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Novita supports over 5,000 kids, young people and adults living with disability and their families across South Australia and Far West New South Wales.

Our team of expert staff includes rehabilitation medical specialists, paediatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech pathologists, psychologists, social workers, orthotists, rehabilitation engineers and dieticians, who work together with families to give children the best start to life possible. We also provide service coordination and planning support, making your experience wi

th Novita as easy as possible. Novita also works with the latest research, equipment and technologies, helping our kids, young people and adults access every aspect of life – whether they’re at home, kindy, school, on the job or on the sports field.

05/12/2024

Taylah has been working hard to achieve her goals, and we’re so proud of everything she’s done!

Not long ago, traveling on her own by bus or train was something Taylah found challenging. Now, she confidently navigates public transport all by herself 🚉

Taylah’s also been busy making new friends and building her social skills - joining in cooking groups 🍳, going on fun outings, and spending time with her peers at Novita. These experiences are supporting her to become more independent and to build a connection with her local community.

We’re excited to see what Taylah does next and are proud to support her along the way. Keep up the amazing work, Taylah! 🌟

[Image descriptions: Image one – a young woman in a pink jumper shows off her train ticket. Image two – a young woman waits for the train to arrive. Image three – a young woman is about to board a train with her friend. Both are wearing backpacks. Image four – a young woman in a pink jumper walks along a jetty with several friends.]

27/11/2024

Long time Novita client, Dom is building his confidence to pursue his dreams. His goal is to find a job, just like his friends who have graduated. Recently, Dom joined our Transition to Work (TTW) program, which provides school leavers with essential job-ready skills, and he's already making great progress.

Through TTW, Dom is developing his skills in customer service, teamwork, and leadership - all important steps toward his dream role, whether in retail or as an Outside School House Care (OSHC) Educator 💼

Pushing himself out of his comfort zone, Dom took the stage at our Halloween event, delivering a fantastic performance that had everyone cheering! 🎃👻 This was a big step in boosting his confidence, showing just how far he's come and the determination he brings to every new challenge.

“It’s okay to feel nervous when starting something new, but you can do it! The TTW program has helped me feel more confident and ready to take on new challenges. There are so many opportunities out there, and I’m excited to keep learning and growing!” says Dom ✨.

We’re so proud of you, Dom! Keep shining – the best is yet to come! 🌟

[Image 1: Dom singing a Halloween song on stage, with everyone dancing and enjoying the spooky vibes, Image 2: Dom striking a pose for the camera, fully embracing the Halloween spirit in his costume, Image 3: Dom and his support worker unloading all the equipment from the van, getting everything ready for the event.]

14/11/2024

Shelice and Callum cook up a storm! 💚💚

Clients at our Kadina hub are encouraged to work towards independence goals through a range of different and engaging activities. Shelice and Callum enjoy cooking, and have been busy working in the kitchen to create fun and delicious meals for the hub to enjoy 👨‍🍳🍳

We enjoy working with clients to determine their goals and provide them with opportunities to fulfil them through meaningful and engaging activities. The newly renovated kitchen space has provided ample amounts of space to cook, create and work towards creating and maintaining important life skills.

We can't wait to see more of Shelice and Callum's culinary creations in the future!

[Image descriptions: (image one): four people smile at the camera with balloons in the background, (image two): a plate of green food is served on a table]

12/11/2024

DJ Shep is SUCH a vibe. He doesn’t just play tracks – he owns the room! 😎

DJ Shep is working toward his dream of becoming a professional DJ. Recently, he played an epic set at one of our community hubs for Halloween 🎃🎶

“I love remixing tracks and experimenting with different styles like House, Trap, and Bass House... and I always strive to do my best. I am who I am,” says DJ Shep. 🎧

DJ Shep has been with Novita for 2 years and attends the Transition to Work program which supports young people living with disability to gain employment.

Through his music, he’s learning how to regulate his emotions, express his feelings, and connect with others. With every beat he drops, he’s not only building confidence but also making new friends. His goal? To keep growing and become even more social.

