In a world that celebrates major achievements, it can be easy to overlook the smaller victories. The new job. The university degree. The driver’s licence. The house purchase. The big milestones tend to receive the most attention. But for many people living with disability, some of the most important achievements [...]
For many parents of children with disability, there is a question that sits quietly in the background for years. Sometimes decades. It surfaces during hospital appointments. It appears during NDIS planning meetings. It arrives unexpectedly in the middle of the night. And it often sounds something like this: “What will [...]
The Australian Government announced the most significant changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) since it began. These reforms are linked to the 2026 Federal Budget and were outlined by the Minister for Health and the NDIS in public statements and a National Press Club address. If you are [...]
The planned introduction of the I‑CAN assessment tool is a landscape shifting quickly. Many of the rules that will guide how I‑CAN is used in planning are still being written, with public consultations scheduled for early 2026. In this environment, people with disability, families, providers, and advocates are trying to [...]
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is gearing up for one of its biggest changes yet: the introduction of the I-CAN assessment tool – short for Instrument for Classification and Assessment of Support Needs. From mid-2026, this tool will become the standard way to assess support needs for participants aged [...]
Not all disabilities are visible. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual delays, ADHD, and other cognitive or neurological conditions often go unnoticed by the outside world. But just because you can’t see them doesn’t mean they aren’t real, and it certainly doesn’t mean the people living with them aren’t incredibly strong. [...]
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is going through some big changes this year, and many participants, families, and providers are feeling the impact. Here’s a simple breakdown of what’s happening, what it means, and what people are saying. 🧾 New Rules About What the NDIS Will Fund From [...]
From the 19 May 2025, the NDIA will introduce shorter funding periods for all new NDIS plans. Funding periods determine how often a participant can access a portion of their total budget. Previously, plans were funded in one 12-month block. Now, the NDIA will divide that 12-month period into shorter [...]
Living with a disability comes with unique challenges, and choosing the right care and support is essential for maintaining independence, dignity, and quality of life. In-home disability care is becoming an increasingly popular choice for Australians seeking personalised assistance in the comfort of their own homes. But why is it [...]
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an Australian Government initiative designed to provide support to people with disabilities. It aims to ensure that individuals with disabilities receive the necessary assistance to lead fulfilling lives. The NDIS was introduced to replace the previous system of disability care and support under [...]
