TSC - Toriana Support Coordination

27/10/2026

October Opportunities....

The right support can create opportunities.

Sometimes the biggest barrier isn't a person's ability.

It might be:

“I can't get there.”
“I can't communicate what I need.”
“I'm worried I'll get it wrong.”
“The environment isn't accessible.”
“I don't have anyone to go with me.”
“I need more time.”

Good support can help remove some of those barriers.

It might mean finding accessible transport, using communication supports, practising beforehand, having someone alongside you for the first few attempts, or simply allowing extra time.

Support isn't about doing everything for someone.

Sometimes the best support is the support that helps someone say:

“I can do this.”

And then lets them have a go.

22/10/2026

October Opportunities... And Independence

Sometimes independence looks different for everyone.

One person might independently catch a bus.
Another might independently choose their outfit.
Someone else might communicate their choice using AAC.
Another person might need support to make a decision, but still be the person making it.

Independence isn't about doing everything without help.

It's about having choice, control and the opportunity to participate in your own life.

The support someone needs shouldn't take away from the things they can do.

Instead, the goal can be to find ways to support someone to do more of what matters to them, in a way that works for them.

Because there isn't one definition of independence.

19/10/2026

October Opportunities....

You’re never too old to learn something new!

Learning doesn’t stop when we leave school.

For people with disability, opportunities to learn can continue throughout life, and they don't have to look like sitting in a classroom.

It could be learning to:

Prepare a new meal
Catch a different bus
Use a new app
Manage money
Make a phone call
Do a new household task
Look after a garden
Try a new hobby

Sometimes a new skill starts with lots of support.

Then perhaps a little less.

Then maybe just a reminder.

And one day… “I’ve got this.”

That’s what building independence can look like.

13/10/2026

October Opportunities....

Sometimes an opportunity starts with “Hello.”

Making friends and building connections can be hard for anyone.

For some people with disability, opportunities to meet new people can be limited by transport, communication barriers, anxiety, lack of accessible activities or simply not having many places to connect with others.

So an opportunity might be as simple as…

Starting a conversation with someone at the local café.
Joining a community group.
Trying a new activity.
Going along to a class.
Saying hello to someone you see regularly.

It doesn't have to result in a new best friend.

Sometimes the first step is simply being given the opportunity to connect.

12/10/2026

A Great Program I have just been informed of!

Do you have any participants who maybe interested in a program such as this?

UnitingCare is partnering with Project SEARCH to offer internships to young adults with developmental disabilities. Enquire now!

07/10/2026

Participant Spotlight....

Real people. Real journeys. Real moments worth celebrating....

EPISODE #2.... CHARTIY

SCENE: Participant House

Support Worker and Participant, body doubling shift.... cleaning, sorting, general stuffs.

Participant: I want these items to be used, for free, not to be sold! Can you help me find a Charity where they will take and use, not sell?

Support Worker: Actually I know that Office Works does something for disadvantaged Children in schools.

Participant: Exactly what I want! Lets share this information with Sally, so she can add it to her list of "cool things" to know!

Support Coordinator: Thanks for sharing with me! And knowing I have a list of "cool things" to share with others within the community, especially those who may need to access such services!

END SCENE.

06/10/2026

Opportunity October….

When a Participant says “Let me have a go!”

Sometimes, when we care about someone, our first instinct is to help.

We might step in because we may think it will be quicker.

We might do something for them because we know they find it difficult.

Or we might avoid something because we’re worried they could get it wrong.

But what happens when we give someone the time and opportunity to try?

They might surprise us.
They might need a little prompting.
They might need to do it differently.
They might need to try more than once.
And yes… they might get it wrong!

But that’s how we learn.

Supporting opportunity and independence isn’t always about stepping back completely. Sometimes it’s about being right there beside someone while they have a go.

05/10/2026

Community Spotlight

There are so many incredible people in the disability community who share their lives, experiences, wins, challenges, humour and advocacy through social media.

Each week, I'll be shining a spotlight on a disability parent, carer, advocate, support worker or creator who is making a positive impact by sharing their journey.

My hope is that you'll discover new people to follow, learn something new, feel a little less alone, or simply enjoy seeing the world through a different perspective.

JUST BECAUSE EVERY STORY MATTERS

Today we look at Em. A young American Adult and her family living through the challenges faced with becoming a Quadriplegic at 16yrs old.

01/10/2026

Its time for my monthly theme... And this Month it is October...

October is all about Opportunities & Independence!

But what can opportunity actually look like?

It might be upskilling at work, trying a new role or exploring volunteering.

It could be meeting someone new, having a conversation you might not normally have, or finding a new social group.

It might be learning a new skill, trying something independently for the first time, making your own choices, or simply having someone believe in you enough to say, “Give it a go!”

Opportunities don’t have to be big or life-changing...

Throughout October, we’ll be exploring what opportunity, choice and independence can look like and how the right support can help make those opportunities possible.

01/10/2026

Congratulations Kids and Co.Lab if you have worked with or currently work with them you would understand how deserving this is! Please vote for them if your so inclined, I know I will be 🤗

Exciting news, Kids + Co.Lab is a finalist for Allied Health Provider of the Year 🏆 (Kismet Awards)

Six OTs, one incredible client support person, and 100+ families who let us into their kids’ lives. This is for all of you. Thank you 💛

If you’ve ever wanted to throw us a little support — voting is open and we’d be so grateful.

https://kismet.award.vote/entry/vote/YrVwggVn