*Tickets for this event can be purchased [here](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/exploring-individualised-living-tickets-1106036126829).*

A home is more than just a place to live—it reflects who we are, how we connect with others, and provides a foundation of security and comfort.
For people with disability, having a home of their own is not only possible but can serve as a cornerstone for a fulfilling and community-oriented life. With the right planning, opportunities, and support, this goal can become a reality.

Join us for this informative workshop facilitated by **Valued Lives**, packed with practical insights, resources, and inspiring stories to help you explore and understand individualised living options.

Our speakers will share innovative and personalised approaches to creating homes for people with disability, while ensuring the necessary support is in place.

**What You’ll Learn:**

* **Defining home:** What does it mean to have your own home, and how can it be achieved?
* **Creating your vision:** Imagining and planning your ideal home.
* **Taking the first steps:** Essential considerations when starting this journey.
* **Exploring options:** Discover creative housing solutions and support systems.
* **Overcoming challenges:** Addressing barriers, fears, and uncertainties.
* **Settling in:** Tips for establishing and thriving in your new home.
* **Sustaining success:** Building a foundation for long-term safety and stability.

**About the speakers:**

**Karen Reid**
Karen shares her deeply personal journey of creating a secure future for her daughter Caragh. A sudden medical emergency served as a wake-up call, prompting Karen to reflect on the question: *“What happens if I’m no longer here?”*
She will share insights from her ongoing efforts to safeguard Caragh’s future, illustrating how life’s challenges can catalyse positive change. Karen’s story highlights the importance of starting early to ensure a stable, fulfilling life for loved ones with disabilities.

**Magdalena (Mags) Garcia Flynn**
As the Individualised Living Arrangement Project Lead at Valued Lives, Mags and her team have supported over 350 individuals and families in their journey toward personalised living solutions.
She’ll provide practical guidance on transitioning to individualised living arrangements, offering mentoring and capacity-building advice tailored to unique needs. For Mags, every journey is personal and transformative, reflecting the individuality of the people she supports.

**South West Autism Network (SWAN)**
SWAN works across the Bunbury and Southwest regions, empowering individuals and families to lead inclusive lives of their choosing. Representatives will attend the workshop to provide local support and guidance related to NDIS and capacity-building strategies.

**Ticketing Information**

* **People with disability and families using NDIS funding:** $50 (ex GST)
* **People with disability and families self-funding:** $55 (incl GST)
* **Concession:** $0 (for those unable to access NDIS funding or for whom cost is a barrier)
* **Professionals:** $75

This event is sponsored by the Department of Social Services.

*Tickets for this event can be purchased [here](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/exploring-individualised-living-tickets-1106036126829).*

**About Valued Lives**
Valued Lives has built a reputation for providing personalised support uniquely tailored to your needs, owned and driven by you.
It was founded in 2013 by a group of families with lived experience who saw a gap in the support offered, and were driven to improve and personalise the support available to people with disability.
We continue to strive for an inclusive society for people with disability, where better support helps to create valued roles.
For further information contact us on 08 9274 7760, or email [info@valuedlives.org.au](http://info@valuedlives.org.au)

***Valued Lives Event Photography and Videography: I acknowledge that Valued Lives will take photos and/or videos at their events. By attending this event, I consent to publishing and/or using images of me or in which I may appear for engagement and reporting purposes, now and in the future. This includes use via social channels, digital communications and in printed publications. If I do not wish for my image to be used in this way, I will notify Valued Lives by email to [info@valuedlives.org.au](http://info@valuedlives.org.au) prior to the event.***

**Cancellation Policy:**
This is a non-refundable event. If you are no longer able to attend, please note ticket transfers are permitted in writing to [info@valuedlives.org.au](http://info@valuedlives.org.au) at any time. No refunds will be made for non-attendance.

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