Sunflower Support

18/10/2025

This is something that has been in discussion this week in our house. Our Autistic babies don't see the "grey area" or how to deliver an answer without truth, even if it hurts a person.
This weekend, we are grateful for speaking the truth and knowing our family will unpack it with us if it looks a little messy.

15/10/2025

NDIS support could have saved Jack.

Jack Westren was just 25.
He lived with a brain injury since he was eight years old.
He did everything right — but the system didn’t.

His mother begged the NDIS for extra support so Jack wouldn’t be left alone.

Those pleas were ignored.

Jack was waiting for his brother outside Shellharbour Train Station when he was allegedly stabbed to death by a group of teenagers.

His stepfather said it best:

“If he had that support in place, he would have at least had a carer with him.”

The NDIS is supposed to protect people like Jack — not fail them.
This isn’t just a story about violence.
It’s about neglect, bureaucracy, and a young man who should still be alive today.

We owe Jack — and every family who’s been ignored — more than thoughts and prayers.
We owe them change. ⚖️

https://7news.com.au/news/five-more-teens-charged-with-murder-over-alleged-fatal-stabbing-of-jack-westren-outside-shellharbour-train-station-in-illawarra-region-nsw-c-20357570

23/09/2025

New Program Alert

🌻🎬 Stream Club – Where Binge Watchers Belong 🎬🌻
Do you love binge-watching TV shows and movies, and want to share your passion with others?
Can you access the Healthy Futures Hub in Seaford?
💡 Developed and Delivered by Sunflower Support – Stream Club is an inclusive, neuro-affirming social group designed for adults who are ready to connect, create, and chat about everything TV and Film!
✨ What makes Stream Club special?
✅ A safe, welcoming space to meet like-minded peers
✅ Fun reviews and discussions on your favourite shows & films
✅ Opportunities to create content under fun aliases for our group page
✅ Guided wellbeing check-ins and safe communication support
✅ A creative, inclusive program tailored for NDIS participants
Whether you’re into fantasy, rom-coms, true crime, or superheroes—there’s a spot on the couch for you at Stream Club. 🍿
📍 Healthy Futures Hub- East Rd Seaford
🗓 Tuesdays from 5:00pm to 7:00pm starting October 21st
🔢1:5 ratio
👉 If you or someone you know would love to join Stream Club, get in touch today to learn more and secure a place!
Register Expressions of Interest 👉
https://www.sunflowersupport.net/programs-by-sunflower-support

🌐 Learn more about Stream Club 👉 https://www.sunflowersupport.net/stream-club

21/09/2025

There is hope for our future, we just need to model this approach for the next generation to observe and normalise. It's truly not a difficult task to create a revolution, we just have to come together and agree that the future needs to look brighter- and it begins with an act of kindness, a confidence in knowing kindness will guide the action in all the right ways and creating a moment that models this kind choice for the community to observe and normalise. Stay Kindly Curious 🌻

13/09/2025

The unspoken understanding through lived experience creates a beautiful sense of belonging.

10/09/2025

This explains it!

via Feeding Littles

26/08/2025

Michael is AWESOME.

Initially appearing on ABCs ‘Love on the Spectrum’, Michael Theo has built himself a diverse career. 🙌🏼

'My true purpose is being an actor and spreading awareness of my lived experience on the spectrum.'

'Working as an autism consultant allows me to share my story so that other people on the spectrum can accomplish their dreams and goals,' he says.

'If you're going to do something you want to do but you feel too nervous, just take it step by step.'

In addition to his television appearances, Michael is a public speaker, podcast host, voiceover artist, advocate and consultant.

📷 Image: ABC News

01/08/2025

Every child needs a champion 🏆

30/07/2025

A handy tool 🔧

Did you know we have a planning meeting checklist? 📝

It has everything you need to help you prepare, including what you should bring to your planning meeting.

Learn more at: https://ow.ly/MLGN50Wv2f1

16/07/2025

I think this one speaks for itself.

Em 🌈