Posts by David Carmody

Wednesday the 28th September 2022 will see some of our Rocky Bay customers move into their own home for the first time. Most of these customers have been in different facilities over their lives receiving care for their disability – but now, now they get to open the door to their new home and live … Read more

September 8 was World Physical Therapy Day – a day to acknowledge the hard work and dedication shown by Physiotherapists. Physios help their customers regain some independence, confidence and mobility whilst assisting them to reach set goals. The different kinds of Physical Therapy that can assist customers is ever evolving. Rocky Bay Physiotherapist, Ellen Phillips, … Read more

Forget long waitlists to get your feet the help they need – Rocky Bay’s Podiatry team have appointments available now.  Podiatry is a therapy that helps treat issues that relate to the foot, ankle and lower limb. Common podiatry treatments include ingrown toenails, corns, hard skin removal, orthotics, paediatric gait evaluation and more.   Rocky … Read more

Rocky Bay has an exceptional Paediatric Continence Nurse in Rob Dyke. Rob has been a Paediatric Nurse for seventeen years and gained his continence nurse consultant badge in 2015. Rob’s exceptional ability to connect with his young customers and make them feel comfortable, along with his knowledge and efficiency, has seen him become well renowned … Read more

Living with a disability can be a challenging road, with many hurdles along the way. The resilience of those living with a disability can be quite extraordinary, and to see the world through their eyes can help build the understanding and respect these incredible individuals deserve. A tale of resilience is exactly what one of … Read more

Support workers are the backbone of any disability organisation. Support work can be equally rewarding as it can be challenging, and the commitment and dedication required for this role is something to be celebrated.   Individuals who undertake support work are passionate about making a real difference to improve the quality of life and independence of … Read more