Care Collective Central West

15/11/2025

🌻🌷🌼 Long but much needed post ☺️ 🫶
How blessed we are to have the families we work with place their trust in us to support their loved ones as if they were our own family members 🩷

Support Coordinators and Psychosocial Recovery Coaches are the backbone of the NDIS.
We advocate fiercely and fight endlessly for the rights of the participants and families we support🥊
Without these supports, families (and especially participants without any family to speak of) would be stuck with an NDIS plan, and no way to know how to use, understand, or implement it.

In the ever changing world that is the NDIS, support coordinators and recovery coaches are on the front line of all of these grim changes. So much so, that many organisations have closed their SC departments, incredibly valued SC and PRCs are leaving the role by the masses, and the participants are the ones who are suffering 😔

To end my rant..
Among all the failures of a system, intended to 'help and not harm' people with disabilities, we must ALL celebrate the wins! 🫶
However big or small they may seem to anyone else, the families who's lives are changed for the better, who can now let go of the worry and stress of things like, "what will become of our son/daughter when we are no longer around to care for them?" and many other similar scenarios..
You need to remember, YOU did that! YOU fought for these people, you didnt give up, and they will be incredibly grateful for the peace you have bought them through the fight you have won for them💞

And sometimes, you'll get flowers 🥰

Remember: CELEBRATE THE WINS!! 💜💛🩷

14/11/2025

❌️ More on the Thriving Kids Program‼️ Cutting access to children's essential supports and much needed, EVIDENCE BASED, early intervention under the guise of 'transitioning' to this 'accessible' mainstream community based program.. One small issue.. This program has not yet been developed, nor is there any transitioning period. Therefore this is not yet accessible to the hundreds/thousands of children being affected NOW! 😔

So… the entire design of Thriving Kids is being decided in THREE meetings.
Three. Meetings.

This massive reform will reshape early-childhood disability supports for hundreds of thousands of children, yet the advisory group (which notably lacks any disabled voices) plans to finalise its “design” by early December.

This not only does not meet Australia’s obligations under Article 4(3) of the UNCRPD, which requires governments to closely consult and actively involve Disabled People’s Organisations in decisions that affect us; it laughs in the face of the purpose of DPROs.

Three closed-door meetings and a rushed inquiry is a car cry from co-design.

Children deserve better. Families deserve transparency. Disabled people deserve a seat at the table and open, transparent consultation.

Rights
Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association - ANPA Every Australian Counts The Australian Autism Alliance

[image: screenshot of Thriving Kids Advisory Group Communique. Adelaide, 7 November 2025. Text circled in red reads: 'The meeting concluded with agreement on next steps, including deeper engagement with state and territory government initiatives, and on early childhood education and
schools. The Advisory Group will also further engage with those with lived experience. The Advisory Group will meet again in early December 2025 to finalise its advice on the design of Thriving Kids' Full Communique at: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/thriving-kids-advisory-group-communique-november-2025?language=en]

14/11/2025

20/08/2025

🌟 The cat is out of the bag, and we are too excited to finally share the news with our wonderful community!
We see you, we hear you, and we are committed to continuing to create lasting change with you.

🌟 We are SO stoked to say that we have taken another huge leap in our mission to bridge the gaps in mental health and disability supports and services across the Central West.
Care Collective Central West is now offering a diverse range of tailored supports for every journey!

🌟 No matter where you've come from or where you're going, at Care Collective Central West, we are honoured to be able to walk beside you.
We believe everyone deserves support that is person-centred, empowering, and led by YOU!

Our team are now offering a wide range of flexible, tailored supports, including:
🌿Mental Health Peer Support – walk alongside someone who truly understands through lived experience
🌿Mentoring & Guidance – support to navigate challenges and build confidence
🌿Life Stages & Transitions – assistance during key milestones and changes in life
🌿Assistance with Daily Life – practical, hands-on support at home and in the community
🌿Capacity Building & Skills Development – training and guidance to strengthen independence
🌿Employment Supports – mentoring and workplace readiness to open new opportunities

What makes us different?
It's exactly what we want to see across the board!
🌻Honouring Lived Experience – whilst every person has a unique story, our team includes peer workers who have navigated similar paths and faced many of the same barriers on their own journey to recovery
🌻 Person-Centred – you set the direction; we support you along the way
🌻 Trauma informed - Because you deserve to be supported by someone who just 'gets it'
🌻 Local Knowledge & Connections – based in Mudgee NSW and providing support to surrounding areas, we continue to collaborate and build strong relationships with our wider network in the sector. We are committed to empowering individuals, families, and the wider community

At Care Collective Central West, we don’t just provide services – we partner with you to build a life of dignity, connection, and opportunity.

✨️Contact us on the details below, comment or drop us a private message to find out how we can support you or someone you care for.
Care Collective Central West
✉️ support@carecollectivecw.com
📞0481 850 601

06/08/2025

📣 We're Hiring! Peer Support Worker – Mudgee, NSW 📍

Care Collective Central West is seeking a compassionate and motivated Peer Support Worker to join our team!

🧠 Do you have a passion for mental health and empowering others?
🧍 Are you person-centred, empathetic, and community-focused?
🗓️ Can you work weekdays and weekends as needed?

We would love to hear from you!

This role involves walking alongside participants on their recovery journey, promoting autonomy, choice, and connection.

🔹 Based in Mudgee and supporting surrounding areas
🔹 Must be available weekdays and weekends
🔹 Must align with Care Collective Central West’s vision and values
🔹 Lived experience of mental health recovery is encouraged but not essential
🔹️Must have unrestricted licence and reliable vehicle with full comprehensive insurance
🔹️Desirable- Qualifications in Mental Health, Disability, Community Services or related field, or willingness to obtain

Be part of a team that values inclusion, advocacy, and recovery-focused practice.

📩 Apply now: Send your resume and short cover letter to
admin@carecollectivecw.com
Applications remain open until the position is filled.

Let’s create change—together. 💙

18/07/2025

A single mum of two boys with autism faces an uphill battle following the NDIS’ latest move, with many other anguished parents also having similar fears. See what services are affected.