Disability Services

About Us

Where We Service

Our Story – Supporting Our Community for 30 Years.

For three decades, Ability Network has been proud to support people with disability in Cowra and the surrounding region. As a community-based not-for-profit organisation, our focus has always been on providing compassionate, high-quality supports that place people at the centre of everything we do. Over the years, we have grown alongside our community, adapting our services to meet the evolving needs of the people we support.

Today, Ability Network continues this commitment by offering person-centred supports that promote independence, wellbeing, and meaningful participation in everyday life. From skill-building and social connection to community engagement and supported activities, we aim to create opportunities for people to live the life they choose.

Our long-standing connection to the local community remains at the heart of our work, and we are proud to continue supporting individuals and families across the region.

We welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how Ability Network can support you or your loved one.

Board Members

The Ability Network Board Members include:

Ruth Fagan
Ruth FaganChairman
Rachel Roberts
Rachel RobertsTreasurer/Director
Kerry Smith
Kerry SmithSecretary/Director
Georgia Owen
Georgia OwenDirector
Rob Webster
Rob WebsterDirector

Senior Management

Shane Kruger
Shane KrugerCEO
Annie Crasti
Annie CrastiDeputy CEO/ General Manager – Corporate Services
Erin Green
Erin GreenGeneral Manager – Disability Services

Our People

Kristie Reid
Kristie ReidManager – Disability Services
Angela Raptis
Angela RaptisManager – Disability Services
Bronwyn Ford
Bronwyn FordFinance Co-Ordinator
Karen O’Brien
Karen O’BrienTeam Leader – Jordan House
Lisa Bernays
Lisa BernaysTeam Leader – Group Programs
Angela McCormick
Angela McCormickTeam Leader – Sale Yard Kiosk
Katie McVicar
Katie McVicarTeam Leader- Support Co-Ordination
Callum Mokaraka
Callum MokarakaMental Health support worker and Psychosocial recovery coach
Careen Field
Careen Field Team Leader – Finding and keeping a job mentor

Careers

It’s the people who make Ability Network a great place to work.

Ability Network is looking for passionate people to join their team supporting individuals with disabilities.

They provide training, support, and career development, even for those without prior experience. Employees work alongside skilled staff and have opportunities to make a meaningful difference as the organisation expands across the Central West.

Interested applicants can send a cover letter and CV to hr@abilitynetwork.com.au.

Enquire About Careers

Disability Services
02 6341 3575