My Supports Riverland

12/10/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow :D

01/10/2026

My Supports is hosting an SDA experience day in Essendon together with Good Housing 🏡

Step inside a newly completed SDA home and learn more about SDA, SIL and Home & Living. During this event there will be experts across the disability sector who can help you better understand how SDA works in combination with assistive technology and living supports. 🤝

You’ll be guided through the home while stopping at different areas of the house to get insights on practical insights from professionals on everyday scenarios to explore what living in SDA actually looks like. My Supports Coach Mandy Kursat and Neighbourhood Team Leader Laura Smith will be among the professionals attending the event to answer these questions. 💬

📆 7 October
Time slots:
🕛 Group 1: 12:30pm - 1:00pm
🕐 Group 2: 1:00pm - 1:30pm
🕑 Group 3: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
📍Essendon – Details will be provided before the event

Sign up here:
https://linkly.link/2tmIS

30/09/2026

What a wonderful September Coffee Club we had! 💛
The weather was absolutely perfect, making it the ideal day to enjoy a good coffee, a chat, plenty of laughs and some great company.

A big thank you to everyone who came along and helped make it such a lovely morning. It’s always fantastic to see our community coming together, connecting and enjoying some time together. 🥰

And of course… we’re already looking forward to our next Coffee Club in October! ☕️🎉

This time, in Renmark 😃

See the attached flyer for details, we’d love to see even more friendly faces join us next time!

Everyone is welcome. Come for the coffee, stay for the connection! 💙

27/09/2026

It’s International Week of Deaf People 👂

Following closely to World Sign Language Day, is the Week of the Deaf. Founded in 1958 as a special event to support the rights of deaf people. They wanted people to understand that deaf people have their own cultures, languages and ways of connecting. 🫂

About 70 million people worldwide are deaf. They face barriers to inclusion that many others do not, but communication tools like sign language can greatly improve their outcomes and reduce isolation. 🫶

Deaf people bring so much to society, and this week we pause to recognise and celebrate all they achieve. Famous examples are music composer Beethoven who wrote multiple musical masterpieces after losing his hearing at age 40, or hard of hearing engineer Thomas Edison, the inventor of the lightbulb, who thought of his disability not as a handicap but as a help so he didn’t have to participate in small talk and could concentrate on his work instead! 🎶💡

23/09/2026

It’s international Day of Sign Languages 🫶

Worldwide there are more than 300 different sign languages. Sign languages are fully fledged languages, just like spoken languages, and they’re deeply connected to culture, which is part of why so many sign languages exist. Just as English is used as an international language, sign also has an international version too, often used when travelling or for international meetings. 👋

The Australian sign language is called Auslan and is used in the home by at least 16.000 Australians. Sign language is fundamental to the deaf community for expression of their culture, identity and connection. 💛

So today we raise awareness (and maybe even take a few moments to learn a few new words in a new language!)

21/09/2026

My Supports is hosting a free Individualised Living Options (ILO) Information Sessions in Tweed Heads, NSW! 📣

ILOs are a great disability housing option but are not well understood! We will cover questions like:
👉 What is an ILO and who is it for?
👉 Type of arrangements and how is it different from a Supported Individualised Living (SIL)?
👉 The stages of ILO and how to get started

My Supports is specialised in ILO options and have over 80 implemented ILOs and a dedicated ILO team that can help you on your ILO Journey! 🤝

📅 October 14
🕙 10am - 12pm
📍 South Tweed Sports Club

Sign up here!
https://linkly.link/2t82z

17/09/2026

Recently WA Southwest Coastal Coach Gemma organised for team Busselton to engage in a morning of celebration and acknowledgement around the pivotal role in which our support workers undertake. 💪

Gemma said: "I feel that it is impossible to overstate the impact that our support workers make within our community and within client’s journeys. My Supports continues to acknowledge the importance of getting together, away from our work routine and connect more socially. This is how we become stronger as a team." 🤝

As a result, we organised for an early morning walk and talk down the iconic Busselton Jetty and then finished with chat and morning tea overlooking the pristine coastline. 🌊

Local support workers spoke candidly about how important it is to them to remain connected with Team Leaders but also each other. 🫶

15/09/2026

Do you live in Brisbane Northwest? and do you have an extra room in your house and want to contribute to your local community? Become a host! 🏡

Madison is wanting to move out of her parents place and live more independently. She's wanting to find a safe and welcoming home with a kind and encouraging host. She enjoys structure and clear communication. She works at Woolworths a few hours a day, enjoys going to the gym, ten-pin bowling and horse riding. She'd like to continue developing her cooking skills, household activities, and getting out in the community confidently. 💪

As a host you will receive weekly financial contribution for the informal support they provide as well as mutually agreeable contribution towards rent and utilities. 🪙

Want to know more or enquire? Visit our website: https://mysupports.com.au/.../host-housemate-opportunities/

10/09/2026

Tuesday 15th of Sept! All welcome!!! Look forward to seeing you there :)

10/09/2026

It is R U OK day! 💛

R U OK is an Australia-wide initiative that was initiated by Gavin Larkin who lost his dad to su***de. To try and protect other families from the pain he endured, he started his campaign with one question: “Are you OK”. 💬

People go through life’s ups and downs every day. However, a third of people don’t realise they can make by checking in with someone they care about even though 9 in 10 of those who were asked “are you OK?” report feeling grateful, cared about, and supported. 🫶

