ConnectAbility Australia

ConnectAbility Australia ConnectAbility Australia believes every person is entitled to the best life possible. We want participants to enjoy a brighter and more enjoyable environment

ConnectAbility encompassing Early Links is a Newcastle/Hunter-based NFP providing Supported Independent Living & Youth Services, Community and program support, Allied Health & Teaching, and Plan Management & Support Coordination. We treat each person as an individual and understand and acknowledge that you come to us with a history and a desired future. ConnectAbility welcomes all people whatever your dreams, aspirations and goals might be.

🎉 July School Holiday Groups – Kurri Kurri Clinic 🎉We’re excited to offer two fun and engaging group programs these July...
12/06/2026

🎉 July School Holiday Groups – Kurri Kurri Clinic 🎉
We’re excited to offer two fun and engaging group programs these July school holidays, designed to help children build confidence, connect with others, and learn new skills in a supportive environment.

🧱 Join our Block Builders Group, where children can explore, create, and connect through hands-on building activities. We work together to build exciting structures like towers, bridges, or even whole cities, before exploring ideas through free play. The group supports communication, teamwork, and confidence in a relaxed setting, with a short sharing time at the end to celebrate each child’s creation.
✨ Suitable for children who enjoy hands-on and creative play
✨ Supports social skills, language development, and problem-solving
✨ No experience needed—just bring your imagination!

📅 When: Thursdays 9th and 16 July | 10:00 – 11:30am
📍 Where: Kurri Kurri Clinic (110 Lang Street, Kurri Kurri)

🍳 Join our fun Let’s Get Cooking! group and work together with peers to build confidence in the kitchen.
This group provides a supportive and engaging environment where children can explore food and develop practical life skills.
✨ Focus areas include:
Food exposure in a fun and neutral environment
Language and social skills
Basic kitchen and meal preparation skills
Executive functioning
Activities of Daily Living
Kitchen safety

📅 When: Wednesdays 8th and 15th July | 10:00 – 11:30am
📍 Where: Kurri Kurri Clinic

📩 Get in touch: If you are interested in your child attending either group, please submit your expression of interest via the Early Links website or contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 4962 1000

🎉 Friday Fun Day Spotlight 🎉At ConnectAbility, we’re lucky to have 226 incredible Disability Support Workers across our ...
12/06/2026

🎉 Friday Fun Day Spotlight 🎉

At ConnectAbility, we’re lucky to have 226 incredible Disability Support Workers across our 23 properties, and today we’re shining the spotlight on one of them ✨

👏 Meet Donna, one of our newer Support Workers who has been part of the ConnectAbility team for the past 12 months. She has four years' experience in the disability sector and brings with her a wealth of experience from the aged care sector. Donna has recently achieved something amazing - completing both a Cert III and Cert IV in Disability Support back-to-back 🙌

“I wanted to share my excitement… It’s been a long 20 months of in-class and remote learning, but it's an achievement I’m happy I’ve completed.”

💬 Donna says what she loves most is: “Giving back and seeing the difference I can make to someone.”

And that’s exactly the kind of passion that makes our team so special ❤️

At ConnectAbility, many people choose our services because of what sets our team apart:
✔️ Trust in our staff
✔️ High-quality, skilled support
✔️ A genuine commitment to safety and wellbeing

Donna embodies all of these - and more. We’re so proud to support all our team members who, like Donna, are committed to learning, growing and making a real difference every day.

🏡 Looking for a place to call home, supported by experienced and caring staff?
Call our Supported Independent Living team on 02 4962 1000 (option 3 then 3 again) or visit connectability.org.au/services/supported-independent-living/

🎊 Congratulations, Donna - your dedication truly matters!

What a weekend for the Maitland Opens Women’s team, taking out the NSW NSW Senior State Titles!Shoutout to our own Syd...
11/06/2026

What a weekend for the Maitland Opens Women’s team, taking out the NSW NSW Senior State Titles!

Shoutout to our own Sydney Slade (one of the players and a Physiotherapist in our Early Links division) and Jordyn Constable (assistant coach and Operations Lead for our supported independent living homes).👏

We love seeing our team pursuing passions outside of work, building skills, confidence and energy that shine through in everything they do. 💜Incredible effort from an unstoppable team. Find out more about the servuces we offer at https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0YRP70; https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0YRNn0; https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0YR-X0

The ConnectAbility Little Chefs Club kids have been busy building confidence and developing practical food skills throug...
10/06/2026

The ConnectAbility Little Chefs Club kids have been busy building confidence and developing practical food skills through a range of hands-on cooking activities.

