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Interaction Disability Services

Locality: Baulkham Hills, New South Wales

Phone: +61 1300 668 123

Address: 6/16 Lexington Drive 2153 Baulkham Hills, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.interactionservices.org/

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25.01.2022 Annette has been named April Goal Kicker of the Month! Annette has been working hard to achieve her goal of improving her garden skills, she has planted daffodils, strawberries, carrots, cauliflower and a number of different herbs she now uses in her cooking. Annette regularly waters, weeds, fertilises and mulches her gardens and pots. Annette really loves gardening. Congratulations Annette! #goalkicker #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

25.01.2022 While there is no ‘cure’ for PWS, there are a number of treatments available that help to maintain wellbeing and health in people with PWS. Learn more about what treatments are available for common PWS symptoms by reading our fact sheet: https://bit.ly/3cNdVDD #pwsawarenessmonth #praderwillisyndrome #ndis #disabilitysupports

25.01.2022 Housemates Todd, Cameron and Troy have been keeping busy during lockdown. They’ve caught up on their favourite TV shows, played educational and sensory games, and even spent time learning new creative skills including claywork and painting! #lockdown #ndis #disabiitysupport #disabilityservices

24.01.2022 ‘Alyssa is 13 years old and has a rare condition called lissencephaly. She also has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, chronic lung disease and global developmental delay. She lives with a number of complex medical issues that come from her disability including being wheelchair bound and non-verbal, PEG fed and having several seizures a day - sometimes up to 50. As a mum of a child with disability, some of the hardest times are being told that Alyssa doesn’t tick the boxes for certai...n programs or funding, and feeling like I was letting her down by not being able to give her what she is entitled to. Of course there are the times you feel very lonely and feel like there is no one that understands what you need to go through every day. For a long time I struggled with taking credit for how well Alyssa was doing. Whenever I heard a compliment about the hard work that I put in, I would say no, it’s Alyssa, she is a fighter. But I have slowly realised that my efforts have meant that she has amazing opportunities and life experiences. I made a promise to Alyssa that I would fight every step of the way with her and I hold my head high knowing that I have done that. To other mums with kids who have a disability - take some time for yourself! I know there will be mums thinking yeah right, that’s not possible and I was exactly the same. But over time I have learnt that I need to look after my health and wellbeing in order to be the best mum I can be to my children. This Mother’s Day I’ll be with my amazing husband and children playing bingo and dancing around our living room (one of Alyssa’s favourite things to do). Each year we take an annual Mother’s Day picture, so I think this year we will include blowing bubbles as we have been in a little isolation bubble due to COVID-19 - so quite fitting I think. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums out there, you are ROCK STARS and SUPERHEROES and remember, you are doing an amazing job.’ - Some wonderful words this Mother's Day from Interaction team member Bec #mothersday #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

23.01.2022 It's that time of year again! Xandra's already in a festive mood for today's Christmas hat parade and participant Zoom Christmas party! #ndis #christmas

23.01.2022 We’re delighted to share this good news story from Elisabeth, who lives in SDA accommodation. We are super excited for you and your move into your new home Elisabeth and look forward to supporting you. We also want to thank AccessAccom and Trusted Support Coordination for all their hard work in making this happen! #disabilitysupport #ndis

23.01.2022 New housemates Andy and Kat moved in together just before lockdown and they’ve quickly become the best of friends! They've been spending their time in isolation by learning to bake and playing video games. They also been getting creative and recently painted a lovely piece of artwork that covers all the reasons why they enjoy living with each other so much! #lockdown #ndis #disabiitysupport #disabilityservices

23.01.2022 A belated but big congrats to our March Goalkicker and Employee of the Month winners, Sarah and Amber! Sarah has been working hard to get fit by giving up smoking and eating healthy foods - losing 20 kilos along the way! She’s also been making smart choices in the last few weeks by keeping to social distancing rules to protect her health. Our Employee of the Month, Amber, has been a big help to Sarah. From putting together a healthy eating plan, supporting Sarah’s journey t...o quit smoking, and even rearranging Sarah’s house so that she has more space to move around. Congratulations Sarah and Amber! #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

22.01.2022 Even though our Christmas party didn't look the way it has in the past, our participants had a fantastic time at our recent Zoom party! Complete with a visit from Santa and his elf, a Christmas hat decoration competition, lucky door prizes and of course a DJ to keep everyone up and dancing the night away! #interactionservices #christmas

22.01.2022 A big congratulations to Jessica for winning our May Goal Kicker award! Jessica has been awarded for earning her learner driver's licence. She studied really hard for her test, and despite some knock backs, never gave up. Jessica was very proud to call her Support Coordinator and show off her achievement, and is looking forward to taking her lessons and working towards applying for her full licence. We’re so proud of your achievement, Jessica! #goalkicker #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

