Yooralla has been appointed by the Department of Education and Training (DET) to manage a new trial to support children with additional needs in early childhood.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Yooralla’s response

Yooralla’s Emergency Team has executed a comprehensive response to the pandemic which continues to support our customers, staff and community over this time

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We support people with disability of all ages and needs in their homes and the community with quality services. Established in 1918, we are one of Victoria's largest and oldest not-for-profit disability service providers.

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Yooralla’s free guide on the NDIS for your child

This easy to follow guide is based on Yooralla’s experience with the NDIS and working with families and children.

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News & Media

Read the latest news, blogs and statistics from Yooralla. Learn about disability from the personal experiences of people with disability, carers and the wider community.

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01 April 2021

World Autism Awareness Day: The importance of early intervention

World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated on 2 April each year aiming to increase the community's awareness and understanding of ASD

24 March 2021

Rescue dog great company for Yooralla customers during lockdown

Ten-year-old Honey was adopted as a puppy from Starting Over Dog Rescue to keep the five residents at the property company.

19 March 2021

3 myths about Down syndrome: A mother’s perspective

“If anything, comparing Ezra to his sister, I would say that there are a lot more similarities than differences. Both are just typical 20-something adults,” said Lynn.

18 March 2021

The input of the YCPAC members strengthens decision making at Yooralla and provides valuable reviews of core business processes and strategy.

02 March 2021

Yooralla partners with Monash University to develop My Allied Health Space

Yooralla customer Chris took part in the project, representing NDIS participants with lived experience.

01 March 2021

Empowering through powered mobility

The Therapy team work closely with people with disability and their families to prescribe and utilise the powered mobility that works best to support them to achieve their goals.

01 March 2021

Kara gets her dream job in open employment

To celebrate Zero Discrimination Day this year, we are profiling Kara – a former Yooralla supported employee, who recently landed her “dream job” in open employment.

01 March 2021

Terry Symonds commences work as Yooralla’s CEO

Terry commenced his professional career in the not-for-profit disability sector in Brisbane and now returns to the disability sector with Yooralla.

24 February 2021

Yooralla receives Public Advocate’s Award 2021

Yooralla was recognised by the OPA for our outstanding contribution to improving the lives and outcomes for people with disability.

24 February 2021

Keeping you informed about the COVID-19 Vaccination - Update

You can find links below that will provide you with additional information about the COVID-19 vaccine roll out in Australia.

24 February 2021

Keeping you informed about the COVID-19 Vaccination

We will keep you informed about the COVID-19 vaccination roll out as this happens and as more information becomes available. Below are some introductory videos about the vaccination in Australia.