period our scheduling team went above and beyond ensuring our services continued. ... We appreciate this team for more than just their hard work. Our scheduling team bring character and positivity to our organisation. Your efforts at strengthening our culture are not unnoticed, keep up the amazing work

24.01.2022 Everyone loves to be pampered After a good day out there is nothing like a bit of pampering to finish off the day.

24.01.2022 If you would like to find out about Home Modifications for the Elderly for their own homes then please click on the link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/home-modifications-for-t/

23.01.2022 Year in Review: ConnectAbility Celebration of 2019-2020 - https://issuhub.com/view/index/30580

22.01.2022 Cooking up a storm Darren asked his support worker, Karen if she could help him make some scones. This is one of his most loved treats. They looked up the recipe, went to the shops to get the ingredients and returned to Darrens house to cook. Then Karen wrote up the recipe and method and they added the recipe to Darrens recipe book. We are proud of Darren for his willingness to learn and being more confident in the kitchen. Thanks to Karen and our Central Coast team for supporting Darren to learn a skill so he can continue to enjoy his cooking his favourites.

22.01.2022 Fun in the Sun Just before the wild weather hit on Friday a group of ConnectAbility customers took time out to enjoy the sunshine and activity park at Speers Point. A great day out.

22.01.2022 Doing what is important to you Andrew is a young man who has a keen interest in ducks. He was able to identify different species when he and his mum went to look at the ducks at the Easter Show one year. One of his favourite activities is to feed the ducks at the local waterfront. Andrews mum gave his support worker directions, but Andrew led the way without any prompts and from his smiles and excitement, everyone knew he really enjoyed the activity so his support team make sure they plan for a local walk to feed the ducks whenever possible.

21.01.2022 I you would like more information on In-Home Aged Care: A Guide to Caring for Elderly Parents, please follow this link; https://www.connectability.org.au/in-home-aged-care-a-guid/

21.01.2022 Communicating when you have a mask on can be difficult for people who lip read as part of their communication. Transcribing apps are available that can transcr...ibe the words of a person speaking to your smart phone screen, so they can be read, whilst still wearing a mask. Search Transcribe in the app store on your phone to find one to suit you.

20.01.2022 We recruiting for an Administation Officer to join our Central Coast team! Permanent Part time - 30 hours per week Erina based - Central Coast ... For a discussion about the role please contact Brendan McMahon 4349 3700.

20.01.2022 Glad to be eating out again A group of ConnectAbility customers and staff were glad to have an opportunity to eat out together. Here they are at Redhead Industrial takeaway today having a fantastic lunch. The team at Redhead are always supportive of us and our customers. Thanks for sharing our photo

20.01.2022 Cricket bowling techniques You dont need long for incidental exercise, just ask Scott our Senior Leader for Community at Warabrook who shared his bowling skills with customers last week.

19.01.2022 Meet our support coordinators Jillian, Tanya and Annie! What can a support coordinator do for you They help you to develop, understand and implement your NDIS plan. ... A support coordinator assists with maintaining the NDIS supports in your plan and help you achieve your goals. If you would like more information about how a support coordinator can help you please phone Warabrook - 4962 1000 Central Coast - 4349 7300

19.01.2022 The sun is shining again After some extreme wet weather, it was great to see our customers out and about again soaking up the sunshine. Jamie and Debbie enjoyed their morning out yesterday walking alongside Newcastles beaches.

19.01.2022 Did you know ConnectAbility are on the Central Coast? Meet Brendan McMahon our Senior Leader from the Central Coast. Brendan is looking forward to meeting existing and future customers.

19.01.2022 Did someone say wear your pyjamas to work ? This Friday is National Pyjama Day! National Pyjama Day is all about wearing your favourite pair of PJs to help The Pyjama Foundation raise much needed funds and awareness for children in foster care.... Our staff and customers will be taking part in this initiative by wearing our pyjamas on Friday. We cant wait see everyone in their pjs The Pyjama Foundation

18.01.2022 If you would like 10 tips on how to Ignite Your Mental Health ‘A-Game’ During the COVID-19 Pandemic then click on the link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/mind-body-and-coronaviru/

