Melissa kicks work experience goals

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This year has had a big impact on the way we live, work and access the community due to COVID-19, but for 19-year-old Melissa Tredoux, it sure hasn’t stopped her working toward her goal of meaningful employment! Since graduating from Belridge High School in 2019, Melissa, who has Down syndrome, became an active participant in … Read more

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Meet Amy – Advanced Clinician Assistive Technology

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Having recently added Specialist Disability Accommodation and home modification assessments to a growing list of services, Rocky Bay now have a dedicated Advanced Clinician in Assistive Technology in Amy Savourey, who provides customers with high-quality support in Assistive Technology (AT). Amy has worked as an Occupation Therapist (OT) for 10 years, and in her role … Read more

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NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission update

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As part of Western Australia’s transition to the NDIS, from 1 December 2020 the National Quality and Safeguarding Commission (the Commission) will introduce new safeguarding regulations for disability service providers, such as Rocky Bay, in WA. The new regulations mean improved safety and better services for all NDIS participants. This includes the introduction of rules … Read more

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Inaugural NAIDOC Week celebrations at Rocky Bay

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Rocky Bay’s Mosman Park hub was a hive of activity on Thursday 12 November, with the organisation holding its first NAIDOC Week event. Mayor Brad Pettitt was joined by Rocky Bay CEO, Michael Tait, the Rocky Bay Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Committee, staff, customers and members of the public for the launch of Rocky Bay’s … Read more

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Looking for better ways

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Consistent with Rocky Bay’s commitment to always deliver customer-focused services, the on-boarding process for new customers with an NDIS plan has been simplified to allow new customers to start their services as soon as possible. Previously, new customers would contact the Customer Engagement team and commence the on-boarding process over the phone. The information gathered … Read more

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Meet Chanel – Community Team Leader in Mandurah

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If you receive Community services from Rocky Bay’s Mandurah hub, you would already be aware of the many fun and engaging programs we offer. Our Community team can support you to participate in various activities and programs including Gardening Gurus, Music & Movement and Drama Group. Meet Chanel, who is Rocky Bay’s Community Team Leader … Read more

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Rocky Bay welcomes new Board member

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Rocky Bay is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Tricia Murray AM to its Board. Experienced in leading social and community service organisations, Ms Murray brings with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the areas of social work, child and family services, and leading multi-faceted community organisations. Ms Murray is the Chief … Read more

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Support Rocky Bay with Containers for Change

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WA’s new drink container deposit scheme Containers for Change is here – and Rocky Bay are proud to be a registered donation point for the recycling program! Did you know WA uses more than 1.3 billion eligible drink containers each year? That’s enough to line a path from Perth to Broome! We can all do … Read more

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Carers Week 2020 – A carer’s perspective

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It’s National Carer’s Week from 11 to 17 October, a chance to recognise the 2.65 million unpaid carers in Australia who provide support to family and friends. Matt Lynch is a carer for Dyan, his wife of 30 years, who lives with severe encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). Rocky Bay also supports Dyan with therapy services. … Read more

Our focus on accessible living

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Having recently added home modification assessments and Specialist Disability Accommodation housing (SDA) to a growing list of services, Rocky Bay now have a dedicated Advanced Clinician Assistive Technology and Advanced Clinician Home Modifications and SDA, who will provide customers with high-quality support in Assistive Technology (AT), home modifications and SDA assessments. Rocky Bay’s Advanced Clinician … Read more

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