In recent years, the disability space in Australia has seen significant changes, with a strong emphasis on empowering individuals with disabilities. Central to this empowerment is the concept of choice and control. These principles are fundamental in ensuring that people with disabilities have the autonomy and agency to lead lives that are meaningful and fulfilling. Let's explore why choice and control are so important in this context.

We recently ran our first ‘Encourage Dreams Community Grants’ round. The ‘Encourage Dreams Community Grant’ is an exciting initiative by Enriched Care Solutions for people with disabilities, people working in the disability sector and their family members! We are thrilled to announce that Sarah Barrett has received our grant of $1000.00 to encourage her dreams for her business, Sew Accessible. Sew Accessible makes clothing for children who have medical and sensory needs. Her goal is to use the grant money to buy a new machine to keep up with growing demand!

If you’ve ever worked in or adjacent to the disability support industry, you would know that it can be full of both joys and challenges. Too often the challenges become the focus of workplace discussion or media frenzy. So in this blog, we’re celebrating the JOY that can easily be found within the industry.

We understand that it can be confusing to figure out how to use your funding! In this simple guide, we'll show you how to make the most of your NDIS funding to help you live the life you’ve dreamed of.

Are you considering changing your NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) provider? Whether you're seeking better support, more tailored services, or simply a change in approach, switching providers can be a positive step towards improving your care experience. However, the process might seem daunting at first. Fear not! This ‘how-to’ guide will walk you through the steps to make the switch smoothly.

As the weather cools down, the leaves fall from the trees and the days get shorter, there’s still no shortage of activities in Launceston that cater to people with disabilities - no matter the weather! Here’s some Autumn/Winter 2024, Launceston-based accessible activities.

Recently our CEO, Lisa McConnon, sat down with our Vision & Values committee to consolidate input from staff and participants alike to inform our ‘Values, Role, Purpose & Aims’ refresh. This document is intended to clearly outline what drives the work we do at Enriched Care, and how this work empowers individuals living with disabilities in Launceston and surrounds to live fulfilling lives.

Within the broader conversation about gender equality, it's essential to recognise the unique challenges and experiences of women with disabilities. We’re also recognising the women in Enriched Care Solutions’ disability support workforce. In this blog post, we'll explore the intersectionality of gender and disability, highlighting the importance of investing in women with disabilities and those who play a crucial role in supporting them to accelerate progress for the entire community.

Whether you’re a support worker, parent, guardian, family member or coordinator of support, it’s vital to care for your own needs first to effectively care for others. Oftentimes our care isn’t limited to just one person. You may be employed as a support worker, but also caring for your elderly parent in an unpaid capacity. You may have a child with a disability, and a busy household to run whilst working fulltime. In this blog post, we'll explore the vital role of self-care for caregivers of people with disabilities and offer practical tips to help maintain balance and resilience.

In this blog post, we'll explore the different kinds of disability respite care available through NDIS funding. These forms of respite care are also all available through Enriched Care Solutions’ Launceston-based disability support services!

In recent years, the internet has become a powerful platform for individuals to share their experiences, knowledge, and stories. Among these diverse voices are Australian disability bloggers and YouTubers who are using their platforms to raise awareness, challenge stereotypes, and advocate for inclusivity and accessibility. We’re featuring four of our favourite Australian Bloggers and YouTubers.

In a world that's constantly evolving, one thing remains a timeless truth: the power of community connection. Today, we delve into the profound importance of community for people living with disabilities. This blog post explores how fostering strong community ties can bring about positive change, enhance quality of life, and promote inclusivity for those who face unique challenges.

Enriched Care is proud to be participating in STEPtember, 2023. Throughout the month of September, our staff and participants have been moving in their own way to raise funds for Cerebral Palsy Alliance. Whether it be walking 10,000 steps a day, wheeling all over Launceston, dancing or playing team sport, there’s been opportunities for everyone to get involved. Enriched Care will match the amount raised at the end of the month.

Father’s Day 2023 is this weekend, which presents an opportunity for celebration, reflection, and open conversations as we honour fathers…

Are you a seasoned disability support worker in Launceston who feels like you and your participants have ‘done it all’ in town? Or maybe you’re a new support worker and don’t know where to start when it comes to getting out and about.

Look no further! As one of the oldest registered disability support providers in Launceston, the team here at Enriched Care have been doing this for a while (decades, in fact!). So here’s four of our favourite accessible activities in Launceston for you and your participant to do this week!

Enriched Care Solutions specialises in community access disability support services, here in Launceston. In this blog post, we’re sharing our top 6 tips for embracing all abilities at community events.

Providing quality Disability Support Services is only possible if our Disability Support Workers feel well-equipped with the tools to do their job. EAP recently published the below article, which resonated with us deeply. With their permission, we’re re-sharing their tips for “Professional Boundaries for Support Workers & Carers”.

For part two of our Mother’s Day blog series, we’ve interviewed two of our Enriched Care Team Mums. Shelleigh and Rachael share their experiences as mums and grandmothers in this special interview. Mother’s Day 2023 is fast approaching, which presents an opportunity for celebration, reflection, and open conversations as we honour mothers. Whether you are a mum, a grandma, a ‘mum-figure’ to someone, or are the child of a mum, we can each experience connections to mothers in unique ways. Mother’s Day is a day that can bring up mixed emotions, depending on what each of our personal journeys with motherhood have looked like.

Mother’s Day 2023 is fast approaching, which presents an opportunity to honour mothers. We chose to focus this blog on two stories that are special to the Enriched Care family; the stories of Judi and Deborah – two of our participants’ mums. Judi and Deborah recently agreed to be interviewed by us, and we were touched by their thoughtful, insightful stories as they shared just some of their personal stories of motherhood.

You’re a seasoned Disability Support Worker with experience, skills and certifications under your belt. You love working with participants each day in your role but you feel like you have more to offer. Maybe you’re just about to enter the disability support services industry… We recently sat down with our Care Coordinators to talk about their experiences at Enriched that led to their promotion…