What is Support Work?
Our support workers offer practical, person-centred assistance to support Deaf individuals and Auslan users to manage daily tasks, access services and participate in community life with greater independence and achieve their goals. Auslan support work in Australia can involve:
- Daily Living Assistance: Supporting the participants independent living skills for tasks such as shopping, transport, household routines and personal organisation.
- Appointment and Service Support: Supporting participants to attend medical visits, training or meetings to strengthen understanding and participation.
- Community Participation: Supporting participants to access social connection through events, programs and local activities.
- Goal-Focused Support: Providing support for individuals to work towards their goals including education, employment or personal development objectives.
- Communication Development: Providing supports for participants to develop communication skills and strategies for participating in everyday life
Deaf Connect Support Services
At Deaf Connect, our Deaf support services work to empower Deaf Australians and Auslan Users to achieve their goals and live independently. Access to suppports in Auslan ensure that individuals have clarity on decisions and are able to make their personal decisions through a culturally informed lens.
We deliver deaf support services across Adelaide, Canberra, Darwin, Victoria, New South Wales, Perth and Queensland. With decades of experience supporting Deaf people and Auslan users, our support work team integrate cultural knowledge with structured planning and professional standards. Explore our support work services and review the full range of programs available.
Our Supports and Services
Our services aim to enhance their confidence, autonomy, and community engagement while reducing reliance on interpreters and providing tailored support based on individual needs.
As a home care provider, Ageing Well offers flexible, holistic support to help Deaf seniors maintain their independence and wellness.
Our activity program aims to help participation and engagement in community, social and recreational activities.
NDIS Supports
Deaf participants can access our support work services through their NDIS funding for:
- Assistance with daily life at home, in the community, in education and at work
- Improved daily living skills
- Improved relationships
- Increased social and community participation
We charge according to the price limit in the NDIS Support Catalogue.
If you do not have an NDIS plan and are looking , we welcome you to reach out and discuss other supports.
Learn MoreSupports through My Aged Care
Deaf seniors can access Ageing Well services through My Aged Care. My Aged Care is a Commonwealth Government funded initiative to provide a variety of in home supports. Australian’s who are over the age of 65 (over 50 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders) are eligible. The supports that can be provided include:
- assistance with cleaning
- taking people to their local grocery store
- driving you to an appointment
- taking you to social outing or gatherings
- fitting your home with safety equipment such as a shower chair or railing to ensure you don’t fall over
Get In Touch
Have a questions about our Support Services or want to see if our support services are right for you? Get in touch using the form below or by emailing [email protected]
1:1 Support and Ageing Well
FAQs
What is support work?
Support work involves providing practical assistance that helps people manage daily tasks, access services and participate more fully in community life.
What is an individual support plan?
An individual support plan outlines a person’s goals, preferences and required support. It guides how services are delivered and ensures assistance aligns with the person’s priorities.
What does an individual support worker do?
An individual support worker assists with daily activities, appointments and community participation while promoting independence, access and personal development.
How do group activities support individuals?
Group activities create safe spaces for shared experiences, social connection and skill development. They reduce isolation and help individuals build confidence within their community.
Want to work with us?
We’re looking for passionate disability support workers with Auslan skills to help us deliver the best support for members of Deaf and hard of hearing community.
We have roles available across Victoria, Adelaide, New South Wales, Perth and Queensland.
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