Priority Plan Management

09/08/2024

🚨 BREAKING NEWS🚨

Disability sector mobilises to secure the future for a better and fairer NDIS

Organisations representing disability service providers, NDIS and allied health providers have joined together to launch a national campaign to secure the future of services for people with disability and create a better NDIS.

The organisations are launching a joint campaign website 4abetterNDIS.com.au where people concerned about the future of disability services can take action, have their say and send a letter to the federal government asking for a commitment to addressing the current crisis in funding for disability services.

Providers of quality disability services are already reaching breaking point. Recent surveys by National Disability Services and Disability Intermediaries Australia found that 75 per cent of providers are considering stopping some or all of their disability services because of the price limits that came in on 1 July.

“We need the Government to drastically improve management of the NDIS, and act urgently to deliver fair, transparent and sustainable pricing”, said Mr Jess Harper, Chief Executive Officer of Disability Intermediaries Australia.

“The NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme Pricing decision is simply indefensible. Keeping price limits fixed for half a decade despite inflation, award wage increases, and operating cost pressures is irresponsible and reckless. This pricing decision has already resulted in the closures of safe, quality, and skilled service providers with more to come,” Mr Harper said.

The website will be supported by activity across social media as organisations spread the word about the impact of the market failure that is taking place in the NDIS.

“We know that closure of services will most affect participants with high and complex support needs – because it is more costly to deliver those services. These are the very people that the NDIS was set up to support,” said Emily Forest, Interim CEO of National Disability Services.

Karenza Louis-Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Ermha365 and CEO Collab spokesperson said "High-intensity supports help NDIS participants with challenging behaviours manage their needs, avoid crises, and live fulfilling lives. Taking these supports away suddenly, without any warning, puts their safety and well-being at risk"

Allied Health Professions Australia CEO Bronwyn Morris-Donovan said “After five years of not even so much as indexation of NDIS therapy support and orthotic/prosthetic service pricing against inflation, our sector has reached breaking point.”

Now is the time to speak up and be heard. Without action, disability service providers will be forced to continue reconsidering their professional futures and service provision under the NDIS, with devastating impact on the people with disabilities who rely on them.

https://www.4aBetterNDIS.com.au

Bill Shorten Kurt Fearnley Michael Sukkar MP - Member for Deakin Senator Jordon Steele-John

28/05/2024

Bill Shorten rushed changes to the NDIS bill through in the last parliamentary sitting day before the budget. The potential changes will be detrimental to the members of our community with permanent and lifelong disability. Senator Jordan Steele has called upon us to email politicians to block the bill. It takes just a minute to help support the most vulnerable in our community.

The government’s Getting the NDIS back on track Bill will in fact, take us very very far off track. This Bill threatens the future of the NDIS and the rights of disabled people. Send an email now to urge politicians to vote no to Labor’s Changes to the NDIS! Earlier this year the government prop...

19/12/2021

Hi everyone. We are unable to pay for these with NDIS funding (without NDIA approval) however they can be really helpful as an emotional regulation item. We have this brand for our daughter and it is excellent, $40 is amazing! They will sell out quick 😊

Adult Calming Blankets just $40! Warehouse Sale Times: 10am-4pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (20th to 22nd December) at 80 Grove Ave, Marleston, 5033

26/10/2021

Today is "World Occupational Therapy Day". We would like to say a BIG thank you to all of the wonderful OT's that support our clients.
This year's theme is "participation, inclusion and independence" to celebrate the role OTs play in supporting people of all abilities to engage in activities they find meaningful.
Image Description: A rainbow coloured logo alongside the description World Occupational Therapy Day 27th October 2021

25/10/2021

Dyslexia is described as a persistent challenge with acquiring and using written language and is often found to be hereditary.

Albert Einstein, Walt Disney and Leonardo da Vinci are some of the many famous people diagnosed with dyslexia.

Image description - A chalkboard with the text "October is Dyslexia Awareness Month"

18/10/2021

How fantastic is this? Adaptive technology putting smiles on faces and promoting a more inclusive society. Now that’s a win win!!
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/gary-ablett_technology-is-pretty-incredible-levis-speech-ugcPost-6846568334109106176-iVCT

Technology is pretty incredible! Levi’s speech pathologist organised this clever device that allows Levi to play independently by simply using his eyes... 149 comments on LinkedIn

14/10/2021

An important reminder for all of us.

Schedule some time into your week to take care of you!

Image quote:
“Whatever you take care of today, make sure you’re on your own list. At the top.
Kindness starts with self-care.”
Image: A picture of a coffee cup that says "sweatpants & coffee".

13/10/2021

Check out Nike's hand free shoes. Wow, creativity and innovation for inclusive fashion......Bring it on!
A step in the right direction. 📕 Read more: http://ow.ly/BV0G50G7EQH
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=201451645014203

Big brands are finding ways to make their clothing and footwear more accessible to the 15% of the world population living with a disability.

11/10/2021

Happy Carers Week 2021
We can't thank you enough for all that you do!!

10/10/2021

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This is a month to celebrate individuals with Down Syndrome and to raise awareness of their abilities and accomplishments.
Picture Description: Young lady with Down Syndrome receiving an award at Government House. She is smiling!

08/10/2021

Come and say 'Hi' 👋
We're excited to meet you at Kyd-X today.
Image Description: The PPM Logo and a picture of a young lady by the river. Includes the "We support the NDIS logo".

07/10/2021

"When you wear odd socks you’ll be helping GROW raise awareness of mental health issues and help to stamp out the stigma around mental ill-health. By wearing a pair of Odd Socks you’re on your way to starting the conversation about mental wellbeing."

Reducing stigma of mental ill-health raising awareness and helping GROW fundraise is what Odd Socks day is all about.

06/10/2021

We'd love to see you at Kyd-X on Saturday 9th October! Come say "Hi" to the Priority Plan Management Team, we look forward to catching up with you.

05/10/2021

The A List is coming! A new social hub for autistic your people. Developed with autistic young people for autistic young people, The A List is the online information and booking hub of autism friendly things to do you have been searching for!
https://www.alisthub.com.au/

The A List is an online hub where young autistic people and their families can find social and group activities. It also provides social skills resources and videos.

30/09/2021

“Life is good especially on a Friday.”

30/09/2021

Tips to help promote inclusion in your sporting community!

This week, we’re celebrating National Week of Deaf People 2021 🧏 This video shows some suggestions on how to make sport more inclusive for deaf and hard...

08/09/2021

R U OK? A conversation could change a life! Check out the link below to learn some simple steps that can help you to change a life.

R U OK? is a su***de prevention charity encouraging Australians to start life-changing conversations, when they're needed most. Four simple steps guide you to ask "Are you OK?", and help someone in need safely and comfortably. A conversation can change a life.

03/09/2021

Yes!! We are so happy to hear this good news.

Some good news for our Paralympians: the federal government will boost funding to Paralympics Australia, meaning medalists at the Paralympics will receive the same cash bonuses as medalists at the Olympics. Paralympians will receive $20,000 for gold, $15,000 for silver, and $10,000 for bronze. They previously received no bonuses for those wins. 📸: Buda Mendes/Getty Images