Our Story

Created to raise the standard of disability support in Queensland

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BEFORE 2020
The Gaps
Years of real experience in the disability sector exposed major gaps in care quality, communication, and participant wellbeing.
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THE TURNING POINT
May
One participant named May changed everything. Her experience highlighted how badly the system can fail vulnerable people.
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FOUNDED IN 2020
AAYDS Launches
AAYDS launched with one mission: provide truly personalised support where every participant feels respected, safe, and understood.
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TODAY
Across Moreton Bay
We proudly support individuals and families across Moreton Bay through in-home support, community access, SIL, and transport services.

IN MEMORY OF MAY

May remains the heart behind AAYDS.

Her story continues to inspire every participant we support and every family we help. Her legacy reminds us that people deserve dignity, opportunity, and genuine human care.

Our Values

What guides every interaction

Four values shape how we hire, how we train, and how we show up for every participant.

Acceptance
We support people exactly as they are.
We embrace and respect people for who they are, no matter your differences. We create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and accepted.
Compassion
Care starts with empathy and humanity.
We show empathy and kindness to others. We understand and support you through challenging times.
Respect
We treat others kindly, listening and valuing your feelings.
Understanding
We listen first and act with purpose.
We understand and empathise with your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Through understanding we can foster compassion, build bridges of communication, and cultivate meaningful relationships.