Disability Services

If you have a disability, or are a carer or service provider who needs information, we can provide you with information on issues and services as well as with referrals. Just email web2@holroyd.nsw.gov.au, phone 02 9840 9913 (our TTY number is 02 9840 9988).

We have information on services with the Holroyd area and the surrounding suburbs within the Cumberland/Prospect region. At times there may be no services available that meet your needs.

We can advise you on key areas of support such as accommodation, transport, respite and recreation as well as holiday options, discrimination, legal issues, independent living and much more.

If you would like to browse some of the services available you can view the Community Information Directory. The National Disability Service provides information on Aboriginal Resources and Pathways.

Holroyd Peer Support Program 

The Holroyd Peer Support program offers a variety of community-based recreation and leisure activities to adults (18 to 65 years) with an intellectual disability. The main aim of the program is to enhance physical, social and emotional development through experiences that are fun.

Activities are organised on a group basis and take place on weeknights and weekends.

Upcoming activities:

Peer Support Activities - January 2012

Peer Support Activities - February 2012

Peer Support Activities - March 2012

Peer Support Activities - April 2012

Peer Support Activities - May 2012

Along with providing valuable social support for people with a disability, the Peer Support Program also provides a respite opportunity for parents and carers. Reliable and affordable transport is available to and from programmed events.

Activities include:

• Indoor cricket
• Lawn bowls
• Movies
• Horse riding
• Swimming
• Dining out
• Concerts
• Cruises

Service users are encouraged to participate in all areas of the program via planning meetings, evaluation surveys, consultation surveys, and representation on Councils Disability Services Advisory Committee. This input ensures Peer Support continues to meet the support needs of people with an intellectual disability and their families and carers.

For more information, download the Peer Support Handbook or the Membership Form, or call Council's Disability Services Officer on 02 9840 9913.

This project is funded by the Australian Government and Ageing, Disability and Home Care, Department of Human Services, NSW.

Volunteering

Opportunities exist for volunteers on all programmed activities.

If supporting people to access recreational and leisure activities interests you please contact Council’s Disability Services Officer on 02 9840 9913.

Speaking Up Training Program

The Speaking Up training program is a free resource to help adults with intellectual disability participate in decision-making in the community.

To get a free copy fill in the Speaking Up Form and fax a copy to 02 9840 9915. 

This training package has been developed to assist adults with intellectual disability to gain:

• Skills in oral communication
• Confidence to have their say in the community
• An understanding of meetings,committees and how decisions are made in the community

The package contains 2 CDs consisting of a short version and a full version of the resource.

Each module includes:

• PowerPoint presentation
• Trainer guidelines
• Participants Worksheet
• Evaluation Sheet

For more information please call Aged/Disability Services on 02 9840 9977. 

The NSW Government supports this project through a grant from the Area Assistance Scheme.