Interaction Disability Services
Interaction Disability Services was founded in 1979 by a group of parents. Their aim is about maximising the responsible independence for people in Western Sydney with an intellectual disability.
Early efforts focused on the transition of people from their family home, into an intensive skill development program sup-ported by families and volunteers. Empowering people through education and community networks, people were then transitioned to independent accommodation with minimal assistance.
From these humble beginnings, Interaction expanded to provide the following services annually to over 550 children, adults and their families: State funded accommodation support; flexible/combination respite; behaviour/specialist intervention; in-home accommodation support; case management and local coordination; learning and life skills development; recreation and holiday programs.
Being person-centred, we work alongside people and their NDIS plans to identify their better life now and their future goals and aspirations. Our flexible approach means we represent and resource people with personalised services.
Website: https://www.interactionservices.org/
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