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Unlocking Opportunities Through Social and Community Participation with NDIS

man with a wheelchair with his mates

About 17% of people with disabilities aged 15-64 experience social isolation compared to 8.7% of those without. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recognises the importance of social participation and provides funding to allow participants to practice community involvement. This blog will explore what social and community participation entails, what kinds of activities the NDIS can fund, what it doesn’t cover, and how to secure funding for increased social and…

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Demystifying Supported Independent Living: Your Top FAQs Answered

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recently shared the story of Anna, a 26-year-old with Down syndrome who harbours a profound desire for independence. Supported Independent Living (SIL) is the key to realising this aspiration for Anna. With a tailored SIL housing plan that accommodates her needs, Anna now resides in a home with two fellow participants and a support worker. In this environment, she can decorate her living space…

Employee Corner – Asha Rani

How did you first come to the disability sector? I was a registered nurse back in my home country and I moved here in Australia to study. Flexihome care gave me the avenue to use my passion in nursing in the disability sector. As a support coordinator, I’m giving personal care and domestic assistance to participants. I love working for Flexihome Care! What do you like about working with FlexiHome…

Employee Corner – Manshi Panth

How did you first come to the disability sector? Prior to working in the disability sector, I had the opportunity to work in both aged care and hospital setting. However, after completing my nursing degree, I wanted to use my skills and expertise in a different sector within healthcare and that’s when I decided to join the disability sector. I had previously heard about NDIS and the disability service providers…

Employee Corner – Michael Allen Jayson Capule

How did you first come to the disability sector? In disability sector I knew that I can excel in this job. Being a Registered Nurse in the Philippines, I handled a lot of clients especially under geriatrics and paediatrics. I studied my Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) here in Australia and with that knowledge and skills I can apply what I learned. As an experienced nurse for more than…

Employee Corner – Grace Ann Mendoza

How did you first come to the disability sector? I found the disability sector with the help of a colleague before he introduced me to work in the said sector, and as a Registered Nurse in my country (Philippines) I have all the background that I need to pursue this career. I just tried and eventually loved this job, because there was no difference in my job before. It’s just…