We aim to empower, support and guide South Australians living with disabilities and spinal cord injuries to live to their full potential.

Beyond providing services under the NDIS, we advocate for and actively promote inclusion and participation.

  • Accessible beach days

  • Spinal cord injury awareness and support

  • West Beach Paragolfer

  • Technology hub

  • Volunteer services

  • Housing for rehabilitation

  • Grants and scholarships

Inclusive beach days

Due to the unpredictability of the algae bloom, estara’s Inclusive Beach Days will be postponed for the 2026 season, with plans to resume the program in early 2027.

In the meantime, if you’re planning a beach visit, we encourage you to explore accessible beach locations on the link below and contact the relevant council or provider directly to arrange use of available beach mats and mobility equipment.

Previously, estara proudly sponsored accessible beach equipment to help make South Australian beaches more inclusive for everyone. In partnership with the City of Holdfast Bay and the Rotary Club of Glenelg, our program provided up to 50 metres of beach matting from the foreshore to the water, along with volunteer support and access to beach and floating wheelchairs on designated days.

We look forward to welcoming our community back to Inclusive Beach Days in 2027.

See the latest update from estara on the 2026 summer season here.

Find Accessible Beaches

Spinal cord injury awareness and support

estara provides multi-disciplinary therapies with modern facilities and equipment established in 2023 at the Dulwich headquarters. Alongside two therapy rooms, there is an accessible kitchen with height-adjustable benches.

Participate in Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week

Each year estara holds events during Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week, which usually falls in September.

Community members can learn general information about living with spinal cord injury and there are special events such as sessions with Spinal Nurse Advisors on health management and problem-solving issues.

West Beach Paragolfer

estara has donated South Australia’s first paragolfer, enabling keen golfers at West Beach Parks Golf Course to utilise an all-terrain wheelchair that raises the player to a standing position for a traditional golf swing.

This donation from estara in October 2022 helps to remove barriers to the sport and is an opportunity to come and try golf, play recreationally, or pursue a goal to play in the Australian Wheelchair Golf Championships.

It’s free to use the Paragolfer, simply contact West Beach Parks to enquire and book.

Contact West Beach Parks

Technology Hub

Our technology hub is based at the Repatriation Health Precinct Spinal Unit, where all patients and staff may access it, as well as outpatients.

The hub provides a space to meet socially, stay in touch with friends and family and improve digital access and skills. There are currently computers and printers that patients can access, as well as various types of accessible equipment depending on a person’s disability, such as a joystick mouse, large key keyboard and Dragon Naturally Speaking.

estara employs an Information and Technology Officer who is responsible for coordinating our technology hub, while volunteers assist to pass on technical and practical skills, including using the internet, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets and multimedia.

Volunteer Services

Our volunteers provide connection and practical support for people living with a disability in South Australia.

From home and garden maintenance to walking a dog or providing companionship via a phone call, our volunteers make a positive difference in our community.

Learn more

Specific support outside the NDIS funding model

estara makes funding available through grants to enable people living with a disability to live more independently.

Grants fund people to live more independently

A grant may be used towards equipment, modifications to the home such as ramps, and creating access so the recipient has full use of their home and garden. An electric bed can enable the person to rise when they wish and gain independence in their daily routine.

In particular, estara supports grants for people over 65 with spinal cord injuries as they do not receive NDIS support.

“With the new bed, I’m able to rise when I choose and start my day” – Colleen is over 65 and lives with a spinal cord injury.

Scholarships enable further study and career paths

estara connects you with scholarships that can help them undertake training or tertiary education. Scholarships provide the means for people to pursue a fulfilling career in an area they are passionate about, and to make a difference.

Purpose and passion are important elements in living a fulfilling and meaningful life, and these scholarships aim to empower people to do just that.

Frequently asked questions

  • You may be able to receive funding for equipment or modifications to help you live more independently if you are living with a spinal cord injury and are aged 65+.

    The estara Peer Support Advocates can guide you to explore accessing support that may be available.

  • You can find out about our events for Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week through our emails or by following us on social media (Instagram and Facebook). We also publish updates on our website.

  • If you’re keen to make a difference in the lives of people living with disabilities in South Australia and you’d like to help us increase our social impact, you can apply to volunteer with us.

    You’ll join a team of passionate, supportive and diverse volunteers and staff, gain training and meet new people.