We also know 1 in 4 people hesitate to ask even when they know someone is struggling. So how do you ask? Start the conversation by commenting on changes you’ve noticed. They might have been more withdrawn, agitated or just not themselves. Listen without judgment or jumping in, encourage action by asking questions and check in later how they are going. 📞

Trust your instinct and start a conversation, because a conversation could change a life. 💪

07/09/2026

It's World Duchenne Awareness Day 💪

Duchenne is the biggest genetic killer of boys and you have probably never heard of it. 1 out of 3500 boys, and very rare girls, are born with Duchenne. As it’s caused by a fault on the dystrophin gene on the X chromosome, it mostly affects boys. 🧬

Dystrophin is a protein found in all muscles and is needed to repair muscle so people with Duchenne’s will experience progressive muscle damage and loss of muscle. It’s a progressive disease and the life expectancy is their mid 20s. About 1500 people in Australia currently live with Duchenne’s right now. 🧑‍🦽‍➡️

There is currently no cure so more research is needed to improve the lives of people with Duchenne’s so let’s raise awareness! 📣

03/09/2026

Our client Nathan plays for the Swan all abilities team and has recently played his 50th game! He’s been with the team for 3 years now but has been playing footy since 2013. 🏉

He started playing for fun of it, but nowadays he takes a lot of joy helping everyone in his team shine! The team exists of people with varying disabilities, each with their own strengths, challenges and goals. Whether it’s achieving making two goals, or just kicking the ball, he likes to help his teammates achieve them. He loves to see the smiles on their faces when they do something that is challenging for them. That makes him go back every time. 🤩

Although some players play in their set position, Nathan plays wherever he is needed, whether that is midfield or backliner. He’s happy to play any position as long as it helps the team! They train twice a week and on Thursdays enjoy a meal together afterwards which gives the opportunity to meet other people in the club. 🍝

He’s most proud of when he started playing with the Swan districts for the first time, it was a challenge for him to get into the team and he had to overcome a roadblock and grow to become a better person. 💪

Nathan’s team finished the minor premiers for the year, and they are now preparing for their first finals! Teams from suburbs all around Perth will be participating. Nathan is particularly proud as last year their team were on the bottom but they have moved to a new division and are now one of the top teams! He’s hoping that as a team they can go and win their first flag! 🏆

He encourages everyone to give all abilities footy a go! “If they want to have a game and a run, join up and look up an all abilities team that suits you! Have a go! You’ll be sure to make new friends!“ 🌟

01/09/2026

My Supports is a national provider of disability supports, with a local model. We work in a neighbourhood team model, where our team leaders and support workers live in your local area. We know your local supermarket, footy club and that new popular café that just opened! ☕🌳

Our Neighbourhood Team Leaders are at the centre of our organisation, and 70% of our staff also have personal experience with disability (e.g. have family member with a disability) which helps them understand your specific needs! 🫶

Are you looking for core supports, housing options, community access or activity groups, get in touch! To find your local Neighbourhood Team Leader, just type in your postcode and hit enter and send them an email or give them a call! 📞

👉 https://mysupports.com.au/who-we-are/meet-our-people/

25/05/2026

With so many recent changes happening across the local area and within NDIS supports, we understand how important it is to have reliable, consistent, and person-centred support around you.

We currently have capacity to welcome new participants and can also assist with staffing needs where required. Our team is committed to providing high-quality supports that are tailored to individual goals, needs, and routines.

Whether you are looking for support for yourself, a family member, or know someone needing assistance navigating these changes, we are here to help.

Please feel free to reach out to discuss current availability and how we may be able to support you. 💙

14/04/2026

A Riverland West event in Blanchetown coming up on Wednesday, 6th of May.

12/01/2026

Exciting times!! 🎉🎉🎉 Locals in the Riverland community supporting and employing locals in the Riverland community. Check us out on the website and if you have any questions, let me know.

17/11/2025

Help them develop a plan that is for you and your communities!! Register your attendance via the link for a session you can attend.

📢 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸!

Come and chat with us about what access and inclusion mean to you.

🟢 Berri – Monday, 17 November 6.30pm to 8.30pm at the Berri Senior Citizens Club
🟠 Renmark – Tuesday, 18 November 9.30am to 11.30am at the Renmark Paringa Civic Centre
🟣 Waikerie – Wednesday, 19 November 3.30pm to 5.30pm at the Waikerie Football Club
🔵 Loxton – Thursday, 20 November 9am to 11am at The Precinct.

Every effort will be made to ensure the workshops are accessible and inclusive. If you require specific assistance, please contact please contact Alice Hyde ([email protected] or 08 8373 8324).

Learn more about the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan: engagement.lwdc.sa.gov.au/DAIP

05/11/2025

Fantastic!! If you would like your voice to be heard, take the time for the survey as well as the upcoming community workshops being held in Berri, Renmark, Waikerie or Loxton.

💬 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝘆!

Our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) survey is now open. We want to know what’s working well and where we can do better to make our community more inclusive.

Take the survey here 👉 engagement.lwdc.sa.gov.au/DAIP

Surveys also available at your local council offices and libraries.

Closes Monday, 27 November.

09/10/2025

Looking forward to attending the Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo Murray Bridge tomorrow and building stronger communities for the Murray Mallee region and also connect metro and regional providers together for better outcomes for everyone in the community! Will be a great day out if you are in the area :) See you there

02/07/2025

We sat down with co-founder Jim Cairns, to hear his thoughts on the importance of lived experience and human-centred support.