18.01.2022 Jesmond - Graffiti ARTExpress - Youth Week project Jesmond Neighbourhood Centre in partnership with Newcastle City Council ran an on line project - Graffiti ArtExpress. With the start of the Covid-19 restrictions were put in place at the end of March 2020, meaning we were unable to hold our Graffiti ArtExpress on site so we ran it on-line via Facebook and Whats App. Participants were aged between 12-24 years. As the sessions were conducted on line and not face to face th...e participants joined in in designing a Graffiti Art Work that represented the many cultures that attend our centre for various programs. The finished product will become a permanent part of the centre with participants able to view and share their work with others. This event gave participants an opportunity to share their ideas and have their voices heard on matters important to them while having fun taking part in an event that was opened to all members of the local community. Take a look at the work below. https://youtu.be/y33O_DhKfpY

17.01.2022 Newcastle City Council - making it safer for us all. Thanks to Newcastle City Council it is going to be much safer for ConnectAbility customers and the general public as a new path is currently being completed out the front of ConnectAbility and neighbouring businesses. It is hard going pushing wheelchairs on uneven ground or if you have mobility issues so we are very excited to see the concrete going down and a path emerging.

17.01.2022 A day at the Wetlands looking for frogs. Some even braved scarier creatures.

15.01.2022 Return of Group Supports This week our customers successfully returned to group supports! It is great seeing our customers out and about again doing what they love, however we must still adhere to the NSW Health guidelines. As a friendly reminder, it is important to remember that we still have the following measures and precautions in place:... If you are feeling unwell or experiencing flu like symptoms we ask that you stay home. Temperature checks are mandatory for all staff, customers and visitors. We encourage staff and customers to participate in hand hygiene practices. If you have any concerns please contact our office, 4962 1000.

15.01.2022 Looking to work with us? Our Aged Care Senior Solutions Team is looking for passionate people. https://www.seek.com.au/job/50449159

14.01.2022 Stuart In HIS own words A long term resident in Supported Independent Living with ConnectAbility and also attending activities through the day (twice weekly) Stuart felt he needed to share insights on how he views ConnectAbility. Stuart has recently sat on interview panels for new staff and showed surprising insight into what made a great worker from his perspective very helpful indeed for ConnectAblity who want to have staff that are customer focused and put customer cho...ice and control at the top of their mindsets. The Brenda that Stuart refers to (frequently) in the video is Brenda, our Senior Leader for our Supported Independent Living. Brenda has built a great relationship with Stuart over the years and he knows he can come and see her whenever he wishes as do many of our customers. We provide an open door policy for all customers so that any issues, feedback or stories can be shared. Thanks to Stuart for his input and continued support.

13.01.2022 What Are Daily Living Skills? Most daily living skills, like preparing food and taking care of our bodies, need to be completed on a regular basis to maintain a good level of health and safety but, for some people, health conditions or physical and cognitive disabilities often cause difficulties with performing some or all daily living tasks. If you would like to know more then follow this link; https://www.connectability.org.au/what-are-daily-living-sk/

12.01.2022 Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia and its important that we recognise how anxiety can affect people and how they live their lives. If you would like to know more, Please follow this Link; https://www.connectability.org.au/living-with-anxiety/

11.01.2022 Happy Birthday Shane A big Happy Birthday to Shane from one of our Supported Independent Living homes who has turned 65. Hope the day was extra special and the treats were plentiful.

11.01.2022 If you would like to know more about getting a little helping hand in the day-to-day grind of buying, preparing and cooking food then click on the following link: https://www.connectability.org.au/making-a-meal-of-it/

11.01.2022 If you would like more information about how to keep in contact with vulnerable family members in disability care and aged care this Christmas 2020, please follow this link; https://www.connectability.org.au/connecting-with-loved-on/

10.01.2022 I you would like to know how to get started on safely exercising with low mobility and tips to plan for successful exercise results then click on the link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/how-to-exercise-with-lim/

09.01.2022 We are recruiting for a Team Leader to join our team on the Central Coast! Full time position Erina based - Central Coast ... For a discussion regarding the role please contact Brendan McMahon 4349 3700.

09.01.2022 Matthew knows what he loves Matthew who lives on the Central Coast knows what he loves to do and how to achieve his goals - He loves to look through cookbooks to decide on new dishes to try. Matthew also loves the opportunity to excel at his favourite pastime - bowling (and he is quite good at it too) If you want to achieve goals and learn new skills our team on the Central Coast would love to talk to you - Call them on 4349 3700

09.01.2022 Noels "Catch of the Day" Justin loves to take Noel fishing as it is one of the things Noel is passionate about. While Noel caught another fish he let it go straight away as it was smaller. Noel thought everyone would like to see this one first.

