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SIL & SDA Explained
The terms Supported Independent Living and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SIL & SDA for short) are often used together when describing accommodation supports for people living with disability. But they are different. SIL and SDA are separate terms coined by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIS) to describe funding streams that…
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Julia’s message on International Day of People with Disability
Tuesday, 3 December marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) – an incredibly significant date on our calendar. As I take a moment to reflect on the significance of IDPwD, I am filled with a sense of hope and recognition for how far we as a community, nation, and…
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Speak Your Language: Tailored Solutions
Speak Your Language (SYL) is a leading national organisation offering expert translation and interpretation services. Our team of NAATI-certified interpreters and translators provides tailored solutions to job networks, rehab providers, government agencies, and individuals across Australia. With staff based in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane, and Perth, we offer the…
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What does the future of DES look like?
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 employment. For participants, the new program will have expanded…
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“Falling far too short”: The NDIA’s Annual Pricing Review released on Friday
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. The Review released on Friday last week details an overall 3.19 per cent pricing rise which National Disability Services CEO Laurie Leigh says “fails to…
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Working towards better services: Satisfaction Survey Action Plan
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the Ability Options Participant and Parent/Carer Satisfaction Surveys, completed in November 2023. We have taken time to review the results, consult with teams and work through what we believe are the priorities. Feedback from our communities is essential for us, as…
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Ability Options promotes Short-Term Accommodation services to community at The Retreat
On Wednesday, 10 April, local community members came together for an Open Day at Ability Options’ inclusive Short-Term Accommodation services location on the Coffs Coast, The Retreat. Welcoming people with disability, their families and caregivers, staff at Ability Options were joined by representatives from other local not-for-profits, along with Coffs…
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Top 5 Tips for Choosing Supported Independent Living Accommodation
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 experience, it’s important you consider some key points before making this decision. What is Supported Independent Living (SIL)? …
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Ability Options to help fill housing gap for people with disability in NSW
Leading disability and employment services provider Ability Options has today launched a campaign to help fill the housing gap for people living with disability in New South Wales. With the housing market across the state continuing to be highly competitive with reports of low stock, specialist accommodation providers like Ability…
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Life’s better with Options – Ability Options 2024 Accommodation Campaign
Over the next 3 months, Ability Options will be highlighting the stories of people whose lives have been transformed through inclusive living, showcasing our Short Term and Supported Independent Living accommodations with our new campaign theme: Life’s better with Options. The why behind the campaign We believe in choice and…
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