Able Australia is a leading provider of disability services supporting people with disability to live the life they choose.
We have been proudly supporting our clients to have Better Days, Every Day for over 50 years.
23/02/2026
Able's Melbourne Community Inclusion project helps clients enjoy a range of exciting, fully-supported excursions.
Our favourite adventures include:
- exploring the wonders of SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
- soaring above the city at Melbourne Skydeck
- discoveries at ACMI, National Gallery of Victoria and Imaginator exhibition
A huge thank you to our donors and the City of Melbourne for supporting these unforgettable experiences and strengthening inclusion across our community. You're helping people with complex disabilities feel valued, connected, and part of the vibrant Melbourne community.
20/02/2026
Monash University wants to hear from Deaf people and people with disabilities.
We want to know:
• 🔎 how you find government information
• ❓ what is hard or confusing
• 👍 what works well
• 💬 how government communication can be better
This research will help the Australian Government improve the way it gives information to Deaf people and people with disabilities.
How you can take part
You can choose one or more:
• an online survey (easy to read)
• a focus group
• co-design workshops
Want to join?
Select the links to:
• do the survey
• sign up for a focus group or codesign workshops
• read the project information (standard or Easy Read version).
• download the poster for the full project
• download the poster for the survey
• watch an Auslan video about the project
Need help?
You can contact the research team:
📞 0449 192 832
📧 jing.hu@monash.edu
Jing can help you:
• join the project
• fill out the survey.
19/02/2026
What a day we had for Friendship Day! 😀
The sun 🌞 was shining and the positive vibes were flowing. It was near impossible for them not to, with music 🎵 to move to, delicious food (What a feast we day!!), decorations to brighten anyone’s day along with plenty of laughs and games!
Friendship Day is about so much more than just a celebration. It’s about connection, inclusion, kindness 💜and creating a space where everyone feels valued and supported.
Days like this remind us of the importance of community and how beautiful it is when we come together to celebrate each other 🥳
Thank you to our generous friends at Bunnings Warehouse Australia Hawthorn and Woolworths Kew who supported our celebration.
Bunnings provided 30 Friendship Day pot plants 🪴 as gifts to Able's clients. Woolworths donated the delicious meats🥩 and fruits 🍉 for our luncheon. Thanks for helping make our day even better!
18/02/2026
Throwback to some fantastic inclusive activities from the past 12 months!
We enjoyed fun excursions:
- exploring Melbourne Zoo
- a safari at Werribee Zoo
- an immersive experience for deafblind community at Sensas Experience
- a Family Sports Day with new sports equipment.
Thanks to our supporters including State Trustees Australia Foundation for funding these wonderful experiences for people with complex disabilities. You're helping them feel included and valued in our community!
Zoos Victoria
17/02/2026
Our Comms Guide Training for next week is full!
Our specialist 2-day CommGuide training is being held on Thursday and Friday 26 and 27 February. You walk away with the knowledge, practical skills to confidently support people who are deafblind.
Delivered by our experienced Deafblind Services team in partnership with Deafblind Victoria, this hands-on program focuses on safe guidance, Orientation & Mobility skills, and real-world practice.
✨ Limited places
✨ One of the only programs of its kind in Victoria
✨ $600+ GST
Build skills that create connection, safety, and independence.
The next training is Monday 15 to Tuesday 16 June
To join the training, email Bec at Bec.Swansson@ableaustralia.org.au
17/02/2026
Thanks for the visit Jo Palmer MLC. It was great having you and glad you joined in on the fun 🥳
Karen showing off her best moves before hitting the dance floor at Able Australia.
Every Monday, Able Australia host a music program featuring a live band and lots of dancing by participants. So much fun and joy in the room!
16/02/2026
Tom recently reached a milestone in his independence 💙
Participating in our Click & Collect service. Tom took the lead in ordering and collecting the items to take back to the Day Service. With active support provided alongside him, he confidently stepped through each part of the process checking in, collecting items from the order and making sure everything was correct.
This experience was centred around Tom’s choices and goals. Tom genuinely enjoys the responsibility of collecting the items and values being in control of the experience. Doing jobs like this support Tom to build his confidence, decision-making skills and independence in so many ways.
