Huntington’s disease is a complex, progressive neurological condition that affects movement, cognition, behaviour, and mental health. As the condition advances, support needs typically increase in both intensity and complexity, often placing significant emotional and practical pressure on participants and their families.
Innovative Australian Care (IAC) provides specialist NDIS Huntington’s disease support designed specifically for individuals with progressive neurological conditions and high-acuity needs. Our care model combines clinical governance, evidence-informed practice, and structured outcome tracking to deliver safe, consistent, and adaptable support across all stages of Huntington’s disease.
We support NDIS participants through in-home care, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), community access, behavioural support, and hospital or crisis transitions, with active service delivery across Greater Sydney, Newcastle, and the Central Coast.
Huntington’s disease is a hereditary, neurodegenerative condition that typically involves:
Because Huntington’s disease progresses over time, support requirements are rarely static. Participants may move from low-intensity assistance to high-level, 24/7 support with clinical oversight as their condition evolves.
Effective disability support for Huntington’s disease must therefore be anticipatory, adaptable, and clinically informed, rather than reactive or task-focused.
Many standard disability support models are not equipped to manage the complexity of Huntington’s disease. Without specialist oversight, participants may experience:
IAC addresses these risks through a clinical-led, systems-based model that prioritises safety, continuity, and measurable outcomes.
Innovative Australian Care is led by PhD-qualified care and quality management specialists, supported by an in-house multidisciplinary team that includes Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, doctors, and behaviour specialists.
Our Huntington’s disease supports are underpinned by:
This approach allows us to deliver high-acuity, outcome-focused care while reducing risk and improving long-term stability.
For participants living in their own homes, IAC provides structured in-home support that adapts as needs change. Supports may include:
All in-home services operate under clinical oversight to ensure safety and continuity as the condition progresses.
Yes. Huntington’s disease is recognised under the NDIS as a permanent and progressive neurological condition. Eligible participants may access funded supports related to daily living, mobility, behaviour support, housing, and capacity building, depending on individual needs and functional impact.
NDIS supports may include in-home care, community access, behaviour support, Supported Independent Living (SIL), Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), assistive technology, and coordination supports. Funding is tailored to the participant’s stage of disease and functional requirements.
Yes. Huntington’s disease is progressive, and NDIS plans can be reviewed as needs change. IAC assists with documentation and reporting to support plan reviews and funding adjustments over time.
IAC provides integrated behaviour support aligned with clinical oversight. We develop positive behaviour support plans, work collaboratively with allied health professionals, and prioritise trauma-informed, person-centred approaches.
IAC provides integrated behaviour support aligned with clinical oversight. We develop positive behaviour support plans, work collaboratively with allied health professionals, and prioritise trauma-informed, person-centred approaches.
Yes. All IAC services operate under clinical governance, with oversight from Registered Nurses and senior clinical staff. This ensures safe medication management, risk monitoring, and escalation when required.
Yes. IAC specialises in hospital discharge and crisis transitions, coordinating care, support, medication, equipment, and accommodation to reduce readmission risk and promote stability.
IAC provides SIL services directly and supports participants to access suitable SDA where appropriate. We focus on matching participants to environments that support safety, function, and quality of life.
Families are actively involved in planning, communication, and review processes, subject to participant consent. We provide regular updates and collaborate to ensure continuity and transparency.
IAC currently delivers services across Greater Sydney, Newcastle, and the Central Coast. Additional areas may be supported through coordinated arrangements.
You can contact IAC directly to discuss needs, eligibility, and care options. We offer structured intake, clinical assessment, and collaborative planning with participants, families, and Support Coordinators.
For participants requiring higher levels of daily support, IAC delivers SIL services designed for complex neurological and behavioural needs. Our SIL model focuses on:
Our housing matches prioritise clinical and cultural suitability, reducing the risk of placement breakdowns.
Where SDA is appropriate, IAC supports participants to access accommodation that meets their functional and safety needs. We assist with:
Behavioural and psychological changes are common in Huntington’s disease and often intensify over time. IAC provides integrated behaviour support that:
Our trauma-informed approach recognises the emotional impact of progressive neurological decline.
IAC specialises in managing complex transitions, supporting participants to move safely between hospital, home, SIL, SDA, or crisis accommodation. Our transition support includes:
At IAC, support quality is measured, not assumed. We track participant outcomes using structured, evidence-based tools, particularly for complex neurological and mental health presentations.
This approach supports:
Families, Support Coordinators, and participants benefit from clear reporting and transparency.
Huntington’s disease affects entire families. IAC works collaboratively with families and informal carers to provide:
We view families as essential partners in long-term care.
