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Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), a day to talk, think and learn about digital access and inclusion. At Rocky Bay, we’re shining a light on Belinda, a Rocky Bay customer who uses an AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) device to communicate and express herself. Amy Muir, Advanced Clinician Speech Pathologist, shares with us … Read more

What is the NDIS? The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government-funded program designed to provide support and services to Australians aged between 0-65 years old who are living with disability. It can help you live more independently, achieve your goals and access the care you need, while also supporting your family and carers. … Read more

Did you know Rocky Bay delivers a Community Nursing service where our experienced nurses visit our customers in the comfort of their home, seven days a week. Whether they need ongoing care or occasional support, our nurses provide professional care tailored to their needs. We had a chat with the wonderful Madhavi, one of our … Read more

At Rocky Bay, our Continence Clinics provide a space to encourage open and honest discussions about our customers’ continence concerns. Rob Dyke is our Paediatric Continence Nurse and heads up this important service, which gives independence and control to our customers. We chatted to Rob about his role, his motivation for working in the sector … Read more

Celebrating uniqueness and World Autism Awareness Day with Theo’s story. For Year 7 student Theo, having Autism means having a great memory, a love for facts and a wide range of interests. But more than anything, Theo says it means “I am unique in a great way.” “I feel good about having Autism,” Theo says. … Read more

Meet Allison, one of our dedicated NDIS Support Coordinators at Rocky Bay! With a passion for helping others navigate the complexities of the NDIS, Allison plays a vital role in connecting participants with the right support. In this Q&A, we get an inside look at her role, her impact on our customers, and what drives … Read more

A Guide to Disability Accommodation: Exploring Your Options Finding a place to live that meets your unique needs is essential for your happiness, independence, comfort and overall well-being. Disability accommodation offers thoughtfully designed housing solutions for people with different needs. They provide accessibility, safety and the support needed for you to live as independently as … Read more

To celebrate Swallowing Awareness Day, we recently chatted with Clinical Operations Manager Jess. Jess is responsible for developing the content for our Dysphagia training, which ensures our staff are well equipped to support our staff who have swallowing difficulties. Can you tell us a speech pathologist’s role in developing the Dysphagia training content? Speech pathologists … Read more

An accessible merry-go round is making inclusive play possible for children and families at Rocky Bay’s Lady Lawley Cottage, thanks to generous funding from Telethon. A generous grant from the Channel 7 Telethon Trust has funded the inclusive play equipment at the Cottesloe Hub. The merry-go-round allows one wheelchair and two ambulant children to ride … Read more

For parents Terry and Liz, knowing their son Bradley is only two kilometres away in a Rocky Bay Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) has brought them a sense of relief they didn’t think was possible. Bradley, a Rocky Bay customer for 15 years, recently moved into his brand-new SDA in Rockingham, ensuring he is independent and … Read more