Able Australia Services

Able Australia Services is a long-standing non-profit organisation that provides services to people living with multiple disabilities including deafblindness.
History
In 1967, an outbreak of rubella caused children to be born with multi-sensory disabilities and other disabilities. The group eventually came to be known as The Deafblind Association. In 2006, the name of the organisation was changed to Able Australia.
Today, Able Australia Services provides a range of services for people with a range of multiple disabilities including deafblindness.
Vision, Mission and Value
The vision of Able Australia Service is creating a community where people with multiple disabilities including deafblindness are seen, heard, respected, valued, and connected.
It's mission is to help people with multiple disabilities including deafblindness, supporting them in achieving self-fulfilment and connection with the greater community.

The values of Able Australia Services are the three Ps which include passion, purpose, and people. Firstly, Able Australians are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, the heritage of the organisation and the possiblities that the future holds. Secondly, Able Australians believe in what they do, applying their diverse skills, commitment and expertise in communication to connect people with the wide community. Thirdly, Able Australians value and respect the skills, compassion and rights of all people: the people who they work with, the people they support, and the people who generously support them.
Funding
Able Australia receives funding from both the government and fundraising activities including:
# The Australian Charity Wine Auction
# Mail Campaigns
# Sponsorships
# Pledge donations
# Bequests

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