For many, the festive season can be a time of mixed emotions. It is often a time of joy, a time spent with loved ones, and a relaxing break from the bustle of busy life. It’s important to have the right supports in place as we enter the end-of-year festivities so that you can navigate…
When you have been allocated an NDIS plan and have funding for a Support Coordinator, choosing the one that best suits your need is probably the most important first step! What is a Support Coordinator? A Support Coordinator (SC) is someone who works for you to assist in bringing your goals to life. The SC…
So! You’ve found your niche; you thrive in a role where you are supporting people living with disability to navigate day-to-day life. While your job is incredibly rewarding, your skillset leaves you wanting more. Or perhaps, your lifestyle and personal circumstances better suit a hybrid work position with maximum flexibility. Whatever the case, stepping into…
Having a Support Coordinator can be of immense benefit when utilising your NDIS plan; and it’s not something you are automatically allocated funding for. In fact, roughly a third of NDIS participants have Support Coordination as part of their funding. So how can you obtain (and keep!) Support Coordination as a component of your plan?…
As parents or caregivers, you want to support your child the best way you know how. When faced with a disability diagnosis, it’s easy to become overwhelmed when faced with choosing the therapies, supports and services that your child may need. At OnSide, we can support you and your child through the NDIS process right…
NDS recently made a submission to the Victorian Portable Long Service Scheme review. Our submission was informed by extensive consultation with NDS members, who provided examples of the impact and costs of the Long Service Benefits Scheme on their organisations. Key issues raised include a lack of clarity around coverage (particularly of supported employees and…
