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Affective Care Finalist in the 2026 Local Business Awards

Affective Care is proud to announce that we have been named a finalist in the 2026 Canterbury Bankstown Local Business Awards.

This recognition is an important milestone for our team.

It reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering emotionally centred NDIS services, aged care, therapy, accommodation support, plan management, and telehealth services with empathy, professionalism, and purpose.

It also highlights the trust placed in us by participants, families, carers, and referral partners across Canterbury-Bankstown and the wider Sydney community.  

Recognising Quality NDIS and Aged Care Services in Canterbury-Bankstown

Being selected as a finalist in the 2026 Canterbury Bankstown Local Business Awards is a meaningful acknowledgement of the standard of care and customer service we aim to provide every day. 

At Affective Care, we are committed to offering high-quality, participant-focused support services that are personalised, reliable, and aligned with the goals of the people we support.

Our work is built on dignity, emotional wellbeing, trust, and practical outcomes, with a strong focus on helping people live with greater independence, confidence, and choice.  

Furthermore, as a provider supporting people living with disabilities and older Australians, we believe great care is not only about the service itself, but also about how that service is delivered. 

What Makes Affective Care Different

What sets Affective Care apart is our ability to combine professionalism with genuine compassion. We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach.

Instead, we take the time to listen, understand individual goals, and deliver support that respects each person’s needs, preferences, and emotional wellbeing.

Each service is delivered with a clear commitment to quality, consistency, and meaningful support outcomes.

Our services include: 

A Finalist Recognition Built on Care, Community, and Growth

Over the past two years, Affective Care has continued to strengthen its position as a trusted provider in the disability and aged care sectors.

During this time, we have grown our reach, supported more participants and families, expanded telehealth access, and strengthened referral relationships.

Moreover, this finalist recognition reflects not only our business growth, but also our long-term commitment to providing support that is values-led, emotionally aware, and community-focused. 

Supporting the Local Community Through Inclusive, Participant-Centred Care 

Affective Care proudly supports the local community by helping people living with disabilities, older Australians, and their families access compassionate, person-centred care. 

In addition, we also support the community through education, culturally responsive communication, local engagement, and strong referral relationships.

Our goal is to make support more accessible, inclusive, and easier to understand for the people who need it most.  

We promote our business through a values-led approach that includes educational content, social media, local networking, referrals, community events, and targeted digital marketing.

Moreover, this helps us not only raise awareness but also give participants and families clear, accessible information that supports confident decision-making.

 

Finalist in the local business awards, Affective Care

 

A Team Committed to High Standards of Service

Affective Care’s success is driven by a team that is trained, supported, and motivated to deliver care with heart. 

We invest in onboarding, compliance training, ongoing learning, role-specific development, and continuous improvement to make sure our staff can provide safe, high-quality, participant-centred services.

Just as importantly, we foster a workplace culture that values empathy, teamwork, accountability, and purpose, helping our team stay connected to the real impact of their work.  

A Sustainable and Future-Focused Approach

As we continue to grow, we remain committed to building a sustainable business that creates long-term value for participants, staff, and the wider community.

Our sustainability efforts include ethical practices, digital documentation, telehealth to reduce travel, and ongoing improvements to quality and efficiency.

For us, sustainability means remaining adaptable, community-minded, and focused on positive long-term impact.  

Looking Ahead After the 2026 Canterbury Bankstown Local Business Awards Finalist Announcement

As part of the finalist process, Affective Care will now move forward with the next stage of judging and the upcoming presentation evening. 

Looking ahead, we aim to continue growing as a leading provider of emotionally-centred NDIS and aged care services in Sydney, expanding our reach, strengthening our service capability, and continuing to raise the standard of care with empathy, integrity, and purpose.  

Thank You to Our Community

We are incredibly grateful to our participants, families, carers, referral partners, team members, and local community for their ongoing trust and support. 

Being named a finalist in the 2026 Canterbury Bankstown Local Business Awards is already a proud achievement for Affective Care, and we are honoured to share this moment with the people who continue to be part of our journey. 

Affective Care remains committed to empowering lives with heart.

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Affective Care offers more than services. We bring genuine compassion and empathy to your NDIS and aged care journey, supporting your goals with kindness, respect and personalised care everyday.

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Your goals matter. Affective Care partners with you to build confidence, independence, and joy in your daily life through tailored NDIS and aged care support, always delivered with heart.

