Disability Sports Australia (DSA) has partnered with Tender Loving Care as the Naming Rights Partner for the Abilities Unleashed Kids event in Liverpool on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
Tender Loving Care’s support will enable the delivery of the event at Whitlam Leisure Centre, connecting children with disability to sport in their local community and strengthening access at a grassroots level.
Tender Loving Care is a registered NDIS provider delivering personalised disability support services, supporting people with disability to participate in everyday life and their community.
Abilities Unleashed is a national, multi-sport participation program that connects children with disability to sport in their local area. It provides a clear starting point, helping participants and families understand what is available, how to get involved, and where they can continue beyond the day.
The Liverpool event will bring together local sporting organisations, providers and families through a structured program designed to create direct connections into ongoing opportunities.
Kristy Rohrer, National Participation and Education Manager at Disability Sports Australia, said the event plays an important role in connecting local communities.
“This event helps children with disability in Liverpool connect with sport in their local community and understand what opportunities are available to them.
We thank Tender Loving Care for their support in making that connection possible.”
Kristy Brennan, New South Wales Manager at Tender Loving Care said the organisation is pleased to support the Liverpool event.
“We’re proud to support this event and help connect children with disability to sport in their local community.”
Over the past 12 months, the program has delivered strong participation outcomes across Australia:
- 50 events delivered
- 3,309 participants engaged
- 137 schools involved
- 181 local sporting organisations engaged
- 552 coaches and program deliverers involved
- 261 volunteers activated
The program works with schools, teachers, local sporting clubs and delivery partners to ensure activities are delivered in ways that work for each participant, with a focus on local opportunities and ongoing participation.
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to increasing participation by strengthening local connections and supporting people with disability to engage with sport in a way that works for them.
This aligns strongly with Disability Sports Australia’s focus on reducing barriers for participation and creating accessible pathways into sport for people with disability.
Tender Loving Care also supports community-based sport and physical activity through initiatives including learn to ride programs, school holiday programs and inclusive activities that build confidence, skills and connection.
Through this partnership, more children with disability and their families will be able to discover local sport, connect with clubs and providers, and continue participating beyond a single event.
Event Details
Event: Tender Loving Care Abilities Unleashed Kids – Liverpool
Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm AEST
Location: Whitlam Leisure Centre, 90A Memorial Ave, Liverpool NSW
Registration
People with disability, families and support organisations can register or learn more at:
Tender Loving Care Liverpool Abilities Unleashed Kids
For more information about the Abilities Unleashed Program and other events, please visit Abilities Unleashed.
About Disability Sports Australia:
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) is a national non-profit, registered charity, and National Sporting Organisation for people with disability, dedicated to increasing participation in grassroots sport.
For over 60 years, DSA has been at the forefront of disability sport in Australia, starting with wheelchair sports and seeking to expand opportunities for people with disability across the country. Today, DSA is disability-agnostic, focusing on building the capability of sports organisations to ensure inclusive and accessible opportunities for people with disability.
Its goal is to raise awareness of the positive impact sport can have, remove barriers to participation, and build a future where sport is inclusive for all Australians.
About Tender Loving Care
Tender Loving Care Disability is a registered NDIS provider delivering personalised disability support services that help people living with disability build independence, confidence, connection and community participation. With services across New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria, Tender Loving Care provides a range of supports including accommodation, in-home support, allied health, and community-based programs.
Tender Loving Care empowers people to achieve their individual goals through tailored support services that promote independence, inclusion, and choice. We aim to dismantle barriers associated with disabilities to ensure easy accessibility to essential services.
https://www.tenderlovingcaredisability.com.au/
Media Contact:
Ayden Shaw
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Disability Sports Australia
Tender Loving Care
Kristy Brennan
New South Wales State Manager
Tender Loving Care
