Challenge Community Services

17/06/2026

You might have heard the term "SIL" before, but do you know what it actually means?

SIL stands for Supported Independent Living and is a type of NDIS funding that covers support for a person with disability to live as independently as possible in their home. It covers a support worker to help with daily tasks, so that you can learn new skills and live independently.

SIL gives you the freedom and support to make friends, go shopping, attend events, learn new skills, and enjoy fun hobbies.

If you're looking for a home with independence and support, check out our vacancies via the link🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mufkv56y

15/06/2026

Foster Care FAQs 💬

The amount of information you'll receive about a child before a placement depends on the type of care you’re providing and how much information is available at the time.

It's also important to remember that each child has their own story—and it’s their story to tell. Our role is to share what’s necessary to help you provide safe, supportive care without overstepping their personal boundaries.

Have more questions? Visit the link to register for our next online foster care info session 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/3c8jjsz7

10/06/2026

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Curran as the new CEO of Challenge Community Services.

Tim brings more than 20 years’ leadership experience across disability, foster care and broader human services, with deep experience supporting regional and community services.

Chair John Glynn said the Board was delighted to appoint a leader of Tim's calibre to the organisation and the communities we support.

We also acknowledge and thank Julie May for her valued leadership as Acting CEO during this transition period. Tim will commence with Challenge Community Services in mid-July.

Read more via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yetva494

05/06/2026

Meet the members of our new 'From Scratch' group at our Narrabri Community Supports hub. 🧺

This group is all about learning how to make things 'from scratch'. For their first assignment the group had to make butter from buttermilk, and they couldn't be happier with the results! 🧈

Their next task is to make a fresh loaf of bread—perfect to pair with their delicious homemade butter! 🍞

To learn more about Community Support in your area, get in touch with us via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/bdzjtm9d

03/06/2026

Last year, our team of allied health practitioners completed 345 hours of professional development. 📚

Our team's dedication to continuous learning makes them highly skilled and well-supported in prioritising best practices and maintaining outcome-based service delivery that improves our clients' lives. 🌟

Get to know our incredible team of practitioners via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/djhwcv4w

29/05/2026

The best way to find out what fostering is really like is to ask.

We have an incredible community of foster carers who are experienced in providing care for young people. With their guidance and advice, along with the support of our dedicated team, you'll never be alone in your foster care journey.

Start the caring conversation now via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4bydbxp8

26/05/2026

Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week, a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and explore how we can each contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

This year's NRW theme is "All In". "All In" makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change. Reconciliation will not happen by itself, and it will not happen without all of us.

The artwork for this campaign is by renowned Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung artist Otis Hope Carey, who applied his distinctive style to create a colourful and optimistic visual representation of people from all walks of life being ‘all in’ to make change.

Learn more about National Reconciliation Week, download resources, and find local events via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mry6ynd7



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25/05/2026

Not sure what the difference is between SDA and SIL? 🤔

Specialist Disability Accommodation is about the house itself—think accessibility features, design and location. SDA funding helps pay for the building, not the support. 🏠

Supported Independent Living is about the people and support. SIL funding covers the everyday support that you receive in the home—think personal care, cooking, and skills building. 🍳

Have more questions about home and living supports? Get in touch with our friendly team via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/bdzjtm9d

22/05/2026

Join us for a dazzling night at the Challenge Community Services Winter Ball! ❄️

This event is open to anyone over the age of 16 with a disability, their families and their support team. Get dressed up and join us for a live DJ, photobooth, lucky door prizes, and a whole lot of fun!🕺

Date: Friday 26 June 2026
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Venue: Muswellbrook RSL
Tickets: $60 per person and include a 2-course meal and a drink.

Get your tickets now or find out more via the link 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/r9hyd3e5

Challenge Community Services proudly provides people-focused services in disability, foster care and allied health to people in NSW and QLD.

21/05/2026

In recognising IDAHOBIT this month, we reflect on the role inclusive allied health care plays in supporting wellbeing, mental health, and quality of life for many people in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Truly inclusive support is about creating environments where people feel genuinely safe to be themselves. Our Allied Health team is committed to providing person-centred support that recognises and respects every individual’s identity, experiences, relationships and goals—because every person deserves to feel safe, respected, and understood when accessing support services.

Learn more about how we provide inclusive allied health care in our latest blog via the link 🔗 https://www.challengecommunity.org.au/creating-inclusive-support-services/