Empowering your life - NDIS support coordination

24/05/2026

"MUST READ FOR ALL NDIS PARTICIPANTS, FAMILIES & CARERS"
Major NDIS changes are already underway and more are expected over the next few years.

These changes may affect:
- Plan funding
- Reassessments
- Support coordination
- Participation supports
- Plan management
- Unspent funds
- Eligibility requirements

I have created an EASY TO READ guide explaining:

- What is changing
- What participants should prepare for
- Worst case risks
- Your rights
- How to protect yourself moving forward

This is NOT designed to create panic.
It is designed to help participants and families stay informed, prepared and proactive before changes happen.
Please take the time to read through the slides below.
For the FULL detailed presentation guide, download here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zMdVy9vKAXNeU77fY8e1ZCCxjEib1plg/view?usp=sharing

Please share this with other participants, carers and families who may benefit.

08/02/2026

Support Worker / Cleaner – Unvaccinated (Client Choice)

We are seeking a reliable, unvaccinated for Covid support worker and cleaner to support my client based in Elizabeth, SA.
This requirement is based on the client’s personal beliefs and informed choice, which must be respected.

Hours:
• Approx. 4 - 6 hours per week
• Opportunity for additional hours.
• Flexibility required based on the client’s needs

About the role:
• General domestic cleaning
• Support with Shopping, appointments and community participation
• Emotional and mental health awareness
• Calm, respectful presence
• Consistent routine and reliability are essential

Essential requirements:
• Unvaccinated (non-negotiable, client choice)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current Police Check
• ABN
• Reliable, well maintained car and valid licence
• ALWAYS on time – punctuality and consistency is critical
• Flexible availability when needs change
• Able to work independently and follow clear instructions
• Comfortable providing support notes after every shift
• Must like dogs as they are inside dogs x 2

Experience and attributes we value:
• Experience supporting people with mental health needs
• Clean, organised and detail focused
• Proactive and observant, notices changes and raises concerns
• Respectful of boundaries and confidentiality
• Strong communication skills
• Consistent, dependable and not a “no-show” type
• Takes pride in their work
• Must speak clear English
• Ability to build a positive working relationship with my client

This role suits someone who genuinely values choice, dignity and reliability and understands the importance of showing up properly for clients.
If this sounds like you, please PM with your experience, availability of days and times with confirmation you meet the above requirements.

Respectful applicants only. Client choice must be honoured.
Immediate start.

04/12/2025

Seriously????

Deaf Melbourne man Heath Worton says his NDIS plan halved funding for Auslan interpreters, cutting hours from about 208 to 100 a year, leaving him isolated and rationing appointments and social events. Internal NDIA advice urged a “total communication” approach and speech therapy to explore other methods, which he rejects. Deaf Connect and others say planners misunderstand Deaf culture and treat Auslan as inferior amid wider nationwide NDIS cost-cutting reforms.

A close-up photo of Mr Worton a man with short dark hair in a blurred indoor setting. Overlaid text reads: “NDIS cuts Deaf man’s Auslan funding, recommends he explore ‘other communication methods’.

26/11/2025

A huge thank you to for sharing this update in a way our community can actually understand.
These new NDIS laws hit close to home for me.
Every week I see people who are anxious, confused or scared they’ll lose supports because of decisions they don’t understand or have not been communicated effectively. I see families exhausted from chasing answers. I see participants who’ve been taken advantage of by the wrong people. It hurts them and it hurts the whole scheme.
Stronger rules matter.
Real consequences matter.
Fairness matters.
If these changes mean more protection, less dodgy behaviour and a system that actually feels safe and reliable, then I’m all for it. The NDIS should be lifting people up, not leaving them scared without necessary funding and a support system that protects them.

📢 New laws coming – Minister McAllister says:
🛠️ We must start using plans that are ready right now.
📜 I will soon share new laws to help fix big NDIS problems.
🤝 These laws will help keep the NDIS fair and safe.

🚨 Stronger rules and punishments
⚖️ We will make punishments tougher for people who do the wrong thing.
⛔ This will stop people from breaking the NDIS laws.
🕵️‍♂️ The NDIS boss will get more power to stop bad businesses and workers.
🚫 They can ban people who help NDIS providers get registered.
📣 The NDIS boss can stop tricky ads that lie or share wrong information.
✅ These changes are smart and ready to start.

📆 Fixing more over time
📈 We know even more changes are needed.
🔧 We want a system that is easy to follow.
🚫 We want it to be very hard to break the rules.
💸 We want to stop NDIS money from going to the wrong people.
🕵️ We want to catch big rule-breakers.
⛓️ We want people who do the wrong thing to know they will be caught.

🚫 No more cheating
❌ We will stop people from cheating the NDIS.
💰 We will stop secret paybacks and sneaky help.
🤝 The NDIS must help disabled people, not make others rich.
💔 When people cheat the NDIS, they often hurt disabled people too.
🛡️ We want to keep people with disability safe and strong.

