Thrive Community Services

09/07/2026

🖤💛❤️ NAIDOC Week 2026 - 50 Years of Deadly ❤️💛🖤

This NAIDOC Week, we proudly celebrate 50 Years of Deadly - a milestone recognising five decades of strength, culture, resilience, leadership and achievement by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The theme honours the Elders, communities, artists, advocates and leaders who have shaped the NAIDOC journey and continue to inspire future generations.

This week, we reflect on the lands and communities that have helped shape Thrive's journey. Our head office is located in East Maitland on Wonnarua Country, while Wyee on Darkinjung Country is where Thrive first evolved and remains an important part of our story through our satellite office. As we have grown, so too has our connection to the communities we support across Wonnarua, Awabakal and Darkinjung lands throughout the Hunter region. We honour and acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of these lands and their continuing connection to Country, culture and community.

At Thrive, we are privileged to work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander team members, support Aboriginal clients and their families, and partner with Aboriginal-led organisations to help deliver meaningful, culturally respectful outcomes. These relationships enrich our organisation and strengthen our commitment to creating inclusive communities where everyone feels seen, heard and valued.

As we celebrate NAIDOC Week, we recognise the strength and resilience of First Nations peoples, honour the contributions they make to our communities every day, and reaffirm our commitment to listening, learning and walking together in the spirit of reconciliation.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Always Was, Always Will Be.

09/07/2026

💜 Supporting Team Ava 💜

Many of you may know Brittany as a long-standing and valued member of the Thrive team.

Earlier this year, Brittany and her family experienced the heartbreaking loss of their beautiful daughter, Ava.

In honour of Ava's memory, Brittany and her partner Jay are taking part in City2Surf 2026, raising funds for Bears of Hope - an organisation that provides support, comfort and connection to families who have experienced the loss of a baby.

We're proud to support Brittany and Jay as they take on this challenge and raise funds for a cause that means so much.

If you're able to, please consider making a donation or sharing their fundraising page. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps Bears of Hope continue providing vital support to families navigating unimaginable loss.

❤️ Support Team Ava here:
https://city2surf26.grassrootz.com/bearsofhope/team-ava

Thank you for helping honour Ava's memory and support families who need it most.

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13/03/2026 we faced the devastating loss of our baby girl Ava at 23 weeks. We discovered Ava had a rare condition called Bilateral Multi Cystic dysplastic kidney (MCDK), we discovered this at our 19 week scan, which we walked into excited to find out the gender and instead left being told she was no...

02/04/2026

💙 World Autism Awareness Day | 2 April 💙

Today we recognise World Autism Awareness Day and the beginning of Autism Awareness Month.

At Thrive Community Services, we believe meaningful support starts with listening, understanding, and respecting each person as an individual. Autism is not one experience, and there is no one “right” way to live, communicate, or engage with the world.

Today is a reminder that awareness is only the first step. What truly matters is creating environments that are safe, supportive, and responsive; where people are valued for who they are, and supported in ways that reflect their strengths, needs, and choices.

We remain committed to considered, respectful, and person‑centred support that prioritises dignity, safety, and genuine inclusion. Today, and every day. 💙

28/03/2026

🎉🍳 Celebrating Skill‑Building in Action - Well Done, Mathew!

This week the team at Thrive's Dunbar SIL were proud to celebrate a fantastic win for Mathew, who has taken some big steps towards healthier living and greater independence with the support of the team. 🙌🌱

After exploring a Weight Watchers cookbook, Mathew showed real initiative by choosing meals he wanted to try, sparking great conversations around healthy eating, meal planning, budgeting, and forward planning 🥕📝

From there, Mathew helped plan his shopping list, went grocery shopping, and took an active role in preparing and cooking a delicious Thai coconut chicken with brown rice 🍛👏

For someone who typically prefers processed convenience foods, this is a meaningful milestone, and a wonderful example of how the right NDIS supports and capacity‑building approaches can empower choice, confidence, and skill development 💪✨

Amazing work, Mathew and a big shout‑out to Michael and the Dunbar team for providing support that builds independence and real‑world skills 🌟

🌈 🌱 🍽️ ✅ 💙

27/03/2026

🎉🏆 Celebrating Real NDIS Outcomes - Congratulations Cameron!

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate Cameron, a member of the Thrive SIL community, who has been recognised as Employee of the Month at his workplace 👏💼

This achievement highlights the power of the right NDIS supports, personalised capacity building, and goal‑focused support in action 🌱✨

Through building skills, confidence, and independence, Cameron has been able to thrive in meaningful employment and achieve a milestone he should be extremely proud of 💪🌈

This is what meaningful outcomes look like, and we love being part of the journey.

Well done, Cam. Onwards and upwards! 🚀🙌

🌈 🌱 ✅ 💼 💙 🏆

12/03/2026

🌟 New Home, Fresh Chapter: Building Capacity, Confidence & Independence 🌟

We’ve been supporting this group for a little while now, and moving into a new SIL house - along with welcoming a housemate - has brought a whole new wave of excitement and fresh energy!

This home under the NDIS is all about creating a space where everyone can keep building daily living skills, strengthen independence, and continue working toward their personal goals.

From finding new routines to taking on fresh responsibilities and building strong connections, the move has opened the door to even more growth. We’re so proud of how everyone is settling in and making this place their own.

🏡 A new home to grow in
💪 Building capacity and confidence
🤝 Strengthening community and connection
✨ Every day a chance to step forward

26/02/2026

🌊💙 Cheer on the Wave Warriors! 💙🌊

This March, Thrive is proud to support Sean as he takes on Laps for Life, swimming to raise funds and awareness for youth mental health - a cause that means a lot to him.

Sean has made incredible progress in the pool this year, now swimming 2–3 times a day and smashing out 20+ laps daily! 🏊‍♂️🔥

His housemate Cam is thinking about joining in to support him - and together they’ve launched their team, The Wave Warriors. 🙌💪

Sean’s goal is to raise $1,000, and he’d love the support of our community behind him.

💧 Donate or follow his journey here:
🔗 https://www.lapsforlife.com.au/fundraisers/seanhennessy

Every lap - and every donation - helps young people access vital mental health support through ReachOut Australia. 💙

Let’s rally behind the Wave Warriors and help make waves this March!

10/02/2026

28/01/2026

🌿 Celebrating Excellence at Thrive! 🌿
We’re incredibly proud to share some wonderful feedback received about our amazing team member, Sharni, one of our dedicated Psychosocial Recovery Coaches and Coordinators of Supports here at Thrive Community Services.

✨ Well done, Sharni - your practice continues to be a standout, and we’re so grateful to have you on the Thrive team! ✨

At Thrive, our Psychosocial Recovery Coaching service focuses on empowering individuals to build capacity, strengthen independence, and work toward meaningful recovery goals. With skilled practitioners like Sharni leading the way, participants can feel confident they’re receiving support that is person‑centred, trauma‑informed, and truly aligned with their journey.

If you’re looking for a Psychosocial Recovery Coach or Support Coordinator who will walk alongside you with care and capability, our team at Thrive is here to help.

📞 Contact us at: [email protected] | 0487 691 028
📍 Supporting participants across the Hunter, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Central Coast regions.

28/01/2026

✨ Out and about with Nikkie! ✨

There’s nothing better than getting involved, trying new things, and building confidence through NDIS Community Participation. Nikkie is embracing new experiences, connecting with her community, and making the most of every opportunity - and we love being part of her journey.

Here’s to independence, growth, and plenty of moments that spark joy. 💚