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Roo Friend has a deep appreciation of the benefits of spending time in the garden. Growing his own food fills him with joy, fulfillment and wonder. The Brisbane-based music therapist, educator and diversional gardening therapist has experienced...

Being well prepared for your NDIS Plan or Plan Review meeting can make all the difference in getting the right amount of funding for the supports and services you need. Today, we are launching a new series on preparing for your NDIS Plan meeting to ...

Looking after yourself can often be the last thing on your mind when you have multiple responsibilities. If you care for someone with a disability, taking time out for you can bring about feelings of guilt, especially if you are also juggling...

From part two of our free guide, Future planning: a guide for parents and carers. It can be hard to think clearly during an emergency. When you care for someone with a disability, planning ahead can reduce the stress associated with an emergency...

While it can be difficult to confront the reality of a changing condition, it is helpful to consider how it may impact the person with a disability and their care needs over time. It’s also essential to take into account any longer-term care...

Did you know that around 30% of NDIS funding goes unspent annually? According to the latest NDIS quarterly report, for supports provided between 1 April 2020 to 30 June 2020, 30% of funding had not been claimed. Unspent funds don’t roll over...

One of the major reforms announced by the NDIS recently is the introduction of a new Participant Service Charter which sets out what participants can expect from the NDIS and their partners in the community. If you’ve ever been unsure about what...

We know that many of you rely on Leap in! to bring you the most up-to-date information about the NDIS in an easy to understand format. Today, we are taking a look at the recently released NDIS Quarterly Report, that reviews the period from April...