09.01.2022 Resident Artist at Edward Street SIL One of our customers is an artist. He loves to paint and will quite happily spend many hours making beautiful pieces to enjoy with the friends he lives with. He finds it especially peaceful and relaxing painting in the garden. It is great to be able to live your dreams. "It makes me feel better" is his response to why he loves painting. He becomes immersed in his work turning the world around him bright yellows, oranges, reds, purples, greens and blues. He revels in the world of creativity and imagination. His work gives him purpose and joy.

08.01.2022 Happy 80th Birthday Abby - What a Milestone Abby, who resides with ConnectAbility turned 80 today. Happy Birthday to you Abby and hope you have a wonderful day. Abbys house is decorated just for him and he enjoyed spending the day with his brother Leon, Sister Margaret and brother in law Scotty. They enjoyed a Birthday picnic lunch out in todays spectacular sunshine.

08.01.2022 RU OK Day Today was RU OK Day. Staff were asked to wear yellow in support of the day and took time out to have a coffee and chat. Kathy, from our scheduling team pulled this little number out of her wardrobe to wear in (No we dont know why it was in her wardrobe) It did provide everyone with a laugh. It will be a great idea for people to continue to check in with family, friends and work mates. COVID has given people extra stresses and you never know the pressures some people may be feeling. Just a smile and a chat can make people feel like someone is there for them. You can also encourage people to contact their health professional or one of the specialist services such as Lifeline or Beyond Blue. Lets help promote wellbeing for those we care about and continue to ask RU OK? and listen.

08.01.2022 Health and Well being - one meal at a time George is supported by our Senior Solutions team. His support worker Meredith cooks for him to ensure he has good fresh food available to eat and he loves it as he knows he is eating better. The support and visit makes him happy and George says he might have to start on salads soon if he continues to eat everything Meredith cooks.

08.01.2022 If you would like to learn about Helpful Disability Aids for Everyday Living, then click on the Link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/helpful-disability-aids-/

08.01.2022 Are you noticing any changes in your hearing? Please follow the link below if you would like to take a look at the signs of hearing loss and what to do about hearing change. https://www.connectability.org.au/can-you-hear-us/

08.01.2022 In light of yesterdays latest COVID-19 update, Hunter New England Health has provided further detail regarding the latest known COVID-19 case in the Hunter Region. Anyone who visited the following places must remain alert for symptoms of COVID-19 and seek testing should any occur. The Salamander Bay Shopping Centre at any stage on 15 July Windsor Castle Hotel in East Maitland during the evening of 13 July,... Salamander Bay Village Woolworths on 17 July between 2.30pm to closing time, 18 July between 4pm to closing time, 19 July between 12.45pm to closing time, and 20 July between 3pm to closing time. The Fingal Bay Caf and Takeaway (4 Market Street) 17 July between 11.30am 12 midday. Remember, you do not have to have all symptoms of COVID-19 to be tested. Be on the look-out for fever, sore throat, cough or shortness of breath, and even milder symptoms such as fatigue, new muscle aches/pains, a change in taste/smell or a new runny nose. Anyone in the general Port Stephens area with symptoms of COVID-19 should also seek testing. A full-list of COVID-19 testing clinics is available here: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectio//Pages/clinics.aspx It is essential people follow directions they receive about home isolation and quarantine and maintain COVID-safe practices of physical distancing of 1.5 metres, cough or sneeze into their elbow, and regularly wash their hands. You may be aware that 2 schools and a Childcare Centre in the Port Stephens area were closed today for cleaning following 3 positive COVID-19 cases. People in close contact with members of these schools are not currently being required to self-isolate, however are being reminded to self-isolate and be tested if symptoms arise. In relation to COVID-19 Clusters in Sydney the advice from Hunter New England Health is not to visit Sydney if you dont need to. Due to the lockdown in Victoria, ConnectAbility have had to re-assess some of its COVID19 practices. If anyone resides with a person that has been told to self-isolate, particularly those returning from overseas or Victoria, they will be required to self-isolate for 14 days. Please communicate quickly with your team leader or People and Culture if any of the above situations might apply to you, so that we can continue to keep our customers and staff safe from contracting COVID-19. Stay safe and stay well!

