Elements Employment Diversity Policy
Workplaces that are genuinely inclusive for people with disability don’t happen by accident. They require deliberate policy, ongoing commitment, and […]
Types of Equine Therapy
Equine therapies are a group of support approaches that use horses to build confidence, regulate emotions, and develop skills. At
The Neurodivergent Workforce Today and Tomorrow
Neurodiversity is a concept that recognises the natural variation in human cognition. Rather than treating differences such as autism, ADHD,
My Job, by Astro the Disability Support Pony
Hello. My name is Astro. I am a small horse with a very important job. Some people call me a therapy pony. Some people call me cute. Someone once called me “the fluffy boss.” I accepted that title, as I am widely recognised as the head of the pack. I am also incredibly smart. If […]
NDIS Funding Is Now Split into Quarters. What That Means for You
NDIS Funding Is Now Split Into Quarters. What That Means for You. If you’ve been told your NDIS funding is now divided into quarters, you’re not alone in feeling confused. Here’s an outline of how it works. Instead of having one yearly budget you can use flexibly across 12 months, your funding is now effectively […]
NDIS Quarterly Funding Changes: When “Pacing” Becomes Pressure
NDIS Quarterly Funding Changes: When “Pacing” Becomes Pressure NOTE: This is a long and perhaps complicated article, written by our Managing Director, Robert. He has a habit of digging a long way into how funding rules really work. If you’d prefer a simpler, practical explanation of the changes, read the plain-English version here. In our […]
NDIS Under Pressure: What Families Are Starting to Feel
NDIS Under Pressure: What Families Are Starting to Feel Over the past few weeks, several separate conversations have been happening across the NDIS. There’s talk of simplifying line items to reduce administrative burden. Support coordinators are quietly mentioning increased social isolation among younger participants. Carers are describing the stress of coordinating multiple small providers as […]
Can’t Get Through to the NDIS? Stay Calm. Here’s What It Means.
According to media reports, the NDIS lines are not always being answered at the moment. You may have tried calling the NDIS recently and found yourself stuck on hold — or not getting through at all. It’s frustrating. It can be worrying. And when your supports depend on the system working, it’s easy to assume […]
Does the NDIS Still Read Your Evidence?
Part 1 of this blog looked at NDIS eligibility in general. [Click here to read that first]. Does the NDIS Still Read Your Evidence? Let’s Clear It Up You may have seen a flurry of headlines, posts, and opinions recently claiming the NDIS no longer reads your evidence when assessing access requests or reviewing plans. […]
Who Gets the NDIS?
NDIS Eligibility: Who Gets In (and Why It’s Getting Harder) There’s been a lot of talk lately about who can access the NDIS—and who can’t. The answers can be confusing, and the rules are changing, but we think it’s worth breaking it down as clearly as possible. We’ve split it into two parts. This is Part […]