13/02/2026
Deafblind Camp 2026 is coming in two months! Thanks to The Lionel & Yvonne Spencer Trust and the Olver-Carlyle Charitable Foundation, deafblind adults from across Australia will come together for a fully accessible, community designed camp experience created by and for people who are deafblind.
We spent some time with Deafblind Camp Coordinator Alex and Camp Committee members Kimberley, Jasper and Rodney to find out more about the camp, what is planned, and the significance of the event for the deafblind community.
To find out more head to https://bit.ly/DBCamp26 or email DBCamp@ableaustralia.org.au
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Alex’s graphic: The quote reads: “I remember when I first met the deafblind community through Able Australia and know it will also be life‑changing for the campers.” His name appears below, labelled as Deafblind Camp Coordinator.
Kimberley’s graphic: The quote reads: “I know I have friends out there, who are living their best life too. And camp is a great way for us to get together and catch up!” Her name appears below, labelled as Deafblind Camp Committee Member.
Jasper’s graphic: The quote reads: “It is a time of connection that I always look forward to.” Their name appears below, labelled as Deafblind Camp Committee Member.
Rodney’s graphic: The quote reads: “To me, the camp is a little holiday away from home. It’s an opportunity to do some activities I’ve never done before.” His name appears below, labelled as Deafblind Camp Committee Member.
Jasper’s graphic: The quote reads: “It is a time of connection that I always look forward to.” Their name appears below, labelled as Deafblind Camp Committee Member.]
On Monday 23 February join the Mito Foundation. They are hosting an upcoming webinar focused on Autosomal Dominant Optic Atrophy (ADOA), a genetic condition that affects the optic nerve and can lead to progressive vision loss.
This webinar will help you:
✨ Understand what ADOA is and how it impacts individuals and families
✨ Learn about the genetic basis of the condition
✨ Hear about current research and management strategies
✨ Connect with a community that understands
Whether you’re living with ADOA, supporting someone who is or are a health professional wanting to learn more, this webinar is a great opportunity to learn more.
Find out more,https://ableaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Mito-Foundation-ADOA-webinar-flyer.pdf
11/02/2026
What better way to spend the day than volunteering at Bunnings? 🌱
That’s exactly what Jono loves to do! From watering the plants and restocking the shelves to collecting baskets and returning trolleys, Jono packs so much into his day.
Every shift Jono stays active, helps out the team and is part of the community. Along the way, Jono is building his confidence and developing important life skills like responsibility, teamwork and time management.
We’re so proud of the effort and enthusiasm he brings each time he volunteers! Thanks to all the staff at 💚
10/02/2026
Have you been looking for a supportive, engaging day program under your NDIS plan? Our programs are built to support clientss work towards their individual goals, while enjoying meaningful and fun experiences along the way.
From growing your own veggies and building everyday life skills, to enjoying the outdoors, connecting with others and so much more. We have something for everyone.
We focus on:
✔️ Capacity building
✔️ Community participation
✔️ Choice and control
✔️ Supporting you to achieve their NDIS goals
Whether your goals are about independence, social connection, learning new skills, or simply trying something new. At Able we’ll support you every step of the way.
🌊 Looking back to when Jane got back into the pool after 20 years 🌊
What began as a gentle reintroduction to the pool became a powerful moment of happiness, confidence and...
freedom.
As you can see from the pic in the water you can't wipe the smile of Jane's face. You can feel it through her smile that she seems to be at ease, happy, safe, and fearless.
By getting back in the pool Jane's confidence has grown, distress has reduced, and she’s regularly accessing the community, healthcare, and daily routines that once felt a bit too much. 💙
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Welcome to Able Australia! Here at Able, we are proud to be one of the leading providers of disability services for adults and community support for seniors to help them live a happy and independent life that they choose. Able Australia started over 50 years ago as a support group for the deafblind community. Over the years, we have expanded our services to offer a wider range of services to adults with a disability in Melbourne, Tasmania, ACT and SE Queensland.
Our aim is empower the individuals we support and help them to reach their full potential. We value Trust, Respect, Excellence, Kindness and always strive to provide the best quality care for our clients.
Although some of our clients receive funding from the NDIS and other funding streams, this does not always cover all the services they’d like to access, or activities that they want to do. Your donations are extremely important as they allow our clients to access these services, such as exciting day program activities, unique community access programs and educational resources that will empower and enable our clients achieve their own life goals. We are extremely thankful for our donors and all those you support Able Australia.
