Keith is a former truck driver who has a passion for intrepid travel, music and motorsports. With his long grey beard and quick sparkling eyes, Keith conveys the larrikin spirit of a knock-about Aussie bloke who has lived life on his terms.  

Following a life-changing stroke and extended hospital stay, Keith required a home that was wheelchair accessible. As a former truck driver and intrepid traveler, independence was critical to Keith. He wanted a home that allowed him to live alone while surrounded by the things that brought him joy, and disability support services that empowered him to realise his independence.  

Specialist disability accommodation (SDA) meant Keith was able to secure a one level, one bedroom home close to a busy retail hub, where he could live alone and enjoy privacy while being able to independently access shops, entertainment and transport. When Kieth required home and living services to support him in his new house, maintaining his independence was crucial. Keith wanted support that respected his independence, and catered to his way of living.  

Understanding this, Keith’s NDIS coordinator recommended Ability WA’s home and living support service. As a registered NDIS provider with over 70 years’ experience, Ability WA could provide Keith with reassurance he would receive the high-quality service expected from one of Western Australia’s leading disability.   

More importantly, Ability WA home and living services were fully customisable, as opposed to other standard services available in the market. This contemporary, bespoke approach to disability support meant Keith could work closely with Ability WA staff to determine how Ability WA could support him to realise his abilities. 

 

Keith in his Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) home

Today, Keith’s SDA home reflects his passion for motorsports and music. The walls are adorned with posters of classic Australian performance cars and framed album artwork while a tower of stereo speakers sits under his big screen TV. The oven hums gently as Ability WA support worker Maria bustles around the kitchen, preparing food as part of the morning’s drop-in support service. It’s all part of a service that adapts to the customer, allowing Keith to receive the support he requires without compromising the way he wants to live.   

Later, depending on the weather, Keith might head out to the local shops, or he might stay home and blast some Pink Floyd on his towering stereo speakers. On the weekend, he plans to catch up with mates over bacon at the weekly local men’s breakfast. With the support of Ability WA and customisable disability support, Keith continues to live his life on his terms.