We couldn’t be prouder of you, DJ Shep! Keep shining, keep slaying, and keep inspiring others with your incredible tunes! 🌟

[Image descriptions: Image one - A young man wearing a jacket, standing in front of his DJ decks. Image two - A young man actively performing a DJ set. Image three - Two young men posing for the camera.]

05/11/2024

9-year-old Soccer fan Brooklyn just achieved something amazing! He was awarded a Child and Youth Award for his courage, strength, and determination at school 🏆⭐

For the past three years, Brooklyn has been working hard with his speech pathologist, Eliza, to improve his language and speech skills.

Brooklyn rarely complains and shows determination when faced with challenges during his sessions where he works on pronunciation and letter formations, which assists him with his schoolwork.

All of his hard work led to the proud moment when he received his award at Government House with his family there to celebrate!

Congratulations, Brooklyn! Keep up the hard work as you meet your educational goals! 🎉

[Image descriptions - Image 1: The boy is writing at a desk, while the young woman beside him smiles and watches. A Novita laptop and an award are on the table. Image 2: Close-up of the boy’s hands as he writes, with a young woman pointing to his paper. A whiteboard and markers are in the background. Image 3: A boy with short blonde hair smiles holding an award. Image 4: A boy with short blonde hair smiles at a young woman across the table in a classroom setting.]

23/10/2024

Sarah is full of life with a bubbly personality that lights up every room. Whether it’s family gatherings, community activities, or outings with friends, Sarah is always the life of the party 🎉💃

Recently, she had a fantastic day at the nail salon 💅🏻 with one of her best friends who she met through Novita.

With support from our staff, Sarah is working towards some exciting goals. As she builds new friendships, Sarah is becoming more aware of personal space and why it's important to respect boundaries. She's also exploring employment opportunities with the Novita coffee van as she works towards becoming more independent.

Through fun activities like art and crafts, Sarah is identifying more colours and gaining confidence in making choices. Sarah’s favorite phrase is, “Give everything a go, and try your best!” which truly reflects her determination and positivity.

Keep up the awesome work, Sarah!

[ (image one): Sarah and her best friend are enjoying a foot spa session. (image two) Sarah in a pink t-shirt smiling brightly. ]

16/10/2024

Meet Tristan, a bright and cheerful 16-year-old with cerebral palsy who is working towards his dream of becoming a professional model 🌟

With the support of his physical and occupational therapists, Tristan has been working hard to build his independence to achieve this goal.

During an intensive period of therapy over the school holiday’s, Tristan has learned to buckle his seatbelt on his own 🚗 and can now use adaptive tools to make mealtimes easier 🌭🥦

These small steps are making a BIG difference. With every new skill he masters, Tristan is gaining more confidence and independence as he looks forward to the future.

We're so proud of how far you’ve come in such a short time, Tristan! We’re sure we’ll see you on the cover of a fashion magazine soon.

26/09/2024

Say hello to Millie, a talented 18-year-old artist with a passion for illustration and creativity! 🎨✨

Like many others in the creative community, Millie has faced challenges with imposter syndrome and self-doubt. However, since joining Novita, she has embraced her artistic side thanks to guidance from her Novita support workers and encouragement from her peers.

Millie's hard work and dedication to her art led her to participate in her first SALA art exhibition this year with Novita, where she proudly sold her very first original art piece!

Millie’s artistic journey began in primary school where she would draw her favourite anime characters. Anime continues to be a source of artistic inspiration for her, from early favourites like “Little Witch Academia” to her current obsession, “Demon Slayer.”

“My next goal is to run my own art business," Millie shares, inspired by the friends she’s made in the Transition To Work program and her love for art. 🖌️💖

While she hasn’t started selling her work just yet, Millie is planning to establish her online presence on Instagram soon under the handle - https://www.instagram.com/justwisteriaartz/ . She looks forward to creating and selling posters, keychains, tote bags, and more - both online and at local events like Adelaide’s Anime and Video Game Festival.

We’re incredibly proud of Millie and can’t wait to see where her artistic journey takes her next!

