Up to 700,000 Australians have an Acquired Brain Injury that affects their ability to undertake daily activities or participate in everyday life. Today, we’ll take a look at how the NDIS applies to Acquired Brain Injury and the types of supports available. What is Acquired Brain Injury? The term Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) describes any
The saying “there’s no place like home” was made famous by Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. And it’s true. Home is somewhere we feel at ease and have the freedom to be ourselves. The NDIS delivers a range of supports to help people with a disability to live independently in their own home, rental
Today, we are providing answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about children and the NDIS. I’ve just found out my child is eligible for the NDIS. What do I need to do next? The next step depends on the age of your child: For children aged 0-6, you’ll meet with an early
Everyone has the potential to be creative regardless of their age or ability. But did you know, when it comes to art, some studies show that people with a disability are more likely to create art than people without a disability? Perhaps that’s because art is a great way to express ourselves. It can also
NDIS Plan meetings and Plan reassessments can take a lot of preparation! To make it a little easier, we’ve answered some of the most common questions we get asked at Leap in! HQ regarding NDIS Plan meetings and reassessments. First up, it's important to know that the language has changed - plan reviews are now
Today, we’ll have a closer look at mobility aids, what can be funded by the NDIS and how you can receive funding for these aids. What is a mobility aid? Mobility aids are designed to make life easier. They help you to move more safely and faster compared with not using aids. Some examples of
We recently explored the topic of Psychosocial disability and the NDIS, including how to apply for the NDIS and the assessment criteria. Understanding what the NDIS may cover and what it doesn’t when it comes to mental health conditions can be confusing. Today, we’re looking a little closer at the types of supports the NDIS
At the end of each NDIS Plan meeting, you will decide on how to look after the money in your NDIS Plan. There are several options for managing your plan and its budgets. It’s important to understand these so that you can make an informed decision at your NDIS Plan or Plan Review meeting. Today,
