About Us
We are a highly committed and passionate Disability & Mental Health support service. We work with people on the National Disability Insurance Scheme
(NDIS) and support them on their journey. We take pride in building connection, being empowered together and supporting alongside you.
Meet the Team
Bianca (they/them/she/her)
Hi Everyone!
My name is Bianca. I am Director and Owner of Bright Star Support Services SA.
I am a mother of 2 amazingly unique humans, both with their own disabilities. I have been working as a Disability Support Worker for over 6 years. Before that I assisted in a playgroup that was inclusive of all with an area of understanding for autistic children. I also volunteered with an organisation who support families on the autism spectrum for 4 years.
I am a qualified counsellor. A Lead Trainer of Emotional-CPR, and hold a diploma in Mental Health. I am autistic and a life full of lived experience.
I am quirky and you will tend to see me in a different pair of quirky earrings!
I pride myself on being transparent, honest and authentic in who I am.
I am passionate about making a change, supporting not only the client but the whole family and spreading understanding, acceptance, validation and more. I believe for this the key words are connection and compassion. I am a Marvel fan, I am creativity with Arts and Crafts. And gently learning the art of gardening!
Katy (She/her)
Hi my name is Katy!
I am a passionate disability advocate and am excited to bring my skills and knowledge of NDIS to the Brightstar Team.
What will my job be?
I help you understand and budget your plan to help you map a pathway forward. If needed, I can also support you to prepare for plan review.
Maximising supports in participants plans is part of the whole thing, assessing budgets, supports and goals and sometimes working with what you have until your next scheduled plan review.
I look forward to connecting with others and supporting as needed.
Thaiss (She/her)
Hi I’m Thaiss and I’m a Spanish Australian. I’ve enjoyed travelling to different countries overseas. I am a new mum to a beautiful girl. I love music, vintage movies and road trips to hidden towns to check out their antique shops, house ruins and the history of the town. (Crystal Brooke was pretty good!) I have been in the Early Learning Sector for over 20 years and still want to be connected and be a part of creating a better world for children and their families. I would love to carry this passion over to the disability sector.
Lily (she/her)
My name is Lily.
I am the mum of two amazing autistic teenagers who are my pride and joy. We share our home with two cats, two budgies and two silly chooks who provide us with lovely fresh eggs.
I love Halloween and attending OzComicCon and SupaNova: I consider myself a massive geek! My main fandoms are Doctor Who, Supernatural, MCU and more recently, Stranger Things. One of my favourite things to do is curl up with a good book and I’m always on the look-out for great new book or author recommendations. I look forward to getting to know everyone who walks through Bright Stars doors.
Olivia(she/her)
Hello everyone!
My name is Olivia, I have been supporting young people with disabilities since 2018.
Supporting people is my passion that I’ve been fortunate enough to make it my career. I truly do love my job!
I enjoy art, music, movies, cooking and yoga in my spare time. I’m a fan of Doctor Who, Marvel, and I absolutely LOVE Harry Potter!
Amongst other training I also hold seizure training. I have lived experience of autism and I understand everyone is unique.
Jacob(he/him)
Hi, My names Jacob, and I am super excited to work along side Bright Star Support Services and its amazing staff. I have a strong background in mental health and am super passionate about supporting and assisting people.
I am a music fan and have been playing guitar since roughly 9 years old. I can also play drums, and a little bit of piano. (Apparently, I don’t sing bad either). I enjoy camping and the beach, and being outdoors, but I also love sitting in, relaxing, and playing video games. I am a father of 3 boys and a dog owner.
I have a life full of lived experience dealing with the ups and downs of what life can throw at you, so the knowledge I can utilise and relay in my support to clients can come from a place of self-growth and understanding of the struggle. I look forward to the opportunity to meet some awesome clients and begin this journey with Bright Stars!
Elah-Daisy(she/her)
Hi everyone! My name is Elah.
I have volunteered in the Autism community for some time now. I enjoy reading, art, and music. I’m a massive Marvel fan, and I love learning interesting facts. I am self-taught in guitar. And hugely passionate about DnD.
I am trained in eCPR, currently studying Bachelor of Psychology at Uni.
At Bright Star I facilitate the Dungeons n Dragons programs and other workshops.
I look forward to connecting and walking this journey with some amazing people
Eryka(she/her)
Hi my name is Eryka.
For the past 9 years I worked within the Education Department as a School Support Officer and an Aboriginal Community Education Officer.
I have a certificate 3 in Individual Support and look forward to do more trainings under Bright Star.
In my free time I enjoy playing netball, playing board games with my friends, I love Marvel and Disney movies and in the summer, I enjoy spending time at the beach and in my garden.
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Rena(she/her)
Hi, my name is Réna.
I am a proud mum of 2 gorgeous kids. I am currently a carer and also volunteer part time at a local kindy and have done so for the last 6 years.
I enjoy having fun and laughing whenever possible, having new experiences and trying new things. I love socialising and travelling with friends and family and dedicating time to others. I enjoy listening to all kinds of music as well as reading and spending time outdoors. I am a firm and dedicated soccer (football) mum and love to encourage those around me to do what they love.
I am passionate for supporting and assisting others having had lifelong experience of being a carer of family members from a young age and previously working in the Aged Care industry. I also have personal insight and hands on experience of mental health and the complex issues that are involved on this journey.
I hope to use my life experiences to make day to day living easier for someone else and most of all I am looking forward to developing relationships and connections with some amazing children, young people and their families.
Michaela(she/her)
My name is Michaela.
I’m a bubbly, friendly and caring person. I have lived experience and wanted to bring that into the disability field and support others.
I am a skilled musician playing a range of instruments and am actively involved in the Adelaide music scene.
Other hobbies include gaming and spending time with my animals. I’m also a dungeons and dragons fan and enjoy playing this.
Aleesha (she/her)
Hi my name is Aleesha.
I am currently studying a degree in Developmental Education at University. I am in my 2nd year.I am an outgoing person although I may start quiet until you get to know me. I am compassionate and a hard worker. I am also neurodiverse.
I am excited to be working in the industry of disability and to help make some changes within the community. I believe my understanding and the kindness that I hold for others will be able to support people on their journey. I look forward to working on the amazing Bright Star team and getting to connect with people and support them.
Crystal(she/her)
Hi my name is Crystal. I am originally from Darwin, have 3 wonderful children. And some pets also including chickens!
You can find me in my spare time in the garden, playing with my children and the little zoo of animals I have. I have completed my certs in disability and look forward to learning more and being privileged to walk on people's journeys with them.
Hayley (she/her)
Hi my name is Hayley,
I’m new to the field of support work but not NDIS. I am so excited to start this new journey of walking along side people and supporting them as they need.
I am outgoing, positive, caring, and a fun person. When not at work I love to be in the sun and out in nature, especially at the beach. I enjoy catching up with friends, being active, camping, and going on adventures, as well as playing board games, watching movies, and playing video games.
Brooklyn (she/her)
Hi everyone!!! My name is Brooklyn
I’m sooo excited to start this journey of working within the disability industry at Bright Star.
I am a fun, bubbly, & passionate person who loves getting to know people. I have a love for people, animals, netball, volleyball & travelling.
I’m super excited to support and uplift this community while being able to learn and grow as an individual. I’m looking forward to being apart of this amazing team and connecting within the community.