Choice, Control & the NDIS
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia is designed to give people with disabilities more choice and control over their supports and services. It aims to empower individuals by allowing them to have greater decision-making power in determining the...
5 Active Fall Prevention Controls
According to data from the Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and fatalities in Australia. They account for 42% of hospital admissions due to injury and 40% of injury-related deaths. The impact...
The NDIS has allocated $13.8 million towards an innovative early intervention initiative aimed at infants displaying indications of autism spectrum disorder.
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is taking significant steps in early intervention by investing $13.8 million in the groundbreaking Inklings program. Minister for the NDIS, Bill Shorten, alongside WA Minister for Health, Amber-Jade Sanderson, recently...
Reimaging the NDIS through Digital Innovation
The Final Report of the Independent Review of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) was released in December 2023. On October 18, 2022, The Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, the Hon Bill Shorten MP, commissioned a review to assess the...
Five signs of learning disabilities that parents should be attentive to in their children.
Worried that your child might be struggling academically? Keep an eye out for these 5 symptoms of learning disabilities, which could shed light on any challenges they may be facing in their education. It's natural to attribute a lack of interest in school to laziness...
Why is it important to train support workers regularly ?
Regular training for support workers is crucial for several reasons: 1. Keep Skills Up-to-Date: Regular training ensures that support workers stay current with best practices, new techniques, and evolving standards in their field. This helps them maintain the highest...
Understanding Tube Feeding During Tube Feeding Awareness Week
As Tube Feeding Awareness Week approaches, it's essential to shed light on this vital aspect of medical care that often goes unnoticed. For many individuals and families, tube feeding is a lifeline, providing necessary nutrition and hydration when traditional means...
Roles and Significance of NDIS Providers: Empowering Individuals with Specialized Support Services
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia represents a pioneering initiative designed to furnish vital support and services to individuals with disabilities. This scheme has introduced substantial transformations in the disability support realm,...
What factors should be considered when selecting an NDIS provider?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government program designed to offer financial support to individuals with disabilities, enabling them to have autonomy in determining the delivery of their care, support, and services. Before enrolling with an NDIS...
Lego Braille Bricks: Creating a more inclusive and brighter future for education!
Recently introduced by LEGO, Braille Bricks represent an innovative educational product geared towards aiding the learning of Braille among blind and visually impaired children. As part of a broader educational initiative, these specialised LEGO bricks aim to enhance...
