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We all have dreams. Whether it’s to land a good job, live independently or be part of a secure, loving family, we all want to belong.

That’s why Challenge Community Services has created one inclusive community. We’ll help raise you up to meet your goals. We’ll be there to support you when life gets tough.

Take a look around our site and see for yourself the multitude of activities and services we offer. You’ll find a Challenge community in 103 locations across New South Wales and Queensland.

What's on

Thu Mar 5 Gunnedah Swimming Carnival 2020

The Annual Challenge Community Services Gunnedah Swimming Carnival is back! Date: Thursday 5 March 2020 Time: 9:00am Where: Gunnedah Memorial Pool (Heated) Eight Division Memorial Avenue En...

9:00am – Gunnedah more info

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Fri Mar 27 Camden Show

The Camden Show holds a special place in the hearts of the people of Camden and surrounding districts with its rural charm. This year’s show is bound to impress! With wood-chopping, show jumping, a...

All Day Camden more info

Fri Apr 3 Hunter Disability Expo

The Hunter Disability Expo is set to be the biggest and most anticipated Disability Expo on the 2020 Hunter Calendar. This is a fantastic FREE expo for people with disability, their families, care...

9:00am – 3:00pm Broadmeadow more info

Fri Oct 16 Brisbane Disability Expo

The Brisbane Disability Expo is set to be the biggest and most anticipated all ages disability specific Expo on the 2019 Brisbane Calendar. The National Disability Insurance Scheme is now available ac...

9:00am – 3:00pm Bowen Hills more info

See more events: Disability Services Events Disability Services Events Foster Care Events Foster Care Events Therapeutic Services Events Therapeutic Services Events Community Events Community Events

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News & Stories

21 February 2020 Start Up incubator catches the eye of 7.30 Report Start Up incubator catches the eye of 7.30 Report

19 February 2020 Hayden’s Journey: A day in the life of a Disability Support Worker Hayden’s Journey: A day in the life of a Disability Support Worker

14 February 2020 My Foster Care Journey: Verity's Story My Foster Care Journey: Verity's Story

20 January 2020 Rheanne’s story: Greater confidence through Supported Independent Living Rheanne’s story: Greater confidence through Supported Independent Living

14 January 2020 Supporting children after a natural disaster Supporting children after a natural disaster

21 February 2020 Start Up incubator catches the eye of 7.30 Report Start Up incubator catches the eye of 7.30 Report

19 February 2020 Hayden’s Journey: A day in the life of a Disability Support Worker Hayden’s Journey: A day in the life of a Disability Support Worker

20 January 2020 Rheanne’s story: Greater confidence through Supported Independent Living Rheanne’s story: Greater confidence through Supported Independent Living

28 November 2019 Tony’s journey towards a more independent future Tony’s journey towards a more independent future

31 October 2019 Supported Independent Living: Michael's story Supported Independent Living: Michael's story

14 February 2020 My Foster Care Journey: Verity's Story My Foster Care Journey: Verity's Story

14 January 2020 Supporting children after a natural disaster Supporting children after a natural disaster

6 January 2020 School holiday fun for all ages School holiday fun for all ages

20 November 2019 How career skills can shape your foster care journey How career skills can shape your foster care journey

19 November 2019 5 myths about foster care you probably didn't know 5 myths about foster care you probably didn't know

1 July 2019 Earning their trust: how to help a child in care feel secure Earning their trust: how to help a child in care feel secure

When you’ve opened your home and your heart to a child or young person in need, it may be hard to understand why they might have trouble trusting you at first. They may shrink back or push you away when you try to comfort them. They may withdraw and not want to talk to you.

1 July 2019 Daniel takes control with the NDIS Daniel takes control with the NDIS

When Daniel decided he needed to improve his mental health and behavioural issues, he enlisted the support of Challenge Therapeutic Services. Together, they have navigated financial hurdles and put in place strategies to improve Daniel's life.

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About Challenge Community Services

Over 60 years ago we were a small band of parents and friends seeking support services for our children with disability. Today, Challenge has grown to be one of the largest community support services in New South Wales. We provide support to over 2500 people from Albury to Lismore, Sydney, Dubbo, Tamworth and beyond. With over 900 staff, more than 90 of which have a disability, we strive to comply with and exceed all standards required under State and Federal Acts.

In the spirit of Reconciliation, Challenge Community Services acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this country, and their connection to land, water and community. We pay our respect to them, their cultures and customs, and to Elders both past and present.

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