18/09/2024

From finding it difficult to use the right-side of her body to now walking, running, climbing, hopping, and skipping with confidence, Montanna has been on journey of growth and achievement since joining us in 2020 🌟

As she lives with cerebral palsy, Montanna's therapy goals have been centered around developing her movement skills, improving her posture, and building her independence in everyday tasks – like cooking delicious pancakes 🥞

Montanna's therapists say her hard work and commitment to therapy mean she can now join in with her active family life, play with her two older sisters, and participate fully in the classroom 😊🎉

Montanna's next goal is to master riding a 2-wheel bike independently - an exciting milestone for any kid! 🚴‍♀️

We are so proud of Montanna and can’t wait to see all the amazing things she will continue to achieve ✨💪

[image description: (image one) A young lady in a floral dress is eating a pancake, (image two) three young ladies are smiling at the camera against a yellow background, (image three) A young lady in a floral dress is smiling against a yellow background.]

12/09/2024

17-year-old Lachlan has his eyes on the prize 🥇🏸

Since 2023, Lachlan has been playing para-badminton and has competed in tournaments around Australia and on the international stage. Initially a cricket star, Lachlan decided to give para-Badminton a go, and excelled 🏆💯

‘I enjoy being active and have always wanted to play sport at a high level,’ Lachlan says. 🏸🏸

On perfecting his form and athleticism, Lachlan says that attending Novita since a young age has supported his passion and ability to play sports at a high level 🏆💜

Reaching his goals to be an elite athlete hasn’t always been easy but has been ultimately rewarding for Lachlan who won two gold medals in the Australia Para Nationals earlier this year 🥇🏸

‘Novita has supported me throughout my life. I’ve had a lot of physio and serial castings – with orthotics as well. Utilising these services has supported my legs to grow as strong as possible,' Lachlan says 🏆💜

‘My advice for young para-athletes would be to find a sport you enjoy both training and competing in. The right coaches will also help you reach whatever stage you want to compete in.’ 🏆💯

Next on Lachlan’s checklist is to win a medal at the Japan Para badminton International being held at the end of October. After that, the sky is limitless 🥇💯

‘My long-term goal is to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.' 💯🏸

And we can’t wait to see you there, Lachlan! 💜🦅

Image description: [Image one: a young man in a white t-shirt and green shorts plays badminton. Image two: a young boy is being fitted for orthotics in a white room. Image three: a young man smiling in front of a blue background wearing two gold medals around his neck.]

11/09/2024

“One of my goals is to become a chef!” Campbell says 🌟

Over the past few months, Campbell has been perfecting his cooking skills as part of our Transtion To Work program which supports people with disability to achieve their employment goals.

Not only is Campbell gaining valuable work experience and building job-ready skills as part of the program, he’s also discovering the satisfaction of cooking independently. Recently, he mastered his favourite meal - Spaghetti Bolognese with Meatballs 🍝 - made completely from scratch.

Since joining us, Campbell's confidence has grown, and he’s now feeling empowered to explore and excel in future job opportunities.

We’re incredibly proud of Campbell’s journey so far and we’d love for you to share your message of support in the comments below as he continues to work towards his goals of joining the hospitality industry 👨‍🍳🔪🥕

[image description: (image one)a young man in a beige, branded t-shirt is smiling at the camera against a yellow background, (image two) a young man in a beige, branded t-shirt is serving brownies in a cafe.]

04/09/2024

Last Friday night at the MOD. museum, DJ Deb aka DJ Dibbles hit the decks performing a set for The Heart Beat Club by Tutti Arts, a club night run by and for people with disability. 🎛️🎵

Deb has been working towards her goal of becoming a DJ as part of our ‘Stepping into the Future’ initiative which supports people who live with disability to achieve their individual goals while making friends and feeling part of the community.

What Deb enjoys most about being a DJ is exploring different venues, seeing people happy and dancing, and listening to other DJ's perform. 🎼💃

Keep the energy going, Deb! We can't wait to see where you perform again soon.

01/09/2024

The 2024 Paralympics begin this week in Paris, and we can’t wait to see the green and gold compete with the best! This year’s Australian Paralympic Team motto is , showcasing the diverse abilities of our elite para-athletes, and inspiring us to dream what our team could do with the full weight of the nation behind them.

