Whether you’re a support coordinator, family member or other caregiver, being a stroke caregiver requires compassion, resilience, and continuous learning. What is a stroke? Strokes are caused by blocked blood flow to the brain (ischemic stroke) or sudden bleeding in the brain (hemorrhagic stroke).In either case, parts of the brain become damaged or die. A […]
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The final report of the Independent NDIS Review conducted has been released with 26 recommendations and 139 supporting actions for the NDIS to implement. An independent review was undertaken to restore trust and confidence for NDIS participants and to improve experiences and outcomes. The Australian Government and states and territories have committed to reforming the
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What is EDNA? Elements by Dynamic Neural Arts (EDNA) is a tablet touchscreen device Ability Partners send to your home that allows you to complete intense, engaging therapy on your terms. Our specialist Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists use this cutting edge technology to rehabilitate your upper limb function. How does EDNA work? EDNA is therapy
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Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can be a challenging journey for participants, particularly when it comes to appealing decisions made by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) regarding allocated funding. The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) process serves as a crucial avenue for those dissatisfied with their plan outcomes. In the past, the AAT
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Challenging life situations are an inherent aspect of human existence, and our stress response is an evolutionary adaptation that readies us to react to perceived threats. While certain stress can have beneficial effects, chronic stress emerges when facing persistent negative stressors that are difficult to resolve or evade. This prolonged stress can have detrimental effects
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Ability Partners have sourced the journal article, Effectiveness of paediatric occupational therapy for children with disabilities, to inform clinical practice for an existing case. Our NDIS client was diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, SPD and ODD, and has impairments with developing independence, regulating senses and emotions and life skills. Paediatric Occupational Therapy (OT) A child’s life
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Strategies to Increase Employment and Economic Participation for People with a Cognitive Disability The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an initiative in Australia aimed at providing support to individuals with disabilities and their families. The “Interventions to support economic participation and employment” research paper was commissioned by the NDIS to examine the various interventions
My goal this year is to bridge the gap between research and practice by bringing research to life for our customers. I aim to make a meaningful impact by summarising research papers and making them accessible and actionable for individuals. My focus in this post is on NDIS customers, particularly those in the autism community,
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When: Wednesday 29th March, 12pm – 1pm AEDT Where: Zoom What: Embracing Equity with Akii Ngo special online event Why: To help businesses and individuals understand equity at work and home Speaker: Akii Ngo Our Embracing Equity webinar is in celebration of International Women’s Day. This event is to empower and educate people about the importance of equity and the difference
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Download your free Diabetes Factsheet Learn all about Diabetes and funding with NDIS supports. Simply fill out the form to receive your copy. For more information call 1800 276 347 You might also be interested in: All services Is telehealth suitable for my participant?
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