When systems are delayed and risk can’t be removed immediately, harm reduction becomes essential. This resource outlines what harm reduction means in disability and community support, with practical, values-led steps to help reduce preventable harm and maintain stability in complex situations.

When I first supported a client on the STO pathway, I felt completely out of my depth. There were terms I’d never heard of, plans I didn’t know existed, and a process that felt wrapped in legal and clinical language. Here is a practical summary of what I’ve learned - and what I wish I’d known earlier.

When I first heard the term “Supervised Treatment Order”, I had no idea what it was all about. I’ve worked in the sector for a while and...