Almost 60 Victorian supported independent living homes caring for the state’s most vulnerable residents have been closed in the past 2½ years, and the not-for-profit organisations appointed to take over…
Many of you will have seen that the Hon Mark Butler MP, the Minister for Health, Ageing, Disability and the NDIS, recently announced a new program called Thriving Kids. Thriving…
The NDIS operating environment has been subject to a number of reviews in recent years, which have made a range of recommendations including seeking improvements in information sharing, provider registration,…
The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission have released two summary papers on the outcome of the consultations for the mandatory registration of Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Support Coordination (SC)
A short accessible information sheet that defines key terms relating to neurodivergence and addresses some common misconceptions. It is accompanied by practical information sheets on supporting neurodivergent children and young…
Specially-designed controllers have made video games more accessible for people with a disability. Advocates say gaming can be an important tool to help improve the quality of life for people…
For Terri Warner, a PhD scholar at the ANU School of Medicine and Psychology and a participant in the NDIS, the definition of ‘psychosocial disability’ is both intriguing and confusing. …
Melbourne Airport will roll out a network of “mobility hubs” across the terminals following a successful trial in 2024. Run in conjunction with not-for-profit Travellers Aid, the Melbourne Airport Assist…
Discuss strategies that families and others can apply to significantly increase the likelihood of successful, inclusive employment for people with intellectual disability or autism.
Parents and advocates call for reassurance their kids won’t be left behind under a new Thriving Kids program announced by NDIS Minister Mark Butler. The changes mean some children may…
I’d never met another person with cerebral palsy or felt part of a disability community until now.” “I want to reach through the screen and give you a hug!” These…
What happens when love, intimacy, and caregiving intertwine? Join Madeline and Alistair as they explore navigating sex and relationships when your partner is also your carer. Guests Mia and Troy…
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