At Home Care

05/05/2026

Every day, safety’s the way, especially when it comes to lithium battery use at home and at work.

With more fires sparked by lithium batteries in e-bikes, e-scooters, and other rechargeable gadgets, safety warnings are sounding louder than ever.

Key Points
🔵Lithium-ion batteries can be very flammable. If they’re not manufactured, handled, stored, or disposed of correctly, they can catch fire, explode, or vent toxic gas.
🔵People with disabilities are at greater risk when fires occur in their homes..

https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/sites/default/files/2026-02/Provider%20alert%20-%20lithium%20batteries.pdf

01/05/2026

The Assistive Technology Rental and Refurbishment Pilot, run nationally by Ability First Australia, is being expanded to WA.

People can choose to purchase, rent or exchange the technology, through an online platform. The initiative has been running in South Australia and Tasmania since mid-2025. It will finish in all states in December 2026.

People in Western Australia can participate by contacting Ability WA or visiting AccessTech.

Discover how Access Tech empowers people with disability by making assistive technology more accessible, affordable, and flexible.

28/04/2026

His “forever home” hasn’t just put a roof over his head—it has given him his life back.

No truer words illustrate the very special story of Tom and Arthur, who recently left the structured walls of aged care and embraced the warmth and freedom of their own SDA home.

For over a decade, Tom and Arthur called aged care facilities home simply because they had no other choice. Although these places provided care, they were meant for older people. As younger adults, Tom and Arthur struggled with limited independence, fewer chances to connect with peers, and routines that did not fit their stage of life.

Read the full story:

Read about Tom and Arthur's journey to Supported Independent Living and how it offered them the care and independence they needed.

25/04/2026

MAYtivation 2026 is on again, raising funds and awareness for the Saba Rose Button Foundation. Get moving in May - track your activity for a great cause!

Choose your Challenge. Run, Walk, Roll, Swim, Skate ..
Choose your Distance. 21kms, 42kms, 100kms ..

Register online: https://may-tivation-2026.raiselysite.com/
You can register online as:

⭐ An individual $20

⭐ A family/ team, $60 (up to 10 members)

⭐ An organisation, and join as an individual $20 with the option to join & ‘link to’ your organisation, workplace or sports team.

Awesome prizes to be won—get ready for MAYtivation!

About SRBF

The Saba Rose Button Foundation is a not-for-profit charity focused on raising funds to help children living with additional needs and their families. The funds raised will enable these children to access therapy (anywhere in Western Australia), specialised equipment, parental respite, and home-based care.

Move with us this May

23/04/2026

The NDIS are looking for testers to take part in testing the New Way of Planning, from April to June 2026.

You will take part in the new Support Needs Assessment in a safe practice environment. The practice Support Needs Assessment interview is a structured conversation about your life and the supports you use.

You can read more about this new way of planning on the NDIS website.

Your feedback will help the NDIS:
▶ improve the design and usability of the assessment and planning tools
▶ make sure the new planning process is clear, fair, and works well for participants
▶ understand how the budget model might work
▶ find problems early and improve accuracy
▶ support better decision-making for assessors.

Important:
▶ You will not receive a personal plan or budget outcome from this activity.
▶ This will not affect your current NDIS plan or funding.

You can read more about this new way of planning or how to join via https://engage.ndis.gov.au/projects/engagement-opportunities-for-the-new-way-of-planning.

Seeking NDIS participants to take part in testing from April to June 2026

21/04/2026

Flexing those smiles 💙💜

19/04/2026

Ever wanted to join the At Home Care family from behind the scenes? We have three new roles in our offices, and we're seeking the next AHC superstars. If you’re looking for a genuine career where you are supported the whole way, look no further; you’re right At Home.

💙 Engagement Coordinator, Melbourne VIC
👉https://www.seek.com.au/job/91495139


💙NDIS Accounts Officer, Osborne Park, Perth WA
https://www.seek.com.au/job/91474830


💙 Clinical Nurse Specialist, Melbourne VIC
👉 https://www.seek.com.au/job/91269726

17/04/2026

Jayde is heading to Adelaide to represent WA at the National Wheelchair Rugby Championships! It takes a lot to get there, and we're not just talking about the sweat and tears of training.

We're excited to support Jayde and share his inspiring journey as he works to reach the Nationals in 2026!

