Mildura Disability Support Services

13/10/2026

💙 Hearing from the people who matter most! 💙

We've received some beautiful feedback through our recent MDSS participant survey, and we couldn't be prouder of our team!

Here's what our respondents told us:

🌟 100% are satisfied with the quality of our services.

🌟 100% feel their rights are respected and supported.

🌟 100% feel supported to achieve their goals.

🌟 100% feel confident raising concerns or providing feedback.

🌟 100% feel supported to participate in their community.

And some of the lovely feedback we received when asked what we do well:

💬 Abbie is a fantastic support worker and she should be cloned!"

💬 "Communication!!"

💬 "U do well at communicating."

At MDSS, our values of Respect, Integrity and Courage guide everything we do.

To our incredible support workers and wider team, thank you for the care, dedication and genuine connections you build with the people we support. 💙

And to our participants and families, thank you for trusting us and helping us continue to grow and improve.

Your voice matters.
Always.

12/10/2026

The Halloween Dance Party is open to all NDIS participants in Sunraysia. 😊

Tickets are $10 and available online or in person from the Christie Centre at 115 Twelfth St, Mildura.

04/10/2026

Have you met Zhoe – Support Worker Extraordinaire?

If there’s fun happening, you can pretty much guarantee Zhoe is right in the middle of it! 🤩

Bubbly, strong, smart, kind and caring, Zhoe brings so much energy to her work.

She’s particularly amazing with kids taking things in her stride and knowing when to be patient, when to encourage and when it’s time to just have some fun.

One of the things we love most about Zhoe is that she is genuinely excited to come to work. She’s always willing to help, has such a kind spirit and really cares about the people she supports. 💙

Here she is pictured with one of our beautiful little participants during our School Holiday Program.

Bless them both! 🥰

The program was an absolute hit with the kids… although judging by this photo, we’re not entirely sure who enjoyed it more. 🙌🏻

Zhoe just may have been having just as much fun as our little participants!

This is what disability support should look like.

Connection, trust, laughter, care and people who genuinely love what they do. 🥰

We’re very lucky to have you, Zhoe. 🙏🏻

29/09/2026

What can an Occupational Therapist actually help with under the NDIS?

It’s a question we get asked a lot!

Our Occupational Therapist Emma works with NDIS participants to help make everyday life easier, safer and more independent.

This can include things like:
✨ Functional Capacity Assessments & reports
✨ Daily living skills such as cooking, personal care and household tasks
✨ Assistive technology & equipment
✨ Home modification assessments
✨ Building independence & confidence
✨ Developing routines & practical strategies
✨ Helping identify what supports someone needs in their everyday life
✨ Working towards individual NDIS goals

But OT at MDSS isn’t just about assessments and reports.

We also offer Capacity Building with our Allied Health Assistants.

Our AHAs work under the guidance of our OT to help participants practise skills, build independence and work towards their goals in a practical and engaging way.

And for the kids, we run our school holiday Capacity Building workshops. These are designed to make learning skills fun! Kids can work on things like independence, social skills, emotional regulation, communication, confidence and everyday life skills while actually enjoying themselves.

We love seeing kids and adults with disabilities engaged, having fun and learning without it feeling like another appointment.

That’s what OT & Capacity Building at MDSS is all about. Helping people build skills they can use in everyday life.

If you’re looking for NDIS Occupational Therapy, Allied Health Assistant Capacity Building programs or school holiday workshops in Mildura, get in touch with our team.

Awarded the Best Disability Support in Mildura 2026, Mildura Disability Support Services are committed to helping individuals live better in Mildura. With programs tailored to meet diverse needs. MDSS also plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those in our community.

29/09/2026

Attention: Unpaid Carers

Bendigo Health Carer Support Services is hosting a free Murray River Paddle Steamer Cruise for unpaid carers on Tuesday 13 October 2026, from 10.30am–1pm, departing from Mildura Wharf.

If you know or work with unpaid carers who may enjoy the opportunity to come along, we’d really appreciate you forwarding the attached flyer to them or sharing the booking link below.

Spaces are limited and bookings are essential.

Book here: www.bendigohealth.org.au/css/events

RSVPs close Monday 5 October 2026.

Thank you for helping us spread the word and reach unpaid carers in our community.

28/09/2026

For MDSS, disability support has never been just a business.