Angus Hincksman will represent us at the Paralympics for the first time, having secured his place in the T38 class 1500m metre athletics event 🏃💛💚💜

Angus has received physio and orthotics support from Novita recently, alongside speech pathology when he was younger. He also received advice about undergoing classification so that he could compete against others with similar abilities, putting him on an even playing field with his peers.

Angus has been hard at work for many years chasing his Paralympic dream, making tough decisions and sacrifices along the way, but he believes it’s all been worth it.

'Who could turn down trips to altitude training, or trips to the USA, London, Switzerland and Paris? These experiences have helped me to develop both as an athlete, and as a person' Angus says.

’I love Para Athletics because we help one another, and you get to learn about other disabilities, we have a good culture of acceptance and caring.’

‘My advice is to give everything a go, you don’t truly know what you are capable of until you try. People (even well-intentioned people) will try to tell you what you can and can’t do. Yes, as a para-athlete you can get on a bicycle even with no core control, yes as an amputee you can run, jump and throw. My movement has improved with the repetition of my training, don’t be afraid to do sports it’s actually the best physiotherapy (and way more fun!)’

’Don’t limit yourself, give things a go, and challenge yourself!’

Keep an eye out for Angus when he takes on the world this Paralympics! We’re sure you’ll do us, and Australia proud 💛💚💜

[Image description]: A man in a blue and white running top and blue shorts is running around a blue track, in front of one man also wearing a blue and white running top, and in front of another man wearing a white and green singlet and black shorts. There is a stand full of spectators in the background, and a photographer taking photos of other racers.

28/08/2024

To our Australian Paralympic Team athletes, we're cheering you on from home in so many ways!

Some of us might say it out loud, some of us might sing it, while others might use a communication device to turn our words into speech, or a sign to encourage you to do your best!

These are just a few of the many ways we communicate, but no matter how we show our support, know that we’re all behind you - encouraging you to at the Paralympic Games.

[Video description: Novita clients send a message of support to the Australian Paralympic Team using different types of communication.]

22/08/2024

Declyn's smile and positive energy are infectious to the community in Kadina 😀💜

In his therapy sessions, Declyn works towards being more independent by learning to complete day-to-day tasks and regulating his emotions. A friendly face around our Novita hub, Declyn enjoys working with his support team to find ways to reach his goals 🧩🎲

'One of my goals is to access the community and be better at everyday tasks,' Declyn says.

'I see my support worker Lucy for two hours every Friday to go out into the community. We also play games that help me work on therapy goals including emotional regulating, independent living skills, and understanding winning and losing.' 😀💜

A creative way Declyn learns about independence and care for others is through his love for animals 🐇🐈🐕

'I love being able to access the community and by visiting the local pet store and the Wallaroo Holiday Park petting zoo,' Declyn says 💜🐇🐈

'I also regularly look after my uncle's dogs after school or therapy, which has been great for working towards independence and learning to care about others.'

Declyn's kind and caring nature is what makes him a valued part of our Novita community. We are so proud of what he has accomplished, and look forward to seeing him continue to reach his goals in the future 💯💯💜

[Image description: (image one) a boy wearing a black jumper stands in front of a purple wall while holding a pink stuffed toy, (image two) a boy wearing a black jumper plays a game of cards with a woman in a purple polo shirt.]

15/08/2024

Tom has a strong passion for football and his dream is to become a professional AFL commentator in the future. This Saturday, he has been chosen to represent Novita at the Central District Football Club Novita Charity Match 🏈💫

'I love football, so having the opportunity to participate in this way is something I'm very proud of,' Tom says.

Since joining our Transition to Work program, Tom has made remarkable progress by actively building his skills and confidence, pursuing a part-time job, and engaging with the community. Through the program, he’s been able to gain the confidence to showcase his skills on the radio too 📻💬

'Being on the radio was great fun,' Tom says 🏈💫

The Central District Football Club has proudly partnered with Novita since 2009 to promote inclusivity in the world of sport. We are excited to see Tom represent Novita on the field and can’t wait to see him continue to achieve his goals! 🌟🙌

[Image Description One: Two young men are sitting in a grandstand. One of them has his arms folded, while the other is holding an AFL football. Image Description Two: A young man, wearing a blue, red, and white striped AFL jersey, is preparing to kick a football. Image Description Three: Two young men are passing an AFL football to each other.]

