Scope Blog
25 Mar 2019
Supportive relationships might be the most important resource in your parenting toolbox
Parents Vanessa and Dean talk about how building a network of support helped them navigate through their child’s disability.
12 Mar 2019
Policeman’s compassion improves safety for Big Issue seller
To improve John’s safety and security, Senior Constable Anthony Downing built a concealed box for John to store his wallet discreetly on his wheelchair.
4 Mar 2019
Inspired by mum to make a difference
Meet Jayne Boxall, an outstanding role model and the recipient of Scope's highest honour - the Debbie Otto Award.
1 Mar 2019
Serving coffee and inclusion – local café awarded for outstanding service to customers with disability
Melbourne’s café culture is part of what makes this city great. Staff from this local cafe go ‘above and beyond’ when serving their customers, especially those with a disability.
25 Feb 2019
Lowest prices are really just the beginning for Pakenham Bunnings
At Pakenham Bunnings, April brings a warm presence to life for Scope customers from Pakenham Lifestyle Options. Each month, people with disability attend free monthly DIY workshops.
11 Jan 2019
“Sam’s part of the family”
Like a true family member, no celebration at Scope is complete without Sam. As well as contributing to customer and family Christmas parties. Earlier this year, Sam provided emergency support after one of our homes in North Division was flooded.
4 Jan 2019
Meet The Rockheads – an inclusive music group for people of all abilities
Meet the Rockheads, an inclusive music group from Barwon, which exists only for playing music and being part of the community. Active since the last three years, The Rockheads are now a permanent fixture of the local music group.
28 Dec 2018
BFL founder carves out new place in the game
Find out how brother Andrew and Sam Micheal helped BFL founders Adam Berry with his dream of becoming a BFL umpire, using the Tools2Talk app.
7 Dec 2018
Scope builds partnerships to expand Communication Access nationally
Scope is excited to announce partnerships with fellow disability support providers Northcott, New South Wales, and Two-way Street, South Australia. These partnerships will support the roll out of communication access across Australia.
29 Oct 2018
Voting is for everyone
Scope’s working with customers and communities to make sure the message of electoral inclusion is heard loud and clear: voting is for everyone!