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About Us
Hi, I'm Deb, the founder of
Ability to Achieve.
I created this company because I saw a lack of warmth and community within the disability and foster care systems. Having left home at 15, I spent years searching for a sense of "family" in others. I founded Ability to Achieve to offer the family I missed during those formative years—a place that provides guidance, helps individuals achieve their goals, and keeps them on the right path.
Ability to Achieve is
more than just a service
provider;
it’s a community where people genuinely care for one another. We call ourselves the A2A family because we believe in supporting each other like family, with a shared commitment to seeing each person succeed.
Our journey began humbly in 2018. Despite starting small, our dedication to exceptional care and our willingness to tackle any challenge led us to rapid growth. Today, we support over 150 clients and employ more than 90 staff across Sydney, Wollongong, Queensland, and the ACT.
Throughout our
expansion, we've stayed
true to our roots
Adapting to meet the needs of those we serve while maintaining the close-knit, community-driven approach that defines us. This commitment to empowering lives has earned us recognition, including the Community Services Award in 2021 and the Business Person of the Year Award in 2022.
Our success isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the lasting positive impact we’ve made in individuals’ lives and the communities we serve. Guided by our mission “To empower every journey, unleash every ability, and celebrate every achievement,”
meet the a+ team
Deb Merhi
Founder/Business Owner
Michael Jones
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Boyce
Operations Director
Alona Bayal
Client Service Manager
Rowesai De Klerk
Allied Health Manager