07.01.2022 Did you know smiles are actually contagious? Its true. Meet Jacqui, one of our customers who joined ConnectAbility at the start of the year. Jacqui is a very fun and loving lady who has an incredible sense of humour. Since the start of the year, Jacqui has grown to be very social and comfortable at ConnectAbility. One of your favourite things about Jacqui is her infectious smile. ... Thank you to our staff member Jess for capturing this moment of Jacqui

07.01.2022 Central Coast Supports! Meet Matt, one of our customers from the Central Coast. Matt enjoys fishing, outdoor adventures and spending time with family. At ConnectAbility we ensure that the support activities are chosen by our customers! As you can see these photos say it all.

06.01.2022 What did you do on Saturday? One of our customers was out enjoying his usual Saturday hot breakfast and coffee and thought he would like to share the image with us. It was a perfect day to be out enjoying the spring sunshine and a great meal.

06.01.2022 If you would like to know more about the assistive technology, software and thoughtful website development that helps blind and visually impaired people use the internet, then click on the following link: https://www.connectability.org.au/how-blind-people-use-the/

05.01.2022 We are looking for a vibrant, proactive and motivated Team Leader to join our Central Coast team! Central Coast - Erina Full time position ... If you have further questions about the role please contact Brendan McMahon 4349 3700.

05.01.2022 If you would like to know about ways to reduce your risk of Dementia, then please follow this link; https://www.connectability.org.au/how-to-reduce-your-risk-/

05.01.2022 If you would like get out and enjoy the outdoors in some of New South Wales' wheelchair friendly National Parks, then click on the Link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/top-5-wheelchair-accessi/

05.01.2022 Leadership during a pandemic Adele Cashion our People and Culture Senior Leader reflects as she speaks to GWG https://www.facebook.com/gwgrecruitment/

04.01.2022 Robbie performing sign Our Monday music group returned this week and Robbie performed sign to let it go. How great is this video of Robbie inspiring others!

02.01.2022 Not only super heroes wear masks Our Aged Care Senior Solutions staff are not hiding behind masks but ensuring that the people who are most at risk of COVID - 19 within our community are protected. They have made the proactive decision to wear masks when supporting all our Senior Solutions customers. We will remain committed to providing continued services to all our customers and remind everyone that the best ways to stay safe include; If you are unwell stay at home and get ...tested Wash your hands regularly and use sanitiser when out Keep social distancing - 1.5 metres apart Wear a mask in situations when you cannot physically distance If you would like to talk to our aged care team please call 49621000

02.01.2022 Newcastle Emerging Art Prize - Entrant Dane Tobias On Friday night 16 October Dane Tobias along with other emerging artists from the area gathered at the Newcastle Art Space to hear the winners of the Emerging Art Prize for 2020. Dane Tobias one of ConnectAbilitys customers had been successful in having two works accepted into the event and was excited to show art teacher Susan Porteous and his mum Jan the works on display, one of which was sold prior to the opening of the e...vent. ConnectAbility are proud of Dane's achievement and how far he has come both as an artist and in the personal growth he has had as he makes his way in the community. It has been a tough year for many in 2020 and Dane and his family have had significant challenges. Dane credits art as being a way to deal with this "unprecedented" year. Overall winner on the night was Michael Richards for his painting "Tender 2020" Congratulations to Michael, other winners and all the artists who were able to showcase their work in this beautifully curated event. Great support from the Newcastle Community towards the artists. See more

01.01.2022 Making Friends with the Locals Last week when the weather was much nicer one of our Supported Independent Living residents went to make friends with the locals at Oakvale Farm A great day out judging by the photos - thanks for sharing them.

01.01.2022 Indoor cricket Hope absolutely loved playing cricket this afternoon with our new support worker Jordan! As of today, many restrictions are easing with sport being one of them. Sport encourages team work, cooperation and coordination skills. We love that something so simple, such as sport can create so much laughter and fun.... Thanks for being apart of our team Jordan!

01.01.2022 National Pyjama Day! Thank you to all of our staff and customers for getting involved in raising much needed awareness and funds for kids in foster care! #inmypjs The Pyjama Foundation

01.01.2022 If you would like to know more about Diversity Toys for Your Children This Holiday then please follow the link below; https://www.connectability.org.au/christmas-inclusion-dive/