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The Hidden Strain: Understanding the Physiological Stress on Mothers of Autistic Children
Caring for a child with autism is a journey filled with love, dedication, and countless rewards. However, it also comes with significant challenges that can take a toll on the health and well-being of mothers who shoulder the responsibility of caregiving. In this...
Mornington Peninsula Disability Expo Wrap Up
The 2nd SASI Mornington Peninsula Disability Expo recently held at the Peninsula Community Theatre was a monumental success, showcasing 42 exhibitors and welcoming over 450 attendees from the local community. This event provided a fantastic opportunity for...
Eric & SLES Interview
The transition from school life to our first job interview can be a path paved in self-doubt, fear, confusion and uncertainty for anyone. The loss of routine and familiarity, can throw young autistic adults into a spin or often in to the refuge of staying at home....
Mornington Peninsula Disability Expo 2024
Join us at the Mornington Peninsula Disability Expo June 22nd. The upcoming Mornington Peninsula Disability Expo will bring together some of the best local service providers on the Peninsula. If you’re looking for disability support services then we’d love to see...
Independence Australia Group and SASI join forces
Independence Australia Group Pty (IAG) and Statewide Autistic Services (SASI) are pleased to announce our discussion about joining forces are proceeding with both Boards approving the signing of a merger agreement. We are looking to combine our two organisations...
Autism and School attendance
The good old saying ‘parenting doesn’t come with a handbook’ and I'm sure we all agree it should. One of the biggest challenges I personally faced with my son was school attendance. He is 17 and he never attended a whole week of school in all of his school years.
When your home becomes a workplace
Carers are already at risk of carer burnout and now we manage staff, their job responsibilities, rosters, service agreements….the list can go on and on. I want to share some processes we put in place that helped us to manage staff in the home.
SASI in talks to join forces with Independence Australia Group Pty (IAG)
Statewide Autistic Services (SASI) and Independence Australia Group Pty (IAG) are pleased to announce we are in discussion about joining forces. The joint goal is to maintain, enhance and expand services to our current and future service users. IAG is a social...
The Silent Sibling
Young carers provide support to parents, siblings, grandparents or other family members who live with a disability. Often they put their own needs last due to the significant amount of support the person living with a disability needs. Young carers face social isolation, poor health/hygiene and difficulties living as a ‘normal teenager’ transitioning into adulthood.
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