Our blogs
March 2025
Supporting young people with disability to vote
If you’re over 18 and an Australian citizen, it’s compulsory to vote. Young people with disability can vote, including those with intellectual disability. You can help your young person to enrol to vote, and support them to vote in an...Read more about Supporting young people with disability to vote
A new look for ACD
You may have noticed that things are looking a little different for our organisation. Time for change After consulting with our board, staff and the families we support, we have shortened our name to ACD and changed our appearance. We...Read more about A new look for ACD
December 2024
Accessible outings with Changing Places
Did you know, there are now 300 Changing Places in Australia, including 135 in Victoria? Accessible facilities like these give children with high support needs and their carers, families and support workers confidence. They allow families and children to participate...Read more about Accessible outings with Changing Places
August 2024
Toilet training children with disability
Toilet training children with disability or developmental delays is a milestone many parents can feel pressured to reach. When your child has a disability or developmental delay, it can be even more challenging, as they often need additional support, and...Read more about Toilet training children with disability
May 2024
Puberty and disability: start the journey
The pre-and teen years and the onset of puberty are anxious times for many parents. If your child has a disability, there can be added challenges and you may be wondering where to start and how best to prepare yourself...Read more about Puberty and disability: start the journey