🌱 From the Oval to the Court: Help Me Reach the National Championships 🧑‍🦽

My sports journey started at age 10 with Australian Rules Football, teaching me grit and teamwork.

In 2003, while playing football for the Belmont Bombers Football club, I suffered a spinal cord injury, which changed my path, but it couldn't shake my competitive spirit. I traded the football oval for the court and found a new home in Wheelchair Rugby.

Over the last 21 years, I have been a staple in the West Australian local wheelchair Rugby competition. It has been my absolute honour to represent WA at the National Championships numerous times, fuelled by a lifelong passion for goal-setting and elite team sports.

The Goal
This year, I have set my sights on competing in Division 2 at the National Championships, along with a few key league rounds throughout the season. At this level of the game, the intensity is high, the competition is fierce, and the commitment required is total.

Why I Need Your Support

While my drive is stronger than ever, the logistical realities of competing at a national level are significant. To get to the championships and participate in the league rounds, I am facing substantial costs, including:

• Accessible flights to national venues.
• Accommodation that meets my disability requirements.
• Having spare customised specialised equipment for myself and my rugby wheelchair

As an independent athlete, these expenses are a major barrier to reaching the goals I’ve worked so hard to set.

How You Can Help

Please consider supporting my GoFundMe to help bridge the gap between training and the competition floor. Every contribution directly funds travel, accommodation, and equipment, ensuring I proudly represent WA and give my all at the highest level. Thank you for helping me reach my goal!

If contributing isn’t an option for you, simply sharing this page would mean the world to me. Your actions help me keep my competitive fire burning; thank you for standing by me on this journey.

From the Oval to the Court: Help Me Reach the National Championship… Jayde Seed needs your support for Help Me Play the National Wheelchair Rugby Championship

16/04/2026

We had an udderly exciting time at Landsdale Farm this week, and it was a hay‑larious morning of adventure. 🐓

There was a barn‑load of fun with a whole pack of friendly farm animals, including goats, alpacas, sheep, a donkey, ponies, chickens, turkeys, geese, cows, pigs, rabbits, and guinea pigs!

There were plenty of mooo‑ments to remember, and our paediatrics team had just as much fun as the kids! ⭐️🐰

14/04/2026

Looking for the right care for your child? If you’re exploring care options for your child, this step‑by‑step checklist can help you get started with confidence:💙

✅ Initial Conversation: Understanding why a discussion is crucial and not just a contract.

✅ Collaborative Care Design: Combining fun with the necessary expertise.

✅ Assembling a Team: Important questions to ask in order to find staff who align with your family’s personality.

✅ Ongoing Support: What you can anticipate once care is initiated.

This helpful resource, A Parent’s Guide to Choosing the Right Care Provider, breaks down the process into stages, helping you determine if a provider suits your family.

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Choosing a complex care provider for your child is a significant step, and it's natural to feel both hopeful and unsure.

02/04/2026

Looking for an unforgettable movie night? This April, step into the magic of the Alliance Française de Perth French Film Festival (AFFFF26) for a special screening of A Dash of Love, followed by a Q&A with Ebonny and Lachlan.

🎟 Buy your tickets online: https://www.movietkts.com.au/selecttickets.php?siteCode=LEEDER&sessionIndex=69706

A Dash of Love Synopsis

When Mélanie (Julia Piaton, Like a Prince, AF FFF25), a brilliant lawyer, decides it’s time to live on her own terms, she persuades her old university friend Benjamin (Quentin Dolmaire, My Golden Days, AF FFF16) to join her on a road trip to Spain.

Their unlikely driver is Lucas (Grégory Gadebois, Delicious, AF FFF21), a recently released ex-con and one of Mélanie’s clients, whom she convinces into taking the wheel.

The improbable trio set off across sweeping landscapes, navigating suspicion and fears, laughter and longing. While Mélanie pushes forward with urgency, Benjamin seems in no hurry to arrive, quietly stretching detours and moments along the way, as if trying to make the road last a little longer...

25/03/2026

Adventure Mode: Activated🦁 It's not every day you get to go on a wild safari open bus ride. What an introduction to the wild side of life!

So many animals (some a little too close), so many smiles, and a 10/10 adventure, we would absolutely do again! So proud to share this incredible moment from Brian and his family. 🚂🐘