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NDIS Funding Categories Explained: A Simple Guide for Participants

NDIS funding is generally divided into three main categories: Core Supports, Capacity Building Supports, and Capital Supports. Each category is designed to help participants achieve different goals and support needs. One of the most common questions I hear from NDIS participants and families is, “What do all these funding categories actually mean?” A few weeks

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What Is Short-Term Accommodation (STA)? A Guide for NDIS Participants

What Is Short-Term Accommodation (STA)? A Guide for NDIS Participants

Short-Term Accommodation (STA) is an NDIS-funded support that provides temporary accommodation, personal care, meals, and activities for eligible participants when they need support away from their usual home. If you’ve been researching NDIS supports, you’ve probably come across the term STA. I decided to write this article after seeing several participants and carers ask the

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Does NDIS Cover Transport Costs

Does NDIS Cover Transport Costs? A Simple Guide for Participants

Yes, the NDIS cover transport costs if your disability makes it difficult for you to use public transport or travel independently to access work, education, community activities, or other supports. Transport is one of the most common topics participants ask about. A few months ago, I came across a discussion where several people were confused

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Recovery Coach vs Support Coordinator

Recovery Coach vs Support Coordinator: Understanding the Key Differences

The main difference between a Recovery Coach vs Support Coordinator is that a Recovery Coach focuses on mental health recovery, while a Support Coordinator helps participants understand and manage their NDIS supports and services. Many NDIS participants and families get confused when they see both services included in discussions about support. A few weeks ago,

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What Does a Support Coordinator Do?

What Does a Support Coordinator Do? NDIS Role Explained

A Support Coordinator helps NDIS participants understand their plan, connect with services, manage supports, and work toward their goals. If you’ve recently received an NDIS plan, you’ve probably come across the term “Support Coordinator.” Many people hear it during the planning process but are not completely sure what the role involves. I decided to write

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