Access Abilities Disability & Aged Care Services

26/08/2026

Welcome Kira to the Access Abilities Team 🎉☺️

25/08/2026

Casual Work Available

We need you! 👋

Looking for casual work? We’re currently looking for people to join our team.

Get in touch today to find out more and see if it’s the right fit for you!

24/08/2026

27/07/2026

Hi everyone,

I'd like to introduce you to this beautiful little girl, **Stevie**, who we had the absolute pleasure of meeting just three weeks ago.

Since the day she was born, Stevie has been fighting for her life. Born at just **27 weeks and 6 days**, she entered the world tiny but incredibly determined, already showing the strength of a true little warrior.

At only **9 days old**, Stevie developed severe full-body sepsis and suffered multiple brain bleeds. Since then, she has undergone an incredible **11 surgeries**, including **four brain surgeries** and bowel surgery. Stevie also lives with **Cerebral Palsy** and has spent the past two years in and out of hospital receiving the specialist care she needs.

This coming **Friday**, Stevie will undergo yet another major operation to **reconstruct her skull**. The surgery is expected to take **between 8 and 14 hours** if everything goes to plan, followed by approximately **four weeks of recovery in hospital**.

As you can imagine, this is an incredibly difficult time for Stevie and her family. Her parents also have another young baby at home and are facing the added financial burden of paying to stay close to Stevie throughout her hospital recovery so they can be by her side every step of the way.

If you are in a position to help, no matter how big or small, it would mean the world to this beautiful family. Every donation helps ease the financial pressure so they can focus on what matters most—being there for their little girl.

Please consider donating if you can, and if you're unable to donate, sharing their GoFundMe would be just as appreciated.

Thank you for helping support this incredibly brave little warrior and her family. 💜
https://gofund.me/6ff904ae8

25/07/2026

What a day! ❤️

Today was the first time we have ever hosted an event of this scale, and what an achievement it was. While the weather certainly wasn't on our side—with freezing temperatures, strong winds, and unfortunately a few gazebo casualties—it didn't stop so many amazing people from coming out to support the **Access Abilities Christmas in July Inclusion Day**.

We welcomed approximately **600 people** through the gates today. While it wasn't quite the number we had hoped for, it was still an incredible turnout, and we are so grateful to everyone who attended.

A huge thank you to all of our wonderful stallholders and food trucks who braved the blistering cold and windy conditions to support this event. Your dedication and commitment did not go unnoticed. We think if we host this event again in the future, it might just have to be in warmer weather! ☀️

A very special shout-out goes to **Inclusive Artz**, who stepped in without hesitation to save the day when our DJ had to pull out at the last minute. Your generosity and willingness to help meant so much to us, and we will be forever grateful.

Thank you also to all of the disability service providers who brought their participants along to enjoy a day out in the community. Seeing everyone connecting, smiling, and enjoying themselves made all the hard work worthwhile. We truly hope you all had a wonderful day.

Finally, thank you to every volunteer, supporter, sponsor, and every single person who came along. Events like this are only possible because of an amazing community coming together.

24/07/2026

🎅 One More Sleep🎅

🎄❄️ ACCESS ABILITIES CHRISTMAS IN JULY INCLUSION DAY ❄️🎄
📅 Saturday 25 July 2026
📍 Maitland Showground
⏰ 9:00am – 4:00pm
Join us for a day filled with fun, laughter, community spirit, and inclusion as we celebrate the Access Abilities Christmas in July Inclusion Day!
This exciting community event is all about bringing people together, creating connections, and celebrating inclusion for all. Whether you're young, young at heart, living with a disability, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for a fantastic family day out, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!
✨ On the day you'll find:
🎤 Live Entertainment
🍔 Delicious Food Trucks
🛍️ Market & Craft Stalls
🎨 Face Painting
🎠 Rides & Side Shows
🎁 Showbags
🐾 Pet-Friendly Fun
🎟️ Raffles & Prizes
🎄 Christmas Cheer in the Middle of Winter!
Bring your family, friends, neighbours, and even your furry friends (on a lead please!) and enjoy a day celebrating community, diversity, and inclusion.
💙💚🧡 About Access Abilities Disability & Aged Care Services
Access Abilities is a locally owned and operated provider proudly supporting people throughout the Maitland, Newcastle, and Hunter Region. Our mission is simple – to create opportunities for people to live independently, participate in their community, and achieve their goals.
We provide:
⭐ Day Programs
⭐ Community Access Supports
⭐ In-Home Supports
⭐ Supported Independent Living (Coming Soon)
At Access Abilities, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to feel valued, connected, and included. This event is our way of bringing the community together and showcasing what true inclusion looks like.
We can't wait to welcome everyone for a fantastic day of fun, friendship, and community spirit!

24/07/2026

Tomorrow is going to be amazing what an achievement we can not believe what an event we have put together and we are so excited to see what the day brings. Watch this space…..

23/07/2026

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS IN JULY – INCLUSION DAY IS ALMOST HERE! ✨🎄

The countdown is on, and we can't wait to welcome everyone to this fantastic community event at Maitland Showground!

Join Access Abilities Disability & Aged Care Services for a fun-filled Christmas in July – Inclusion Day, where everyone is welcome to come together for a day of connection, laughter and community spirit.

📅 Saturday, 25 July
🕘 9:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Maitland Showground (use Anzac St Gates) for entry
🎟️ Entry: Just $3

🎅 Enjoy a fantastic day featuring:
🎪 Market Stalls
🌮 Food Trucks
🎟️ Raffles
🎯 Games & Activities
🎈 Fun for all ages
💜 A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for everyone

Bring your family, friends and neighbours along to celebrate Christmas in July with a day full of entertainment, great food, shopping and community connection in My Maitland.

Come along, be included and enjoy the day! We can't wait to see all your smiling faces! 🎄❤️

22/07/2026

Flamin Weiners is coming along to Access Abilities Disability & Aged Care Services Christmas in July inclusion day on Saturday 25th
We can’t wait to say Hi to all the friendly faces and serve our yummy hotdogs