Inspiresandco

08/09/2025

"I have signed the Parliamentary Petition calling on Government to act now and pay Support Coordinators fairly before even more shut their doors.

Please join me and sign the petition here: https://www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/petition/EN7619"

25/08/2025

This is a great course if you are new to AI - it’s on tomorrow, so get in quick.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1D99MMkpVv/?mibextid=wwXIfrt

Help please our Facebook friends:
I'm running an AI workshop tomorrow morning for disabled people, families and support workers.
It's all about how ai can be used to take the grunt out of so much of the work we all do - and how to stay safe while doing it!
We don't have many signups, and I think that's a failure of my marketing, because the workshop is really really good and the reviews of it are genuinely fantastic.
My survey asked what people liked about the last session, and they said (word for word):
- It gave me more confidence in dealing with the NDIA. I can see many use cases for AI assisting people with a disability.
- Confidence to explore ChatGTP & pass on knowledge to participants
- The opportunity to save time and actually get done some of the things that need to be done
- I can use ChatGPT to develop social stories and other useful documents quickly and easily. This learning support gave me the confidence to go for it. Thank you!
- Clear explanation and great examples shown
- Numerous explanations of how to use the intelligence
- Different scenarios explained we’ll & explored in many different ways to obtain the answer you want
- Live examples were excellent.
- You gave me enough information and inspiration to try ChatGPT for myself and I love it! It's already reduced some building stress about a particular issue.
Can you spread the word, or even join yourself for tomorrow morning's session? Thank you friends.

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09/08/2025

Please sign!

Together we can remove the barriers, fix the systems, and eliminate the structural discrimination disabled people face every day.

05/08/2025

New episode out now! 🎙️

Meet Phil Hayes-Brown: ex-NBA exec, full-time dad, lifelong advocate. In this unforgettable conversation, he opens up about raising his daughter Phoebe, stepping into the carer role, and challenging what real inclusion looks like. This one will stay with you. 💬

🎧 Available now on the Navigating Disability Podcast.
Spotify, Apple Podcast or Youtube.

05/08/2025

There’s a big difference between caring for someone and truly supporting their independence.

💡 In our latest episode, Phil Hayes-Brown reminds us that being too sympathetic or doing everything for someone can actually hold them back. Support means stepping back when it’s hard, and believing they can do more than we often expect. 💬

🎧 Available now on the Navigating Disability Podcast. Spotify, Apple Podcast or Youtube.

31/07/2025

Help is to help you!

Please sign.

Over 60,000 people have now signed the petition to stop the NDIS pricing cuts. Thank you all! Today, I’ll table your signatures in Parliament. Each and every name now will then be on the parliamentary record. Together, we’ve made this impossible to ignore.

Haven't signed yet, or want to learn more? ➡️ change.org/p/stand-up-for-disability-support-stop-the-ndis-cuts

[ID: Jordon sits in front of his Canberra office door, smiling holding a box that has "STOP NDIS PRICE GUIDE CUTS" written boldly on the side. Graphic text next to Jordon reads "Our Petition," with an arrow that points inside the box. Behind Jordon, a rainbow striped Greens loo and Save Scott Reef Poster is displayed on his door.]

29/07/2025

Meet the woman raising the standard of disability support in Australia.💪🔥

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Breanna Jenkins, founder of , who shares her journey from biomedical science student to heart-led leader in the disability space.

Breanna talks openly about the importance of lived experience, the realities of caring for neurodivergent youth, and why every child deserves to feel seen, safe, and celebrated. 💜✨

🎙️ This is more than a conversation. It’s a call to rethink what true inclusion looks like.

Listen now on the Navigating Disability Podcast. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast or Youtube.

29/07/2025

Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt like you had to shrink yourself just to belong?

Breanna Jenkins reminds us that feeling safe is what unlocks our ability to show up authentically, especially for neurodivergent young people who are so often misunderstood.

This isn’t just about comfort. It’s about dignity, freedom, and identity. When we create environments where kids feel safe, they stop masking and start thriving.

🌿 That’s the power of neuroaffirming care and the heart of this week’s episode.
🎧 Tune in and let’s shift the conversation together.

Listen now on the Navigating Disability Podcast. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast or Youtube.

22/07/2025

If you’ve ever worn a smile while falling apart inside, Bruce’s story is for you.

He spent decades achieving on the outside and hurting on the inside, thinking no one could understand. But reaching his lowest point led him somewhere he never expected: healing, connection, and a mission to speak up so others don’t have to suffer in silence.

If you’re struggling, know this: you are not weak. You are not alone. And you are not finished.

“If I can come back from where I was, anybody can.” - Bruce Simpson

🎧 Bruce’s full story is on the Navigating Disability Podcast now.
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast or Youtube.

⚠️ Trigger warning: This post discusses mental health struggles and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14 in Australia) or 988 in the US.

22/07/2025

🎧 New Episode Out Now!

This week on the Navigating Disability Podcast, we’re joined by Bruce Simpson; a respected lawyer, a person with lived experience of disability, and a survivor of unimaginable internal battles.

Bruce opens up about decades of silent suffering, the moment everything collapsed, and the unexpected turning point that gave him a second chance at life, and purpose.

From perfectionism and pressure to peace and advocacy, Bruce’s story is a powerful reminder that healing is possible, help is real, and you are not alone.

⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health crises and self-harm. Please reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14 AU) or 988 (US) if you need support.

🎙 Listen now, share with someone who needs hope, and hit follow to never miss an episode.

Available on the Navigating Disability Podcast: Spotify, Apple Podcast or Youtube.

17/07/2025

🎄🎅 FREE TICKETS – Children’s Christmas Party! 🎁

Inspires & Co. has a limited number of FREE tickets available for children under 12 to attend the Children’s Christmas Party – a magical day of festive fun for kids with disability and their families! 🌟

See more here:
https://www.sccpau.com.au/

Hosted by the wonderful team at SCCPAU, this event is packed with rides, entertainment, activities, and Christmas cheer. 🎠🎉

To enter the random draw, please email info@inspiresandco.com.au with:

Parent/Caregiver’s Name

Child’s Name

Child’s Age

🎟️ Winners will be selected at random and notified by email.

Be quick – places are limited, and this is one event your little one won’t want to miss!

14/07/2025

NEW 🎙

This episode with guest Giuliana Ferretti is a fierce and moving story of love, resilience, and the power of a mother’s voice. In this deeply honest conversation, Giuliana opens up about raising a daughter with a rare disorder, confronting a broken system, and building a life grounded in advocacy and inclusion. Her journey will inspire you to rethink what true support and community can look like.💞

🎧 Listen to the full story on the Navigating Disability Podcast. Find it on Spotify, YouTube or Apple Podcast.