Disability employment reform is underway with a new specialist disability employment program starting on 1 July 2025 that will replace the current one. One of the main goals is to remove the red tape for providers supporting participants looking for sustainable employ... CONTINUE READING
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It has been a very busy winter for the sector and our organisation. I wanted to share an update on the organisation and our focus for the next year.... CONTINUE READING
For the past decade, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has redefined disability support in Australia, putting its participants first and giving them the freedom to live the lives they choose. Julia Squire, CEO of Ability Options, reflects on how the NDIS has transformed lives and the challenges it faces for a sustainable future. Support Workers Yvette and Sarabjit provide their perspectives on the Scheme’s influence on their participants as the ND... CONTINUE READING
Ability Options’ Hornsby-based Workforce Partner Courtney was recently recognised with a top award from CoAct for her work supporting people to find employment and develop their work skills. ... CONTINUE READING
The National Disability Insurance Agency’s (NDIA) Annual Pricing Review of the NDIS falls far too short to cover rising operational costs, sector leaders say.... CONTINUE READING
Disability employment reform is underway with a new specialist disability employment program to commence on 1 July, 2025. Its goal is to remove the red tape for providers supporting participants and to boost access for participants looking for sustainable employment. On the back of the government’s commitment of an additional $227.6 million to the new program in the 2024-25 Federal Budget, Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth said there is a “clear vision” and that it will bett... CONTINUE READING
Please note: Since this article was published, the NDIS has updated its terminology. What was previously referred to as Short Term Accommodation (STA) is now called Short Term Respite (STR). This change better reflects the purpose of the support—providing participants with temporary care while their informal supports take a break. For the most current information, please refer to the... CONTINUE READING
Finding a comfortable home with the right support is a significant milestone for people living with disability, marking a transition towards greater independence and autonomy. To ensure a smooth and fulfilling expe... CONTINUE READING
Each time you access a service or purchase a piece of equipment with your NDIS funding you are entering into a financial transaction which is subject to the rules and regulations of the NDIS. Plan management is a choice regarding who will be responsible for tracking your budgets and paying your service or purchase invoices. For some people living with disability managing finances can seem a daunting task, so it’s important to consider how you’re going to administer your NDIS funding.... CONTINUE READING
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