Read Differently: The Australian Autism Handbook
As we approach International Autism Awareness Day on April 2nd, it is important to reflect on the experiences of individuals and families affected by autism. To celebrate this day, Maple
Shawn’s Impact with Maple Scholarship 2023
Shawn Phua, the recent winner of the 2023 Maple Scholarship Program, has dedicated his studies towards making a lasting impact on the community through his education. He is currently pursuing
The Amazing Benefits of Guide Dogs for the Blind
A person’s life can be affected in many ways by having a vision impairment. But there are many ways to get around some of the challenges and limitations that vision
Significance of Celebrating Eid with Disability Community
The significance of celebrating Eid with the disability community cannot be overstated. Muslims around the world look forward to Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha as joyous occasions to come together,
A Fijian Indian Muslim Employee’s Story in Maple
As a Fijian Indian Muslim, Faheem Khan, an Account Officer at Maple Community Services, comes from a distinct cultural background. His cultural and religious identity is strongly influenced by Indian
How a Polish-Australian Found Her Voice and Confidence with Maple
Karissa, a Polish Australian woman living with intellectual and mental disabilities, exemplifies Maple Community Service’s commitment to assist clients coming from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Karissa’s relationship with Maple
Remembering Disabled Veterans on Anzac Day
What is Anzac Day? In Australia and New Zealand, Anzac Day is a national holiday on 25th April, to remember all Australians and New Zealanders who served in or died
Marking One Month Milestone Of Jon’s Success
 Friday is here so we thought we’ll share a wonderful news with you today! It is about our dearest Client, Jon who’s from Western Sydney. Jon has Asperger syndrome,
Jeffrey’s Journey: Life, Love, and Down Syndrome
World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is an international awareness day observed on March 21st each year. This day is celebrated to raise public awareness about Down
Navigating the Core Support and Capacity Building Funding in your NDIS plan
Introduction to the NDIS The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government-funded program in Australia that aims to provide support to individuals with permanent and significant disabilities, including options
Accessible Ways of Observing Ramadan
Ramadan is a Holy month in the Islamic Calendar in which all Muslims across the globe observe. It is one of the five Islamic pillars, and is a special time
Alternate Dispute Resolution Process established to address NDIS appeals results in drastic reduction in the number of cases before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).
Alternate Dispute Resolution Process established to address NDIS appeals results in drastic reduction in the number of cases before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). The Hon. Bill Shorten MP, Minister