Assist-Lifestyle Change and Transition

Lifestyle Changes and Transitions.

A lifestyle change or transition means a change in how you live your life.

These changes can happen at any age.

Some changes happen because of:

• A new disability or health condition
• Changes in your abilities over time
• Getting older and needing more support
• Changes to where you live, work, or receive care
• Transitions can feel exciting, stressful, or overwhelming. It is normal to need extra support during these times.

Transitions After Disability

If you acquire a disability, your daily life may change.

You may need:

• New supports or equipment
• Help learning new skills
• Time to adjust emotionally
• Support to stay independent and connected

These changes can affect your:

• Home life
• Work or study
• Relationships
• Confidence and wellbeing

Transitions as You Age

As people get older, they may:

• Have less strength or mobility
• Need more help with daily activities
• Experience changes in memory or health
• Need extra support to stay safe and independent

Older and elderly NDIS participants may need help to:

• Stay living at home for as long as possible
• Adjust to increasing care needs
• Move to a more suitable home if required
• Coordinate health and disability supports

Needing more help as you age is normal.

Support is about helping you live well, stay independent, and maintain your dignity and choices.

How ACN Supports You Through Transitions

ACN supports NDIS participants of all ages, including older and elderly people, through life changes and transitions.

We can help you with:

• Planning for changes in your life
• Emotional support during stressful or uncertain times
• Learning new skills to support independence
• Moving into independent or supported living
• Starting work, returning to work, or changing roles
• Transitioning to new health or disability services
• Connecting you with helpful community and government supports

We work at your pace and support you to make decisions that are right for you.

Inclusive, Respectful and Safe Support

Our services are designed for people with different abilities, backgrounds, and life experiences.

We:

• Respect your culture, beliefs, and personal history
• Work in a way that is safe, supportive, and trauma-informed
• Understand that past experiences can affect how you feel and what support you need
• Welcome and support people of all sexualities, genders, and identities, including LGBTIQASB+ people

Everyone we support is treated with:

• Dignity
• Respect
• Choice
• Control over their own life

Our Commitment to You

At ACN, we understand that change can be challenging at any stage of life.

We are here to support you through transitions so you can:

• Feel safe and supported
• Maintain your independence
• Stay connected to your community
• Live the life that matters to you