Over the past two weeks, we've made an assortment of fruit and vegetable smoothies and some delicious beef nachos. Most importantly, these cooking experiences provide opportunities for children to learn about nutrition while developing important life skills such as:
✨ Following instructions
✨ Food preparation and kitchen safety
✨ Fine motor skills
✨ Independence and confidence
✨ Social interaction and teamwork
✨ Exploring and engaging with a variety of foods

Whether it's grating vegetables, blending smoothies, or assembling their own meals, every activity is designed to support positive food experiences in a fun and supportive environment.
We love seeing participants take pride in their creations, develop new skills, and build confidence around food each week. 🌟

Looking for support with your child's nutrition, food variety, cooking skills, or confidence around food? Our Paediatric dietitians provide individual and group-based services tailored to each child's needs and goals.

If you are interested in joining our Little Chef's Club in Term 3 or 4 fill out the following questionnaire 🙂 Expression of Interest - Little Chefs Club Survey (https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0YNLH0)

⏰ Final month to support local legends while making a real difference in our community!We're proud to partner with the i...
04/06/2026

⏰ Final month to support local legends while making a real difference in our community!

We're proud to partner with the incredible team at Clarke & Co Estate Agents, a local business that shares our commitment to giving back and creating positive outcomes for people across the Hunter and Newcastle region. 💜

Why Clarke & Co?
✨ Founded by locals Nick and Taylah Clarke in 2021, they have quickly grown to a prominent real estate agency
✨Their team are spread across Maitland and Newcastle providing a deep understanding of local market knowledge
✨Nick Clarke - Clarke & Co Estate Agents - #1 Agent in AUS for Sales 2025 is known as one of Australia's top-selling real estate agents!
✨ Passionate about supporting the local community
✨ Dedicated to helping sellers maximise the value of their property

🏡 For every property referral that mentions ConnectAbility, Clarke & Co will donate $1,000 from each completed sale directly to support the people and communities we work alongside.

Know someone preparing to sell? Share this post and encourage them to mention ConnectAbility when they contact the team by reaching our to Nick and Ryan Nichols - Clarke & Co.

Every referral helps strengthen our community and supports the important work we do together. Thank you for helping us turn property sales into positive change. 💜

🎨✨ Colour us happy this Feel Good Friday!Some of our Supported Independent Living customers recently joined in the fun a...
29/05/2026

🎨✨ Colour us happy this Feel Good Friday!
Some of our Supported Independent Living customers recently joined in the fun at a local colour run, rocking their white outfits (which quickly became a vibrant rainbow!) and soaking up every bright moment 🌈

One of the highlights was connecting with the lovely team at Piggotts Pharmacy Merewether, who gifted everyone colourful wands. 💜

Funds from this special day supported Wheeling & Able, another local charity helping families of children with physical disabilities access equipment, assistive technology and resources for greater independence and wellbeing.

A beautiful reminder that strong community connections can really brighten the day, and our customers had an absolute blast waving their way through all the colour and fun! 🎉

⭐ July Holiday Dance Group! Led by a Therapist + AHA A fun, creative movement group for kids! Let your child move, groov...
27/05/2026

⭐ July Holiday Dance Group!

Led by a Therapist + AHA A fun, creative movement group for kids!
Let your child move, groove, and build confidence these school holidays. Our therapist‑led dance group blends creativity, coordination, social connection, and pure fun.
🌟 Goals Targeted
Social connection and communication
Emotional regulation
Gross motor skills
Coordination + balance
Body awareness
Following instructions + sequencing

📅 Running Tuesday 7th and Tuesday 14th July 2026, 2:30-3:30pm
📍 19 Galway Bay Drive, Ashtonfield

For bookings, please call the office (02) 4962 1000 or email [email protected]
Give your child a chance to shine, move, and connect - spots are limited!

🌈✨ It’s time to lock in your child's spot in our July school holiday cooking classes at ConnectAbility encompassing Ear...
26/05/2026

🌈✨ It’s time to lock in your child's spot in our July school holiday cooking classes at ConnectAbility encompassing Early Links Ashtonfield clinic!🙌

They’ll fill fast, so we suggest that you book in now! 👀
🗓 Monday 6 June: 10am and 12:30 available
🗓 Tuesday 7 June:10am available
🗓 Monday 13 June: 10am and 12:30 available
🗓 Tuesday 14 June: 10am available

⏰ Check the image for session times.🎉 Fun, engaging groups designed to support learning, connection and development these next school holidays.

We ALSO have school holiday availability for speech pathology assessments across all locations — Muswellbrook, Ashtonfield, Kurri and Maitland — making it a great opportunity for families who find it difficult to book appointments during the busy school term.

📲 Get in quick and book your place today! If you're new to our amazing service or simply want more information please call our team on 02 4962 1000 ( 2). 💜

This National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), we’re reminded that reconciliation starts with each of us.The 2026 ...
26/05/2026

This National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), we’re reminded that reconciliation starts with each of us.

The 2026 theme, “All In,” calls on every Australian to step forward, because meaningful change happens when we listen, learn, and take action together.

At ConnectAbility, we believe in the power of community, connection, and respect. We’re committed to creating spaces where every person feels valued, heard, and empowered to achieve their goals. We're "all in," today and every day 💜

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26 Warabrook Drive
Warabrook, NSW
2304

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61249621000

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