https://connectingfamilies.com.au/

Connecting Families, 30 Atchison Street, St Leonards, New South Wales, AU, Sydney (2025)

24/11/2025

How quickly can supports be set up after discharge?

We know this question carries a huge amount of stress. The transition from hospital to home is one of the most vulnerable times for a person with disability and their family. The fear of being left without care, of complicated details falling through the cracks, can be overwhelming.

You need more than just a promise. You need a team that cares, loves and dedicates everything for your comfortability.

Our dedicated Transitions Team is built for this exact pressure. We are trained to establish crucial supports within days of a referral because we understand that every hour counts. This rapid response is possible because of our deeply integrated approach and proven expertise across all aspects of complex care:

1. Hospital-to-Home Transition Program
-a dedicated, hands-on pathway that supports clients coming home from hospital with clinical planning and follow-through.

2.Clinical Team & Transition Planning Expertise
-clinicians actively design and guide transition plans so families feel safe and supported at every step.

3.Complex-Care Capability
-experienced in delivering full, integrated support for clients with complex medical and care needs.

4.Thoughtful Housemate Matching
-people are matched by personality, routine and compatibility to reduce conflict and create harmonious homes.

5.End-to-End Youth to Adulthood Support
-services that bridge childhood and adult supports with tailored approaches for continuity.

6.10+ Years Sector Experience
-a decade of practical experience working with NGOs, private stakeholders and families.

7.Person-Centered, Tailored Support Plans
-every plan is customised to the person’s goals and emotional needs, never one-size-fits-all.

8.Supported Independent Living (SIL) Expertise
-proven models for supported living that prioritise dignity, independence and meaningful routines.

9.Transparent Communication & Family Engagement
-regular, clear updates and open channels so families always know what’s happening.

10.Community-First Approach
-a focus on building belonging and meaningful connections, not just providing accommodation.

This means you can have confidence that the support your loved one needs will be ready and waiting. The goal is to replace anxiety with assurance, and uncertainty with a clear, calm pathway forward.

If you are navigating a hospital discharge, message us. Let's discuss how we can create a seamless transition for you.

www.connectingfamilies.com.au
0435 958 359
info@connectingfamilies.com.au

21/11/2025

At Connecting Families Disability Services, our homes are designed to feel calm, safe and truly supportive. Every vacancy is more than a place to stay. It is a pathway to stability, comfort and dignity.

Here is what makes our approach different:

1. Hospital to Home Transition Program
Dedicated support that helps clients return home safely with real clinical planning and hands-on follow-through.

2. Clinical Team and Transition Planning Expertise
Clinicians personally guide each step so families feel confident, informed and supported.

3. Complex Care Capability
Skilled in supporting individuals with complex medical, behavioural or psychosocial needs.

4. Thoughtful Housemate Matching
Matching based on personality, routines and compatibility to create peaceful, harmonious homes.

5. End-to-End Youth to Adulthood Support
Tailored pathways for under-18s that continue into adulthood without disruption.

6. More Than Ten Years of Sector Experience
A decade of experience working with NGOs, private providers and families facing real challenges.

7. Person-Centred and Customised Support Plans
Every plan is shaped around individual goals, preferences and emotional needs.

8. Proven Supported Independent Living Expertise
Models that prioritise dignity, independence and meaningful daily routines.

9. Transparent Communication and Family Engagement
Clear, regular updates so families always feel connected and informed.

10. Community-First Approach
A focus on belonging, connection and real participation in the community.

Our SIL homes and specialist disability accommodation options are safe, accessible and designed to help each person live with choice, independence and respect.

Whether you need short-term, medium-term or long-term support, we make the process simple and personal.

💙 Enquire today about our available homes and let us help you find the right place to thrive.

www.connectinfamilies.com.au
0435 958 359
info@connectingfamilies.com.au

19/11/2025

Have you ever met someone living with a disability who is trying so hard to stay strong, yet life keeps stacking challenge after challenge in front of them?

Maybe you have seen a person with physical or neurological needs coming home from the hospital, wondering how they will manage daily tasks once the medical team steps back.

