FAQs: The NDIS and assistive technology.

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Assistive technology is a broad term that can include everything from adaptive cutlery to motorised wheelchairs and even home modifications. With different types, values and risk levels, it can be hard to get your head around AT. Today the Leap in! Crew answers your most frequently asked questions about AT so you have a better

What is an NDIS nominee and what do they do?

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We get asked a lot of questions here at Leap in! HQ. Our crew has loads of experience dealing with the challenges our Members face, including some unique NDIS terms which can be confusing. This week, our Members and their families have been asking about NDIS nominees and what they do so we’ve prepared some

5 tips for getting job ready if you have a disability.

There’s a lot to think about when it comes to making the transition to employment, or even returning to work if you have been out of the workforce for a while. The Leap in! Crew provide some tips for starting your journey to employment. How to get job ready. 1. Get a support crew. Navigating

Resources to help you find a job.

Looking for a job can be hard! The good news is there is plenty of help available if you just know where to find it. The Leap in! Crew has prepared the below list of resources to help you get started. A great place to start. NDIS Employment Supports. The Leap in! blog article NDIS

A guide to early connections under the early childhood approach.

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Early connections are an important aspect of Australia’s new early childhood approach, designed to support young children with developmental concerns and their families. Early connections connect children and their families with early supports and information to develop capacity and improve the child’s opportunities. The important thing to know about early connections is that children do

NDIS Consumables budget guide 2023

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When it comes to getting the most out of your NDIS Plan, understanding the different budgets and what they can cover is really important. You may recall there are three main budget areas – Core, Capital and Capacity Building. Need a refresher? Check out our previous article NDIS Plan budget categories explained. Today, we’re going

NDIS Home modifications.

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Home modifications are custom changes made to a home to make it easier and safer for you to access and use. NDIS home modifications can cover small or significant changes to the structure, layout or fittings of your home to meet your individual disability needs. It’s a complicated area and there’s a lot to consider,

NDIS vehicle modifications.

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We are often asked questions about specific supports and whether they’re funded through the NDIS. One that raises a lot of questions is vehicle modifications, so we thought we’d outline some of the key information, what the NDIS may fund and what it doesn't. It’s important to have a good understanding of this information before