21.01.2022 We are pleased to announce the appointment of our new CEO! As we prepare to farewell Craig Moore after 15 years in the role, Interaction's incoming CEO Brett Thompson brings a wealth of experience to the organisation. Follow the link below for full details. #interactionservices #ndisprovider #disabilitysupport

20.01.2022 Genes and chromosomes play an important role in Prader-Willi Syndrome. In particular, for people with PWS, chromosome 15 is affected by errors or deletions that result in various symptoms including issues with appetite. To learn more this PWS Awareness Month, read our fact sheet on the causes of PWS: https://bit.ly/2zqQkKu #pwsawarenessmonth #praderwillisyndrome #ndis #disabilitysupports

20.01.2022 Congratulations to our June Goal Kicker winner, Jarrod! Jarrod has shown admirable growth in the face of a number of personal challenges over the last few months. After losing a close friend, being in between day programs and most recently, the inability to see his grandparents due to COVID-19, Jarrod has displayed incredible resilience to overcome these huge challenges. We’re so proud of Jarrod and his personal victories during a tough few months. Congratulations for a muc...h deserved award, Jarrod! #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

20.01.2022 National Families Week@Home is all about celebrating time together in the spaces we share. Twins, Dane and Marija, are the perfect example of making the most of time at home. During lockdown they’ve loved doing Zumba, attending Zoom cooking classes and bonding over one of their favourite shared pastimes - making music. #nationalfamiliesweek #lockdown #ndis #disabiitysupport #disabilityservices

20.01.2022 One of the most well known symptoms of Prader-Willi Syndrome is overeating. While issues relating to food and appetite are common with people who have PWS, there are a number of behavioural, cognitive and physical symptoms that can also occur. To learn more this PWS Awareness Month, read our fact sheet here: https://bit.ly/2WG9x2P

19.01.2022 Meet Interaction’s Senior Psychologist, Giselle. With over ten years experience working in disability, she’s proved to be an invaluable part of our Behaviour and Allied Health team - who are now recruiting for new team members! ‘I really enjoy working as a psychologist with Interaction. It allows me to work with people who have special needs to achieve their full potential, which in itself is very rewarding. Even though challenges may be faced and encountered, seeing clients ...make real progress and work towards their goals gives me a feeling of accomplishment. ‘I feel very proud to be part of the clinical team at Interaction. They are not just family-focused, but they are also very supportive with your working needs, and there is flexibility and work life balance.’ We are looking for a new Behaviour Support Practitioner/Psychologist to join our team. If you are interested in a rewarding and flexible role where you can choose your own hours, follow the link below. https://bit.ly/3fPmT4y

19.01.2022 It may have been a little different this year, but Interaction participants still paid their respects on ANZAC Day with all sorts of activities at home. #lestweforget #interactionservices #disabilitysupport #ndis

19.01.2022 Suzanne is our July Goal Kicker winner! After making an incredible recovery from a recent traffic accident, Suzanne achieved her long-term goal of adopting a cat! Suzanne made sure to put careful thought and planning into her decision to adopt a pet, and after 18 months she attended a socially-distanced appointment to pick up her new friend, Lady. ... Congratulations on your award (and your new friend) Suzanne! #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

18.01.2022 Dane has done a tremendous job in getting on top of his health and well-being. After committing to regular exercise and maintaining a healthier diet, he’s down 20 kilos (and has stayed that way all through lockdown!) Well done Dane! #ndis #disabilitysupport

17.01.2022 Our cooking class have taken their culinary adventures online and baked some delicious banana bread at home via Zoom! #lockdown #ndis #disabilityservices #disabilitysupport

17.01.2022 Alyssa is the winner of our October Goal Kicker Award! Alyssa recently completed a 5km marathon to raise awareness for Lissencephaly, the condition which she is diagnosed with. Alyssa and her family have fought hard for this diagnosis and to have the condition recognised by the National Organisation for Rare Disorders, so this is a very meaningful achievement. Congratulations Alyssa! The team at Interaction is excited to take part in Lissencephaly Awareness Day with you nex...t year! #goalkicker #NDIS #disabilitysupport

16.01.2022 Meet Graham, one of Interaction’s wonderful Support Coordinators. Graham joined us in 2018 after a career change, and has become an invaluable member of the Interaction team. "Seeing those around me smile and watching them build confidence and skills is a huge motivator for me. I’m inspired by the determination and enthusiasm of those who trust me to take care of their wellbeing and love seeing them succeed. I’m proud to work with a team of Support Coordination experts who a...re genuinely people-focused and foster a great culture of helping everyone around them. If this sounds like the kind of role you’d like to be in, we’d love to hear from you. Follow the below link for details on the current vacancy in our Support Coordination Team. https://bit.ly/2Xi5sDf #interaction #supportcoordinator #ndisprovider #disabilityservices

