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Disability Support Worker & Founder
I'm a compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Worker committed to helping people live fulfilling and meaningful lives. My goal is simple — to help clients feel valued, supported, and empowered.
I currently work supporting participants across personal care, manual handling (Sara Steady and hoist transfers), Supported Independent Living (SIL), community access, appointments, shopping, mentoring, cleaning, and gardening.
“I believe quality support begins with truly listening and understanding each person's individual needs, goals, and preferences.”
In addition to my professional experience, I bring lived experience as the mother of a daughter with autism who experienced epilepsy in childhood. This journey has given me deep insight into the challenges families face and strengthened my passion for advocacy and inclusive support.
I founded and facilitated a parent support group on the Bellarine Peninsula, organising fortnightly meetings, art therapy sessions, and community fundraising initiatives. My volunteering includes outreach with The Salvation Army and supporting inclusive programs like All Abilities Basketball.
Before entering the disability sector, I built a career in accounting and administration — giving me strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of NDIA claims, participant plans, and service coordination.
Outside of work
Tennis, arts & crafts, cooking, playing games, socialising, and supporting inclusive sports including All Abilities Basketball.