Furry friends like dogs and cats can be unsung heroes, offering companionship, support, and practical help that can improve independence and quality of life for people with disability. Fur babies, paw pals, comfort canines, purr partners, whatever you like to call them sure are popular. The RSPCA reports that 69% of Australian households include at
Movies and TV are a big part of our culture. Everyone should get to see shows with characters they can relate to. But people with disability often don't get enough representation on TV, in movies or even in advertising. Today, we're excited to tell you about Aria Mia Loberti. She's a blind actor who plays
It’s that time of year again when New Year’s resolutions are a hot topic of discussion. Here’s a quick history lesson and a guide to setting and keeping your New Year’s resolutions for 2024. The history of New Year’s resolutions. The tradition of making New Year's resolutions dates back thousands of years. In ancient
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
Do you have a goal to live more independently? Do you struggle with some of life’s essential tasks? Sometimes, it’s the small things that can make a big difference. Like getting support to learn how to do an everyday activity. That’s where the Improved Daily Living Skills NDIS support budget comes in – it can
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, there are several different ways to access essential services and supports. The two main programs that deliver hearing supports in Australia are the Hearing Services Program (HSP) and the NDIS. The supports provided depend on your age and eligibility for the relevant program. It’s a little bit
If you have disability and find that tasks like mowing the lawn or maintaining a tidy garden can be a challenge, you may be able to use your NDIS funding to help keep your yard clean and safe. The Leap in! Crew knows it can be tricky to determine exactly what the NDIS will cover
Do you have an employment-related goal in your NDIS Plan? Are you at school and thinking about what’s next? Are you on the NDIS and working or doing volunteer work? NDIS employment supports may be able to help. If you’re on the NDIS and have a work-related goal, whether it’s to find a job, earn