16.01.2022 COVID-19 has made 2020 a difficult year for all of us. We asked some of our participants how it has impacted them personally, and what they're looking forward to the most once restrictions lift. #interactionservices #ndisprovider #disabilitysupport

16.01.2022 Exercise is important, and so is PPE! Just ask our participants and staff from South Windsor who are making sure to keep safe during their regular walks around the neighbourhood. #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

16.01.2022 Lynne & Marlissa took the opportunity to learn about indigenous heritage and culture over NAIDOC week. Great job ladies! #NAIDOCWeek2020 #interaction #NDISProvider #disabilitysupport

15.01.2022 Meet Interaction participant, Paul. He is an avid gamer and talented bowler who achieved an incredible high score of 300 earlier this year, after hitting 10 strikes in a row at his bowling tournament! Paul lives independently at our Haynes street villas and is looking for a new neighbour. Haynes is a unique property made up of four self-contained villas with a communal courtyard shared by all participants. With 24/7 onsite care, this vacancy will suit someone with SIL and SDA... funding. For more details about the vacancy, please follow the link https://interactionservices.org//accommodation-vacancy-in/

14.01.2022 Interaction is a specialist service provider for people with Prader-Willi Syndrome and this May we’re going orange for PWS awareness month! Prader-Willi Syndrome affects around 400 000 people worldwide making it a rare and complex condition that requires specialised supports.Read our fact sheet for more info on PWS and keep your eyes on your feed this month for helpful PWS resources and participant stories! https://bit.ly/3cUa0or... #pwsawarenessmonth #praderwillisyndrome #ndis #disabilitysupports

14.01.2022 SIL & SDA HOUSING VACANCY NOW AVAILABLE! We are 3 young men looking for a housemate to share our home. Our specially trained staff deliver personalised supports in a very family orientated program, where visits and outings are encouraged and facilitated within our routines. This program is ideal for a male aged 25-35 years. For further details about this vacancy, follow the link below.... https://bit.ly/2TAWTRG #interactionservices #disabilitysupport #ndisprovider #supportedaccommodation *please note - photo for illustrative purposes and is not the three current residents of the property.

13.01.2022 Congratulations to our August Goal Kicker, Daniel! Daniel has used some of his limited community access time to make masks for use while travelling on public transport and at work. Well done for showing great initiative in reducing risks during the pandemic! #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

13.01.2022 BRAND NEW HOUSING -- CENTRAL COAST NOW TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST! Meet Bradley and Nathan, long-term Interaction housemates and great friends. They are preparing to move into their brand new, custom-built SDA property on the Central Coast! ... They have been involved in every step of the process to make sure their new home is exactly what they need. We are now taking expressions of interest for the next stage of new homes on the Central Coast. This is your opportunity to be involved in the planning and building process of your dream home to make sure it meets your specific needs. Click here to register your interest --> https://bit.ly/2PKFSC8 #disabilityaccommodation #centralcoastnsw #sdaaccommodation

12.01.2022 The Mo game around the office has been strong this month! Here’s the latest update from our CEO Brett, who is a part of the Interaction team raising funds for men’s health this Movember. To follow our team, and to donate to our campaign, be sure to visit our Movember team page for more: https://au.movember.com/team/2373186 #movember #menshealth

11.01.2022 A very exciting day at Interaction as office-based staff begin the slow transition back into the usual 9-5 routine. With all social distancing and health guidelines followed, we’re looking forward to seeing more and more of this over the coming weeks and months! #interactionservices #ndisproviders #disabilitysupport

11.01.2022 ‘I’ve been working at Bunnings for almost a year now. It’s a lot more relaxed than my last job and I love everything about it. I call the people there my family at work, everyone is so nice and friendly. I greet customers when they come into the Nursery, so I get to meet a lot of new people.’ - Interaction participant, Adrian, on his first year at the Bunnings’ Nursery

09.01.2022 When restrictions started, Susu's life suddenly changed. It was hard for her to understand why she couldn’t do her regular activities like going to craft with her friends, or even just visiting McDonald’s. But now restrictions have started to ease up and Susu can visit the Japanese Gardens, her favourite outdoor spot. The last few months have been a challenge, but seeing the beautiful flowers and wildlife at the Botanical Gardens was a welcome treat. #ndis #disabilitysupport

09.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce Alyssa as Interaction's 2020 Goal Kicker of the Year! Alyssa completed a 5km marathon to raise awareness for Lissencephaly. Alyssa was awarded her trophy & certificate at our recent Christmas party with her beautiful family by her side. An absolutely fantastic achievement, Alyssa - the entire Interaction team is so proud of you! ... #interactionservices #lissencephaly #ndisprovider

09.01.2022 The ladies at Belvedere have been getting creative during lockdown! Over the last few weeks they’ve decorated their house with homemade window paint and potato heads (that will soon sprout some grassy hairdos!) #lockdown #ndis #disabiitysupport #disabilityservices

09.01.2022 Meet Paul. He’s a proud father of two sons, a grandfather to a 4 year old boy, and one of Interaction’s Support Coordination participants. Like many dads this year, Paul’s Father’s Day might look a little bit different. So we want to take a moment to wish Paul, and all the dads, a very special (and safe) Father’s Day!

