Our blogs
December 2023
NDIS Review: what does it mean for families?
The NDIS Review final report has been released. It outlines how the NDIS can work better now and in the future, and makes some big recommendations. So what does it mean for families with children with disability? We’ve summarised the...Read more about NDIS Review: what does it mean for families?
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November 2023
Free virtual emergency medical service
It can be stressful taking your child to a hospital emergency department, especially at busy times like evenings and weekends, when there are lots of people and long wait times. The Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED) is a FREE online...Read more about Free virtual emergency medical service
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Make Year 7 Orientation Day easier for your child
Year 7 Orientation Day is coming up and the next stage of your child’s school journey is about to start. Are you worried about how they’ll cope with new teachers, different classrooms, and new classmates? You might also be concerned...Read more about Make Year 7 Orientation Day easier for your child
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October 2023
What you need to know about the new NDIS participant portal
The NDIS is moving to a new computer system called PACE. It comes with a new portal called my NDIS participant portal. PACE will roll out over the next 18 months. From October 30th all new NDIS participants will start...Read more about What you need to know about the new NDIS participant portal
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Carer Allowance vs Carer Payment: which one is for you?
So, what’s the difference between the Carer Payment and the Carer Allowance? Both provide financial help for carers, but they’re run a little differently. The Carer Allowance is a payment of $144.80 a fortnight for people who provide daily care...Read more about Carer Allowance vs Carer Payment: which one is for you?
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