Your Journey Your Choice Support Services

04/09/2025

🚨 Important NDIS Update: New Funding Periods 🚨

From 19 May 2025, the NDIS will be introducing new funding periods for all newly issued plans.

👉 What does this mean?

If you already have a current plan, nothing changes your funding will continue the same way.

These updates only apply to new plans issued after 19 May 2025.

If you’re coming up for a plan review or expecting a new plan soon, it’s important to discuss these changes with your NDIS planner.

📌 More information is available on the NDIS website:
🔗 Changes to NDIS funding periods

🔗 Frequently Asked Questions

At Your Journey Your Choice Support Services, we’ll continue to keep you updated and support you through these changes 💙🌱

04/09/2025

🌟 Important NDIS Update – Thriving Kids Program🌟

From 1 July 2026, the Australian Government will begin rolling out the Thriving Kids Program a $2 billion initiative designed to better support children aged 8 and under with mild to moderate developmental delay or autism.

✅ What this means

Children with significant and permanent disabilities will continue to be supported by the NDIS.
Children with less complex needs will be supported through mainstream services like schools, GPs, and community health centres under Thriving Kids.
The aim is to provide early, accessible, family-friendly support while ensuring the NDIS remains sustainable.

🗓 Timeline

July 2026 – Transition period begins.
Mid-2027 – Full rollout. Children with mild/moderate needs entering after this time will access Thriving Kids instead of the NDIS.

💡Good to know

Children already on the NDIS before mid-2027 will remain supported until equivalent Thriving Kids services are ready.
Supports may include parent coaching, allied health, school-based programs, and group/community services.

At Your Journey Your Choice Support Services, we’ll continue to keep families informed, advocate for participants, and ensure no child misses out on the supports they need. 💙

If you’d like to talk about how this change may affect your family, please reach out to our team.

👉 For more info, visit: [Health.gov.au Thriving Kids fact sheet](https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-08/thriving-kids-fact-sheet.pdf)

03/09/2025

Tragically, every year over 65,000 Australians attempt to take their own life and over 3,000 Australians die by su***de. Lifeline receives over 1 million contacts from people in crisis each year.

For World Su***de Prevention Day (Sept 10), Your Journey Your Choice will be taking part in Out of the Shadows and walking for the 9 people lost to su***de every day.

We are walking to raise funds for Lifeline to provide su***de prevention services and support Aussies in need. Together we can ensure that no one has to face their darkest moments alone.
https://www.outoftheshadowswalk.org.au/fundraisers/yourjourneyyourchoicesupportservices

25/08/2025

🎉🏡 Congratulations Tarian! 🏡🎉

Today is such a special day you’ve received your forever home with the Department of Housing!
The wait was worth it, and now you can make this home everything you’ve ever dreamed of. ✨

From all of us at Your Journey Your Choice Support Services (YJYC) we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see how you make it truly yours. 💙

11/08/2025

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08/08/2025

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Sign up for Out of the Shadows and walk to remember those lost to su***de for World Su***de Prevention Day (Sept 10).

27/07/2025

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21/05/2025

The NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme has shared more information about the change (Section 33) to funding periods.

Click the links below so you can read the latest information.

Changes to NDIS funding periods communication - https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/10721-changes-ndis-funding-periods

CEO message - https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/10728-message-ceo-about-supporting-you-manage-your-ndis-funding

Updated FAQs - https://www.ndis.gov.au/changes-ndis-legislation/frequently-asked-questions-about-legislation

From 3 October 2024, new laws for the NDIS are now in effect. This follows the passing of the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Getting the NDIS Back on Track No.1) Bill being passed by the Parliament on 22 August 2024

12/05/2025

May 12 is Fibromyalgia Awareness Day 💜 Over 1 million Australians live with fibromyalgia – a complex, chronic condition that causes widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and cognitive difficulties often called “fibro fog.” Despite being invisible, fibromyalgia is very real – and for many, life-changing. It’s often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and dismissed, leaving people to navigate years without answers or support. 🧠 Fibromyalgia is classified as a nociplastic pain condition, meaning the nervous system processes pain differently. There is no cure, but with the right care and community, many people find ways to manage and improve their quality of life. You are not alone. 👉 Take the National Pain Survey and tell us about your experience: https://redcap.hmri.org.au/surveys/?s=AEM7AWMMN4KE7RTY

12/05/2025

Good Audiobooks for Mental Health: A Curated List

If you’ve been on a journey looking for good audiobooks to support your mental health, you’re not alone and there are some incredible options out there. Whether you’re seeking understanding, comfort, motivation, or mindfulness, these titles can offer a supportive companion in your day-to-day life.

Self-Help & Psychology-Based
1. “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk
A profound look at how trauma affects both body and mind, and how healing is possible.
2. “Atomic Habits” by James Clear
Great for anyone looking to build structure and healthier routines—small changes can make a big difference.
3. “Lost Connections” by Johann Hari
A thoughtful exploration of depression and anxiety, focusing on connection and purpose as paths to healing.
4. “You Are a Badass” by Jen Sincero
Uplifting, funny, and energizing—perfect for days when you need a boost.

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Mindfulness, Meditation & Compassion
5. “Wherever You Go, There You Are” by Jon Kabat-Zinn
A calm and grounding introduction to mindfulness.
6. “Radical Acceptance” by Tara Brach
Blends psychology and spiritual wisdom to help you let go of self-judgment and open to healing.
7. “The Happiness Trap” by Russ Harris
Based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), it’s full of practical tools to get unstuck.

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Memoirs with Mental Health Themes
8. “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone” by Lori Gottlieb
Both a therapist’s and patient’s story—relatable, funny, and deeply human.
9. “Reasons to Stay Alive” by Matt Haig
A moving, honest memoir about surviving depression, filled with insight and hope.
10. “Everything is F*cked” by Mark Manson
A counterintuitive but thoughtful look at mental resilience in a complicated world.

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Comforting or Uplifting Fiction
11. “Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman
A heartfelt story of transformation and connection.
12. “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig
A magical yet deeply emotional exploration of regrets, choices, and the value of life.

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These are just some of the titles that helped some of my participants to find clarity, peace, and motivation through audio storytelling. Whether you’re walking, resting, or just needing a gentle voice in your ear, one of these may be just what you’re looking for.