Royal Rehab Group and Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA) Unite to Strengthen Services, Advocacy and Innovation
Royal Rehab Group is thrilled to announce that Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA) has officially joined the Group, following a successful member vote.
This marks a new era of collaboration, combining SCIA’s deep lived-experience expertise in advocacy, peer support, and community connection with Royal Rehab’s renowned leadership in clinical innovation, rehabilitation, and disability support. Together, we will expand reach, bolster stability, and unlock new possibilities to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives.
What this means for clients and the community
- Enhanced service access and specialised support
- Stronger advocacy and amplified voices of lived experience
- More innovation, research opportunities, and collaborative programs
- Sustainable growth and stability for both organisations
Integration and transition plan
A joint integration program is now underway. Teams from both organisations are working closely to:
- Deepen understanding of SCIA’s services, culture, and team
- Map and sequence key integration steps across people, systems, and processes
- Develop a detailed implementation roadmap
- Design change management and communications plans to keep everyone informed and supported
This careful, phased approach will allow us to preserve what currently works, secure early wins, and build a strong foundation for long-term impact.
Voices from leadership
“Bringing SCIA into Royal Rehab Group is about joining forces to deliver more, stronger, and better. Together we’ll deliver greater reach, deeper impact, and more opportunity for innovation,” said Matt Mackay, CEO of Royal Rehab Group.
“This integration strengthens our ability to serve the spinal cord injury community at a national level, while ensuring SCIA’s values, voice, and identity remain central,” said Dianne Lucas, CEO of SCIA.
