Innovative Community Care

26/08/2026

WOW, how cool is the new 'Little Library' at the State Library of SA! 📚

Designed for kids 0–11 and built to be welcoming and accessible.

🔹 Interactive & Sensory Play: Combines books with hands-on play, sensory discovery, and storytelling areas.
🔹 Brain & Literacy Boost: Built using research from Words Grow Minds to make learning through play easy for every child.

Best of all, it's 100% free to visit and borrow books through the City of Adelaide library system. The space is located entirely on the ground floor of the library's Spence Wing! 📚

22/08/2026

Where do you go when you or someone you support suddenly becomes unwell? 😐

When it’s after hours or you’re away from home, it isn’t always obvious and in that moment you shouldn’t have to work it out from scratch. 🏥

We’ve put together a simple, save-able guide to getting the right care across Adelaide. This includes emergency, urgent care, pharmacy, health advice and communication support broken down by area: South, North, West and the Adelaide Hills.

A few things worth knowing:
• In an emergency, always call 000.
• Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are walk-in, no appointment, bulk-billed — for urgent things that aren’t life-threatening.
• Priority Care Centres also help, but by referral (through an emergency department, SA Ambulance or a GP).
• SA has four 24/7 pharmacies statewide.

Save this post and share it with your team, family, or the people you support. It matters most when things move fast you don’t have to navigate it alone. 🫶🏼

13/08/2026

NDIS UPDATE: A small check today might save time on your next NDIS call.

The NDIA announced additional identity checks on 10 August 2026 to strengthen the protection of participant information against fraud and identity misuse.

What does this mean for you?

When you contact the NDIS, you might be asked to confirm a one-time code sent to the mobile number or email address recorded on your account.

The NDIA might also complete these checks when calling you if you ask them to update personal information. Additional security questions might apply in some circumstances.

A useful step to take now:

Check whether your mobile number and email address are current.

Participants and approved nominees should update their contact information through the NDIS participant portals. Providers should update their details through the myplace provider portal.

Keeping your details current should help make the identity-check process smoother when you next need to speak with the NDIS.

Please share this update with an NDIS participant, family member, nominee, support coordinator or provider who might find the reminder useful.

For allied health enquiries, including Psychology and Positive Behaviour Support, speak with Arise Allied Health on 0481 092 861.

Read the official NDIS update: https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/11623-extra-checks-help-protect-your-information

09/08/2026

How incredible is this!

♿🏖️ A new beach access mat will be trialled at Christies Beach this summer, helping make it easier for people with disability, reduced mobility and others to reach the hard sand and water’s edge.

The temporary mat will be installed at the base of the Beach Road access ramp, complementing the existing accessible pathway. Installation is expected to begin in November and take approximately one week.

Council will assess how the mat performs in local beach conditions and gather community feedback to help inform future accessible beach infrastructure. 🌊

You can find more information and follow the project for updates here:
https://yoursay.onkaparinga.sa.gov.au/trialling-beach-access-mat-christies-beach

08/08/2026

🌧️ Rainy Sunday ☔

If you are looking for exciting, accessible, and FREE or LOW-COST indoor activities to do today, we’ve put a little list together for you. Many of these amazing venues also accept the Companion Card, meaning accompanying carers can join in for free! 💳

Here are some top picks for all ages to check out today:
🧒 For the Kids (Ages 7-13):
- Inflatable World: Burn off that rainy-day energy! These massive indoor playgrounds are all-inclusive and offer autism-friendly sessions.
- Melba's Chocolate Factory (Woodside): Free entry! The factory is laid out with a simple format and wide aisles to easily accommodate wheelchairs and mobility aids, making it a perfectly sweet, multi-sensory adventure.

📱 For the Teens (Ages 14-18):
- AFL Max: An epic indoor footy, bouldering, and interactive gaming centre. They offer wheelchair access, sessions for special needs groups, and accept the Companion Card for an affordable day out.
- MOD. (North Terrace): Completely free entry! This futuristic museum has a dedicated Multi-Access Suite (with a height-adjustable hydraulic table), and the staff are trained in autism awareness.

☕ For the Adults (Ages 18+):
- State Library of South Australia (Mortlock Wing): Free entry. Escape the rain in one of the world's most beautiful libraries. It features seamless lift access, height-adjustable tables, and CCTV text magnifiers.
- Art Gallery of South Australia: Free entry! AGSA offers free wheelchair hire, new access lifts, and inclusive ways to experience the art, including Auslan, Audio Described, and Plain English guides.

We have gathered this information from Google, make sure before you head off that confirm either with the venue or company about the above information.

Have a fantastic day!

🏘️ Innovative Community Care
📧 [email protected]

07/08/2026

At Innovative Community Care, our goal is to support our community and create meaningful connections. But to do that best, we need your input!

We're planning our upcoming groups, activities, and programs, and we want to offer what you are truly interested in. Whether it's developing new skills, staying active, exploring creative hobbies, or simply connecting with others, we want to know what you’d love to see us offer.

Tell us: What activities, groups, or programs do you want to see added to Innovative Community Care?
Are you interested in:

🎨 Creative Arts & Crafts classes? (e.g., painting, pottery)
🧘 Wellness? (e.g., gentle yoga, walking groups)
🎲 Social Connection? (e.g., game nights, coffee meetups)
💻 Skill-building? (e.g., digital literacy, cooking classes)
🌳 Outdoor activities/Outings? (e.g., zoo, mini golf)
❓ Something else entirely?

Comment your ideas below ⬇️ or send us a message! Your feedback directly helps us create the supportive and engaging community you want!

Innovative Community Care
📍McLaren Vale, SA
📧 [email protected]

03/08/2026

📢 Service Update: Phone Lines Down

Please be advised that our main landline is currently experiencing technical issues and is temporarily out of service.

You can still reach our team directly by calling or texting us at:
📲 0474 023 139

We are actively working to resolve the issue and apologise for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience! 🌻

07/07/2026

WE ARE EXCITED TO SHARE ACTIVITIES ARE BACK IN AUGUST! 🌻

Join us for an exciting month packed with creativity, inclusivity, and community connection.

To book your place or ask any questions, please get in touch with our friendly team.

Call: (08) 7084 4778 or 0474 023 139
Email: [email protected]
Support: Ask your support person or support coordinator to contact us.

We can't wait to see you there! 😀

02/07/2026

01/07/2026

Is there anything better than a warm bowl of pumpkin soup? 🥣 We don’t think so!

Today, we’re sharing our absolute favourite, super-easy Pumpkin Soup recipe. It's the perfect dish for a cozy, comforting meal at home.

Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think! We’d love to know: are there any secret ingredients we should be adding? 🤫