Our Founder
Our story began in 1924 when Dr Lorna Hodgkinson, a remarkable Australian of great dedication and vision, established the Sunshine Institute. Lorna was the first woman to receive a Doctorate at the prestigious Harvard University, USA. As a teacher herself, Lorna was passionate in her belief that people with an intellectual disability should be supported to lead meaningful lives.
To find out more about our incredible journey, click on the decades in the timeline below.
Where Are We Now
Today, rebranded as Unisson Disability, we continue to deliver services to more than 700 people across Sydney, the Central Coast and Hunter regions. We are proud of our history not because it means we are old, but because it means we have nostalgic and inspiring beginnings to lean on. We continue to be inspired by Lorna’s mission of aspiring for a great life for those we support.
Read more about our Vision, Purpose & Values.