Every person has unique abilities, interests, goals and aspirations. An intellectual disability does not define who someone is or limit their potential to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
With the right support, people with an intellectual disability can continue learning new skills, participate in their communities, build relationships and achieve greater independence.
At D&M Total Support Network, we believe support should focus on what a person can do while providing assistance where it is genuinely needed.
No two people are the same.
Every participant has different:
Quality support begins with taking the time to understand the individual rather than making assumptions based on a diagnosis.
Independence is built through opportunity, encouragement and practice.
Support workers may assist participants to develop practical skills such as:
Learning these skills can improve confidence and provide greater control over everyday life.
Choice and control are at the heart of the NDIS.
Support workers should encourage participants to make decisions about:
Where decisions are complex, support workers can provide information and encouragement while respecting the participant’s right to make their own choices wherever possible.
Many skills are developed through real-life experiences.
Support workers can help participants learn by:
Learning in everyday environments can make new skills more meaningful and easier to apply.
Confidence develops when people experience success.
Support workers can celebrate achievements of all sizes, including:
Every achievement is another step towards greater independence.
Being involved in the community can help people develop friendships, confidence and a sense of belonging.
Support workers may assist participants to:
Community participation should always reflect the participant’s own interests and goals.
Consistency is important.
Having familiar support workers allows participants to build trusting relationships with people who understand their communication style, routines and personal preferences.
These relationships can increase confidence and make supports more comfortable and enjoyable.
Every participant deserves to be treated with kindness, patience and respect.
Quality support means:
Respect should be part of every interaction.
At D&M Total Support Network, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a life filled with choice, purpose and opportunity.
Our experienced support workers provide personalised assistance that encourages independence, develops practical life skills and supports participants to achieve their individual goals. We take the time to build genuine relationships based on trust, respect and understanding, ensuring every participant feels valued and empowered.
Whether your goals involve learning new skills, becoming more independent or participating more actively in your community, we’re here to support your journey.
D&M Total Support Network
Empowering abilities. Encouraging independence. Supporting brighter futures.
D&M Total Support acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who continue to care for Country and community.
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