Our Director, Narelle, is a mum to 3 kids with disabilities, so she understands firsthand how important the right support, the right people and the right opportunities can be.

It’s personal to us.

We genuinely want to help people with disabilities live their best lives, feel good about themselves and be supported by people who truly care.

And living your best life doesn’t only mean getting out into the community and doing fun things.

Sometimes making a difference is much closer to home.

It’s helping someone with their personal care in a way that protects their dignity and makes them feel comfortable and confident.

It’s helping with meals, routines and everyday life.

It’s supporting someone with high or complex needs to feel safe and well cared for in their own home.

It’s taking the time to do someone’s hair, help them choose an outfit, have a laugh together and help them feel wonderful about themselves. 💙

Those everyday moments matter just as much.

That understanding runs right through our team.

From Narelle, to our General Manager Toni, our Systems Coordinator Lachie, (the little guy here having an absolute ball 😂), and our amazingly caring and fun support worker team.🤩

We love helping.

Whether it’s personal care at home, supporting someone with high needs, building independence or getting out and having an adventure, we love knowing that what we do can genuinely make someone’s day and make a difference in their life.

That’s what MDSS is all about. 💙

13/09/2026

NDIS funding cuts are hitting families hard. 💔

For parents and carers, opening a new NDIS plan and seeing that Core funding has been slashed can be absolutely devastating.

Because those numbers on a plan aren’t just numbers.

They can mean fewer hours of support. Less community access. Less independence for the participant. And for already exhausted parents and carers, it can mean taking on even more themselves.

We know many families are looking at their plans right now wondering, “How are we supposed to make this work?”

But there may be some hope and another option you haven’t considered. 💗

Did you know that some participants may be able to use their Capacity Building funding to access structured sessions with our Allied Health Assistants, under the direction of our allied health team?

At our MDSS Buronga Hub, we can deliver workshops, programs and therapy-based sessions focused on building real skills, independence, confidence and participation.

This could be for children or adults, and supports can be designed around the participant’s individual NDIS goals.

Capacity Building funding can’t simply replace Core funding, and it needs to be used appropriately. But for some participants, there may be opportunities sitting within their plan that families simply don’t know are available.

Before assuming there are no other options, talk to us.

Reach out to the MDSS team and let’s explore what’s in your participant’s plan and whether our Capacity Building programs could work for them. 💙💚🧡💗

09/09/2026

School holidays are coming up and we’ve put together a pretty cool program at MDSS! 🙌

Our Capacity Building Workshops from 21/9/26 to 2/10/26 inclusive, are all about getting out, trying new things, building confidence and independence, developing social skills and having some fun along the way.

The program is overseen by our Occupational Therapist, Emma, which means NDIS Capacity Building funding may be able to be used for participants where the activities align with their goals and funding.

And we’re not limiting this one to kids. 😊

Our workshops are open to school-aged participants and adults who would love something fun, social and engaging to do during the school holidays.

There’s swimming, Laser Force, cooking, art, farm visits, Monash Adventure Park, fishing, a day camp, scavenger hunts and more.

If you’re wondering whether this could work for your child, family member or someone you support, give our team a call and have a chat with us.

Who’s ready for school holidays? 🙌

30/08/2026

These are the moments where I just want to stop time. 🥰

My son.
Body = 19 years old.
Mind = 4 years old.

He was my inspiration to start MDSS. ❤️

Not a client of MDSS.

But the heart and soul of why we are here just the same. 🌟

25/08/2026

🚨 SCHOOL HOLIDAY BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN! 🚨

Get ready for an action-packed MDSS School Holiday Program running from 21 September – 2 October! 🌟

Our program is all about getting out, trying new things, building confidence and having an unforgettable school holiday experience. 💙

✨ WHAT'S ON?
🎨 Creative & hands-on activities
🌈 Fun community outings & adventures
🤝 Opportunities to make new friends
🎯 Developing social and life skills
💪 Building confidence & independence

🎟️ PLACES ARE LIMITED — GET IN TOUCH TODAY!

📞 Phone: 0497 173 572
📧 Email: [email protected]

⚠️ Please note: The School Holiday Program will not operate on Friday 25 September due to the Victorian Public Holiday. Outdoor activities are subject to weather conditions and may be modified if required.

✨ Secure your spot and make these school holidays one to remember! ✨