Personal care and hygiene are important elements for socialisation, self-respect and independence. As a caregiver, providing a person with Down syndrome the right foundation in personal care – whether they …
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In The Spotlight – Mel Bush
For our ‘In The Spotlight’ piece this month, we will be speaking with Mel, one of our Support Coordinators. What is your job role? “My role within Zest is Support Coordinator, …
Unravelling the NDIS
As an amputee and wheelchair-user living in North Parramatta, Allan is familiar with navigating mobility issues. However, he wasn’t prepared for some of the manoeuvring required in transitioning from Centrelink …
A Day In The Life Of An Educarer
Alana Holmes adores children. With ten nieces and nephews, she is often surrounded by little ones and has a natural knack for communicating with them. Prior to being an Educarer …
Are you eligible for the NDIS?
Phase Two of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is the roll out across Regional NSW from July 1, 2017. Already available across South Western Sydney, Western Sydney, Northern Sydney …
Tips for Travelling with Disabilities
Mobility and the freedom to move around is an important facet of independence for people with disabilities. Organisation and planning well in advance are the keys to successful travel. Whether …
In the Spotlight – Rachael Jones
For our ‘In The Spotlight’ piece this month, we will be speaking with Rachael, our Intake Coordinator. What is your job role? I am an Intake Coordinator for Zest Care. As part of my …
Supporting a Teenager with a Disability
Starting high school is an exciting time for teenagers. The transitional period from childhood to adulthood brings new adventures, skills and learning curves. It can also be a transformative process …
Living Independently: Coming Into Your Own
Having privacy and the freedom to live the way you want is a fundamental part of life. Autonomy is incredibly important and living independently is a goal for many people …
Down Syndrome: Giving Your Child the Best Start
Receiving a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome can be extremely emotional for many parents. Yet according to Sue Levine, who conducted a six-year study of individuals with Down syndrome and …