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Our Advice For Determining Your NDIS Goals
Setting goals is an important part of any planning process and your NDIS plan is no different. Your goals will be unique to you and could relate to anything that will help you achieve the life you want to live. Some people find it helpful to think about their goals in terms of the following…
Read MoreHow NDIS Services Work To Empower People That Are Living With Disabilities
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a program of the Australian Government that provides funding and support to people living with disabilities. The NDIS services aim to empower people by providing them with choice and control over the support that they receive. NDIS funding also gives families and caregivers peace of mind, knowing that…
Read MoreHow To Prepare For Your NDIS Planning Meeting
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a federally funded Australian disability care and assistance program. During the NDIS planning meeting, individuals living with disabilities can discuss their needs and goals with their support team to create a personalized plan for services and funding that will help them achieve their desired level of independence and…
Read MoreWhat to look for in an NDIS Provider
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government initiative that provides funding for people living with disabilities. It has been set up to allow adults and children living with disabilities to decide how they want their care, support and services delivered. It is important that you do some research on an NDIS Provider that…
Read MoreEverything you need to know about NDIS eligibility
If you are a person living with a disability or a carer of someone who does, it is important that you are informed about NDIS eligibility. The National Disability Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian Government scheme that provides financial assistance to people living with disabilities and their families. It is important that you understand how…
Read MoreIt’s Wound Awareness Week – Make sure that you trust your service provider to prevent wounds and organise care if you do have one
When Integrity Disability staff come to your home to help with your personal care, they understand how important it is that special care is taken with all activities, particularly those that could cause injury – bathing, showering, shaving and transfer to and from bed, to name a few. People with disability are often at greater…
Read MoreSay No To Bullying
Many of us who have a disability, or who love someone with a disability have faced bullying. Some members of our society respond to difference through bullying. Difference in race, sex, gender, colour and difference in ability. A campaign on the 19th March, reminded us that bullying is not OK. We want to remind our…
Read MoreFinishing school, but not ready for work? Help is available
What skills do you need to get a job? NDIS can fund school leaver employment supports for up to two years, depending on your circumstances. The funds are to help you to build your ability and confidence to enter the workforce We all have our own strengths and challenges and some of us have already…
Read MoreCan counting birds improve your quality of life?
Imagine if you, as a person with disability, or as a carer of someone with disability started enjoying greater social activity and stronger relationships. You felt happier, more confident, greater self-esteem and well-being. You were getting fitter, stronger, and had more social connections. An American research paper, (Health-Promoting Nature Access for People with Mobility Impairments:…
Read MoreCelebrating carers during Carers Week!
It’s National Carers Week and time to celebrate the many family members and friends who care for people with disability. This can be both a challenging and rewarding job and for many goes throughout the lifetime of the person with disability. If you are a carer, you probably already know that there is a great…
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