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Trust matters in care. That's why our experienced, compassionate team puts your wellbeing first. Delivering reliable, personalised NDIS and aged care support that makes a real difference every day.

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Jessica Boumelhem

Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner | PBS Manager

NDIS-aligned | Systems-aware | Values-led

Jessica supports individuals and teams through:

Jessica brings over two decades of experience as an educator and a strong foundation in psychology to her role as an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner. As PBS Team Manager, she leads with clarity and accountability, ensuring practice aligns with both NDIS standards and ethical, person-centred care.

Her approach is holistic and collaborative, taking into account sensory, environmental, emotional, and relational factors that influence behaviour. Jessica works closely with individuals, families, and support teams to ensure behaviour support plans reflect personal values, lived experience, and real-world contexts.

Jessica’s leadership supports consistency, quality, and confidence across multidisciplinary teams. Her work ensures behaviour support is not just compliant, but compassionate, practical, and genuinely empowering.

Chady Aoun

Chady Aoun

Senior Psychologist and Behaviour Support Practitioner

Multidisciplinary | Assessment-driven | Governance-focused

Chady supports individuals through:

Chady is a highly experienced psychologist whose work spans both public and private sectors. At Affective Care, he delivers integrated behavioural and psychological services, supporting clients of all ages through assessment, therapy, and tailored intervention.

Known for his leadership within multidisciplinary teams, Chady brings structure, insight, and consistency to complex presentations. His expertise includes early intervention, rehabilitation, and complex case management, with a strong commitment to clinical governance and quality care.

Chady’s work is grounded in evidence-based practice and collaborative problem-solving. He supports individuals, families, and teams to navigate complexity with clarity, ensuring care remains ethical, coordinated, and effective.

Miray El-Hachem

Miray El-Hachem

Positive Behaviour Therapist & Registered Counsellor (ACA Level 2)

Holistic | Education-informed | Adolescent-focused

Miray supports individuals through:

Miray brings over 20 years of experience in education into her clinical work as a Positive Behaviour Therapist and Registered Counsellor. Her practice integrates behavioural science with a deep understanding of human development, particularly during adolescence.

She takes a holistic approach, blending structure with empathy to support individuals through behavioural challenges. Miray’s work is grounded in understanding the whole person—their environment, relationships, and emotional world.

Through compassion and insight, Miray supports individuals to develop self-awareness, regulation, and confidence. Her practice reflects a balance of science and humanity, creating space for growth that feels both supported and respectful.

Anabell Beattie-Bowers

Anabell Beattie-Bowers

Registered Psychologist

Relational | Empowerment-focused | Trauma-aware

Anabelle supports children and adults through:

Anabelle works alongside individuals with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person’s inner world. As a psychologist, she supports both children and adults to strengthen emotional awareness, build resilience, and develop healthier relationships with themselves and others.

Her therapeutic style is tailored and responsive, integrating approaches such as CBT, DBT, and Circle of Security to meet the unique needs of each client. Anabelle places strong emphasis on empowerment—helping people understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and develop tools that support lasting change.

Anabelle’s work is grounded in safety, collaboration, and trust. She believes therapy is not about fixing people, but about creating space for insight, growth, and meaningful connection—supporting individuals to move forward with greater confidence and emotional clarity.

Brandon Boumelhem

Brandon Boumelhem

Occupational Therapist

Functional independence | Strengths-based | NDIS-focused

Brandon supports individuals through:

Brandon’s work centres on helping people build skills that translate into real, everyday independence. As an Occupational Therapist, he partners with individuals, families, and carers to identify what matters most in daily life and then builds practical pathways toward those goals.

His approach is client-centred and evidence-based, grounded in collaboration and respect for each person’s strengths, environment, and pace. Brandon understands that meaningful outcomes are rarely achieved in isolation, so he works closely with support networks to ensure strategies are realistic, sustainable, and supportive of long-term participation.

Through the NDIS, Brandon supports people to increase autonomy, confidence, and engagement in daily routines. His work is guided by a belief that independence is not about doing everything alone—it’s about having the right supports, skills, and systems in place to live with choice and dignity.

Natalie Soto

Natalie Soto

Registered Psychologist | PBS

Bilingual | Assessment-focused | Person-centred

Natalie supports children and adults through:

Natalie is a bilingual psychologist (English/Spanish) with extensive experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. Her work spans assessment and therapy, with a particular interest in forensic psychology and complex presentations.

