Compassion Care Crew

03/02/2026

Spending this morning in the sun at the Mount Gambier Library connecting with fellow NDIS providers and clients ☀️ how amazing is the new Chapter Seventy Two Cafe? 😍

03/02/2026

You may have seen recent media about the Australian Government’s Thriving Kids initiative, here’s a clear explanation of what it is and the key facts currently known.

✨ What is Thriving Kids?

Thriving Kids is a national system of supports being developed by the Australian Government to help children aged 8 and under with developmental delay and/or autism with low to moderate support needs, and their families, carers and kin.

👶 Focus on Early Identification & support

The initiative aims to:
• Identify developmental concerns earlier when support can have the greatest impact
• Provide access to evidence-based supports in everyday environments — such as schools, early childhood services, health settings and community programs
• Help families access trusted information, advice and support tailored to their child’s needs.

💡 How It Relates to the NDIS

• Children with permanent and significant disability or high support needs will remain supported through the NDIS as usual.
• Thriving Kids is being designed as a complementary system of foundational supports outside the NDIS for children with mild to moderate needs, with the goal of supporting them earlier and more flexibly in settings that already serve children and families.

📅 Timeline & Next Steps

• The Government has committed $2 billion over five years to Thriving Kids, starting from 1 July 2026, with services expected to phase in over 12 months.
• National rollout is being developed in partnership with state and territory governments, experts, service providers and community representatives.
• Broader changes to how children access the NDIS and Thriving Kids supports are expected to evolve as the program design is finalised.

📌 Key Principles of Thriving Kids

• Earlier, evidence-based supports in places where children already live, learn and play
• Supports tailored to individual needs and family circumstances
• Children with more complex or significant lifelong needs continue to access the NDIS.

03/02/2026

🌟 We’re hiring - Millicent SA! 🌟

CCC is on the lookout for passionate Disability Support Workers based in Millicent, SA for ongoing shifts.

If you’re caring, reliable, and genuinely passionate about supporting people to live their best lives, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Please send through your resume and cover letter to hello@compassioncarecrew.com to register your interest.

29/01/2026

A splash of colour for the day 🎨

Marie spent some time colouring in today, enjoying a calm and creative moment. Activities like this are a great way to support relaxation, concentration, and self-expression, and it looks like she had a lovely time 💛

25/01/2026

🔥 Catastrophic Heat & Fire Risk – South East SA 🔥

Over the next few days, the South East of South Australia is facing catastrophic heat and fire conditions. During this time, our clients and staffs safety is our absolute priority.

We strongly encourage everyone to:
• Remain indoors with clients wherever possible
• Keep homes cool using air conditioning and fans
• Ensure appropriate, lightweight clothing is worn
• Encourage regular fluids and monitor closely for signs of heat stress
• Avoid unnecessary outings or travel

Extreme heat can escalate very quickly, particularly for vulnerable people. Please take all precautions, stay informed, and prioritise wellbeing at all times.

Stay safe and take care of one another 💛

15/01/2026

🧠 Understanding Object Permanence Impairment and Its Impact on Mealtimes 🍽️

Did you know that for some people, food disappearing from sight can feel like it’s gone forever? This is often due to object permanence impairment – the difficulty in understanding that objects continue to exist even when out of view.

This can affect a range of individuals, including those with:
* Dementia
* Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
* ADHD
* Other cognitive or developmental disabilities

How can it impact mealtimes?

* Individuals may forget about food that’s been placed out of sight
* They may appear to refuse food, when in fact they simply don’t know it’s available
* Snacks or drinks may be repeatedly requested if they are removed or hidden

Helpful strategies:
✅ Keep food and drinks visible and accessible
✅ Offer frequent small meals or snacks throughout the day
✅ Clearly label foods if possible

By understanding object permanence impairment, we can create supportive environments that reduce frustration, improve nutrition, and respect the needs of those we care for.

💡 Remember: What seems simple to us may not be obvious to someone with cognitive differences. Patience, visibility, and consistency make all the difference.

12/01/2026

💗✨ Representation matters ✨💗

How exciting is the launch of Mattel’s Autistic Barbie!? This a meaningful step toward greater inclusion and understanding.

For many autistic children and adults, seeing themselves represented in toys can help build confidence, spark conversations, and celebrate neurodiversity. Small changes like this can make a big difference in how society understands and values autistic people.

Let’s keep supporting initiatives that promote acceptance, visibility, and inclusion for everyone. 💗🎀

06/01/2026

🌟 Welcome to 2026! 🌟

We love seeing opportunities that bring people together, and our friends at Purple Orange have just shared their upcoming Cuppa & Catch-Up dates for the year ☕💬

These catch-ups are a great chance to connect, share ideas, and build community. Pop the dates in your diary so you don’t miss out!

👉 Check out Purple Orange’s post below for all the details.

Welcome to 2026......
Our dates for the Cuppa & Catchup days are below, so you can mark them in your diary now, and not miss out.
We are getting excited about our February catchup and look forward to seeing you there.

06/01/2026

☀️ Extreme Heat Warning – South Australia ☀️

South Australia is expecting extreme weather over the coming days, with temperatures forecast to reach 40°C and above - it will be particularly roaching for our Naracoorte clients, who are expecting a scorching 43 degrees tomorrow!

Please take care and remember to:
☀️Stay indoors where possible, especially during the hottest part of the day
☀️Keep hydrated and use air conditioning or fans if available
☀️Wear light, loose clothing
☀️Check in on vulnerable people, including older adults and those with disability
☀️Monitor for signs of heat stress or heat stroke, such as dizziness, nausea, headache, confusion, or excessive fatigue

If you or someone you support becomes unwell, seek medical assistance promptly.

Your safety and wellbeing are always our priority. 💛

Stay cool and take care.

31/12/2025

🎉✨ Happy New Year from Compassion Care Crew! ✨🎉

As we step into 2026, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible clients, families, support workers and community for the trust, kindness and connection you’ve shared with us throughout the past year.

Your resilience, compassion and commitment inspire our team every single day, and we are so grateful to walk alongside you in your journey.

Here’s to new beginnings, fresh goals and continued care in the year ahead. May 2026 bring you good health, happiness and moments worth celebrating 💛

From all of us at Compassion Care Crew, we wish you a safe, joyful and prosperous New Year 🥂✨

23/12/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Closure Notice ✨🎄

As we wind down for the festive season, we’d like to let our wonderful clients, families and community know that Compassion Care Crew will be closed for the Christmas break from 23rd December 2025 through to 3rd January 2026 inclusive.

During this time, our office will be closed and administrative services will be unavailable. Essential supports already scheduled will continue as planned.

If you or someone you support requires immediate assistance during this period:
🚨 In an emergency, please call 000
📞 For mental health support, contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636

We thank you for your ongoing trust and support throughout the year and wish you all a safe, peaceful and joyful Christmas 🎅✨

We look forward to supporting you again from Monday 5th January 2026 💛