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Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Transport Assistance in the NDIS: Ensuring Accessibility and Independence

In today’s world, access to transportation is more than just a convenience – it’s a crucial aspect of living an independent and fulfilling life. For individuals living with disabilities, transportation is important to engage with their community and access essential services. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recognises the impo [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Collaborating with Families and Carers in SIL: Strengthening Support Networks

Collaborating with the families and carers of people with disabilities is important in creating a strong and responsive disability support network. The journey towards independent living becomes seamless and more enriching because of the collaborative approach towards disability care. Additionally, it amplifies the benefits from various supports an [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Embracing Inclusivity: Nurturing Social Connections for Individuals with Disabilities

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) seeks to empower individuals with disabilities by providing them with the necessary support and services to enhance their quality of life.One of the fundamental aspects of the NDIS support is to promote inclusivity by helping these individuals to connect with their communities and nurture social conne [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Enhancing Independence: The Significant Role of Assistance Animals.

Assistance animals are an important support for individuals living with disabilities, enabling them to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. The inclusion of assistance animals in the lives of people with disabilities can have significant positive effects like improved mental and emotional well-being. Assistance animals are not pets but speci [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Encouraging Community Engagement and Social Inclusion through Short-Term Accommodation

Participating in social and community activities has the power to enhance one’s sense of belonging, connection, and inclusion, while simultaneously building confidence and promoting a sense of safety. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provides funding for personalised support and services that helps people with disabilities to acces [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Your Path to Independence: Becoming Eligible for Supported Independent Living

Supported Independent Living (SIL) is funded by the NDIS to enable people with disabilities to live independently while receiving personalised support. SIL support focuses on building the independent living skills of the participants along with paid personal assistance to take care of their daily living activities. Supported Independent Living is a [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

Benefits of Supported Independent Living for Individuals with Disabilities

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plays an important role in fostering independence in the lives of people with disabilities in Australia. The support and services funded by the NDIS provide substantial benefits to individuals with disabilities, allowing them to live fulfilling lives while receiving necessary disability assistance. Su [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

How Respite Care Can Help Reduce Stress for Adults and Seniors.

Efficient and compassionate caregivers can bring positive changes in the lives of people with disabilities. But it is important for both the carer as well as the person receiving the care to take a break from their usual routine to rejuvenate themselves. The National Disability Insurance Scheme provides funding for Short Term Accommodation (STA), i [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

NDIS and Mental Health: Exploring the Available Supports

Taking care of our mental health is important as it directly influences our overall well- being and quality of life. Disabilities that can result from the mental health conditions of an individual are called Psychosocial disabilities. People living with psychosocial disabilities need reliable and continuous support. While the clinical services are [...] Read More


Aastha Respite Accommodation
01-12-2023

How Core Supports Enhance the Health and Well-being of NDIS Participants

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) helps eligible people with disabilities to access individualised disability support plans that focus on their unique goals and needs. The NDIS also ensures that the plans are reassessed in a timely manner to accommodate the changing needs and goals of the participants. This helps to maintain constant [...] Read More


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