She combines evidence-based practice with creativity and flexibility, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs, culture, and goals. Natalie’s approach is grounded in collaboration, ensuring clients feel understood, supported, and actively involved in their care.

Through thoughtful assessment and therapeutic intervention, Natalie supports individuals to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.

Edric Limbo

Edric Limbo

Speech-Language Pathologist

Rehabilitation-focused | Goal-driven | Community-oriented

Edric supports individuals through:

Edric’s practice is centred on helping people reconnect—both with their communication and with their communities. Working with adults and children, he has a strong interest in stroke rehabilitation and supporting individuals through the process of rebuilding communication skills.

His approach is practical and goal-focused, ensuring therapy remains relevant to everyday life. Edric collaborates closely with clients and families to identify meaningful outcomes and develop strategies that support confidence, participation, and independence.

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Heather Pinel

Heather Pinel

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner & Registered Counsellor

Trauma-informed | Neuroscience-integrated | Relational

Heather supports individuals through:

Heather is an accomplished Behaviour Support Practitioner with over 20 years of experience supporting children and families. Her work integrates neuroscience, psychological theory, and trauma-informed practice to address complex presentations including attachment trauma, neurodevelopmental differences, and psychosocial disability.

Heather’s approach is collaborative and whole-person focused, ensuring behaviour support plans reflect both evidence and lived experience. She works closely with families and support networks to build strategies that enhance emotional wellbeing, safety, and functional independence.

Her commitment to holistic care ensures individuals receive support that honours identity, relationships, and long-term quality of life.

Charbel Azzi

Charbel Azzi

Speech-Language Pathologist

Communication | Connection | Technology-enhanced

Charbel supports children and adults through:

Charbel’s work is driven by a passion for helping people connect more fully with the world around them. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, he supports both paediatric and adult clients to strengthen communication, social interaction, and participation in daily life.

Since 2022, Charbel has worked across diverse settings, tailoring therapy to each person’s goals, strengths, and communication style. He has a particular interest in integrating technology into therapy, using innovative tools to enhance engagement and outcomes.

Charbel brings curiosity and creativity into his practice, believing communication is not just about words, but about connection, confidence, and belonging. His approach supports individuals to express themselves more clearly and engage meaningfully with others across home, school, work, and community environments.

Nisreen El-Saidi

Nisreen El-Saidi

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Grace Boutros

Grace Boutros

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Shayma Sadek

Shayma Sadek

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Ali Bazzi

Ali Bazzi

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Areeba Chaudhry

Areeba Chaudhry

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Joana Suh

Joana Suh

Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Neurodiversity-affirming | Strengths-based | Mental health-focused

Joana supports children, adolescents, and adults through:

Joana is a Senior Occupational Therapist with a strong commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice. She works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing complex emotional and behavioural needs, including bipolar affective disorder and other mental health conditions.

Her experience spans a range of developmental and neurodevelopmental presentations, including autism, ADHD, and Down syndrome. Joana’s clinical focus includes building fine motor, cognitive, sensory, and emotional regulation skills to support participation in everyday life.

Joana is particularly passionate about peer-mediated, client-centred, and strengths-based approaches. Her work supports individuals of all ages to increase social inclusion, functional independence, and overall quality of life.

Rita Dagher

Rita Dagher

Psychologist | Managing Director – Affective Care & Affective Health Services

Humanistic | Systems-led | Clinically grounded

Rita supports individuals, families, and communities through:

Rita works at the intersection of psychology, leadership, and purpose-driven care. As a psychologist and Managing Director, she brings both clinical depth and strategic clarity to every layer of service delivery at Affective Care and Affective Health Services. Her work is grounded in the belief that systems should adapt to people—not the other way around.

With a strong clinical foundation and a humanistic leadership style, Rita ensures that psychological therapy, allied health, and in-home supports remain emotionally intelligent, ethical, and genuinely person-centred. She leads teams with integrity, cultivating cultures of safety, reflection, and excellence so that practitioners can deliver their best work and clients can experience care that feels respectful and empowering.

Rita’s approach bridges therapeutic insight with organisational vision. She understands that sustainable outcomes require both skilled clinicians and well-designed systems. Through thoughtful leadership and clinical oversight, she supports services that respond to complexity with compassion, accountability, and innovation—creating meaningful, long-term impact for individuals, families, and the broader community.