Positive Vision

What we imagine is possible for people with disability will have a significant impact on the quality of their lives. High expectations and big dreams can inspire action to support people with disability to live the good life. A life full of family, friends, purpose, contribution and belonging. Things that matter to everyone but are not always available to people with disability without careful thinking and planning. The resources on this page will not only inspire but provide a road map for taking action for creating better lives for people.

Futures in Focus

In this video, parent Meg Sweeney argues that real and lasting change demands a change in mindset. The right way of thinking can lift the barriers from people’s lives and allow them to be all they can be. (Opens in YouTube).

Clarity of Vision

In this video, parent Wendy Stroeve shares a powerful explanation for the importance of vision to inspire determined action for good quality of life for people with disability. (Opens in YouTube)

Clarity of Vision - video transcript

Transcript of Wendy Stroeve's conference presentation on the importance of vision. (PDF)

The Village...Alex lives in

A website created by the Stoeve family for their son Alex. It has their vision statement, Alex's 'village', plans, daily life, and photo galleries. (Opens in new window)

Harness the Possibilities

Planning a positive future for a child with disability. A 46 page booklet created by Resourcing Inclusive Communities. You can also order hard copies by calling or emailing our office. (PDF)

Living the Dream

In this video, Nathan Basha tells his story. Nathan is an advocate for himself and others to live without the limitations and low expectations imposed on him by others. (Opens in YouTube).

Importance and purpose of vision

In this video, Barbara Nish shares how a vision for her son helped their family understand who he is and stay focused, so they could fight the tough battles to do their best for him. (Opens in YouTube)

How a vision can be useful

In this video, parent Annette Bush shares how they have used their vision for their son to make decisions and communicate with others their best interests for him. (Opens in YouTube)

Getting the good life

A practical, 3 page guide to map out what the good life looks like for yourself or someone you know. Published by Resourcing Inclusive Communities. (PDF)