Step 1: Talk to your current NDIS service provider Is there a lack of communication or do support workers not arrive on time? It is important to talk to your service provider, as they may not know that anything is wrong. It is important to talk to your service provider as well as family and […]

Once you acquire NDIS funding, you will not need to prove your eligibility again, in other words, you will be eligible for life. NDIS plan reviews are an opportunity to review how funded supports are working for participants to achieve their goals. It is common for participants’ support needs to be adjusted from time to […]

One of our disability support workers, Gemana tells us what she does with her clients. Gemana has a client-centred approach, which is where the client is placed at the centre of the service and treated as a person first. The focus is on the person and what they can do, not their condition or disability. […]

Our experience is that it is very important to prepare for all planning and review meetings or indeed, any discussion with NDIS Local Area Coordinators or Planners – you want to be sure decision-makers fully understand your needs and that nothing is missed, and that you receive the right funding support for all needs. You […]

Quynh talks a bit about her experience working at IHDS for the past four years. If you’re interested in working for IHDS or want to know more about our services, visit our social media pages, our website, or give us a call. Website: https://wwww.i-helpdisability.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ihelpdisability Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ihelp_disab… Twitter: https://twitter.com/iHDServices Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-he… Phone: (03) 9863 […]

A simple and easy way to think of NDIS Funding is regardless of your age, cultural background, or abilities, you can access supports and services that otherwise might not be available to you. It helps you move towards living the life you choose. Talk to us about what you really want to do and let’s […]

Many people, particularly if it’s their first or second plan don’t know what type of supports and services are available to them and or where to get them, which is totally understandable, given the unique language and terminology used by the NDIS. Contact us to have a no-charge, no-obligation chat to provide some clarity and […]

We deal with a wide range of organisations and individuals operating in the Disability sector and are often surprised at the lack of knowledge and focus on understanding what NDIS participants’ ‘choice and control’ really means – big barriers! It’s clear from what many people who have used other Providers before connecting with us, that […]

Based on feedback from NDIS Participants, the things that are most needed and valued include: The preparedness and ability for Providers to take the time and really understand what a person needs and then provide the service and opportunities that empower people to lead the life they want. The service and support must be of […]

Ideally, it would be great if you did and then you might realise what Services and Support you could get but aren’t getting and may even need! You are not the only one who has difficulty understanding the ‘language’ of the NDIS – data shows many people with NDIS Funding are only using about 70% of […]