Carers and disability

headspace Miranda and Hurstville monthly drop-in space, facilitated by work and study specialists at Ostara. It is a safe and relaxed environment where young people with disability can meet other young people who are exploring employment opportunities, build social connections, and learn more about available supports.
Last Thursday of the month, from 30 July, 12pm-1.30pm
Alternates between headspace Miranda and Hurstville:
5/522 Kingsway, Miranda
Level 1, 8 Woodville St, Hurstville
Flyer | Contact: Laila Curry, 0407 876 923 or laila.curry@ostara.org.au

This post expires on Monday 19 October 2026

Peer support program for parents and carers of a child with a disability, chronic medical condition or other additional needs, including developmental delay.
Saturdays, during school terms, 10am-12pm
Billa Road Community Hall, 50R Billa Rd, Bangor
Flyer | Contact: website enquiry form or jlouden@playgroupnsw.org.au

This post expires on Monday 19 October 2026

The Foundation offers grants for people with disability 26 years or under, who are Australian citizens or permanent residents, to achieve their personal, professional, vocational, or sporting goals.
Application | Contact

This post expires on Wednesday 7 October 2026

Game-based mobile app by Dementia Training Australia to support carers and aged care workers. The app helps build confidence and practical skills for responding to changed behaviour in people living with dementia.
Website | Download app: Apple AppStore | Google Play

This post expires on Wednesday 30 September 2026

Engaging activities for people with disabilities 18 years and over, tailored to individual interests, including workshops and group activities at the Centre, and excursions in the community.
Wednesdays, 10am-2pm, plus excursions once a month, on Thursdays or Fridays
KCAC, 30 Morgan St, Kingsgrove
Flyer | Contact: 9150 7823 or rose@kcac.org.au

This post expires on Wednesday 30 September 2026

Empower Golf Australia golf clinics for players of all abilities to try golf. Open to all ages and genders who are living with autism, intellectual disability, vision impairment, amputation, limb difference, neurological conditions, and other disabilities.
Last Wednesday of the month, until 25 November, 2pm-3pm
Woolooware Golf Club, 1 Harnleigh Ave, Woolooware
Flyer | Registration | Contact: Ben Tullipan, ben@empowergolf.com.au

Centre for Accessibility (CFA) Australia have launched a national initiative connecting organisations and people with disability to help provide laptops across Australia. Organisations with surplus or end-of-lease laptops can help by donating devices. People with disability experiencing barriers accessing suitable technology can apply for a donated laptop.
CFA Australia website | Donate laptops | Apply for a donated laptop

This post expires on Wednesday 23 September 2026

This resource discusses how to make health care decisions for someone who cannot make decisions for themselves. Developed by End of Life Law for Clinicians (ELLC), health professionals and aged care providers can share this guide with families and decision-makers to support substitute decision-making.
Download guide

This post expires on Wednesday 23 September 2026

Activities providing an opportunity to meet Civic’s teams and learn more about Civic’s community programs and pathways to employment for people with disability:
– Civic Cafe Connect: Take a look around Kitchen & Catering or Cafe & Canteen | Various dates, until November | Civic Kitchen & Catering, 35A Waratah Rd, Engadine | Registration | or Civic Cafe & Canteen, 127-129 Sutherland Rd, Jannali | Registration
– Civic Industries Tour & Information Session: Take a look around Civic’s Industries, Kitchen & Catering and Indoor Urban Farm social enterprises | Various dates, until November | Civic Industries, 101 Cawarra Rd, Caringbah | Registration
– New Era Hub Tour & Info Session: Learn about Civic’s day, evening and weekend programs | Various dates, until November | New Era Hub, 123 Flora St, Sutherland | Registration
– Job Pathways Info Evening: Learn about employment support services offered by Civic | Wednesday, 24 June, 6pm-7.30pm | Civic HQ, 103 Cawarra Rd, Caringbah | Registration

St George & Sutherland Shire Dementia Alliance expo bringing together local providers to discuss dementia, share practical care resources, and highlight available support pathways. Attendees can explore in-home services, connect directly with aged care experts, and access essential information for people living with dementia and their carers.
Thursday, 24 September, 10am-12.30pm
Kirrawee Library+, 6 Kiln Rd, Kirrawee
Flyer | Registration