If you’ve recently been approved for an NDIS plan, you will have noticed that you need to decide how you would like to manage your plan funds. With a few options available, choosing one that is right for you can be confusing. Whether you are new to the NDIS or not, managing your own […]
If you’re new to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) or have undergone a recent change in circumstances that has led you to receive funding for NDIS Coordination of Supports (Support Coordination) for the first time, you’re likely wondering what it’s all about. Just like many other supports you receive as part of your NDIS […]
It’s safe to say that 2020 has been an unpredictable year with many curveballs. For many people this year has brought with it lots of changes, leading to what you need from your disability supports to also change. When going through changes, it’s normal to ask for help or maybe even require additional disability supports. […]
We are excited to announce that our sister company, Blue Tongue, has launched in Helensvale on the Gold Coast! Offering capacity building day programs and job skills training for people of all abilities, Blue Tongue is the best way to gain confidence after finishing school. Targeted to people aged 16 to 25 and recent school […]
So you have funding for Coordination of Supports? Here’s what you need to know! If you have received funding for ‘Coordination of Supports’ in your first NDIS plan but aren’t sure what it means, then you’ve come to the right place! In this blog we’ll take you through the ins and outs of disability support […]
If your disability affects your mobility and you are approved to receive NDIS funding, you are most likely eligible to access funds for a range of mobility aids. A mobility aid is designed to make it easier for you to move around safely. Some mobility aids include electric scooters, power chairs, wheelchairs, and equipment for […]
Whether you’re an independent disability support worker, an individual with an NDIS plan or just someone with an interest in understanding how the NDIS works, it’s normal to seek a little guidance. If you’re like many people and are trying to wrap your head around NDIS terminology, keep up with changes to how funding can […]
To create your first NDIS plan, part of the planning process is to discuss and set your goals with a representative from the NDIA. The NDIS defines goals as “what the participant wants to achieve, develop or learn.” Goal setting is an important part to creating your plan because it outlines what types of supports […]
Whether you’ve just applied to access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), have just started caring for someone with NDIS funding, or you think you may be eligible but want to know more before you consider applying, there is a lot you need to know about the NDIS. Like any decision that impacts how you […]
What are NDIS plan management rules? With thousands of providers offering disability support services to more than 400,000 participants across Australia, it’s important that the NDIS is governed by rules that protect both participants and providers. The National Disability Insurance Scheme Act 2013 (NDIS Act) is the legislation which established the NDIS and the National […]
