Goal setting for teenagers and young adults.

Young person with disability, on balcony outside, with parent showing them a phone.
The teenage years are a time of significant change in a young person’s life. Many transitions take place during these years so it’s helpful to consider how goal setting can support this exciting and sometimes daunting time. When it comes to goal setting for teenagers and young adults, the focus shifts towards preparing for adulthood,

How to switch from agency or self management to plan management.

One of the important choices to make when it comes to your NDIS Plan is how your plan is managed. You let the NDIS know how you’d like your plan to be managed at your NDIS Plan or plan reassessment meeting, which takes place in person or over the phone. However, you can request this

Rebecca turns childminding challenge into game-changing app.

Two adults wearing Kiddo t-shirts, playing at a table with two young children.
When mother of two Rebecca Dredge began using Facebook and traditional agencies to find babysitters for her kids, she knew there had to be a better way. Turning to technology, Rebecca founded Kiddo – a one of a kind inclusive care platform that connects parents to verified babysitters, nannies and NDIS support workers. Fast-forward four

Sporting wheelies program helps JP achieve his health and social goals.

JP at a basketball court, surround by friends.
Brisbane’s Jean-Paul (JP) is kicking goals in health, movement and social connection thanks to the sport of Boccia. After being introduced to the sport by his social worker, JP joined the Sporting Wheelies Inclusive Sports program and hasn’t looked back. The Inclusive Sports program gives participants aged six and over the chance to try a

United in action: International Day of People with Disability.

Young man with disability and his support worker taking a selfie.
The 2023 International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is almost here. IDPwD will be observed around the world on Saturday 3 December to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability. Countries and communities recognise this day in their own way. In Australia, there are loads of ways to get involved –

The power of wayfinding for creating more inclusive spaces.

Young girl with disability standing outside with headphones and backpack on.
When you enter a location into Google or Apple Maps and follow directions to get there, you’re using wayfinding technology. It’s this same technology that has the potential to make indoor locations more accessible and much easier to navigate. We take a look at how this game-changing technology works and how it could open up a

What does choice and control mean in the NDIS?

Daughter and father sitting at desk with computer
“Choice and control” is something you will often hear in relation to the NDIS. It’s commonly used when referring to supports, services and providers. But what does it mean?  Choice and control means you have the power to make decisions over the things that affect you and your life. You can make choices that are