Not to boast, but I have a superpower, and it never fails to get me noticed. I have the supreme ability to make extremely easy things look incredibly difficult. Even when they are not. I know, it’s impressive, isn’t it? It does have its drawbacks though, usually in the form of well-meaning bystanders being compelled to ‘help’ me when I am not expecting it. This, more often than not, results in some degree of an injury to one, (usually me) or both parties. I’ve lost count of the number of times I have ended up with an exceptionally sore bum, after falling backward, because someone has wrenched ..read more

Pull out those running shorts and hike up those long socks for a retro reflection as Perth’s premier community event, the Chevron City to Surf for Activ returns to celebrate 50 years this year! It’s hard to believe five decades have passed since the first City to Surf for Activ saw 500 runners take to the streets of Perth, weaving their way towards the coast, up Heartbreak Hill, and down to City Beach. This was the beginning of what has grown into one of WA’s most iconic events, now drawing a crowd of over 20,000 who lace up to walk, run, or roll each year. “The Chevron City to Surf for Activ ..read more

Activ is offering sensory assessment services with two new, highly-experienced Occupational Therapists joining our Allied Health team. Meet Lara: Lara Jansen has 25 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, gained at the former Disability Services Commission and Department of Communities. She has extensive experience working in senior roles in early childhood development and behaviour support teams. “I’m keen to be involved in sensory assessments at Activ. Understanding a customer’s sensory needs and preferences allows the team around that person to understand and plan for sensory sup ..read more

Activ Foundation is excited to announce a new partnership with the West Australian Football Commission which will deliver a major boost for community football in WA. The collaboration marks a significant step forward in promoting inclusivity and accessibility within the sport across the state. Activ’s expertise and lived experience will complement WA Football’s commitment to making football accessible to all. The partnership will see WA Football expand its reach and impact by creating meaningful opportunities for individuals of all abilities to participate in and enjoy the beautiful game of fo ..read more

Following the approval by DMIRS and ASIC, Activ is pleased to announce that as of 16 February 2024,  “Activ Foundation Incorporated” transferred from an incorporated association to a public company limited by guarantee (PCLG) and will be known as “Activ Foundation Limited”. The move to a PCLG provides Activ with a more flexible and robust corporate structure that will better support our mission and objectives. Please see below the updated details for Activ Foundation Limited:   Name Change Activ Foundation Limited NEW ACN 060 921 271 NEW ABN 11 553 592 765  (Note no chang ..read more

As a workplace that is made up of a majority of women, we like to celebrate our people every day! Yet, in the spirit of International Women’s Day, we spent the morning with the ladies at one of Activ’s disability accommodation homes to hear from them about what the day means to them, important women to them, and how this year’s theme around investing in women has impacted their lives.   Tanya – Activ customer Who is an important woman in your life and why? My Aunty Lynette. She looks after and takes care of me and advocates on my behalf as well as for all of our family and we certainly ha ..read more

Having a home to call our own is more than a basic human right, it’s intrinsically linked to our identity, our hopes and dreams, and our relationships with others. For people living with disability, finding a suitable place to call home can sometimes come with extra challenges. One option to consider, particularly for those that may have higher support needs is Specialist Disability Accommodation but what is it exactly? What is SDA Specialist Disability Accommodation – abbreviated to SDA – is a model of housing designed for people living with disability who have a certain level of extra needs ..read more

Activ is proud to launch Activ Housing Link, a new disability accommodation club where members will receive monthly updates, first notice of new developments, be part of an online community group to meet other house hunters and go into the draw for regular prizes just for joining up! Looking for a new home can be overwhelming, with so many things to consider – location, amenities, accessibility, and more. Activ Foundation is the leading provider of Specialist Disability Accommodation in WA and we want to help you search for your new home by bringing all the latest information directly to ..read more

Optus Stadium has today announced a significant three-year charity partnership with one of the State’s largest and longest-running disability support providers, Activ Foundation. This landmark collaboration extends from 2024 to 2026 and will be a unique opportunity for the two organisations to join forces to champion inclusion and accessibility at the premier sport and entertainment destination. Activ was appointed the Stadium’s new official charity partner after a competitive tender, joining Telethon and Happiness Co, the stadium’s purpose partners. VenuesLive Chief Executive Officer Mike McK ..read more

In late 2023, Activ Pathways held a graduation ceremony for the latest cohort of students who completed the Entry to Care Roles skill set. The skill set is part of Activ’s Pathway to Employment program providing an opportunity for individuals seeking to enter the rapidly growing care industry. This particular group included a diverse mix of 12 migrant students from MSC Cannington and two students from Essential Personnel (Disability Employment Service). Activ Pathways Business Development Manager Jacqui Jones attended the graduation was impressed by the students’ enthusiasm and the results of ..read more