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There is a growing body of evidence, and a great deal of lived experience, showing that social connection is one of the most important contributors to human wellbeing. This is not a new insight: it is one of the most consistent findings across decades of research on what makes life feel meaningful, manageable, and worth […]

Getting to community activities is one of the most practical barriers that people with disability face. A yoga class, a social group, a community garden, or a cooking workshop might be exactly what would make a real difference to someone’s week. But if getting there is difficult, expensive, or impossible without support, the activity becomes

A support worker is one of the most direct expressions of what the NDIS is designed to do: put practical, reliable help into the hands of people with disability so they can live the lives they choose. But the role of a support worker is often misunderstood, either underestimated as simply completing a list of

For many people with disability and their families, the idea of accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme can feel like standing in front of a very large door without being sure of the right way to knock. The NDIS is a significant scheme with a structured process, and understanding that process before you start makes

When NDIS participants and families talk about ‘support coordination’, they sometimes use it as a general term for any help navigating the NDIS. But within the NDIS itself, support coordination is a specific funded support — and it comes in three distinct levels, each designed for a different level of need and complexity. Understanding which

If you’re new to the NDIS — or if you’ve had a plan for a while but still aren’t completely sure what each person on your support team actually does — you’re not alone. Support coordination and plan management are two of the most commonly confused elements of an NDIS plan, and the confusion is

How Connect Support Group Empowers Participants Through Culturally Inclusive Care Language should never be a barrier to receiving quality disability support. Yet for many individuals and families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, navigating the NDIS can feel confusing, overwhelming, and at times inaccessible. At Connect Support Group, we are committed to breaking down

A Guide for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Families Australia is home to a rich mix of cultures, languages, and communities. For people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can sometimes feel confusing or overwhelming—especially when language, cultural beliefs, or unfamiliar systems create barriers. At Connect Support Group,

If your circumstances change while you’re on the NDIS, you do not have to wait until your next scheduled review. In many situations, you can request a reassessment of your NDIS plan. An NDIS plan is designed to be flexible. If your support needs increase, decrease, or significantly change, you can ask the NDIA to

If you’re an NDIS participant, an NDIS plan review is a structured check-in to make sure your supports, funding and goals still reflect your current needs. For many people, the review process can feel uncertain — especially if you’re considering requesting more funding or changes to your supports. This guide explains what actually happens at