Maybe you have watched someone with psychosocial or intellectual needs isolate in their room because home no longer feels safe, calm or supportive enough for them to thrive.

Or maybe you have witnessed a family who loves their child or adult family member deeply, but is quietly breaking under the constant pressure of complex care, sleepless nights, emotional burnout and the fear of not being able to provide enough.

You can feel when the situation becomes too heavy.

Not because families are failing.
Not because individuals are incapable.

But because caring for a person with disability, especially with higher support needs, requires more than love. It requires help, time, rest, stability and the kind of support that lifts people instead of exhausting them.

And the truth is, even the "strongest" people can only carry so much before the exhaustion settles into their bones and the stress begins to pull them apart inside.
For over a decade, we’ve dedicated ourselves to building that foundation. Our services meet people right where they are, with practical support designed to create emotional change:
1.Respite gives families short-term relief so they can rest while their loved one is supported.

2.Short Term Accommodation (STA) offers a temporary stay in a safe, supported environment, perfect for building independence or giving someone a fresh setting.

3.Short Term Respite (STR) provides a short-term alternative to usual living arrangements, especially during crises or when extra help is needed.

4.Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) supports individuals who need a stable home while waiting for a long-term housing solution.

5.Supported Independent Living (SIL) helps people build everyday life skills through support with routines, personal care and daily tasks.

6.In-Home Support delivers personalised care at home, from personal care to household assistance, and

7.Individualised Living Options (ILO) give people the freedom to design how and where they want to live, with flexible support built around their lifestyle.

These services aren’t just services but a real plan to support, care and value each journey.

TRUST US. TRUST CONNECTING FAMILIES.

So if someone comes to mind, a client, patient, neighbor, friend or loved one who would truly benefit from compassionate, personalised disability support… We’re here to walk with them, every step of the way.

Your referral might be the turning point they’ve been waiting for.

www.connectingfamilies.com.au
0435 958 359
info@connectingfamilies.com.au

17/11/2025

Are you or a loved one preparing to leave the hospital and return home?

That first step after discharge can feel overwhelming. The clinical support you relied on in the hospital fades, and suddenly, recovery feels like a journey you’re navigating alone. For people with disabilities and their families, this transition can be especially challenging.

You don’t have to face it by yourself.

Our Hospital-to-Home Transition Program is designed for exactly this moment. We’re more than a service, we’re a partner. We work closely with you, your healthcare team, and our specialists to ensure a smooth, stress-free handover.

From creating a tailored care plan to setting up the perfect supported living arrangement, we handle the details so you can focus on your recovery and wellbeing.

We provide a range of support options to suit your needs:

❤️ Respite Care – Short-term breaks for participants and families.
❤️ Short Term Accommodation (STA) – Temporary, supported stays away from home.
❤️ Short Term Respite (STR) – A short-term alternative to your usual living arrangements.
❤️ Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) – A safe, comfortable home while you wait for a permanent solution.
❤️ Supported Independent Living (SIL) – Assistance with daily tasks to help build independence.
❤️ In-Home Support – Personal care and household help in your own home.
❤️ Individualised Living Options (ILO) – Flexible, tailored plans for how and where you live.

Because coming home shouldn’t feel like going it alone but it should feel like the first confident step toward thriving.

If you or someone you love is preparing for this transition, reach out today. Let us help make your journey home calm, safe, and fully supported. 💙

14/11/2025

Did you know that 5.5 million people in Australia are living with disability? That's 21.4% of our community, and every single one is a life seeking belonging, connection, and a place to call home.

Behind this number are millions of unique stories. It includes the 1 in 13 Australians living with a profound or severe disability, for whom the right clinical expertise and tailored support isn't just a service, but a lifeline to independence.

It includes the 3 million unpaid carers such as parents, partners, siblings, and even 391,300 young people under 25, who pour their energy into supporting their loved ones, often with their own cup running dry.

We also see the stark challenges. The median weekly income for a person with disability of working age is $575, less than half the $1,055 earned by those without a disability. This isn't just a statistics but a barrier to security, to choice, and to a life of dignity.

At Connecting Families, these numbers are "why we do what we do". We see the person and not the statistic. We believe everyone deserves a home where they feel safe, understood, and connected.

