Our team are available to come to you at a time that suits you, office hours are 8am to 5pm.
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Expert Dietitian Services for NDIS Participants in Wollongong
Clinical Dietitians Sydney for People Living with Disability.
We Come to You!
Active Ability’s NDIS Registered dietitians in Wollongong help people with disability to enjoy improved health and wellbeing by providing personalised nutritional assessment and advice.
What you eat can significantly impact your physical and mental health. Our dietitians will support you to feel and function better through the right dietary choices.
As mobile service providers, our skilled, friendly team of dietitians will come to you. We can visit your home, workplace, or preferred local facility in Wollongong..
Because we specialise in supporting people with disability, our team is highly experienced working with people who have intellectual disability, autism, mental illness or neurological conditions.
With no wait times, our NDIS clinical dietitians can quickly get you on the road to better health and quality of life through improved nutrition.
How can a clinical dietitian in
Wollongong help you?
Active Ability’s NDIS registered dietitians in Wollongong are experienced at supporting people with disability to make dietary choices
for better health. We use nutrition information and education to help you achieve your goals.
We will complete an assessment and provide recommendations based on your needs, medical history and current
eating habits. Then, we’ll give you the tools and support to put our recommendations into place.
Examples of how a dietitian in Wollongong might help include:
If you’re new to the NDIS, we understand that it can seem overwhelming. Our team is here to help, in whatever ways
we can. The Active Ability team can assist you in understanding the NDIS, figuring out your eligibility and creating
goals and a plan, that the NDIS may cover.
Our NDIS physiotherapists are experts in caring for people with spinal cord injuries, acquired brain injuries, physical
and intellectual disabilities as well as neurological injuries.
We don’t charge for travel and we don’t have a waiting list, which means you can get started even sooner!
Dedicated Professionals in Wollongong
Why Choose Our Dietitian
Services in Wollongong?
We provide tailored nutrition plans designed for each participant’s unique
needs. Our experienced team ensures every session is engaging and effective.
Expertise You
Can Trust
As a disability specialist provider, you can be assured that our dietitians have extensive training and experience in the disability sector.
Convenient Scheduling for
Busy Families
We offer flexible appointments times to accommodate your schedule and can come to your home with the lowest travel charges or we’ll beat it.
Holistic Approach to
Treatment
Our methods promote overall growth and progress, focused on each individual’s goals and wellbeing.
Therapy Insights
IIf you’re new to the NDIS, we understand it can be overwhelming.
We can help you set up a service agreement – and
then we’ll deliver transformative care that truly makes a difference.
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NDIS Dietetics Treatment in Wollongong
Why dietetics is important
At Active Ability, our Wollongong dietitians are university-qualified health professionals who understand how to use what you eat to support good health and wellbeing, reduce chronic disease risk and manage special dietary needs.
Research shows that a healthy, balanced diet has many health benefits, including:
- Reduced risk of certain diseases including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and some cancers
- Providing essential nutrients needed by the different body systems, such as the nervous, musculoskeletal and immune systems
- Supplying adequate levels of nutrients for healthy growth and development
- Prevention of nutrient deficiency diseases
- Helping to maintain a healthy body weight
- Improved energy levels
- Better mood
Improved Mobility
- What you eat has a huge impact on your energy levels and ability to mobilise
Greater Function
- Once you have improved ability to move more, you’ll be more able to be out in the community
Restored Wellbeing
- Holistic support to encourage physical confidence and participation
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NDIS Dietitians Supporting People
with Disability
Meet the Active Ability NDIS dietetics team, all university-qualified allied health professionals with a special interest
in providing treatment for people with disability.
