New England Support Services

24/04/2026

Today, we pause.

To remember the courage, sacrifice, and mateship of those who served and continue to serve.

ANZAC Day is a time for reflection, respect, and gratitude.

At NESS, we honour the values that shape our communities
care, resilience, and looking out for one another.

Lest we forget. 🌺

23/04/2026

Such a great local opportunity for our community 👏

We’ll be organising a supported group (possibly two) to attend the upcoming open day at the Armidale Fire Station 🚒

It’s a chance to get out, learn something new, and have a bit of fun in a safe and supported way.

If you or someone you support would be keen to come along, reach out to us and we’ll help make it happen 😊

Open Day is back. Saturday 9 May, 10am to 2pm.

Fire stations across NSW are throwing the roller doors open and inviting you in for a closer look behind the scenes at Fire and Rescue NSW.

Expect live demonstrations, a close-up look at the trucks and gear, and the chance to meet your local crews. Families welcome, questions encouraged, free giveaways on offer.

Head to fire.nsw.gov.au/openday to see which stations are taking part and plan your visit.

23/04/2026

Looking for a structured, supportive day program in Armidale?

We’ve got capacity available at the NESS Hub 🙌

✔ Skill building and independence
✔ Experienced, genuine support staff
✔ Accessible, welcoming space
✔ Real activities people actually enjoy

Our day program runs Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm and is built around helping people grow confidence, skills and connection.

We keep things practical, social and tailored to each person.

If you’re a support coordinator, family member or participant and want to learn more, we’d love to chat.

📞 Call us on (02) 6707 2834
💬 Or send us a message to get started

Spots are limited and we’re already taking referrals.

04/04/2026

Happy Easter from all of us at NESS 🐣

Whether today is about family, chocolate, faith, or just a long weekend…

We hope it’s a good one.

And if you're working, supporting, or caring for someone today, thank you.
What you do matters 🤍

02/04/2026

Today can mean different things to different people.

For some, it’s a day of faith and reflection.
For others, it’s simply a quiet pause in a busy week.

Either way, it’s a chance to slow down.

To check in with yourself.
To check in with someone else.

We hope today brings a bit of calm, whatever it looks like for you 🤍

02/04/2026

Today is World Autism Awareness Day 💙

At NESS, awareness isn’t just about understanding autism
It’s about listening, adapting, and showing up the right way

Every person we support experiences the world differently
Our job is not to change that
It’s to support it

That might look like:
• Adjusting how we communicate
• Creating calm, safe environments
• Being patient when things feel overwhelming
• Celebrating strengths, not just supporting challenges

We’re proud to be part of a community that values inclusion here in Armidale and across New England

Real support starts with real understanding

💬 What’s something you wish more people understood about autism?

30/03/2026

Not every win is a big one.

Sometimes it’s getting out of the house
Trying something new
Or just having a good day 👍

We see these moments every day
And they matter more than people realise

What’s a small win you’ve had lately?

27/03/2026

We’re proud to be part of the New England community!

Every day, our team supports people across Armidale, Uralla, Guyra and Tamworth to live more independent, connected and confident lives.

Being local means we understand the community, the people, and what good support should look like.

We love what we do, and we’re proud to do it here.

25/03/2026

The difference is the people.

Good support doesn’t happen by accident.
It comes from having the right team, the right attitude, and people who genuinely care about the work they do.

At NESS, we’re proud of the team we’ve built.
People who show up, look out for each other, and always put our participants first.

That’s what makes the real difference.

23/03/2026

Good support isn’t just turning up.

Good support means listening.
It means patience.
It means knowing when to step in, and when to step back.

At NESS, we believe the right support worker can make a huge difference in someone’s confidence, independence, and quality of life.

That’s why we focus on matching the right people, not just filling shifts.

What do you think makes a great support worker?

20/03/2026

Friday afternoons done right 👍

Our Friday social group kicked off this afternoon with a game of tennis before heading back to the Armidale Hub for pizza and a movie night.

These afternoons are all about getting out, staying active, building friendships, and finishing the week on a good note.

We love seeing everyone relax, have fun, and enjoy time together.

What’s your perfect Friday afternoon?

18/03/2026

📸 Meet the Team – Sam

We’d like to introduce Sam, one of our awesome support workers here at NESS!

Sam loves helping clients work towards their goals, whether it’s something big like chasing a dream or just the small everyday wins. He enjoys being part of the day-to-day support too, from helping with meals and personal care to getting out into the community or teaching new skills that make life easier and more enjoyable.

He’s passionate about listening to people’s stories and supporting them with real care, compassion and respect. Sam puts a lot of value on family and always tries to treat everyone the way he would want to be treated, with kindness, empathy and basic decency.

Outside of work, sport is a huge part of Sam’s life. He loves basketball, follows the NRL closely, and enjoys spending time with friends and family. He’s also got a bit of a collection hobby, with coins, basketball cards and NRL trading cards keeping him busy when he’s not on shift.

We’re lucky to have you on the team, Sam 👏