Forward Ability Support

Forward Ability Support Welcome to Forward Ability Support (formerly ParaQuad NSW)
Supporting people living with spinal cord

It was a great experience being at the Wounds Australia 2026 Conference.Always wonderful to connect with clinicians, ind...
03/09/2026

It was a great experience being at the Wounds Australia 2026 Conference.

Always wonderful to connect with clinicians, industry partners and the wider wound care community, sharing knowledge, learning together and continuing conversations about improving wound care across Australia.

As a proud Gold Partner of Wounds Australia, we're committed to supporting wound awareness, education and the people working to improve outcomes, not just during Wound Awareness Week, but throughout the year.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello. We look forward to continuing the journey together.

Living with spinal cord injury can come with questions that don't always have a single answer. Every individual journey ...
01/09/2026

Living with spinal cord injury can come with questions that don't always have a single answer. Every individual journey is very distinct.

Is this normal? Should I be concerned?

Join Dr Dinesh Palipana for an open conversation exploring common health challenges after spinal cord injury, with the opportunity to ask questions you've always wondered about; and hear practical insights in a supportive environment.

This event is free for all Forward Members. Check your registered email for the registration link.

🗓 Wednesday, 9 September
🕛 12:00 to 1:00 pm (AEST)

Member events like this are just one of the many benefits of Forward Membership.

Not a Forward Member? Now is a great time to join. Sign up and enjoy free access to the event.

Learn more about Forward Membership:
https://fas.org.au/get-involved/membership/

Sometimes the biggest shift in wellbeing isn't medical.It's meeting someone who's walked a similar path.It's discovering...
31/08/2026

Sometimes the biggest shift in wellbeing isn't medical.

It's meeting someone who's walked a similar path.

It's discovering a new hobby, trying something for the first time, or hearing someone say, "I felt that way too."

That's what Live Well Together is all about. Creating opportunities for people living with spinal cord injury and neurological conditions to connect, share experiences, learn from one another, and rediscover what's possible.

Made possible through Forward Ability Support, with the support of BrightSky Australia, Live Well Together reflects our shared belief that wellbeing grows through connection, community and opportunity.

After all, wellbeing isn't just about looking after your health. It's also about finding connection, confidence and community.

Explore Live Well Together and subscribe to stay tuned for upcoming events:
https://fas.org.au/live-well-together/

A home should support the life you want to live. For someone using a power wheelchair, managing complex equipment or nee...
25/08/2026

A home should support the life you want to live.

For someone using a power wheelchair, managing complex equipment or needing 24-hour nursing support, finding the right SIL home matters.

It means having a space designed around your needs. A team that understands your routines. And support that helps you keep doing the things that matter to you.

At Forward, our purpose-built SIL accommodation supports people with complex physical needs, with private rooms, onsite meals, laundry and experienced support teams.

With more than 65 years supporting people with spinal cord injury and complex disabilities, Forward understands that great SIL is about more than accommodation. It’s about creating the right environment, support and opportunities for everyday life.

If you’re looking for SIL accommodation where your needs, goals and independence are understood, and where support is built around you and the life you want to live, we’d love the opportunity to show you around Ferguson Lodge.

Contact us to learn more or arrange a tour.
☎️ (02) 8741 5689
📧 [email protected]
🔗 fergusonlodge.com.au

Something new is on the way.Being a Forward Member has always been about being part of a community that understands, sup...
24/08/2026

Something new is on the way.

Being a Forward Member has always been about being part of a community that understands, supports and advocates for people living with spinal cord injury.
Soon, we'll be introducing new ways to stay connected, get involved and enjoy being part of the Forward community.

We can't wait to share what's coming.

Watch this space.

Every person’s transition beyond hospital looks different.For some, it may mean returning home with the right supports i...
20/08/2026

Every person’s transition beyond hospital looks different.

For some, it may mean returning home with the right supports in place. For others, it may mean spending time in a purpose-built environment where they can adjust to new routines, access specialist support, and continue working towards their personal goals.

The right environment can make a meaningful difference, creating the space to adapt to life after hospital, build confidence, and reconnect with the things that matter most.

Our SCI PATH (SCI Preparation and Transition Hub) program helps people navigate this transition by bringing together the personal, clinical, and practical supports needed for their next chapter.

Delivered at Ferguson Lodge, a purpose-built environment that supports this transition, SCI PATH provides personalised support, community-based clinical care, medical consumables tailored to individual needs, and opportunities to develop daily living skills.

With over 65 years of spinal cord injury expertise behind the program, participants are supported to focus on their goals, build confidence, and take their next steps towards a life in the community.

Learn more about the SCI PATH program at Ferguson Lodge:
☎️ (02) 8741 5689
📩 [email protected]

A wound is never just a wound.For someone living with spinal cord injury or a complex disability, a pressure injury can ...
18/08/2026

A wound is never just a wound.

For someone living with spinal cord injury or a complex disability, a pressure injury can affect much more than physical health. It can impact independence, daily routines, confidence and the ability to do the things that matter most.

That's why Forward Ability Support and BrightSky Australia are pleased to be Bronze Sponsors of the Wounds Australia 2026 Conference. We look forward to connecting with healthcare professionals, sharing knowledge and continuing the conversations that strengthen care for people living with complex needs.

If you're attending, do come say hi!

What a way to kick off our partnership with the Western Sydney Wanderers FC Powerchair Team! ❤️🖤 Our Forward Ability Su...
18/08/2026

What a way to kick off our partnership with the Western Sydney Wanderers FC Powerchair Team! ❤️🖤

Our Forward Ability Support and BrightSky Australia teams recently visited Wanderers Football Park to celebrate the beginning of our partnership as the Official Powerchair Front of Shirt and Inclusive Schools Partner.
It was great to meet the Wanderers’ National Champion Powerchair team, see the new jersey unveiled for the first time, and spend time with players from both the Powerchair and Men’s A-League teams.

But what we're supporting goes well beyond the jersey.
Through the Wanderers’ Inclusive Schools Program, our partnership will help create more opportunities for students of all abilities across Western Sydney to experience football in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Increasing access to sport at grassroots gives more young people the opportunity to discover what sport can bring – confidence, connection, belonging and the joy of being part of a team.

We're incredibly proud to play a part in making those opportunities more accessible and can't wait to see what the season ahead brings.

The season has been building up to this moment.After months of competition, commitment and incredible performances, the ...
16/08/2026

The season has been building up to this moment.

After months of competition, commitment and incredible performances, the Wheelchair Basketball Australia National Finals Series is bringing the 2026 season to its biggest stage.

We look forward to seeing the best of Australian wheelchair basketball come together at the State Basketball Centre from 21–23 August for an unforgettable finale.

As proud Presenting Partners of Wheelchair Basketball Australia, Forward Ability Support and BrightSky Australia are excited to support this celebration of athletes, clubs and the wider wheelchair basketball community.

Need a continence assessment? We have immediate availability. Our Clinical Services team currently has appointments avai...
14/08/2026

Need a continence assessment? We have immediate availability.

Our Clinical Services team currently has appointments available for continence assessments and is accepting referrals now, with No Waitlist.
Whether you’re a Support Coordinator, participant or family member, our team is here to help you understand the next steps and access the right support.

Call us today for a confidential chat to discuss your needs.

📞 (02) 8741 5689
📧 [email protected]

Address

6 Holker Street Newington
Sydney, NSW
2127

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+61287415600

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