The ListenABLE podcast with hosts Dylan Alcott and Angus O’Loughlin is proving to be a huge hit! Proudly sponsored by Leap in! the podcast is now 17 episodes strong … and counting. Enlightening, inspiring, funny and intense at times, ListenABLE challenges perceptions about what it is like to live with a disability. Today, we’re exploring
A new package of reforms has been announced by the NDIA. Drawing on the recommendations of the Tune Review, the reforms are the most extensive in the seven years since the NDIS started. Today we take a quick look at the changes that are already underway or planned over the next two years. Participant Service
Whether you’re ready to move out of the family home now or have set a goal to do this in the future, understanding the options will help you find the right living environment. In most cases, finding somewhere to live is something you’ll need to do yourself or with the support of family and friends.
Cooking can be loads of fun and is an important part of self-care. Preparing your own food can help you become more independent – and even more importantly, give you greater choice about what you eat. Today, we’re sharing our top hacks for cooking so you can be safe, organised and take advantage of the many
Tristan Careless has found his passion. When the 21 year old discovered the bass guitar at a local music group, he was immediately hooked. Every Tuesday and Thursday you’ll find Tristan chilling out, playing his favourite songs and learning new ones with his friends at Studio23 on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Studio23 is a safe space
This is a question we are often asked at Leap in! HQ. While both are services that help you implement your NDIS Plan, they offer different supports and appear in different locations in your plan. Let’s take a look at how each one works. Plan management - a flexible way to manage your NDIS budgets. Plan management
The bond between humans and animals is a great source of joy, comfort and companionship. So it’s no surprise that working with horses can be highly beneficial for some children and adults with special needs. We recently came across a great article in Source Kids about Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) by teacher and EFL instructor Elaine
At a time when the world is changing rapidly, you may find yourself experiencing anxiety more than usual right now. Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia, affecting more than 2 million Australians. Today, we share some helpful tips for managing anxiety, along with a few handy resources. What is anxiety? Anxiety