Caroline Liu
Senior Accredited Practising Dietitian
Caroline is an Accredited Practising Dietitian dedicated to helping others achieve their health, wellbeing and functional goals. She has worked with a range of clients aged between 6-100 years of age both in the community as well as clinical and hospital settings. Clients that she has supported include those living with intellectual and physical disability, autism and complex mental illness. Their goals range from managing their dysphagia and PEG feeds to improving fussy eating or portion control. She enjoys working closely with her clients and their support people to find practical strategies to improve aspects of their diet and nutrition such as increasing independence in food choices and managing disability-related health conditions including weight management and diabetes. Caroline provides our mobile dietetic services to NDIS participants in Greater Western Sydney including Horsley Park, St Clair, Minchinbury, Colyton, Rooty Hill, St Marys and surrounds.
Jacinta Birbara
Senior Accredited Practising Dietitian
Jacinta studied at the University of Sydney and completed an undergrad in Exercise and Sports Science in 2018 and a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics in 2020. After graduating, Jacinta commenced her role as a Dietitian at Active Ability in 2021 and has been with us ever since. Today, Jacinta works as both a Dietitian and a Clinical Manager and enjoys the variety in her day to day work. Jacinta has a wide breadth of experience as a Dietitian and enjoys being able to work with clients with varying disabilities and their stakeholders to ensure the highest level of care. Jacinta is compassionate and empathetic and prides herself on providing client-centred, multifaceted care to her clients and building strong foundations with those around her. In her spare time, Jacinta enjoys spending time with her young family and eating delicious food! Jacinta provides services to the Parramatta region including Parramatta, Northmead, Carlingford, Epping, Ryde and surrounds.
Lauren Bailey
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Lauren is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who is passionate about helping others to build their capacity, improve their health and well-being and reach their goals. Lauren has previous experience working with various people in both the community and clinical settings. Lauren enjoys building strong relationships with her clients to support them to implement tailored nutrition intervention and strategies aimed towards achieving their goals and improving their overall health and wellbeing. Since joining Active Ability in 2023, Lauren has worked with a wide variety of clients with autism spectrum disorder, motor neurone disease, cerebral palsy and intellectual disabilities. Lauren provides services to The Hills and Western Sydney regions including Riverstone, Blacktown, Seven Hills, Baulkham Hills, Castle Hill, Kellyville, Annangrove, Kenthurst and surrounds.
Rachael Smith
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Rachael is an Accredited Practising Dietitian passionate about providing evidence-based interventions to improve the health, wellbeing and independence of her clients. Rachael enjoys working closely with her clients and their multidisciplinary team to empower them to reach their goals. Since joining the Active Ability Team, Rachael has supported a range of NDIS clients including those with intellectual disability, neurological conditions and psychosocial disabilities and has completed a comprehensive training course in paediatric feeding therapy to support her clients who have Autism. Rachael currently services the Northern Beaches area of Sydney including Brookvale, Cromer, Collaroy, Warriewood, Mona Vale, Newport, Freshwater, Avalon, Palm Beach and surrounds.
Sophia Lin
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Sophia is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who graduated from the University of Sydney with a passion for providing evidence-based strategies to improve the health, wellbeing and independence of her clients. Sophia enjoys building close relationships with clients and their support network, helping them find practical strategies to work towards improving their health and wellbeing, achieving their NDIS goals and maximising their quality of life. Since joining the Active Ability Team, Sophia has supported a range of NDIS clients including those with intellectual and physical disability, autism and mental illness. Sophia provides services to the Blue Mountains and Greater West area including Blaxland, Glenbrook, Penrith, Jordan Springs, St Marys, Rooty Hill, Marayong, Blacktown and surrounds.
Jewel Jeganathan
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Jewel is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who completed her Master in Dietetic Practice in 2023. Her passion for people and commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of clients fuels her enthusiasm as she works with clients of all ages and abilities. Through working in a community setting, she has gained experience working with clients with diverse needs, including those with intellectual and physical disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, mental health conditions, genetic disorders, and neurological conditions. This has enabled her to address unique nutritional needs by providing client-centred nutrition assessment and care. Jewel’s approach to practice is evidence-based and marked by compassion, empathy and a commitment to delivering high-quality dietetic services to achieve positive client outcomes and success. In her spare time, Jewel enjoys spending time outdoors, by the beach, going for walks, and playing Oztag. Jewel provides mobile dietetics services within the Hornsby Shire and the Hills District (including Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, Glenhaven, Bella Vista, Castle Hill and surrounds).