A place where they can truly thrive, taken care of, supported, loved, not just live.

You deserve a partner that offers more than just a vacancy, but a home built on safety, clinical expertise, and genuine connection. And we genuinely believe in that.

If these numbers reflect your life or someone you care for, please let us know. Educate us how we can be of good service to you and your loved ones.

Drop a comment or send us a direct message. We'd love to hear your stories and create a life well-lived. 💙

12/11/2025

Hey friend, good news. 💙

You’ve found a place where you can finally breathe a little.

If you’re here, you’re probably searching for disability support that feels safe, steady, and genuinely human. Support you can trust and not just to care for you, but to walk with you.
And that’s exactly why we’re here.

At Connecting Families Disability Services, trust comes first.
Because before we guide you, house you, or support your care…
we want you to know you’re in the hands of people who’ve been doing this for over 10 years , with sincerity, clinical experience, and deep respect for every individual and family we meet.

So let’s take this slowly and we’ll guide you through what we do.

1. You can start by reaching out.

Tell us what you’re looking for, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Short- or Medium-Term Accommodation and Respite (STA/STR/MTA), or In-Home & Daily Living Support.
And if you’re unsure, that’s perfectly okay.

Our role is to walk you through it, not push you into decisions.

2.Next, we meet you, your family, your current care team, and us.

We listen to your story, your strengths, the routines that comfort you, and the dreams you’re working toward.
Together, we’ll build a plan that reflects you, your needs, your culture, your pace.

3. When the time feels right, we help you transition into your new support environment.

We handle the move-in process with our clinical team, match you with the right housemates, introduce your support team, coordinate allied health, and make sure your new space feels safe, warm, and yours.

And that’s just the beginning...because after you settle, the real journey unfolds.

We stay beside you with trauma-informed care, complex-needs support, and a clinical team who understands how to help you feel secure, not just physically, but emotionally.

We don’t just place you somewhere and disappear, but rather we check in, we observe, we listen, we adjust.

We keep showing up especially when life gets challenging.

Because at the heart of Connecting Families Disability Services is a simple promise:
You can trust us and we’ll teach, guide, and support you every step of the way.

So when you’re ready, we’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
At your pace. On your terms. Always with trust at the center.

We can’t wait to meet you. 🌿💙

10/11/2025

It’s Tea & Talk Monday!

How was your weekend? We hope it brought you a little joy, a little rest or maybe a moment you’re proud of.

We love hearing your stories because every milestone, challenge and simple everyday moment matters.

So let’s chat...

What’s one win you’ve celebrated lately or one challenge you’re working through in your disability support or daily living journey?

Maybe you…
- made progress toward Supported Independent Living (SIL)
-found a helpful rhythm with your In-Home Support
-enjoyed new Community Access experiences
-ticked off a few important goals in your plan

Whatever it is, big or small, we’d love to celebrate with you.

Do you have questions about:

-Supported Independent Living homes
-Short-Term Accommodation (STA) / Short-Term Respite (STR) & Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA)
-In-Home Disability Support & Daily Living Assistance
-Community Access & social engagement
-Complex care for neurological, psychosocial and physical disability
-Trauma-informed support for high-level care needs

Let us know because we believe every person deserves to feel safe, valued and empowered in their own story.

Share a moment, drop a comment, tag a friend, we’re here to listen, support and connect.

Let’s talk.

www.connectingfamilies.com.au
0435 958 359
info@connectingfamilies.com.au

07/11/2025

Your voice . Our help and CARE.

When you choose a disability support provider you deserve to feel seen, heard and valued every single day. You deserve care that wraps around you and your story with kindness and purpose.

At Connecting Families Disability Services, we believe your voice is more than just part of a plan, your voice is the heart of everything we do.

We are a team who knows your name, understands your dreams, and walks beside you as you take each step toward independence. Whether you’re searching for Respite, Short Term Accommodation (STA), Short Term Respite (STR), Medium Term Accommodation (MTA), Supported Independent Living (SIL), In-Home Support, Individualised Living Options (ILO) or Community Access, we are here for you.

