Poly Support Services

29/10/2025

Sometimes our thoughts can feel like a tangled mess. But sharing them with someone, bit by bit, can help loosen the knots 💛

For conversation tips visit ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

24/10/2025

Many Autistic people experience challenges that aren’t always seen. 🌻

For some, autism may come with sensory sensitivities, social or communication differences, or executive functioning challenges that others don’t notice.

What can you do? Listen, believe, and make space for all experiences, visible or not. A little understanding and kindness can go a long way in making everyone feel seen and supported.

Keep an eye out for the sunflower 🌻badges, wristbands or lanyards. These help people share that they have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent.

If you would like to purchase a sunflower identifier, please visit: hdsunflower.com/au/shop.html

19/10/2025

It’s Invisible Disabilities Week (19–25 October)! 🌻

Around 80–85% of people with a disability have one that isn’t visible. These include neurological, cognitive, sensory, mental health, and chronic conditions that aren’t always immediately apparent.

Not all disabilities are visible — but a little understanding and kindness can go a long way in making everyone feel seen and supported.

Image description: A green graphic with sunflower design promoting Invisible Disabilities Week, 19th–25th October. It features a Sunflower lanyard, a person icon with a sunflower, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower logo.

11/10/2025

We are proudly sponsoring our participant Ethan at Para Hills CC 😁🏏

06/10/2025

The Australian Government is reviewing the Disability Discrimination Act. They want to make sure it is working to protect people with disability.

This review is a response to recommendations made by the Disability Royal Commission.

The Government is asking for everyone’s views to make sure all voices are heard.

You can make a submission or complete a community survey.

Find out more, including Easy Read information here: https://consultations.ag.gov.au/rights-and-protections/dda-issues-paper/

Consultation is open until 24 October 2025.

29/09/2025

The signs that someone is doing it tough might not be obvious. Connection and kindness can help them feel less alone.

We love this from Vex King 💛

26/09/2025

As the grand finals approach and the weather warms up, there’s no better time to get outside, get moving and get into team sports!🏉

Whether you’re chasing a ball, kicking goals or just having fun with friends, being active through sport is great for your mind and body.

Playing team sports helps to:
👟 keep you active
🤝 build friendships
🧠 support your mental health.

You don’t need to be a seasoned pro to play, there are many ways to adapt the game for all skill levels, ages and abilities.

Walking, footy, mixed social competitions, junior leagues, all-abilities teams – there’s something for everyone!

Grab a ball, call your friends and get moving finals’ season.

Read the comments below to learn more.👇

12/09/2025

We're Hiring! 😁

We are seeking an additional Disability/Aged Care Support Worker to join our team (casual basis).
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Poly Support Services is looking for a Support Worker to join our Albury/Wodonga team for immediate start on a casual basis. Experience in either aged care or disability care is highly preferred.
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Application Close: Friday 26 September 2025

Poly Support Services Pty Ltd

12/09/2025

📣 Have your say and help shape Thriving Kids.

Thriving Kids is a national initiative to improve services and support for children aged 8 and under with developmental concerns or mild to moderate disability.

Families, carers, community members and professionals can share their experiences with support services for children with disability, including developmental delay and autism.

You can participate by either:
🔸 making a written submission by Friday 3 October 2025
🔸 completing a short community survey by Friday 10 October 2025.

Your input will help inform the design of the Thriving Kids program.

Find out more by visiting the link below. 👇

07/09/2025

Call 1800 643 787 in Australia (via Disability Gateway) and ask for "The Helpline." The Helpline provides independent and free short-term phone-based advocacy support and can help you find a local advocate when available.

21/08/2025

Over the last nine months, we’ve consulted with nearly 2,000 stakeholders about registration for Supported Independent Living (SIL), support coordination and platform providers. We've also proposed quality and safeguarding measures to the NDIS Act (Bill No.2).

We've now published the ‘What we heard’ reports from these public consultations, highlighting what you told us is needed to strengthen the quality and safety of supports and what participants, workers and providers want regulation to deliver.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this important work. Your feedback is valued and will inform and guide our next steps as we consider our implementation approaches.

Download the 'What we heard' reports on:
👉 mandatory registration https://bit.ly/4mTp0Hb
👉 NDIS Act (Bill No. 2) https://bit.ly/49zTg4d

15/08/2025

Not all disabilities are visible.

The Sunflower is a simple way for people with non-visible disabilities to discreetly share that they may need a little extra time, understanding or support in public spaces.

You might see someone wearing a Sunflower lanyard, badge or bracelet, now you know what it means.

Let’s help more people recognise the Sunflower 👉 https://bit.ly/3JVe0b7

Making the invisible visible 🌻