Motor Neurone Disease — 7 things you should know
MN what? If you’re sitting there thinking ‘OMG what is MND?’. Then we’re here for you. Here are 7 things you should know about Motor Neurone Disease (MND) — the neurodegenerative disease that affects over 2,100 Australians, and kills approximately two Australians every day. By sharing this information, we hope to raise awareness of MND, and connect […]
Source Kids Disability Expo (Melbourne)
We’re excited to join the lineup this year at Melbourne’s biggest disability expo! We will join 120+ other exhibitors at the Source Kids Disability Expo. About Source Kids Disability Expo The Source Kids Disability Expo is coming back to Melbourne for the second year. Focused on children, youth and young adults up to the age […]
Living with Down Syndrome—Maddie lives life to the full.
You know those kind of people who walk into a room and just fill it with light? Well that’s Maddie. She’s bubbly, warm and full of positivity. Maddie’s energy and zest for life is truly infectious. She may be living with Down Syndrome, but Maddie lives a life full of happiness and an abundance of […]
What is the difference between SIL and SDA?
What is the difference between SIL and SDA? If you or a family member have an NDIS plan, you may have heard these two terms: SIL and SDA. But what’s the difference between them? SIL stands for Supported Independent Living, while SDA stands for Specialist Disability Accommodation. While the two terms sound similar, they are […]
What is SIL under the NDIS?
What is SIL under the NDIS? If you or a family member have an NDIS plan or have been looking into NDIS plan options, you may have heard about SIL. But what is SIL? SIL stands for Supported Independent Living. In short, SIL involves the help or supervision of daily tasks, allowing NDIS participants to […]
How does the NDIS plan support people with Autism?
How does the NDIS plan support people with Autism? For people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the National Disability Insurance scheme (NDIS) can give them the opportunity to receive a level of support that they would not normally receive. In this blog, we’ll be taking a look at a few ways an NDIS plan […]
Can I buy personal protection equipment (PPE) with my NDIS plan?
Can I buy personal protection equipment (PPE) with my NDIS plan? As the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact communities all over the world, more and more people are choosing to invest in high-quality PPE to reduce their risk of contracting the virus. In this blog, we’ll explain what PPE is and if you can purchase […]
Gary’s Journey with InstaCare
Gary’s Journey with InstaCare. Hi Readers, I’m Gary Covington, a long-term survivor of motor neurone disease (MND) who was diagnosed in May 1993. I was only 38 and had, up to that point, been enjoying life with my two lovely daughters, aged only 9 and 7 at the time. Today, they have precious few memories […]
Who is Emma Gee?
Who is Emma Gee? – Author of Reinventing Emma Emma Gee is one of Australia’s most critically acclaimed inspirational speakers due to her unique insight into solutions to person-centred care and resilience. Emma is a stroke survivor with a background in occupational therapy, with personal experience of what it truly takes to take back control […]
Instacare NDIS Price Guide – 2020
Instacare NDIS Price Guide – 2020 NDIS have recently released their Price Guide for the 2020/2021 financial year where price limits have changed and may affect your supports and how much we can pay for your services. New price limits are applicable for services provided after July 1st 2020, these rates are the maximum rates […]
How mindfulness can change your everyday life?
How mindfulness can change your everyday life? There’s no question about it – we’re living in unprecedented times. Nobody could have predicted the impact COVID-19 would have on the world. Whether culturally, physically, economically or mentally, we’ve all been affected in some way. Such sudden, serious lifestyle changes can be difficult to deal with. Maybe […]
What is NDIS?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) gives people with a disability greater choice and control over the support they receive. It provides eligible people with funding based on their personal needs, goals and aspirations. The NDIS recognises that everyone is different and gives people with disability choice and flexibility. This means you can choose who provides […]