THE TEAM
Our team brings together allied health professionals, specialist support staff, along with admin and management, working side by side to provide efficient, coordinated care.

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    Kezia Kingston

    CEO & FOUNDER | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Kezia (Kez-eye-ah) is the founder of Staying Independent and LearnAble.
    She created the internationally recognised Integrated Outcomes Model™, improving collaborative healthcare systems. Kezia launched LearnAble - AI purpose built for cognitive disabilities.
    Named Global Entrepreneur of the Year – Healthcare, she speaks internationally on healthcare efficacy and innovation.

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    Callum

    SPEECH PATHOLOGIST

    Bachelor of Health Science (Speech Pathology), with Pediatric Disabilities

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and neurodevelopmental disability
    - Profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), and multi-sensory impairment
    - Young adult self-advocacy, communication skills, and work-readiness training

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    Aisling

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Senior Occupational Therapist supporting adolescents and adults with neurological or psychosocial disability through trauma-informed care.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA) and supported independent living (SIL) assessments
    - Complex mental health therapy plans for teens and adults
    - Capacity-building therapy and clinical leadership

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    Katherine

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Allied Health Team Leader & Senior Occupational Therapist with expertise in complex disability, and multidisciplinary care across children, adolescents and adults.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA), SIL, Home & Living, and Assistive Technology.
    - Autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, and psychosocial disability.
    - Capacity building, sensory regulation, & therapy plans.

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    Liam

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Bachelor of Communications graduate experienced in disability support, Aboriginal community engagement, and supporting adolescents and adults with complex disabilities.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Activity-based, strengths-focused support.
    - Community participation, outdoor engagement, and healthy lifestyle habits.
    - Capacity building for adolescents and adults with complex disabilities.

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    Ciara

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Senior Occupational Therapist specialising in complex disability, assistive technology, and home modifications. Works closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred care.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Functional Capacity Assessments and reports (FCA, SIL, SDA, Home & Living).
    - Assistive technology, equipment prescription, and home modifications. - Therapy plans, capacity building, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

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    Emerald

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Bachelor of Biomedicine and Biotechnology student. Certificate III in Personal Training. Experienced supporting people with neurodevelopmental and physical disabilities.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Routine and daily living support. Transport and community access. Social engagement and personal wellbeing for adolescents and adults.
    - Multidisciplinary trained for collaborative care. Active recreation and fitness-based capacity building.

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    Eabha

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Bachelor Occupational Therapy, First Class Honours with Research Dissertation. Occupational Therapist supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents and adults with cognitive and neurological support needs.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA), and Supported Independent Living (SIL) reports.
    - Equipment prescription, and community access assessment
    - Specialist in adolescents and young adults.

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    Eleanor

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Senior Occupational Therapist supporting adolescents and adults with complex neurological, cognitive and mental health needs.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
    - Supported Independent Living (SIL) and home assessments.
    - Experienced working with complex care and large multidisciplinary teams.
    - Therapy plans, group facilitator

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    Niamh

    SPEECH PATHOLOGIST

    Delivering assessment and therapy for children, adolescents and adults with communication, behavioural, and learning differences.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Speech sound and language development
    - Social communication and interaction skills
    - Neurodevelopmental differences and learning support
    - Collaborative intervention across home, school and community

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    Amy

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Bachelor of Science in Psychology (ongoing). Children's Nurse Assistant in hospital and community. Holistic, person-centred approach to mental health and complex care.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Emotional regulation and functional capacity building.
    - Personal and complex home care support.
    - Community participation and social engagement.
    - Family-centred support for children and adults.

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    Harrison

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Compassionate Support Worker passionate about building genuine connections, promoting independence and providing respectful, person-centred care.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Daily living assistance, personal care and mobility support.
    - Complex care, home assistance, and community participation.
    - Promoting confidence, choice and greater independence in everyday life.

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    Jennifer

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Disability and home-care support worker providing compassionate, practical care in home and community. Supporting personal wellbeing, independence and routines.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Personal care and daily living assistance. Medication support and health appointments. Domestic assistance and meal preparation.
    - Community access, transport and social participation. Emotional support and companionship.

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    Matt

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Mental health and neurodivergence support for adolescents and adults. Building connection through clients' strengths and interests.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Neurodivergence and Autism Spectrum Disorder
    - Mental health and psychosocial support
    - Adolescent capacity building and skill development
    - Community participation and strengths-based engagement

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    Roselyne

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Master of Social Work qualified. Experienced in mental health, disability and complex care. Trauma-informed care, to build independence, safety and meaningful community connection.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Mental health and psychosocial support.
    - PEG feeding and medication administration.
    - Personal care and manual handling.
    - Crisis response and community participation.

