In this episode of Support Worker, Sarah chats with Belinda Toohey — a powerhouse in the disability sector. Belinda shares her journey from the early days of deinstitutionalization to creating Including You, a service built on social justice and advocacy.

They dive into:

• How the NDIS changed disability support (for better and harder)

• Why choice and control matter for people with disability

• The real challenges support workers face every day

• Why skill development and community inclusion are key to independence

Belinda’s story is all about adaptability, leadership, and creating real change. If you care about disability support, NDIS, and building inclusive communities, this conversation is for you.

👉 Keywords: disability support, NDIS, deinstitutionalization, choice and control, skill development, community inclusion, support workers, Including You, social justice, advocacy