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Looking after the house and garden: What will the NDIS cover?

Two people standing outside, watering a garden.

Here at Leap in! HQ, we often get asked questions about help and assistance with jobs around the house and garden. The two questions we hear the most are: Does the NDIS cover home cleaning, maintenance and gardening? How do I find the right supports to help with home cleaning, maintenance and gardening? Today we’ll

What are informal supports and why are they important?

Friends, family members, teachers and members of the community can often play an important role in supporting people with a disability. These “informal supports” are considered by the NDIS as essential support networks that complement more formal, paid supports. But what exactly are informal supports and why are they important when it comes to the

How to ensure your reports meet NDIS requirements.

At Leap in! HQ we receive a lot of questions about the information required by the NDIS, especially when it comes to reports. Chances are if you apply for the NDIS or are an NDIS participant, you will need to supply a report at some stage! If you’re a provider, particularly of allied health services

Personal care supports and the NDIS: getting the daily help you need.

Getting help with daily personal activities can be the first step on the journey to achieving your goals. If you need assistance with personal hygiene, eating and drinking, mobility or other aspects of personal care, the NDIS may be able to help. Today we’re taking a look at personal care supports which include funding a

How Rainbow Muse is helping people uncover their sparkle.

Everything about Rainbow Muse is vibrant, welcoming and colourful. The Naarm (Melbourne)-based clinic takes a different approach to mental health and therapy services - with creativity, magic and a lot of rainbows. Rainbow Muse offers therapy and psychology services for clients with and without disabilities in an environment that celebrates diversity. Founder Chenai Mupotsa-Russell set

Equine assisted therapy.

A man is brushing a chestnut horse in a grassy field in the sunshine.

It’s no secret that being around animals can make you feel happier. But did you know it can also improve your wellbeing and be used as a clinical therapeutic tool? In fact, there are therapies involving activities with horses which are collectively called equine assisted therapy (EAT). These relatively new options can make a big

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES).

School leaver employment supports (SLES) NDIS supports are designed to help students with disabilities achieve what is often a goal for school leavers – finding and starting a job. SLES aim to build a bridge between school and work, helping students understand their potential, develop skills and build confidence. School leaver employment supports may be

Busting the myths on non-registered providers.

Two women are doing yoga stretches in a sun filled studio.

Here at Leap in! HQ, one of the common questions we get asked is, "what types of providers can I pay with my NDIS funding?". The NDIS offers the freedom and flexibility to choose how your NDIS Plan and funds are managed to suit your needs. One of the great advantages of being plan managed

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