Sonya’s original goal was simple: eat better and lose some weight. With the help of Rocky Bay Dietician Alex, that goal has become a reality.

Thanks to Rocky Bay’s Wishing Tree, Blake has been gifted his own camera, allowing him to pursue his creative passions, an important part of his identity.

Rocky Bay customer Neil is mainly non-verbal and has grown into a happy, healthy and thoughtful young man who loves people, travelling, dancing and music.

Mandy has found happiness, independence and a place to call home with Shift Accessible Homes’ Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), thanks to the support of Rocky Bay.

A weekend at Rocky Bay’s ‘Beach House’ left Christine the most excited she’s ever been.

International Wheelchair Day is a day to celebrate the positive impact a wheelchair has on the lives of wheelchair users.

The Rhythm Rangers program at Rocky Bay is helping children form new friendships while developing self-regulation, impulse control, attention and movement coordination skills.

Kennedy makes strides in her development through Rocky Bay’s hippotherapy program.

When Rocky Bay customer Peter’s much anticipated respite stay in Perth seemed impossible due to funding constraints, emergency respite provided support.

Rocky Bay was thrilled to brighten the festive season for our customers and their families by sharing tickets to the Perth’s Special Children’s Christmas Party, kindly provided to us by the event organisers.

For Hilda, mother of Rocky Bay customer Elina, the option of respite care at the Bush Retreat has been a game-changer, not only for her daughter but also in allowing Hilda to focus on herself.

Alyssa and Paul Turner’s three children access support at Rocky Bay, with Chayton and Inola recently benefitting from the Telethon-funded Early Start Intervention Program (ESIP).

Rocky Bay customer Steven benefits from regular hydrotherapy sessions, playing a significant role in maintaining his independence.

Four-year-old Rocky Bay customer Rhiannon starts each morning asking her parents if she can jump on her brand-new trampoline

At Rocky Bay’s Ascot Hub, support worker Brad and customer Ruth have a shared love of music.

Support Worker Ariel Katzir has been coaching Rocky Bay customers to develop artistic skills, enhancing life experiences.

At Rocky Bay, customers like Ellen are experiencing the benefits of hydrotherapy, a specialised form of therapy conducted in water.

A popular fantasy tabletop role-playing game ‘Dungeons and Dragons’ is helping Rocky Bay customers enhance a broad range of skills.

For Rocky Bay customer Michael and his family, the journey into Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) has been a significant and emotional chapter of their lives.

Rocky Bay customer Bernie can now visit the Swan Valley Cuddly Animal Farm all year round, thanks to a generous donation from the Wishing Tree.

Darryl Dempster continues to shine in the art world with his exhibition “DooDoo” at the annual Revealed exhibition in the Fremantle Arts Centre, drawing attention from New York art curators.

Lyndon, a valued and dedicated Rocky Bay customer, brings smiles to staff members’ faces across our hubs!

After 38 years of living under the same roof as his parents, he’s about to embark on a new adventure- moving into his very own home at SHIFT’s Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Duncraig.

Hailey is a cheeky two-year-old who recently took part in our Early Start Intervention Program (ESIP) which is funded with the help of Telethon. Hailey is one of five Australians living with KAT6 syndrome, a rare neurodevelopmental disorder.

A., a 16-year-old female with Angelman syndrome, has recently achieved a significant milestone—she is now continent after spending her entire life in nappies.

Matthew is chasing his dreams with the help of Rocky Bay. He recently volunteered as a ball boy in the Para Football Final and participated as a player in the curtain raiser.

Shift Accessible Homes is enhancing independence and contributing to new experiences for people living with disability, in Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).

Lileigh, a vibrant 16-year-old with a passion for art and cooking, is a regular attendee of Rocky Bay’s Schools Out Holiday Program at Lady Lawley Cottage, a fun, interactive environment where school age customers can come and enjoy a range of activities in small groups.

Henry Duca is four years old and one of five children currently accessing Hippotherapy at Rocky Bay, and has made significant gains in his strength and mobility.

A combination of support and determination can be life changing, something that seven-year-old Knox Henderson is proof of.   
 Knox has been accessing therapy services and is making great progress.

Despite his difficult start to life, Thomas Marchetto is a bright and social nearly 3-year-old who loves his food and playing outdoors.

Twenty-year-old Mason Byworth, who lives with autism, recently experienced his first an overnight stay at the Bush Retreat, Rocky Bay’s respite guest house, allowing both he and his family time to recharge. He was slowly introduced to the new environment with the support of the Bush Retreat team.

Forging an exciting new career path was something 29-year-old Julie Marie Carrasco did not imagine for herself, but with encouragement and support she is beginning to change the course of both her professional and personal life.

Carlos Saunders is a cheeky 11-year-old, who receives community services from Rocky Bay. Carlos lives in Rockingham with his mum.