All

What is Support coordination and makes a good Support Coordinator?

Posted on

Support coordination is a capacity building support. This service is part of some participants plans to help achieve the goals that are set in their NDIS plan.   There are three levels of support coordination that can be included in participants plans   Support connection – Is the connecting of participants to supports outlined in […]

All

Celebrating 500,000 NDIS participants

Posted on

The NDIS is now transforming the lives of 502,413 participants across the country living with significant and permanent disability, The NDIS being the world-first insurance scheme to achieve such high numbers of participants. The NDIS is having a positive effect on Australians with disability, their families, support workers, as well as economic growth through the […]

All

How do I prepare for NDIS planning meetings?

Posted on

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 need to […]

All

Grounding exercises Melbourne

Posted on

Grounding exercises Melbourne Grounding exercises are aimed at grounding us/bringing us back into the present moment. These exercises provide relief when feeling anxious or overwhelmed, having distressing or unhelpful thoughts, memories, or strong emotions. There are different types of grounding exercises, and you may find adjusting some of the exercises will work best for you. […]

All

My Short-Term Accommodation (STA) Experience

Posted on

One of our participants, Mahmood explains his experience transitioning into Short-Term Accommodation while his bathroom and bedroom are being renovated at home. I-HDS Short-Term Accommodation helps you and your family or carer sustain balanced life. STA gives you the chance to explore opportunities, make new friends, learn new skills, and have a break from home. […]

All

What my Support Worker means to me

Posted on

  At I-Help Disability Services we have amazing support workers that really make a difference in people lives. Whether you’re passionate about starting a new career or want a job that is flexible, well-paid or meaningful, you can make that difference with us. If you want to join the team, visit: https://i-helpdisability.com.au/careers/ and send your resume […]

All

How do you get funding for Supported Independent Living?

Posted on

https://youtu.be/KsgAU7EBR54Step 1: The first step to getting funding for Supported Independent Living and other home and living supports is through the completion of the Home and Living Supports Request Form (https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/home-and-living/home-and-living-supports-request-form). This document contains the following sections: reason for request, housing and living supports are needed, current living situation, current living arrangement, housing and living […]