The following is a collection of blog posts – some recent, some a little older. They provide insight into my thinking as I develop new and innovative ways to engage with systems. Some are interesting, some inspiring, and hopefully some are even useful!
Enjoy,
Sonia
Setting a Vision for the Future: How it Shapes Service-for-One
A clear vision has become the compass for every decision we’ve made — from the people we employ, to the way we structure supports, to how we spend money. Without it, we would be firefighting constantly. With it, we have direction.
Why Systems Don’t Work for Individuals – And What We Can Do About It
Most of the systems we live and work within were never designed with the individual in mind. They are built for efficiency, predictability, and scale. And while these systems often function well for “the many,” they can leave individuals squeezed, overlooked, or even broken by the very structures meant to support them.
What If There Were No Rules? Rethinking Disability Supports Through Innovation
Too often, when families and professionals think about supports, the first thing that comes to mind is the rules: what the funding says, what services are “allowed” to offer, what forms need to be completed, what’s “normal” in the sector.
Innovation: The Heart of Customised Support
When we hear the word innovation, our minds often jump to technology—apps, gadgets, and cutting-edge designs. But innovation is not just about inventing new tools. At its core, innovation is about finding new ways to solve problems, to make life better, and to imagine possibilities that didn’t exist before.
Service for One: The Benefits for Family Wellbeing
When families begin exploring disability support options, they’re often handed a list of services, rosters, and programs designed for the masses. While these can work for some, many families quickly realise that these systems weren’t built with their unique child, teenager or adult in mind — nor with their family’s rhythms, values and wellbeing at…
Employment: How a Service for One Can Support Getting a Job
Finding meaningful employment can be a significant challenge for people with disability. Despite strong rights-based frameworks and growing awareness of inclusive workplaces, many still face barriers to accessing and sustaining paid work that reflects their interests, strengths, and aspirations.
From Fear to Acceptance to Empowerment: My Journey of Growth
If someone had told me years ago I would become an 20-year advocate for disability and a leader in the national disability sector, I probably would’ve laughed—or cried. As a new mum, I was full of hopes and dreams. But like most new mums, the fear was quietly waiting under the surface.
Empowering Your Child with a Disability: Celebrating Strengths and Building a Bright Future
As parents, we all want the best for our children. We dream of seeing them thrive, succeed, and lead fulfilling lives. For parents of children with disability, this desire is no different. However, the journey can often come with unique challenges and uncertainties.
Customised Service For One: Why it works
Creating a customised service-for-one isn’t just about doing things differently—it’s about doing things with purpose, clarity, and heart. It’s about building a life around a person, not a person around a system.
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