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    Mary

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Certificate IV in Community Services. Senior support worker and team leader with over 10 years’ experience across disability, mental health and Supported Independent Living.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Mental health and complex disability support. SIL and life-skills development.
    - Medication administration and personal care. Epilepsy and dysphagia support. Community participation and collaboration with families and allied health teams.

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    Shayna

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY STUDENT (Final Year)

    Experienced Allied Health Assistant and Support Worker in her final year of study. Comfortable working with a range of disabilities, including physical and cognitive.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Therapy implementation with the allied health team
    - Experienced working with kids, adolescents and adults.
    - Community participation and social engagement.

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    Greg

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Fitness professional with 20+ years' experience. Mental health trained, integrating movement and wellbeing. Supports adolescents and adults with complex mental health.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Mental health-informed movement and regulation
    - Strength, conditioning and functional capacity Adolescent and adult complex mental health
    - 1:1 and group-based programs

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    Rachel

    OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

    Senior Occupational Therapist supporting children, adolescents and adults with complex neurological and disability-related needs, locally and via telehealth.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
    - Supported Independent Living (SIL) assessments
    - Assistive equipment prescription and home modifications

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    Nick

    SUPPORT WORKER

    First Class Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Research thesis on mindfulness and wellbeing. Mental health coach and professional private chef.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Psychosocial (mental health) support and wellbeing
    - Emotion regulation and capacity building through everyday strategies
    - Community participation and social engagement for adolescents and adults

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    George

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Bachelor of Music (Contemporary Performance). Graduate Diploma in Psychology, Mental Health trained. Experienced supporting children, teens and adults.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Strengths-based capacity building and regulation
    - Creative engagement through music and interests.
    - Support for children, adolescents and adults
    - Community participation and social connection.

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    Jett

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Calm, compassionate Support Worker experienced in supporting adolescents and adults through personal care, and community access, with a strong focus on empathy.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Personal care, in-home support and community access. Supporting adolescents and adults with daily routines, independence and wellbeing.
    - Fitness and movement support, with a focus on confidence, participation and positive outcomes.

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    Dorcas

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Experienced in stroke, neurological, and complex care. Supports independence, dignity, and safe living. Skilled in in-home care, medication, & manual handling.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Stroke & neurological support.
    - Personal care, mobility & transfers.
    - Medication & daily living routines.
    - Community access & behaviour support

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    Eric

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Certificate Ill in Individual Support. Support worker experienced providing care to adults and older people with physical and mental disabilities.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Disability and community care support. Personal care, mobility and daily living assistance.
    - Supporting older adults and people with disability.
    - Languages: English (Fluent) and Spanish (Conversational).

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    Sadie

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Disability Support Worker for kids, teens and adults. Skilled in personal care, manual handling, PEG feeding and catheter care, with a strong focus on independence and quality of life.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Daily living assistance, personal care and mobility support.
    - Complex care, home assistance, and community participation.
    - Promoting confidence, choice and greater independence in everyday life.

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    Alex

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Experienced disability worker assisting adults with mental health and daily living needs. Calm, proactive and focused on building independence.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Mental health and psychosocial support. Medication assistance and documentation.
    - Meal preparation and household routines.
    - Community access and daily living skills.

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    Ruth

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Experienced in stroke recovery, aged care, and daily living support. Promotes independence, dignity, and client choice.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Personal care and daily living assistance. Community and social participation.
    - Medication prompting and wellbeing monitoring.
    - Strengths-based support to build confidence and independence.

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    Jennifer

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Bachelor of Nursing student. Certificate Ill in Individual Support. Experienced in home-based care and supporting families with complex daily needs.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Personal care and daily living support.
    - Medication organisation and health monitoring.
    - Peg feeding and safe manual handling.
    - Domestic assistance to support family routines. In-home and community care.

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    SUPPORT WORKER

    Social Worker with experience supporting people with disability, complex needs, and vulnerable communities. Passionate about advocacy and independence.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Strengths-based care focused on capacity building and independence.
    - Assessment, advocacy, and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
    - Experience with psychosocial disability, community participation, and care coordination.

  • Meaalofa

    SUPPORT WORKER

    Support worker experienced in disability and psychosocial support, providing dignified care that promotes independence, wellbeing and meaningful participation.

    AREAS OF PRACTICE
    - Psychosocial and disability support.
    - Daily living and personal care assistance.
    - Community participation and social engagement.
    - Supporting emotional wellbeing and routine stability.
    - Collaborating with families and care teams.