07/08/2024

One thing to know about our Novita client Louise is that she absolutely loves her footy and is passionate about including everyone on the team. No matter their ability, Louise believes that everyone deserves a fair shot and opportunity to participate in sports 🏈💜

'While I love my footy, I am fully aware that I do have more difficulty playing than my peers - and this is something I want to see changed,' she says 🏈💜

'The gap between inclusive and mainstream sports is glaringly obvious and I'm working towards bridging this by finding opportunities for athletes to play in mixed and inclusive leagues' 💪💜

In 2021, Louise helped establish the ROOSQUAD an inclusive football team at the Morphettville Park Football Club to encourage athletes of all abilities to have a go on the field 🦘👟

'I was really happy to work towards my goal of creating an inclusive team where people of all abilities could feel included in a sport that I am passionate about' 💯⭐

Continue to kick goals, Louise, we can't wait to see what you accomplish next! 🥇🏈

[Image descriptions: Image 1: a smiling woman wearing a black t-shirt stands on a bridge holding a football in her right hand. Image 2: a smiling woman wearing a black t-shirt holds a football towards the camera. Image 3: a smiling woman wearing a black t-shirt is leaning back against a red brick wall with her arms crossed.]

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Last night, we welcomed the true stars of the evening - our client Achievement Award recipients for 2024! 🎉🎉We are incredibly proud to honour these remarkable individuals, who have shown resilience, determination, and outstanding achievements while working towards their therapy goals✨ ✨ Stay tuned to watch their incredible stories 🤩! #AchieveAmazing

Millie

Say hello to Millie, a talented 18-year-old artist with a passion for illustration and creativity! 🎨✨ Like many others in the creative community, Millie has faced challenges with imposter syndrome and self-doubt. However, since joining Novita, she has embraced her artistic side thanks to guidance from her Novita support workers and encouragement from her peers. Millie's hard work and dedication to her art led her to participate in her first SALA art exhibition this year with Novita, where she proudly sold her very first original art piece! Millie’s artistic journey began in primary school where she would draw her favourite anime characters. Anime continues to be a source of artistic inspiration for her, from early favourites like “Little Witch Academia” to her current obsession, “Demon Slayer.” “My next goal is to run my own art business," Millie shares, inspired by the friends she’s made in the Transition To Work program and her love for art. 🖌️💖 While she hasn’t started selling her work just yet, Millie is planning to establish her online presence on Instagram soon under the handle - https://www.instagram.com/justwisteriaartz/ . She looks forward to creating and selling posters, keychains, tote bags, and more - both online and at local events like Adelaide’s Anime and Video Game Festival. We’re incredibly proud of Millie and can’t wait to see where her artistic journey takes her next! #AchieveAmazing

DJ Deb performs at The Heart Beat Club

Last Friday night at the MOD. museum, DJ Deb aka DJ Dibbles hit the decks performing a set for The Heart Beat Club by Tutti Arts, a club night run by and for people with disability. 🎛️🎵 Deb has been working towards her goal of becoming a DJ as part of our ‘Stepping into the Future’ initiative which supports people who live with disability to achieve their individual goals while making friends and feeling part of the community. What Deb enjoys most about being a DJ is exploring different venues, seeing people happy and dancing, and listening to other DJ's perform. 🎼💃 Keep the energy going, Deb! We can't wait to see where you perform again soon. #AchieveAmazing

A message to our Australian Paralympic Team athletes | Novita

To our Australian Paralympic Team athletes, we're cheering you on from home in so many ways! Some of us might say it out loud, some of us might sing it, while others might use a communication device to turn our words into speech, or a sign to encourage you to do your best! These are just a few of the many ways we communicate, but no matter how we show our support, know that we’re all behind you - encouraging you to #AchieveAmazing at the Paralympic Games. #Paris2024 #Paralympics [Video description: Novita clients send a message of support to the Australian Paralympic Team using different types of communication.]

