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Moving out of home is a major milestone and an important life goal for many people. For people with disability, the challenges around finding suitable housing options can make this a difficult step to take. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is designed to empower Australians living with disability by providing them the support they […]

When it comes to managing challenging behaviours, having a plan in place is key. That’s where a Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) comes in. Think of it as a roadmap that helps you understand why behaviours happen and what we can do to support you through them. In this blog post, we break down the five […]

In 2024, Interaction is hosting a number of small community days out for participants, staff and families to try something different to our usual Family Day events. For the first Participant Day Out for the year, Interaction participants and staff enjoyed a morning out at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, followed by a picnic lunch. We […]

Interaction will soon be running a 2-hour training program to support participants in accessing the internet safely. Topics such as cyberbullying, scam prevention, and sharing personal private information will be covered. The course is interactive with various mediums used to keep the topics interesting. The course can be self-funded or covered by funding depending on […]

The NDIS provides support for people with disability who want psychological support. To ensure that there is as much information as possible about accessing this service, we will cover how to access NDIS Psychologists and obtain any necessary mental health support. Psychology vs. Psychiatry People often get these related mental health sciences mixed up. There […]

Moving out of home and living on your own, or even with roommates, is a major milestone. The sense of adventure and autonomy from having one’s own place to live in and use as you see fit, as well as the implied self-sufficiency, are all emblematic of having “made it.” Thanks to Australian disability support […]

Living with a disability means different experiences for different people. Each person’s journey is shaped by their individual circumstances, opportunities, and support systems. Regardless of a person’s age or ability, Community Access is one thing that should remain constant. Community Access refers to the pathway for individuals to fully participate in all aspects of their […]

Are you trying to make sense of your NDIS plan? It helps to have a well-connected and resourceful Support Coordinator by your side. Your Support Coordinator is responsible for facilitating your NDIS Plan to make sure you are happy, healthy, and empowered to live the life you choose. What is an NDIS Support Coordinator? Accessing […]

Supported independent living, often abbreviated as SIL, is one of the many valued services offered by the NDIS. It is a form of support that assists individuals to live as independently as possible, while receiving oversight and assistance from a qualified support worker. There are different categories of supported independent living based on the outcomes […]