Portia Hawke
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Portia is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who has been working for Active Ability since Oct 2024. Portia has experience in providing nutrition support for those with texture modified diets, those tube feeding, individuals with diabetes, and picky eating. She is passionate about providing support and knowledge to clients so that they are empowered to make healthy food choices. She grew up in Orange and studied at the University of Newcastle. Portia provides mobile dietetics services to Canberra.
Jamila Noordin
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Jamila is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who completed a Bachelor of Nutrition Science and a Master of Dietetic Practice at Australian Catholic University in 2025. She has a strong interest in clinical nutrition and disability, with both professional and personal experiences in supporting children, adults and the elderly population with a range of complex needs. Through her diverse clinical and community placements, Jamila has developed experience in areas such as chronic disease management, disability-related nutrition concerns and supporting clients with varying levels of independence. She is passionate about providing practical, individualised nutrition care that aligns with each client’s goals, preferences and daily environment and takes a collaborative and person-centred approach, working closely with clients, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams to support sustainable and meaningful outcomes. She values meeting clients where they are at and empowering them to build confidence around food and their health. Jamila currently provides Active Ability's dietetic services across the Liverpool and Bankstown areas of Sydney.
Eden Rothnie-White
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Eden joins Active Ability from a background in the disability support work sector. Eden is passionate about working in the community to help individuals achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. She enjoys supporting people to reach their nutritional goals through evidence-based, person-centred care tailored to their unique needs, preferences, and circumstances. Eden has a strong interest in empowering people to achieve greater independence while respecting and maintaining their autonomy. She is excited to begin her career as a dietitian, working collaboratively with clients, families, and support teams to promote positive health outcomes and meaningful lifestyle changes. Outside of work, Eden enjoys cooking, staying active, and exploring new ways to nourish both body and mind. She is a self-confessed chocolate and coffee enthusiast and never says no to a sweet treat. Eden provides mobile dietetics services to the Wollongong region, including Jamberoo, Albion Park, Dapto, Wollongong, Corrimal, and surrounds.
Louisa Carter
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Louisa is a passionate and dedicated dietitian committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others. She is thrilled to be part of Active Ability as it allows her to combine her expertise in dietetics with her deep desire to support people to achieve their full potential. Although her experience is across both adults and paediatrics, she has an interest in working with children and adolescents, and she enjoys helping clients develop healthy, sustainable eating habits that nurture their growth and well-being. Louisa provides Active Ability's dietetic services in the Hills area of Sydney.
Hannah Millar
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Hannah is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who graduated from the University of Sydney in 2024 and joined Active Ability in 2025, initially as part of the client services team before moving into our dietetics department. She is passionate about community dietetics and is driven by a strong desire to ensure that all people can access the care they need. Hannah loves building meaningful relationships with clients, taking the time to listen and understand their stories so she can provide individualised, person-centred care that supports their goals.
She has a particular interest across the spectrum of disability, including paediatric nutrition, eating disorder recovery, and community-based care. Hannah enjoys finding engaging and practical ways to share nutrition information, always aiming to make healthy eating enjoyable and accessible. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, painting, drawing, and playing the saxophone.
Jemma Francis
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Jemma is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with clinical disability experience across public and private hospitals in acute, outpatient and rehabilitation settings. Her areas of clinical interest include chronic disease management and rehabilitation nutrition, with a focus on diabetes, cardiovascular disease, injury recovery, gastrointestinal health (including stoma care, bowel resections and symptom management), neurological conditions (including stroke and Parkinson's disease), wound healing, weight management, and nutrition support for people requiring texture-modified diets. Jemma is passionate about helping people feel confident in managing their health through practical, personalised and evidence-based nutrition care. Drawing on her experience as a Disability Support Worker, she takes a warm, compassionate and person-centred approach to help clients achieve realistic, lasting improvements in their health and quality of life through sustainable behaviour change. Jemma provides our mobile dietetic services to the Campbelltown area and surrounding suburbs.