Made easy by Make it Easy www.makeiteasy.com.au

From Minister Jenny McAllister speech to the McKell Institute on 11th November is at: https://www.health.gov.au/ministers/senator-the-hon-jenny-mcallister/media/speech-from-minister-mcallister-mckell-institute-11-november-2025

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20/10/2025

Looking for a Neurodivergent Maintenance Mentor - Marion, Adelaide

We’re looking for a reliable, patient and neurodivergent affirming maintenance worker or handy person to support one of our NDIS participants in learning practical home maintenance skills.

This role is about teaching, guiding and empowering, not just doing the work. You’ll be helping our participant gain confidence with safe, hands on learning around the home in preparation for independent living.

Tasks include:
- Teaching how to safely use basic hand tools
- Changing light bulbs and fittings
- Basic repairs like tightening taps or hinges
- Learning cleaning, maintenance and safety routines
- Minor painting or patching tasks

You’ll need to be:
- Reliable, patient and respectful
- Comfortable teaching step by step in a calm, structured way
- Supportive of neurodivergent communication and learning styles
- Able to model safe tool use and basic repair techniques
- A good communicator who values independence over perfection

Requirements:
- Current ABN
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Police Check (within 12 months)
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle
- Basic set of hand tools and safety equipment
- Experience with NDIS participants, mentoring neurodivergent clients highly regarded
- Must be punctual, dependable and capable of working independently

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, please IM

24/09/2025

Thank you

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NEWS: from the Sydney Morning Herald
“Family doctors out, government
assessments in to determine NDIS support”

🔁 EasySnap of news article:
🧑‍⚕️ Changes to NDIS Support

🏥 Family doctors will not give reports now.

📝 The government will do interviews instead.

💰 This will help save money for people.

🗓️ From mid-2026, new rules will start.

👦 All people aged 16 and older will have interviews.

⏰ The interview can take up to 3 hours.

❓ The interview will have many questions.

🏠 The questions will ask about daily life needs.

🦽 The questions will cover 12 life areas.

🗣️ These areas include moving, talking, and self-care.

💪 They also include health and home life.

👩‍💼 A trained person will do the interview.

🤖 A computer will not do the interview.

🧩 Some people will get extra checks if needed.

🇦🇺 The tool used is made in Australia.

🏫 The University of Melbourne helped make the tool.

🧑‍🦽 The tool is called I-CAN.

🔄 The tool will help make NDIS fair and easy.

👥 The NDIS helps 740,000 people.

💸 Some people cannot pay for big doctor reports.

📄 The agency cannot read many long reports.

🕒 Getting reports can take a long time.

💵 Getting reports can cost a lot of money.

🆕 The new way will be better for people.

🖥️ The new way uses new technology.

🇦🇺 The new way will help people with disability in Australia.

Hard words:
🧑‍⚕️ assessors - People who ask questions and check needs.
🧩 complex - Hard or has many parts.
🧑‍🦽 NDIS - National Disability Insurance Scheme. Helps people with disability.
🧑‍🦽 participants - People who use the NDIS.
🧑‍⚕️ allied health professionals - People who help with health, not doctors.
🧑‍⚕️ agency - A group that runs the NDIS.
🧑‍⚕️ procured - Got or bought.
🧑‍⚕️ refined - Made better over time.
🧑‍⚕️ disadvantaged - Not having the same help as others.

EasySnap with Make it easy! www.MakeItEasy.com.au

17/08/2025

Female Support Worker Needed every 2nd Thursday – CLARENCE GARDENS
4-hour shift supporting a 28yr old male participant.

Clients request:
- Prefer female in their 20's or early 30's
- Needs to live within 10km's from Clarence Gardens
- Outgoing
- Reliable
- Well maintained car and exceptionally clean
- Loves to cook with participant
- Community participation
- Assist with household chores
- Shopping
- Assisting participant to build friendships

Must have:
- National Police Check
- ABN or be with an NDIS-registered provider
- First Aid & CPR
- Reliable car + licence

DM if you are available

Send a message to learn more

14/08/2025

🚗 South Australia has introduced important changes to the Disability Parking Permit (DPP) scheme, expanding eligibility from 1 July 2025.
People with cognitive, behavioural, and neurological disabilities - including those with autism, brain injuries, or dementia — can now apply for a permit. Legally blind passengers are also eligible for the first time.
These updates reflect a growing recognition that not all disabilities are visible. The changes follow earlier reforms in the ACT and show a national shift toward more inclusive and accessible parking policy.
If you manage buildings, facilities, or car parks, this is the time to review how your accessible bays are managed and protected.
Read more about what’s changing and how to prepare: https://thatsmyspot.com.au/changes-to-disability-parking-permits-in-australia/

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14/08/2025

URGENT – Support Worker Needed TOMORROW – ELIZABETH

2-hour shift helping a client just home from hospital.
Grocery shopping + a few odd jobs at home.

Must have:
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- National Police Check
- ABN or be with an NDIS-registered provider
- First Aid & CPR
- Reliable car + licence

Preference:

- Unvaccinated worker preferred.
- If unvaccinated, role will be shopping only (no in-home tasks).

- Paid NDIS work – local only.
- DM me if you can help!