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ACL Disability Services

Helping adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities live as independently as possible in the general community. Home of Gig Buddies Sydney

This is a non-profit organisation oriented to service people with mild to moderate intellectual disability.

28/07/2025

“… it’s "awesome" for someone with Giggs' influence to publicly say the condition doesn't have to stop you from doing what you want.

"Music is so important for stuff like this…… It can be so powerful.”

https://bit.ly/4lLD2u1

16/07/2025

Love Without Limits peels back the curtain on the real-life experiences of dating and intimacy for disabled people.

Each episode features candid conversations with guests who share personal tales of love, s*x, dating, and relationships—from burgeoning romances and long-term partnerships to flings, friendships, self-love and everything in between.

No topic is off-limits, with discussions delving into s*xual health, relationship dynamics, and overcoming the barriers to intimacy that people with disability can face.

Love Without Limits is unapologetically funny, modern, and fearless. It smashes stereotypes and redefines how we talk about love, s*x, and disability.

https://bit.ly/4lLB8cA

14/07/2025

"It's not just about communication; it's about confidence, community and navigating my new reality with resilience and optimism…”

https://bit.ly/46Hi8Yq

09/07/2025

“I think we've noticed the way that people treat us is very different — depending on how visibly disabled we look,"

https://bit.ly/3Gm67Nt

07/07/2025

“We marked our daughter's diagnosis with a cake, as is customary in autistic culture.”

https://bit.ly/44wNfmP

02/07/2025

“Jacob Hare, 21, from Nottingham, is an Oxfam steward and encourages other people with disabilities and impairments to "definitely give it a go".

https://bit.ly/44ElXfs

30/06/2025

“Middleton-Patel feels "very fortunate" she was diagnosed with the help of Manchester United, and she says the club continue to be a major support.”

https://bit.ly/3Gc4d1P

25/06/2025

The ABC are on the lookout for storytellers for this year’s International Day of People with Disability.

They’re calling on creators with disability to produce stories covering a range of important topics, with content to be commissioned by the ABC in time for IDPwD on December 3.

The closing date is Tuesday 1 July. To find out more about what they’re looking for, click the link below:

https://bit.ly/4nfBU3a

23/06/2025

“…..74% said seeing more people like themselves in customer-facing roles would give them the confidence to apply for a job themselves.

Of those in work, just 16% say they have a role model with a similar disability to look up to and learn from.”

https://bit.ly/3T3gnwQ

18/06/2025

We currently have a vacancy in one of our group homes, based in Hornsby.

- About the property
The group home consists of two adjoining modern townhouses, currently home to four residents with 24/7 support, including sleepover staff.

- About the location
The property is located on a quiet street close to Hornsby Train Station, other transport and a major shopping centre.

- About the room
The bright, spacious, freshly painted bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, ceiling fan and built-in wardrobes.

- About us
Our progressive medium sized not-for-profit disability organisation has supported clients with mild to moderate learning disabilities &/or autism on Sydney's North Shore for over 50 years.

- About you
Prospective applicants need to have NDIS Home & Living funding in place, which includes a Supported Independent Living (SIL) package.

If you would like to live in a convenient, clean and cheerful home with 24/7 support, within walking distance to Hornsby transport and ammenities, please get in touch via the following:

☎️ 02 9419 6951
📧 carol@assistcom.org

16/06/2025

“A photography student spent 10 days travelling more than 850 miles across England using public buses to highlight the challenges faced by disabled bus pass holders.”

https://bit.ly/43IX8Pd

11/06/2025

“EnAccess Maps, a new app developed by student Sabrina Leung, allows users to locate and review venues based on their accessibility features.”

https://bit.ly/3FJ8JEE

Address

125 Blues Point Road
McMahons Point, NSW
2060

Website

http://www.assistcom.org/

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