08.01.2022 We're proud of Marija for making it through a tough year. We have no doubt she's going to smash her new responsibilities at work - all while cracking a few jokes along the way!

08.01.2022 Andrew and Kat recently spent some time together at Galston Recreational Reserve. Andrew was particularly interested and took lots of photos of the monuments and plaques. They both went for a walk along the circuit track and enjoyed watching everyone out and about in a friendly and safe environment. #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

08.01.2022 Mental Health Week is an important chance to check in on your mental and emotional wellbeing. To learn about how living with a disability impacts mental health, and effective strategies to improve wellbeing, follow the link below. https://bit.ly/3k1YzyQ... #mentalhealthawareness #disabilitysupport #NDIS

08.01.2022 ‘I never get tired of walking through a beautiful garden. The Japanese Gardens are very well constructed and offer a variety of scenes like water, rocks, colour and contrast. There were several bridges linking one space to another and some houses with windows to create peaceful scenes.’ - Interaction participant Jody speaking about her visit to the Auburn Botanical Gardens with her Support Worker, Kerry. #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

07.01.2022 From the staff and participants at Interaction, we wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! #interactionservices

07.01.2022 Andrew has a passion for all things Titanic. Our staff recently supported him to purchase a new book on the Titanic called 'Explore Titanic'. He was so excited when it came in the mail, he couldn’t wait to start reading and investigating all the pop out pages, memorabilia and stories. After lockdown, Andrew plans to visit the Titanic Exhibition in Sydney. #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

06.01.2022 A lovely surprise for Bec, one of Interaction's Support Coordinators. These beautiful flowers were delivered today as a thank you from a participant and family for the positive impact made on their NDIS journey. We're lucky to have you Bec! #interactionservices #disabilitysupport #NDISProvider

06.01.2022 Calling all amateur and professional photographers! The Siblings Australia 2020 photo competition is now open! We’d love to see submissions from our talented participants, so be sure to send/tag us if you take part! Entries must include a snapshot of someone with their brother or sister with a disability. Be sure to follow the link below for more info. Submissions close on 21st of August 2020. ... #ndis #disabilitysupport

05.01.2022 Interaction, together with Hotondo Homes has started construction on Bradley and Nathan’s brand new, custom built home! Bradley tells us he is most looking forward to filling his new bedroom with lego, and having somewhere to grow his frangipani. Nathan says he is excited to have his own bedroom and bathroom. We’re so thrilled for Nathan and Bradley, and looking forward to sharing the progress of their new home over the coming months!... #pws #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

04.01.2022 VIRTUAL DISABILITY EXPO - Live now! Our booth at this year’s Disability Expo may look a little different but we’re still here answering all your NDIS and service related questions! Our virtual booth is open today until 5pm, and tomorrow between 10am and 3pm. If you’re looking to speak to one of our staff members about our support, accommodation, or behavioural and allied health services - be sure to click on the link below. ... https://bit.ly/353gC2V

03.01.2022 We are so thrilled to share that Gretta is all set up and ready to transition into her new SDA apartment! As the support provider for this brand new SDA property developed by our fantastic partners AccessAccom, we join Gretta in thanking Marli And Moe and Summer Foundation for their part in the process. We’re so excited to see what the future brings Gretta in her new home! #ndis #disabilitysupport #interactionservices #sdaaccommodation

02.01.2022 It's a big day for voting! So here's a reminder to vote for the Goal Kicker of the Year 2020. Follow the link to VOTE NOW: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VY5SG82 #goalkicker #NDIS

02.01.2022 Emma has been keeping on top of her fitness goals during lockdown by exercising every day! From hitting the treadmill, to smashing her physio exercises, Emma’s made a tremendous effort to stay fit and healthy despite the challenges of having to stay indoors. Well done Emma! #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices

02.01.2022 Stephanie and Lynne are all dressed up and ready for Halloween! This year, Stephanie wanted to be a devil princess so she chose a beautiful dress with a tutu and had her make up done special by staff. Lynne chose to be a witch, and added a sugar skull mask to the outfit instead of a hat because 'the hat always falls off' she says. We hope you all have a happy, fun and safe Halloween!... #halloween

01.01.2022 Our South Windsor participants have been sticking to their fitness goals and are working hard to stay fit and active during lockdown. They also happen to be looking for a new housemate! If you’re looking for supported accommodation with 24 hour onsite care, learn more here here: https://bit.ly/2TAWTRG #ndis #disabilitysupport #disabilityservices