Becoming an actor requires a combination of artistic talent, dedication, resilience, and a willingness to continuously learn and grow. Fortunately, these personality traits come naturally to Novita client, Koben 💁‍♂️ Koben has been working diligently with his speech pathologist, Fiona, on key skills to prepare him for life as an actor, to achieve his employment goal. Fiona and Koben have been rehearsing scripts, delivering monologues, and working on communicating clearly through voice and body language. As part of his preparation to become an actor, Koben wanted to share a message about himself with you during Autism Inclusion Month. Watch below! Thanks for sharing, Koben! Keep pursuing your acting goals with passion and determination 🎬 🌟 #AchieveAmazing

18-year-old Makayla is crafting her dreams into reality, one word at a time! 🌟 Before Makayla started speech pathology at Novita, she found talking challenging and had difficulty communicating. Today, Makayla's speech is clearer and she uses a broader vocabulary.👏 Improving her speech has supported Makayla with her writing, where she is working towards her dream of becoming a writer! “Even our friends who haven’t seen Makayla in a while are surprised by how well she talks now.” – says Gloria, Makayla’s mum. Thanks to her improved speech, Makayla feels more confident connecting with others in the Broken Hill community. Well done Makayla, we’re excited to read your stories in the future! 📖 #AchieveAmazing

From previously not attending school – to going every day, meet 5-year-old, Karter from Port Lincoln! Karter is working towards his goal of starting at a mainstream school! This is a huge achievement for him, after moving away from the special ed unit. With support from psychologist Guy, Karter is thriving. He's attending school, getting involved in the community, and even playing football! 🏉 Karter's got big dreams too — he's aiming to work at the police station one day! 🚓 Well done, Karter! 🌟 #AchieveAmazing

Novita client, Jemma who lives with cerebral palsy (CP) is on a mission to make life better for others living with CP through her studies and research! 👏 Jemma is excelling at The University of Adelaide, studying a Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences. Jemma’s very passionate about learning the ins and outs of the human body and muscles – it's a big part of her everyday life. Jemma’s physio Jenny has supported Jemma with tailored exercises to strengthen her muscles to enhance her movement, alongside use of her walker so she can get around easier at uni and day-to-day. Jenny is very impressed with Jemma’s interest in their therapy sessions. "Jemma is really interested in evidence-based practice, and what treatments are out there for people living with cerebral palsy. So, I’ve sent her some journal articles that I would usually read to guide my therapy.” – says Jenny. Well done, Jemma! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in the world of cerebral palsy research in the future! 🎉 #AchieveAmazing

When 3-year-old Freddie first came to Novita, he could only use his right hand. Today, he uses both hands to play, thanks to his hard work in therapy ⭐ Freddie has been working hard on his movement and communication goals, with the support of his parents and Novita therapy team. Through practising water activities, Freddie has learned to safely slide into the pool and crab walk along the edge with some support. He's also nailed his jumping and climbing stairs, setting the stage for a successful transition to kindergarten 🙌 Freddie is mastering his communication goals – learning to use a mix of words and sign language, and he's even started using a communication book to express himself better. Freddie can now put two words together, saying phrases like 'again please.' 👏 Congratulations, Freddie! We can’t wait to follow your journey 🌟 #AchieveAmazing

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Novita supports over 2500 South Australian kids, teens and young adults living living with disability. Our team of expert staff includes rehabilitation medical specialists, paediatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech pathologists, psychologists, social workers, orthotists, rehabilitation engineers and dieticians, who work together with families to give children the best start to life possible. We also provide service coordination and planning support, making your experience with Novita as easy as possible. As a result of our established networks within the childcare, kindergarten and school sectors and with government and private child health organisations, including the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, we are able to provide holistic care across many aspects of a child’s development. Novita works with the latest research, equipment and technologies, helping our Novita kids and Novita families access every aspect of life – whether they’re at home, kindy, school, in the playground or on the sports field. Over more than 75 years, Novita has become a recognised and trusted provider of children’s disability and developmental services. Our established networks with paediatric medical units, educational professionals, universities and research institutes, and other specialists, help Novita’s staff to provide a best-practice, comprehensive service to enable each child to discover their abilities and full potential.