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Different Abilities SA Hello, my name is Mel, and I am the Director of Different Abilities SA. Our goal is to help everyone live their best life. 🫶🏼

Along with our incredible team, we are dedicated to caring for, assisting, and empowering people with different abilities.

Support work is about more than just checking off tasks. Good support doesn't just look after the day, it uplifts the pe...
21/10/2026

Support work is about more than just checking off tasks. Good support doesn't just look after the day, it uplifts the person living it 🫶🏻

Every day, support workers and mentors have real impact on how a person feels about themselves and their life. Here's what that looks like for us:
✨ Community access: getting out of the house and being part of the world
✨ Socialisation: friendships, connection and a sense of belonging
✨ Self-care in daily living: routines that help someone feel well and cared for
✨ Working towards goals: every small win builds confidence and purpose
✨ Professional help: supporting people to book and get to psychology appointments

Isolation, low mood and feeling stuck can creep in quietly. Regular, consistent support is often what helps someone reconnect, feel capable and reach out sooner.

Real support isn't just getting through the day. It's helping someone feel like themselves again. 💛

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to your GP or call Lifeline on 13 11 14, any time.

Living with MND means daily care looks different. 🫶🏻For our participant there is minimal use of her arms or legs, so eve...
18/10/2026

Living with MND means daily care looks different. 🫶🏻
For our participant there is minimal use of her arms or legs, so every part of the day is done together, from getting up and moving safely to personal care, communication and PEG feeding.
That takes:
✨ Skill and confidence with every task
✨ Patience as a team
✨ Care that respects dignity and choice
✨ Knowing the person, not just the routine
✨ Making space for what still brings joy
Because after all the hard stuff, the routines, the equipment and the long days, there's still time to sit out in the sun, feel the warmth on your face and just be. ☀️
Real care isn't just about what we do to support someone... It's helping to make sure life still has room for joy 💛

15/10/2026

A day out at the Royal Adelaide Show for Hannah! 🎡💛
We supported Hannah to make the most of her day at the Show, from getting on the rides and enjoying all the excitement to having a beautiful henna tattoo done. 🎠✨ It’s all about supporting people to get out, try the things they want to try and enjoy memorable experiences in their community."

11/10/2026

Showtime fun for Mel, Tianna and Zali at the Royal Adelaide Show! 🎡🎠 From getting out amongst the excitement to trying new things together, days like these are all about fun, connection and making great memories. 💛

A new chapter has begun for one of our participants at Different Abilities SA! 💛Zali has started volunteering at Bolton ...
08/10/2026

A new chapter has begun for one of our participants at Different Abilities SA! 💛
Zali has started volunteering at Bolton Clarke Aged Care, and her journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Zali grows in confidence, skills and independence every week. 🌟

Our team has supported Zali every step of the way and couldn't be more proud. A huge thank you to the Bolton Clarke team for welcoming her so warmly. Zali, we're so proud of you! 👏

Some days living with a disability can feel like uncertainty, overwhelm, heaviness, fear, struggle and anxiety. 💛But fee...
06/10/2026

Some days living with a disability can feel like uncertainty, overwhelm, heaviness, fear, struggle and anxiety. 💛

But feelings are not permanent. The hard moments will pass.

Be patient with yourself. Celebrate the small wins. Ask for support when you need it, and remember—you don’t have to navigate the difficult days alone.

At Different Abilities SA, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, supported and valued. 🫶🏼

One moment. One day. One step at a time. 🌿

04/10/2026

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💛 October is ADHD Awareness Month 💛This is for every Aussie child with ADHD who has ever wondered:“Why can’t I be like e...
02/10/2026

💛 October is ADHD Awareness Month 💛

This is for every Aussie child with ADHD who has ever wondered:
“Why can’t I be like everyone else?”

For the child who struggles to sit still in class.
Who forgets instructions or loses their belongings.
Who hears “pay attention” or “just try harder” far too often.
Who puts in so much effort, yet still feels like they’re falling behind.

You are not less intelligent.
You are not less capable.
And you are absolutely not less worthy.

Australians such as comedian, singer and writer Em Rusciano, and fitness trainer and entrepreneur Kayla Itsines, have publicly shared their ADHD diagnoses—helping others feel understood and less alone. (abc.net.au, shows.acast.com)

Your brain works differently, and you deserve support that understands how you learn, think and feel.

Maybe you’ll find your spark on the footy oval.
Through art, music or dance.
Building things, writing stories, caring for animals or helping others.

You don’t have to be famous, win medals or get perfect marks to matter. You are already enough.

To every child with ADHD who doubts themselves:
There is so much about you that the world hasn’t discovered yet.

Keep exploring.
Ask for help.
Find the people who understand you.
Take the time you need to discover what you enjoy.

Some days will be hard. On those days, you still deserve patience, kindness and people in your corner.

We’ll be right here cheering you on. 💛

Different doesn’t mean less.

01/10/2026

David had a great time getting up close with the kangaroos, supported by Ruby! 🦘🐨 At Different Abilities SA, we support people to get out into the community, explore their interests and enjoy experiences that are meaningful to them. ✨

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