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25/10/2025

💛 There’s a side of ADHD that often goes unseen.

It’s the fatigue that comes from constantly trying to stay organised in a world built for neurotypical minds.
It’s the self-doubt after another forgotten appointment.
It’s the emotional intensity that others mistake for “too much.”
It’s masking. The daily effort to appear calm, focused, and “together.”

ADHD isn’t a lack of effort, motivation, or care.
It’s a different way of processing time, emotion, and attention. Often misunderstood, but deeply human.

Behind the chaos, there’s courage. Behind the forgetfulness, there’s resilience.

💛 This ADHD Awareness Month, let’s talk about the parts no one sees and lead with compassion for those living them every day.

22/10/2025

💛 ADHD is more than focus.
It can affect emotions, memory, time management, relationships, and everyday tasks; not just attention.

But it’s also creativity, curiosity, resilience, and unique ways of thinking that can be incredible strengths when understood and supported.

This ADHD Awareness Month, let’s go beyond stereotypes, listen with empathy, and create spaces where neurodivergent minds are respected, seen, and celebrated.

16/10/2025

🌈 Learning. Unlearning. Showing up.

This week, we attended Plan Partners’ “Supporting Q***r & Gender Diverse Participants” networking event, a space for providers to come together, listen, and explore how to better support LGBTQIA+ participants within the NDIS.

We learned that while around 1 in 10 Australians identify as LGBTQIA+, this community continues to face higher rates of discrimination, social isolation, and barriers to accessing inclusive health and disability supports.

True inclusion means allyship in action, not just celebrating diversity, but continuously reflecting, learning, and creating spaces where every identity feels safe, respected, and affirmed.

At 4 Reasons Disability Services, we’re committed to being part of that change; to listening more, learning better, and supporting every person exactly as they are. 💜

14/10/2025

Behind every story of growth is a team of caring hands and open hearts 💙

On Allied Health Professions Day, we honour the incredible allied health professionals who walk alongside participants, helping them build confidence, skills, and independence every day.

We see you, we appreciate you, and we thank you.

09/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

A reminder that your mind deserves care, compassion, and rest, just like your body.
You are not too much, not too broken, not behind. You are human and that’s enough.

Let’s keep normalising conversations about mental health, every day.

07/10/2025

💭 What if body image wasn’t about loving every inch, but about finding peace in how you exist today?

That’s the heart of body neutrality.
 It’s about shifting the focus from appearance to appreciation, noticing what your body allows you to do, rather than how it looks doing it.

For many of the people we support, body image challenges are deeply tied to trauma, disability, or mental health experiences.
 Practising body neutrality creates space for self-compassion, healing, and a kinder inner voice.
🌱 You don’t need to love your body to treat it with care.

03/10/2025

💙 October is Mental Health Month, a time to pause, check in, and remember that the little things we do for ourselves and each other matter.

Daily check-ins don’t have to be big. They can be as simple as: 👂 Listening without fixing. 📝 Writing down one thought before bed. 💬 Asking someone how they’re really going.
Small actions → big ripple effects.

Let’s start today.

11/09/2025

💛 Today is R U OK? Day.

You’ll see this question everywhere today… but here’s the truth: sometimes when you ask, the answer isn’t simple.
 It might be: “I’m fine” (when they’re not).

Or “I don’t want to talk right now.”
 And that’s OK.

Being there for someone isn’t about fixing them. It’s about showing up, sitting beside them, and reminding them they don’t have to go through life alone.

So if you check in with someone today, don’t stop at the question.
 Pause. Listen. Hold space.

💬 Because the conversation doesn’t end with “Are you OK?”

that’s just where it begins.

10/09/2025

💛 Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Each year, more than 720,000 lives are lost to su***de worldwide. But for every life lost, there are around 20 attempts. Reminding us that every conversation, every check-in, and every connection can matter.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is ask “Are you OK?” and truly listen without judgment. 💬

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out:
📞 Su***de Call Back Service 1300 659 467 – free, 24/7 counselling via phone, chat or video, plus up to 4 follow-up sessions with the same counsellor
📞 MensLine Australia 1300 78 99 78 – support for men’s mental health & relationships
📞 QLife 1800 184 527 – peer support for LGBTQIA+ communities
📞 13YARN 13 92 76 – culturally safe crisis support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people
📞 Lifeline 13 11 14 – 24/7 crisis support & su***de prevention
📞 Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 – support for anxiety, depression & mental health
📞 000 – in an emergency

💛 Together, we can create a world where hope is stronger than despair.

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03/09/2025

💜 It’s Women’s Health Week (1–7 September)!
 This week shines a spotlight on the importance of women prioritising their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Too often, women put themselves last, but your health matters.

We’ve put together 5 small but powerful ways to look after yourself, because self-care is not selfish, it’s essential. 🌸

✨ Which one speaks to you the most? Tell us in the comments ⬇️

At 4 Reasons Disability Services, we’re proud to support women in our community to feel strong, healthy, and empowered.

29/08/2025

🌟 Changing lives. Shaping the future. 🌟
 We’re beyond proud to share that our Director, Melissa, has been nominated for the Most Visionary Leader Award at the 2025 Australian Disability Service Awards.

Melissa’s leadership has always been about more than just running a service. It’s about breaking barriers, driving inclusion, and creating real impact for people with disability and their communities.

This nomination is recognition of Mel’s unwavering commitment to human rights, innovation, and the values that define 4 Reasons Disability Services. 🦋💜🧡💙💚

This journey began with the inspiration of her four children, and it continues today thanks to our incredible staff, who make the heart of 4 Reasons Disability Services beat stronger every day.

08/08/2025

“What pulled me out of loneliness wasn’t one big moment. It was small things, like someone checking in. Like feeling seen.”

“I thought I’d always feel this alone. But I didn’t.”
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Loneliness doesn’t just “go away.” But connection can grow, even slowly, with the right kind of support.

💛 For some of the people we support at 4 Reasons, it started with:
• One worker showing up and actually listening
• A shared meal, not eaten alone
• Being asked, “Want to come with me?”

This , we want to remind you: Support can be the bridge between isolation and connection.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected you’re not alone, and you’re not invisible.
 We’re here when you’re ready.
👉 DM us or visit
https://4reasons.com.au/
to connect.

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