As COVID-19 continues to change the way we go about our day-to-day lives, here at Real Community Services we are dedicated to continuing our support for our participants and their families. Like many we are busy washing our hands, social distancing, and self-isolating...
Here in Queensland the end of summer might be near but the sun is still out in full force and our days are still hotter than ever! While everyone does their best to keep cool and hydrated, for those caring for a loved one with high-needs it can be even harder to make...
Heading off on a holiday is one of the best ways to relax and unwind, spend quality time with the family, and to explore and experience new destinations. But for those families travelling with a loved one with high-needs, disabilities, or a wheelchair, it’s not always...
Often when we think of someone living with a disability, we think of those with ‘visible’ physical disabilities like those requiring wheelchairs or a guide dog. But there are also lots of other disabilities, invisible disabilities, that aren’t so easy to identify....
We all go through times in our lives when we feel a little down or sad, but for many people their sadness can be the first sign of a much more serious mental illness like depression. In fact one in seven Australians will experience depression at some stage of their...
If a friend or loved one has recently been affected by a brain injury, you might be feeling a little lost and wondering how this will affect them long-term. And while brain injuries are a serious medical condition, it’s important to know that brain injuries are more...