Georgia Dimitriades
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Georgia is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who graduated from the University of Sydney in 2023. She has a special interest in community-based settings that allow her to dedicate time to a long-term relationship with clients. Her fields of interest include weight management, mental health and eating disorders. She enjoys being able to provide education and support on healthy eating, and utilising a holistic approach to help clients achieve their goals. Georgia provides services to South West Sydney including Hurstville, Punchbowl, Greenacre, Strathfield, Ashfield, Campsie and surrounds.
Maysa Ayoub
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Maysa is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a Master of Dietetic Practice. She is driven by a deep commitment to supporting clients in achieving better health and wellbeing. Her expertise is grounded in diverse clinical placements, equipping her to address a variety of nutritional challenges and foster meaningful behavioural change. Maysa is passionate about collaborating with clients and their support teams to provide tailored education and nutrition services, empowering them to achieve sustainable health outcomes. Since joining the Active Ability team, Maysa has worked with a broad range of NDIS clients, including individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, schizophrenia, autism, and metabolic conditions. She is dedicated to supporting clients of all ages and abilities, helping them manage disability-related comorbidities and enhancing their overall health and quality of life. Outside of work, Maysa enjoys spending time with her family and her two cats. She loves spending time in the kitchen, experimenting with recipes and baking treats. She provides mobile dietetic services across Western Sydney, including Fairfield, Parramatta, Auburn, and surrounding areas.
Jennifer Louey
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Jennifer is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who has completed a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Sydney. She has experience providing nutritional support for people living with intellectual disability, brain injuries and mental illness. Her approach is holistic and client-centred, focusing on building long-term relationships and tailoring interventions to each individual's unique lifestyle, preferences, and needs. Jennifer in particular has a lot of experience with supporting clients with autism to build their knowledge and independence in making nutritious food choices and preparing meals. Jennifer loves exploring and finding creative ways that work for each individual. In Jennifer's personal time she is a professional cheerleader and she brings this to her sessions and always cheers her clients on! Jennifer services the Ryde region including Parramatta, Northmead, Carlingford, Epping, Ryde and Gladesville.
Silvana Mackovska
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Silvana is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a Master of Dietetic Practice. Silvana has a particular interest in community-clinical dietetics and a passion for promoting health through positive reinforcement, balanced eating and evidence-based information. She is eager to make a meaningful impact in her community and ensure individuals flourish independently by making nourishing choices. Silvana's journey from student to professional has equipped her with the latest research and practical skills to tailor dietary interventions that meet individual needs. Since joining Active Ability, Silvana has worked alongside individuals with schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia, intellectual disability, paediatric clients, individuals who require texture modification, autism spectrum disorder, metabolic conditions and weight management. The areas Silvana most likes to work in include malnutrition/metabolic disease, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, enteral nutrition and paediatrics with autism spectrum disorder. Silvana also has experience in sports nutrition, including working with the Parramatta Eels and has provided nutrition education sessions in high schools. With a commitment to continuous learning and a compassionate approach, she aims to inspire clients to achieve their goals one nutritious meal at a time.
Jenny Summers
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Jenny, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, holds a Master of Dietetic Practice from Australian Catholic University. Her commitment lies in empowering clients through personalised nutritional assessments and evidence-based interventions. Jenny is passionate about building strong relationships with clients, support workers, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance health outcomes and achieve NDIS goals. Her compassionate and empathetic approach, combined with extensive clinical experience positions her well to positively impact clients' health and quality of life. She is dedicated to delivering high quality dietetic services that lead to successful outcomes. After spending two years living in Darwin with her family (a family highlight) she now calls Sydney home. Jenny offers mobile dietetic services in the Sutherland Shire and surrounding suburbs.
