Lets Connect Support Services

24/12/2025

Christmas Eve reflections 🎄

So today is Christmas Eve, and what a year it has been within this space.

As a Managing Director, I have travelled the country this year and have now set up home in Tasmania again — while knowing I will always be commuting back to Queensland to stay connected with the team. It’s been an interesting and challenging 12 months. Burnout has touched not only myself, but some of my team as well — a reminder of just how much heart and energy goes into the work we do.

As we head toward 2026, I’m hopeful.
Right now, I’m also recovering from RSV, which has knocked me around these past couple of weeks — not the best place to be — but I’m hoping that over the coming days I’ll start to feel a little more human again.

I want to sincerely thank my amazing team who show up every single day and do truly incredible work. Your commitment, care and professionalism never go unnoticed.

I also want to thank the amazing participants and families who have reached out to us this year — for trusting us, for sharing your stories, and for allowing us to walk alongside you. You are the reason this work matters.

Thank you as well to all the wonderful people I’ve connected with throughout the year — and especially to the select few who have been part of this journey with me for the last five years. Your loyalty and belief mean more than you know.

Next year, Lets Connect will be releasing something truly amazing.
More news to come over the next few days.

Most of all, I need to thank my incredible husband, Bill — who puts up with me, my ideas, and my constant “what ifs,” and who somehow always just goes with the flow.

I hope you all have the most amazing Christmas and a safe, hopeful New Year.
Thank you for being part of our ride. 💛

22/12/2025

Map My Way
Something new is coming in the New Year. We cant wait to release it.

Life first. Community Always.

19/12/2025

We will still be trading over the Christmas period and only closed on the public holidays and weekends.

14/12/2025

What we have seen unfold at Bondi Beach is a heartbreaking tragedy and a deeply sad day for Jewish Australians and for our wider community. This time of year is meant to be one of celebration, yet instead we mourn the loss of innocent lives.

There is no place for terrorism or hatred in Australia. My heart goes out to those who were injured and to the families who are grieving unimaginable loss.

If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please reach out to the services below:
• Lifeline: Call 13 11 14 | Text 0477 13 11 14
• Kids Helpline: Call 1800 55 1800
• Beyond Blue: Call 1300 22 4636
• 1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732 | Text 0458 737 732
• 13YARN: Call 13 92 76
• MensLine Australia: Call 1300 78 99 78

You are not alone. Support is available.

13/12/2025

Something new is taking shape.

For a long time, I’ve watched people inside the disability system be told what support should look like — instead of being supported to direct it themselves.

Behind the scenes, a few of us have been working on something different.
Something grounded in lived experience, clarity, and ethical guidance — not templates or tick-boxes.

Mapping My Way is about:
• Direction, not control
• Knowledge, not dependency
• Choice, not compliance

Because people deserve to understand their options, build confidence, and map a way forward that actually fits their life.

2026 will mark the beginning of this next chapter.

If you believe people should be supported to direct their support — not be told how it must be delivered — you’ll want to stay close.

More soon.

— Sue

31/10/2025

Today some of the team had a bit of fun dressing up for Halloween in our Redcliffe office! 👻 Fridays are always a busy day for us, but it’s also a chance to wind down a little and head into the weekend with a smile.

22/10/2025

Housemate Wanted – Eastern Heights, Ipswich

A friendly and easy-going gentleman in his 60s is looking for a compatible housemate to share his beautiful cottage-style home in the peaceful suburb of Eastern Heights, Ipswich.

This is not a typical SIL house, but rather the participant’s private home. He is supported by a reliable SIL provider who has been with him for over two years, with a consistent and trusted team of support workers in place.

About the home:

Three-bedroom timber cottage with classic charm

Front verandah with approximately 7 steps

Covered area out the back for summer BBQs

Gallery style kitchen

Air conditioning in the main living area

Lovely garden, well maintained and peaceful

Rent and utilities to be shared

Housemate to furnish their own bedroom which has a cupboard for hanging clothes in.

About the current resident:
He is house proud, enjoys spending time in his garden, and loves going out with support to local clubs to catch up with friends. A fan of music—especially Scottish bagpipes—he would love to share his home with someone who appreciates similar interests and values a calm, friendly environment.

Ideal housemate:

Male or female of similar age (around 60+)

Must have 1:2 SIL funding

Respectful, tidy, and community-minded

If this sounds like the right fit, please get in touch to learn more or arrange a visit. Please email sue.letsconnect@outlook.com for more information.

10/10/2025

Mental Health Week Morning Tea 💚

This morning, Let’s Connect Support Services hosted a morning tea in recognition of Mental Health Week. It was a wonderful and successful event — filled with great conversations, connection, and awareness.

A big thank you to Ashleigh for all her hard work in making the morning tea such a success and for providing fantastic resources that helped spark meaningful discussions. 🌿

Mental health is important for everyone, and creating opportunities like this to come together, share experiences, and link in with local services makes such a difference.

Let’s keep the conversation going — looking after ourselves, supporting one another, and staying connected. 💚

09/10/2025

A very powerful episode from Julia Hales living with Down Syndrome - with all the screening now as a society are we heading to a world without people with DS. With 90% of people terminating pregnancies when doctors still dont provide the positive stories of how people with DS can live a fullfilling life in our communities and can work and be valued community members.

Watching The Upside in iview

Julia Hales explores people's thoughts when they face a decision about having a baby with Down Syndrome and re-examines her experience as she confronts parents' fears and celebrates the joys of living with Down Syndrome.

02/10/2025

Don’t forget Monday 6th October 2025 is a public holiday in Queensland. Our office will be closed but reopens on Tuesday 7th October.

26/09/2025

Mental Health Week is nearly here.
Lets Connect Support Services are hosting an event for this at Cross My Heart Cafe Hope to see you there.

25/09/2025

Did you know that the Government is wanting to remove Support Coordination and eventually replace with Navigators but there is still no real information about them and how this will work. Support Coordination is a lifeline to so many participants, families and even providers. We have until tonight to get 10 000 signatures on this petition. Please help save a vital support to many.

https://www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/petition/EN7619?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwNCnR9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHszK3oeknL6Hp6lrvmC_UlUhi9sGupqJn2Swuji0F1byBA7G8uS0-b5OFQbV_aem_wnfAjVzb6YIMXtMa8Zv5JA