Unified Care Solutions Pty Ltd

27/07/2026

Meet Logan, one of our Disability Support Workers.

Logan brings experience across specialist education, aged care, and disability support, and is currently completing a Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Paramedicine. He takes a person-centred, trauma-informed approach, supporting participants to build confidence, develop new skills, and achieve the goals that matter most to them.

Logan is known for his compassionate nature, attention to detail, and commitment to helping people reach their potential.

Outside of work and study, Logan enjoys drawing, painting, and expressing his creativity through art.

We're excited to have Logan supporting participants as part of the Unified Care Solutions team.

23/07/2026

Does your child find it hard to make or keep friends? 👋

Friendships don't always come easily — and that's okay. Our small-group social skills sessions help children and teens build real confidence in making conversation, reading social cues, and connecting with others.

📍 Based in Ballarat, supporting local families
💬 Fun, supportive group sessions
🌱 Real progress, one step at a time

Ready to help your child build stronger friendships? Send us a message today.

W: https://www.ucsol.com.au
E: [email protected]

22/07/2026

Choosing social skills support for your teen? Here's what the evidence actually says.
If your teenager is autistic and you're weighing up social skills support, it can be hard to know what actually works - there's a lot of noise out there. So we've put together a plain-English look at the research behind one of the most studied programs in the world, PEERS, including what it does, and what the science says it actually changes for teens: friendship quality, confidence, and even measurable changes in how the brain responds socially.
We're sharing this not to push a product, but because we think parents deserve to see the evidence for themselves before deciding who to trust with their child's support.
You can read the full breakdown (with links to the original studies) here: https://www.ucsol.com.au/blog/social-skills-evidenced-based
If you've got questions about what evidence-based social skills support could look like for your teen, we're always happy to chat - no pressure, just information.

Social skills development is essential for building friendships, confidence, and meaningful social connections. Discover what the research says about evidence-based social skills training, including proven approaches to support social skills for children, teenagers, and young adults. Learn how struc

21/07/2026

Every teen deserves to feel like they belong.

Friendships. Confidence. Connection. These don't always come easy - and that's okay.

We help Ballarat teens build real social skills, in a way that feels natural, not forced.

Ready to help your teen thrive? Reach out today.

W: www.ucsol.com.au
E: [email protected]

20/07/2026

Meet Joshua, one of our Disability Support Workers.

Joshua has over four years of experience supporting people with a diverse range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, ABI, psychosocial disability, and mental health conditions. He believes in building genuine relationships, promoting independence, and helping each participant work towards goals that are meaningful to them.

Known for his calm, patient, and reliable approach, Joshua enjoys seeing participants succeed—no matter how big or small the achievement.

Outside of work, Joshua enjoys camping, fishing, spending time with family and friends, and has a keen interest in cars and 4WDs.

We're proud to have Joshua as part of the Unified Care Solutions team.

16/07/2026

Meet Zac, Founder and Director of Unified Care Solutions.

As a Registered Nurse and PEERS® Certified Provider, Zac is passionate about helping neurodivergent young people build confidence, develop meaningful social connections, and achieve greater independence. His approach combines evidence-based practice with practical, strengths-focused support that helps participants apply new skills in everyday life.

Having lived experience of both ASD and ADHD, Zac understands that every person's journey is different and believes the best outcomes come from listening, working collaboratively, and focusing on what matters most to each individual.

Outside of work, Zac enjoys fishing, camping, and exploring foods from different cultures. He enjoys fishing for the experience just as much as the catch—which is fortunate, because the catch is often in short supply.

Zac founded Unified Care Solutions with a vision of delivering thoughtful, evidence-based supports that empower people to live with greater confidence, independence, and connection.

13/07/2026

Meet Joseph, one of our Disability Support Workers.

Joseph believes the best support starts with kindness, respect, and genuine relationships. He takes a person-centred approach, helping participants build confidence, independence, and meaningful involvement in everyday life while always focusing on what matters most to them.

Outside of work, Joseph enjoys fishing, camping, cooking, gaming, spending time with animals, and listening to music.

We're grateful to have Joseph's reliable, supportive, and encouraging nature as part of the Unified Care Solutions team.

07/07/2026

Meet Luisa, one of our Registered Nurses.

With six years of oncology nursing experience before moving to Australia and three years working in community nursing and disability support, Luisa brings both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to every participant she supports.

She believes empathy, listening without judgement, and building trusting relationships are the foundation of great care. Outside of work, Luisa enjoys learning new things and shares that she once dreamed of becoming an astronaut.

We're proud to have Luisa supporting participants and families with kindness, professionalism, and person-centred care.

07/07/2026

Watching your child want friends but struggle to build those connections can be incredibly hard.

Many neurodiverse teenagers and young adults genuinely want meaningful friendships but find the unwritten rules of social interaction confusing or difficult to navigate. That can lead to loneliness, frustration and a loss of confidence for both young people and their families.

That's why Unified Care Solutions Pty Ltd is pleased to be offering the PEERS® Social Skills Program, with separate groups for:
• Adolescents (13–17 years)
• Young Adults (18–30 years)

PEERS® is one of the world's most well-researched, evidence-based social skills programs for neurodiverse young people. It provides practical strategies that help participants build confidence, develop friendships and navigate everyday social situations in ways that feel authentic to them.
Participants learn skills such as:
• Starting and joining conversations
• Finding common interests
• Building and maintaining friendships
• Handling teasing, disagreements and conflict
• Navigating social gatherings
• Dating and relationships (Young Adult program)

A unique feature of PEERS® is that a parent, caregiver or trusted support person participates as a Social Coach. Together, you'll learn practical strategies that can be reinforced between sessions, helping new skills become part of everyday life.

Our program is delivered by PEERS® Certified Providers in a supportive, respectful environment that recognises and values neurodiversity.

If you've ever wished social situations were just a little easier for your teenager or young adult, we'd love to talk with you about whether PEERS® could be a good fit.

We're currently taking expressions of interest for upcoming groups. Feel free to send us a no-obligation email or private message with any questions or to discuss suitability.

E: [email protected]
M: 0429 535 452

23/06/2026

Meaningful friendships, confidence in social situations, and the ability to navigate everyday interactions are important components of wellbeing, independence, and community participation. Yet many adults experience persistent challenges in these areas and are unsure where to turn for evidence-based support.

That is why Unified Care and Support (UCS) is pleased to offer places within our PEERS® for Young Adults Program.

PEERS® (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) is an internationally recognised, evidence-based social skills intervention developed at UCLA. Designed for motivated adults experiencing social difficulties, the program provides practical, real-world strategies for:
- Developing and maintaining friendships
- Entering and exiting conversations appropriately
- Using humour and finding common interests
- Handling disagreements and conflict
- Navigating social gatherings and get-togethers
- Building confidence in social situations

Our program follows the Unified Social Model of Care (USMC), combining:
- Therapeutic sessions delivered by a PEERS® Certified Provider
- Weekly caregiver or support person coaching to strengthen social coaching skills
- Community-based support from Disability Support Workers to facilitate the practice and generalisation of newly learned skills in everyday settings

We welcome referrals from Allied Health Professionals, Medical Practitioners, Support Coordinators, and families seeking structured, evidence-based support for young adults who would benefit from improved social competence and connection.

To learn more about our PEERS® for Young Adults Program or discuss referrals, please get in touch.