ACHIEVE AUSTRALIA
OUR MISSION IS TO DELIVER ON THE RIGHT OF PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY TO ACHIEVE A MEANINGFUL AND VALUED LIFE BUILDING EXTRAORDINARY LIVES OUR VISION IS TO ENSURE ALL AUSTRALIANS WITH A DISABILITY ACHIEVE SOCIAL INCLUSION IN ALL ASPECTS OF LIFE OPPORTUNITIES FOR LIFE ABOUT ACHIEVE AUSTRALIA As a not-for-profit community organisation, Achieve Australia (Achieve) has provided services and supports with integrity, commitment and passion since 1952 for people with disability to achieve a life that is meaningful and valued. We do this by facilitating the learning and maintenance of life and work skills, the development of relationships, the ability to make life choices and participation in community activities. Achieve has always been a vocal advocate of the NDIS and we believe that it is one of the most important pieces of healthcare legislation in the nations history. In 2014, Achieve became a registered provider for the NDIS. This enables us to deliver NDIS service to any person with a disability. REGISTERED NDIS PROVIDER The NDIS is an exciting time for all people with a disability. It will ensure that you have ongoing support for life. Through our offices including Charlestown in the Hunter Region and Casino we will continue to champion inclusion, choice and control for people with disability by providing opportunities in home, life, career and wellbeing. All our services are integrated with a strong and focussed person centred approach, to ensure that individual needs are listened to, understood and matched. Achieve would like to be part of your journey. If you d like to know more about our services, there are a number of ways we can assist you through MY HOME, MY LIFE, MY CAREER and MY WELLBEING. Talk to us about your individual needs.
progressive accommodation solutions matched to an individuals choices Thurza has built skills around the house and actively enjoys being involved, doing chores and generally helping out. homes not houses, people not places LIVING IN MY HOME Achieve Australia supports more than 150 people to live independently in their homes. To assist you to exercise your choice and control over your home, Achieve s living and support services, My Home, offers you with a range of options to best suit your goals and needs. By listening to you about what is important to you and your family, we will be able to tailor your individual support service to suit your circumstances including where you want to live and who you may want to live with? The most important thing for us at Achieve is to make The committed and dedicated team will provide the support you need to have the highest level of independence you can in your home and life. To live a life that you want, Achieve will help you source accommodation of your choice, assist you with your support needs, link you to services in the community and support you to access specialist services when needed. achieve my home support for all of your life. And the best news, you get to make the decisions about what you want, what works for you and how it will happen. and supports. We can assist you To live by yourself To live with friends To get the right support to live in the community To work together to meet any complex medical needs or behavioural needs you might have Whether you are currently receiving funding, or would like to discuss your individual needs and NDIS plans, come and talk to us.
options for personal development and fulfilment Learning to use technology has been a revelation for him. Nicholas is enjoying far greater levels of communication with his family and colleagues and they re now much more aware of his needs and wants. individualised to match your choices LIVING MY LIFE Live the life you want to live; engage in self-discovery, pursue your passions and interests, learn new skills or gain experience in doing what you want to do. To assist you to live the life of your choice, Achieve s My Life service offers you with a range of options to best suit your goals and wants and desires. The most important thing for us at Achieve is to make Based on your talents, hobbies, interests and social connections that you wish to be part of, Achieve will work and explore with you a range of activities and supports you may want, to help you achieve more daily. Activities may include but not limited to: Learning new skills: literacy and numeracy, travel training, computing, cooking, independent living. Being out and about in the community: swimming, sailing, camping, photography, music, art and drama. Exploring work options: volunteering, work experience, Achieve will help you engage in activities of your choice, create opportunities and find solutions to turn your dreams and ambitions into reality so you can live a life that you want. achieve my life support for all of your life. And the best news, you get to make the decisions about and supports. Our specialist team will work with you to design a service or activity. They will support you to be able to achieve the desired outcomes you want. These supports will be matched to your choices, dreams and wants. Whether you are currently receiving funding, or would like to discuss your individual needs and NDIS plans, come, and talk to us.
guidance, work ready training and employment opportunities Jenny packs three part time jobs into her busy schedule, is a collaborative team member and is always willing to whatever is asked of her in the workplace. would you employ my ability? BE WHAT YOU WANT TO BE Are you thinking about entering the workforce and are unsure where to begin? Achieve s My Career service can equip you with the skills, confidence and qualifications you ll need for meaningful work that you re interested in and to be what you want to be. Having an income, learning skills to keep the job of your choice, enjoying a good work environment are some of the goals that Achieve will work with you and will strive to achieve. The most important thing for us at Achieve is to make We believe in creating opportunities for people to succeed and feel fulfilled through having a satisfying career. We have assisted people to identify the career paths that they may want, and provided work experience opportunities for people transitioning into work. Some of the industries we have worked successfully are hospitality, packaging, media, FMCG and retail. We also offer employment options with Achieve s Commercial Enterprise and Social Enterprise. We can also offer assistance to help you start up your own business. achieving my career. support for all of your life. And the best news, you get to make the decisions about what you want, what works for you and how it will happen. and supports. This could be - Travel training - Writing up an impressive resume - Interview training - Ongoing support (if required) Whether you are currently receiving funding, or would like to discuss your career plans and NDIS plans, come and talk to us.
holistic lifestyle support Mark is now maintaining a consistent and happy lifestyle, and he is able to play an active role in the community. for physical, emotional and financial health ACHIEVING WELLBEING An individual s wellbeing is constantly changing; physical, emotional and financial. A person s wellbeing is enhanced when they lead healthy lifestyles, have a strong sense of belonging and connectedness to their community and also have the ability to contribute to these communities. To be able to help you live a quality life, Achieve s My Wellbeing service focusses on providing holistic lifestyle support for the critical aspects of your life; physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. We make Achieve s My wellbeing service is a contemporary and forward-focussed one to help people live the life they want to live. We will work and explore with you a range of supports to help you achieve just that. You will be assisted by our dedicated and qualified team of practitioners. The team will regularly be in touch with you to help you monitor and manage your ongoing wellbeing. achieve my wellbeing support for all of your life. And the best news, you get to make the decisions about what you want, what works for you and how it will happen. and supports. We can assist you with your - Physical wellbeing - Emotional wellbeing - Financial wellbeing We aim to deliver a supportive, evidence based service, with outcomes for a healthier and secure lifestyle. Whether you are currently receiving funding, have unmet needs, or would like to discuss your ongoing wellbeing and NDIS plans, come and talk to us.
CONTACT US OUR OFFICES ACHIEVE AUSTRALIA ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE Suite 1.01, Level 1, 1 Epping Road, North Ryde 2113 Tel 1300ACHIEVE REGIONAL OFFICES RYDE Level 3, Suite 301, 5-9 Devlin Street Ryde Tel 9334 0900 BELLA VISTA Lot 39, Level 3, 10 Norbrik Drive Bella Vista Tel 9034 1676 HUNTER & NORTHERN RIVERS CHARLESTOWN Suite 104, 215 Pacific Highway Charlestown Tel 1300 224438 CASINO The Chambers, 98 Walker Street Casino NSW 2470 Tel 666 22333 www.achieveaustralia.org.au