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16/05/2024
Victorian Social Services Regulator publishes guidance materials for providers
Ahead of new Social Service Standards on 1 July, the guides will help social service providers understand their obligations.
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15/05/2024
JobAccess launches conversation guide on workplace adjustments
The guide helps employees with disability and their employers engage in productive discussions about workplace adjustments.
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15/05/2024
NDS submits recommendations for a new risk-proportionate regulatory model for the NDIS
Our model will improve regulation of workers and providers while keeping quality and safeguarding standards high.
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New to PACE? What to watch for
As the national rollout of PACE continues, we have tips to get you up to speed with the new system, latest improvements, and five issues for troubleshooting.
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Palliative Care, life limiting illness, and support for people with a disability
Eastern Metropolitan Region Palliative Care ConsortiumInformation and resources for disability providers and support workers
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Victorian Disability and Social Services Regulation Amendment Act 2023
This page contains resources about the Victorian Disability and Social Services Regulation Amendment Act.
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WA Disability Support Awards Ceremony 2024
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Crown Perth, Western Australia
Event start date:
18/05/2024
NDS is looking forward to the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of people who demonstrate excellence, passion, vision and commitment to supporting people with disability.
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Risk Management Systems Workshop
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20/05/2024
Learn what a risk management systems should include to achieve effective clinical governance and meet quality standards.
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A deep dive into exploring strategic employment services transformations – a workshop for disability services exploring contemporary employment pathways for supported employees
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Melbourne, Victoria
Event start date:
21/05/2024
Join us for the upcoming in-person NDS workshop on transforming disability employment services.
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News update
16/05/2024
Victorian Social Services Regulator publishes guidance materials for providers
Ahead of new Social Service Standards on 1 July, the guides will help social service providers understand their obligations.
News update
15/05/2024
JobAccess launches conversation guide on workplace adjustments
The guide helps employees with disability and their employers engage in productive discussions about workplace adjustments.
News update
15/05/2024
NDS submits recommendations for a new risk-proportionate regulatory model for the NDIS
Our model will improve regulation of workers and providers while keeping quality and safeguarding standards high.
News update
14/05/2024
Federal Budget 2024–25 is a missed opportunity
The federal government misses its chance to support quality disability services and provide much-needed confidence to a sector in crisis.
News update
13/05/2024
DES providers should start preparing for the 2025 contract
Even with key details of the funding and marketing model still unknown, there is much providers can do now to prepare.
News update
9/05/2024
Have you noticed a reduction in disability related health supports?
In response to member concerns, we are asking providers if they have noticed a trend to reduce participant packages, particularly for health supports.
News update
9/05/2024
New standard for psychotropic medicines has person-centred approach
ACSQHC releases the first national standard for the use of psychotropic medicines in care of people with cognitive disability or impairment.
News update
9/05/2024
Portable long service leave needs a national response
With states bringing in portable long service leave to the community sector, NDS sees little benefit to sector employment or providers.
News update
9/05/2024
Western Australian budget update
WA budget includes support for early intervention staffing, transition care and a commitment to expanded state stewardship during NDIS reforms.
News update
8/05/2024
Government releases new CHAP tool for young people.
Tool for annual health assessments now has a version for people with an intellectual disability aged 12 to 18 years.
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14/05/2024
Budget a missed opportunity to restore confidence to disability sector
Some welcome measures in the federal budget, but NDS are deeply disappointed at the lack of targeted measures to support a sector in crisis.
Media release
11/12/2023
New data reveals “worst year ever” for disability providers, more expected to close
The State of the Disability Sector Report 2023 shows a sector at breaking point as providers report their worst year ever, with many struggling to break even.
Media release
7/12/2023
NDIS Review Findings Welcome, Urgent Action Needed on Independent Pricing
The review recommends many positive steps, but the sector's current financial challenges cannot be ignored for effective implementation and lasting changes.
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29/09/2023
Disability services peak body welcomes Royal Commission report
NDS welcomes the Royal Commission report. We are ready and willing to play a role in reforms and believe providers have a valuable contribution to make.
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