Here are the services we offer:
❤️ Respite
❤️Short Term Accommodation (STA)
❤️Short Term Respite (STR)
❤️Medium Term Accommodation (MTA)
❤️Supported Independent Living (SIL)
❤️In-Home Support
❤️Individualised Living Options (ILO)
❤️Community Access

We support people with physical disabilities, neurological conditions, psychosocial disability and high-risk behaviors with compassion, dignity and skill.

Our services include in-home disability care, community participation, daily living assistance, tailored supported accommodation solutions and high quality complex disability support.

You are more than the support you need, you are the life you want to live.

You have goals that matter, a future that inspires and a story that deserves respect.

We partner with families, hospitals, allied health professionals, support coordinators and care teams so you stay informed, involved and in control.

Your individuality drives our planning.
Your choices steer our care.

Because when care is built around you, it becomes something powerful.

Something confident.
Something meaningful.
Something worthy of your trust.

You deserve to live with independence, comfort and love.

Feel free to reach us out:
www.connectingfamilies.com.au
0435 958 359
info@connectingfamilies.com.au

05/11/2025

This month we’re shining a spotlight on our Hospital-to-Home Transition Program at Connecting Families Disability Services.

If someone you know is moving out of hospital into supported accommodation, in-home care or community participation services, our specialist team delivers the tailored supports to make that move safe, smooth and confident.

We actively support Short-Term Accommodation (STA), Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) placements for people with complex disability support needs.

Our national disability service provider network extends across Australia and provides clinical oversight, in-home daily living support, community access services, specialist housing and trauma-informed care for participants with neurological conditions, psychosocial disability, acquired brain injury or complex physical support requirements.

With high-quality disability accommodation, daily living assistance, accommodation solutions and home-like environments, we prioritise your independence, dignity and sense of belonging.

We build a person-centred plan that aligns with your goals, your timeline and your support needs.

Whether it’s transitioning from hospital to a more independent living arrangement or enhancing community inclusion through meaningful activities and in-home support, we are here for you.

Contact us today to discuss how our hospital-to-home transition support, supported independent living (SIL) housing, short-term accommodation (STA) vacancies or medium-term stay options can help you or your client make a confident move with care, purpose and connection.

www.connectingfamilies.com.au

03/11/2025

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

We believe that small, consistent acts of care are what truly change lives. It’s a lesson we carry from the Starfish story, every single moment of support matters.

Whether it’s helping someone settle safely into their first real home, rebuild their confidence after a setback, or find meaningful friendship in their community, these moments create waves of change.

At Connecting Families Disability Services, this belief is at the heart of our person-centred support.

We walk alongside individuals with physical, neurological, and psychosocial disabilities, providing the tailored assistance they need to thrive with dignity and independence.

Our dedicated Australian team offers a full range of services designed for real life:
- Supported Independent Living (SIL): A real home with the right level of support.
- Short Term Accommodation (STA) / Short Term Respite (STR) & Medium Term Accommodation (MTA): Safe, transitional housing when you need it most.
- In-Home Support: Compassionate assistance with daily living, right in your own home.
- Individualised Living Options - ILO

We specialise in complex care and creating accessible housing solutions that feel like home. Because everyone deserves a place where they are safe, respected, and in control.

Every act of care may seem small on its own, but together, we are creating a tide of lasting impact, one person, one family, at a time. 🌊💙

31/10/2025

A good home + a great cup of coffee = the perfect start ❤️

One of our participants is settling in beautifully in his new supported independent living (SIL) home, starting each morning with a fresh brew, meaningful conversations and a calm space that truly feels like his own.

At Connecting Families Disability Services, we create disability support environments where people feel safe, valued and empowered to live life with confidence.

You deserve a disability services provider that respects your choices and delivers reliable support, in-home care, daily living assistance and community access programs designed to build independence.

Our compassionate support workers provide person-centred care, supported accommodation, SIL housing solutions, and tailored assistance for individuals with complex care needs, neurological conditions and psychosocial disability.

Want to meet us for coffee and talk about your goals?

Let’s sit down, chat and explore how our SIL homes, in-home disability care and community participation support can help you build the life you want.

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