IAC works closely with Support Coordinators and Plan Managers to align Huntington’s disease supports with appropriate NDIS funding categories, including:
We assist with reporting and evidence to support plan reviews as needs change.
We don’t just care, we measure impact.
We’re part of your team – from referral to outcomes
Our team works alongside yours. We share plans, updates, and outcomes with support coordinators, families, and clinicians, building a care model that is transparent, integrated, and participant-first.
From discharge to stable living – we manage the full pathway
We specialise in transitions from hospital wards, correctional settings and unstable housing into SIL, SDA, or stabilized in-home care, reducing risk, preventing relapse, and supporting long-term recovery.
Support you can track – outcomes you can trust
Our services go beyond delivery, we monitor and report participant progress using evidence-based tools, especially for those with complex clinical and mental health needs. This approach empowers professionals, families, and participants with clear, measurable improvements in wellbeing, functionality, and independence.
Conical leadership driving safety and outcomes
IAC is led by a PhD-qualified Clinical Care Manager and a Managing Director with a Master’s in Quality Management. We bring clinic governance and precision to every aspect of care across NDIS, DVA, and DCJ-funded services, including SIL, SDA, and complex in-home support.
Quality & Compliance Manager
Rehanna Torrevillas is a Registered Nurse (RN) with years of experience across healthcare, disability, and community services. As Quality & Compliance Manager at Innovative Australian Care, she ensures the delivery of safe, ethical, and person-centred support.
She plays a key role in audits, outcome tracking, and continuous improvement — applying Lean Six Sigma principles to strengthen systems and reduce risks. With a calm, structured approach and a lifelong love of horses, Rehanna brings genuine care and clarity to every part of her work.
Operations Manager
Mike Salama, Operations Manager at Innovative Australian Care, has over 10 years of experience working across the healthcare and NGO sectors. He leads the coordination of day-to-day operations across SIL, SDA, in-home care, and community programs, ensuring smooth service delivery and compliance with NDIS standards.
Mike is passionate about building responsive systems that support person-centred care. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his two sons and their energetic dog.
People & Culture Lead
Kaylene Smith, People & Culture Lead at Innovative Australian Care, is a highly experienced community nurse with over 17 years working across in-home care, disability services, and workforce development. Drawing from his clinical background, Kaylene brings a deep understanding of frontline care and uses that insight to shape IAC’s people-first culture.
She oversees recruitment, onboarding, training, and staff wellbeing across SIL, SDA, and community programs, ensuring every team member is equipped to deliver safe, inclusive, and participant-focused support.
Director
Aya Mousa is Director at IAC and a Quality Management Specialist with a Master’s in Quality Management and over a decade of experience leading service improvement across the disability and community care sectors. She oversees the organisation’s operational strategy, driving quality, compliance, workforce capability, and service excellence across SIL, SDA, and community-based supports.
With leadership experience in both NDIS and DCJ programs, Aya is passionate about embedding inclusive, person-centred practices across all levels of care. Drawing on both her professional background and lived experience supporting people with disabilities, she is dedicated to fostering environments that improve quality of life for individuals and families, particularly those with complex or high needs.
Outside of work, Aya enjoys swimming, a space where she finds energy, focus, and inspiration to lead with clarity and purpose.
Aya Mousa, Co-Founder and Director of Innovative Australian Care, holds a Master’s in Quality Management and brings over 10 years of experience in disability service leadership, DCJ programs, and high-level staff training. With a strong focus on NDIS participants, she oversees team development, operational strategy, and service delivery across SIL, SDA accommodation, and community services.
Driven by her lived experience supporting people with disabilities, Aya is passionate about inclusion, empowerment, and building care environments that improve quality of life for individuals and families across complex and high-needs settings.
In her downtime, Aya enjoys swimming — a space where she finds energy, focus, and inspiration to lead with clarity and purpose.
Accommodation Manager
Dr. Ahmad Al-Najjar is the Clinical Care Manager at IAC. He is a Registered Nurse with over 13 years of national and international experience in critical care, disability services, support coordination, and clinical leadership.
He holds a Master’s in Quality Management, a Graduate Certificate in Innovation, and a PhD in Healthcare and Innovation from Swinburne University. His PhD focused on using Lean Six Sigma to improve healthcare outcomes and reduce risks.
At IAC, Ahmad leads the clinical strategy for Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). His key focus areas include:
Ahmad has played an important role in helping participants with complex needs achieve their goals. He also leads ongoing staff training to ensure safe, high-quality care.
He combines hands-on clinical experience with a strong focus on systems and quality. Outside of work, Ahmad enjoys cycling to stay focused, balanced, and energised.
