It has been a challenging two years, caused by the global pandemic and research has shown on-going uncertainty can lead to low moods, decreased productivity and increased stress.

Our People and Culture team wanted to proactively and thoughtfully address the impact COVID-19, lockdowns and changes in the workplace are having on staff, and  implemented a Wellbeing Strategy for Indigo and ILA.

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Read more about our Partnership with ECU

Assistive technology (AT) is anything that supports or lets you do that which you can’t do/or can no longer do yourself.

AT can be simple, like a pair of reading glasses, to the more complex, such as a communication program that supports speech, and everything in between.

There is AT for every activity and aspect of life. If you want to do it, play it, make it, participate in it, or use it, there is AT available to support you to achieve your goals (and if there isn’t an AT solution, chances are it’s being developed).

Learn more about AT

Term three will see Indigo’s Schools team finish their current trial of site visits and telehealth catchups with the wonderful staff and students at the O'Connor Education Support Centre (OESC) in Kalgoorlie, as part of their Country Kids Communicate project.

Indigo’s Schools Team has completed three successful site visits to the school, as well as conducting regular telehealth catchups with staff.

Non-electronic communication aids are tools that can help someone express and understand language. They are one type of assistive technology called Augmentative and Alternative Communication, AAC for short.

Non-electronic communication aids may also be referred to as low-tech or paper-based communication aids. They may be laminated or made of durable, waterproof, tearproof paper.

Village Hubs: ILA, as the National Grants Manager for the Village Hubs Grants Fund has successfully completed the three steps of the end-to-end selection process, and an announcement of the 10 successful Hubs should be released next week.

Read more on Village Hubs

KeepAble: KeepAble presents the Assistive Technology Essentials Guide featuring an introduction to low-risk assistive technology.

Whilst low risk assistive technology is just one aspect of CHSP service provision, the use of such can make a fundamental difference in a person’s capacity to manage everyday activities independently, safely and confidently.

Read more on KeepAble

Read more about the Portal and follow AT Chat on social media as the live countdown begins.

AT Chat: The AT Chat team has been working tirelessly behind the scenes as they prepare to launch the new AT Portal. Storing all your AT information in one place, the portal will be your central platform where you can collate and build your AT journey, your way.

By compiling AT data from the National Equipment Database (NED), you can streamline your service provider appointments and know what you want, when you need it.

Meet the Team is our regular feature where we take five to interview one of our own about their role and their most memorable moments about working at Indigo.


In this edition, hear from Kellen, our passionate Allied Health Assistant for our Speech Pathology and  Schools Teams.  She shares her inside knowledge of what it’s like supporting one of Indigo’s busy Teams.


Find out how you can join our Team

Rail and Ramp Prescription for Home Modifications

When:  Friday, 17 September 2021
Where: Indigo, The Niche, Suite A, 11 Aberdare Rd, Nedlands
Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Cost: $150.00

SourceKids Disability Expo

When:  Friday and saturday, 10 -11 September 2021
Where: Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Cost: Free (Tickets are essential)

Talking Mats Foundation Training

When:  Thursday, 30 September 2021
Where: Indigo, The Niche, Suite A, 11 Aberdare Rd, Nedlands
Time: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Cost: $330.00

Seniors and Carers Expo

When:  Friday, 1 October 2021
Where: Mike Barrett Sports Complex, Cnr Dixon Rd and Goddard St, Rockingham
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cost: Free

AAC in Practice

When:  Monday, 4 October - 22 November 2021
Where: Indigo, The Niche, Suite A, 11 Aberdare Rd, Nedlands
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost: $400.00

Key Word Sign

When:  Thursday, 7 October 2021
Where: Indigo, The Niche, Suite A, 11 Aberdare Rd, Nedlands
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Cost: $225.00

Supporting Adults with Complex Communication Needs

When:  Monday, 11 October 2021
Where: Indigo, The Niche, Suite A, 11 Aberdare Rd, Nedlands
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Cost: $120.00