Grow your support team

Building the right support for a meaningful life

Man with down syndrome with a good support team

Resources for growing your supports

A support team consists of paid and unpaid supports, having the right support can make all the difference.

These resources can help you directly employ support workers and build a strong support team that reflects your needs, values and choices.

Ultimately, you are in charge.

Downloadable resources

  • Choosing my supports

    A workbook to guide you in choosing supports that align with your needs, preferences and goals.

    Download workbook
  • Insider information booklet

    A template to help you record and share key information for consistent, personalised support.

    Download booklet

Video resources

  • Support worker training: shift notes

  • Support worker training: person centred support

  • Support worker training: work health and safety

  • Support worker training: restrictive practice

  • Support worker training: changing attitudes to disability

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