Elise Khederlian
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Elise is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who recently joined Active Ability. She has a strong interest in paediatric nutrition and has experience working with children through her previous roles in before and after school care and as a diet aide at Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick. Elise also holds a master's degree in public health and is passionate about equitable health care delivery and supporting individuals with disabilities to achieve their personal and nutritional goals. She is excited to begin her career as a dietitian, working collaboratively with clients and their support teams to promote positive health outcomes. Elise enjoys cooking, staying active and travelling in her spare time.
Unlock Your Potential with NDIS Clinical Dietitian Services in Wollongong
The following is a non-exhaustive list of conditions our mobile NDIS Clinical Dietitians and Nutritionists can support you with:
Intellectual Disabilities
Down Syndrome, Developmental Delay, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Williams Syndrome, Bardet-Biedi Syndrome, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Syndrome, Angelman’s Syndrome, Chromosomal Disorders, Fragile X Syndrome
Neurological Conditions
Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injuries, Guillain Barre Syndrome, Parkinson’s Disease, Dementia, Motor Neurone Disease, Huntington’s Disease, Stroke, Acquired and Traumatic Brain Injuries, Muscular Dystrophy, Fibromyalgia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Chronic Fatigue, Epilepsy
Mental Health Conditions
Anxiety, Depression, Disordered Eating, Psychotic Illnesses, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, PTSD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
HOW TO GET STARTED WITH ACTIVE ABILITY
How to Access Our Clinical
Dietitian Services
We understand that the NDIS can feel overwhelming. Our team is here to help in whatever ways we can.
The Active Ability team can assist you in understanding the NDIS, figuring out your funding, and creating goals
and a treatment plan.
Follow these simple steps to get started on your journey to better health.
Step 1: Fill Out the NDIS Referral Form
Complete our online referral form or call us to discuss your needs and goals.
Step 2: Sign and Return Your Service Agreement
We’ll send you an individualised agreement to make sure we’re on the same page.
Step 3: Detailed Assessment
Your allocated dietitian will assess your health history, current function, and goals.
Step 4: Treatment Plan
We’ll design a tailored diet plan that aligns with your needs, funding, and preferences.
Step 5: Start Intervention
Book your first intervention appointment and begin your sessions wherever you feel most comfortable.
Step 6: Achieve your goals!
Through targeted treatments and guided nutrition plans, we’ll help you improve your independence and quality of life, one session at a time.
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FAQs
What is a Dietitian?
Wollongong Dietitians use food as medicine!
When it comes to food and nutrition, dietitians are the trained experts. Dietitians help to manage a wide range of conditions and their side effects including Autism and fussy eating, PEG feeding, texture-modified diets related to muscle wastage and choking risk, diabetes, heart disease, cancers, gastrointestinal diseases, food allergies and intolerances, disordered eating, overweight and obesity.
Many people think of a dietitian as someone who simply helps with weight loss, but this is not the case at all! Dietitians provide expert advice for people of all ages, in all stages of health.
With experience in a range of conditions, as well as a special understanding when it comes to people living with a disability, our NDIS registered dietitians provide real and reliable education and advice. We will equip you and your support people with the knowledge and skills to take control of your own health.
We like to think of our dietitians as nutritional scientists, who translate scientific research into practical advice with a focus on real, whole foods.
Active Ability’s clinical dietitians see clients throughout Wollongong as well as Sydney, Ryde, Sydney’s Inner West, Eastern Suburbs, and Southwest Sydney as well as Sutherland Shire, Parramatta City, Blacktown City, and The Hills Shire.
Do you have NDIS Funding?
NDIS dietetic services can be arranged through two NDIS Capacity Building funding categories.
- Improved health and wellbeing
- Improved daily living
To learn more about dietetics funded by the NDIS, get in touch with us.
How to arrange NDIS services with Active Ability
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Wollongong NDIS Dietitians
Albion Park, Bulli, Dapto, Fairy Meadow, Figtree, Keiraville, Port Kembla, Shell Cove, Shellharbour, Thirroul, Unaderra, Wollongong, Woonona