Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA): Your Complete Guide
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is a crucial part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia, designed to provide suitable housing for people with higher support needs. According to the NDIS, approximately 28,000 Australians will require SDA by the time the scheme is fully rolled out. Disability Support Services in NSW play a key […]
How to Choose a Disability Service Provider
Finding a disability service Sydney provider is more than just a service—it’s about building a partnership that helps empower people to live their best lives. This decision is based on individual needs, and it can shape the way a person with disability can live and enjoy a life of their choice. When you’re selecting a […]
Understanding the Role of a Disability Support Worker: What You Need to Know
Disability Support Workers play an important role in the lives of people with disability, supporting them to live independently and participate in their communities as they choose. This blog will provide an overview of the role of a Disability Support Worker. Disability services in Western Sydney play an important role in helping to support people […]
In Pursuit of Normal: Martha’s Story
Martha’s new book, In Pursuit of Normal, offers an honest and insightful look at the challenges and milestones that have shaped her journey. In this blog, Martha shares the inspiration behind her story, the writing process, and the themes she hopes will connect with readers. Read on to discover the heart of her journey and […]
New NDIS Payment Process Changes: What You Need to Know
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has recently announced updates to its payment processes to enhance accuracy, reduce fraud, and streamline financial management. These changes are designed to help ensure that payments are processed efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the system. For those who need to better understand NDIS support services, learning about these […]
Netflix Sneakily Celebrates Neurodiversity
Harriet Manners (Emily Carey) is Netflix’s new Geek Girl (Image credit: Netflix) Geek Girl recently dropped on Netflix, and I binge-watched the entire season. How could I not? When I watched the trailer, Netflix promoted the show as its latest geek to chic makeover story. You know, the one where the dorky girl gets […]
Walking the Tightrope of Love and Flow with Your Chosen Family
Dear reader, I ask you? Can you make and keep casual social arrangements without considering environmental constraints? Call a general 1800 mental health line and have your feelings around discrimination validated? Go to hospital without being (mis)gendered? Can you use a gendered space without question? For many people within the intersection of LGBITQA+* […]
Updates to Know About NDIS Changes
The year is in full swing. To prepare for 2024, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) independent review Final Report titled “Working Together to Deliver the NDIS” was released. It included 26 recommendations with 139 actions to bring necessary changes to NDIS. The report hopes to have a unified system that supports all people with […]
Purpose of the Disability Royal Commission in Australia
Every person has the right to enjoy living their life free from all forms of abuse and exploitation. But in reality, people with a disability are at greater risk of violence than those who do not have any disabilities. Based on a report, 64% of people with disability in Australia said they experienced violence, including […]
NDIS: Meaningful events that shaped our community
As 2024 is well under way with renewed hope for more social inclusion and active engagement of people with disability, it can be helpful to take a look at some meaningful and engaging NDIS activities and related events that shaped the community during the last year. Looking back at NDIS 2023 The NDIS Quality and […]
