Little Blue Wren Services

17/09/2025

Did you know that community access and respite can transform lives?

We're excited to announce that Little Blue Wren Services is now proudly delivering NDIS High Intensity Supports in the Northern Rivers!

Our tailored approach ensures that you or your loved ones receive the best care possible. Whether it’s supporting independent living, community engagement, or respite, we are here for you.

Let’s work together to create a more inclusive community. Contact us today to learn how we can support you!

20/08/2025

✨ Big changes are coming for families with kids on the NDIS ✨

The government has announced a new program called “Thriving Kids”.

👧🧒 What it means:
• From 2027, children with mild to moderate autism or developmental delays may no longer get support through the NDIS.
• Instead, they’ll be supported through a new system called Thriving Kids.

💡 The idea is that help will come through places you already know and use – like schools, GPs, and child health services – instead of the NDIS.

💰 The government has set aside $2 billion for this change, with states expected to chip in too.

📊 Why?
• Right now, almost half of all people on the NDIS are kids, and most new plans are for children with autism or developmental delay.
• The government says the NDIS can’t keep growing this fast, so they want a new system that gives families support earlier and in the community.

📌 Important:
• Children with more significant needs will still be able to get the NDIS.
• Kids already in the NDIS won’t just be “kicked out” overnight – there’ll be reassessments and transition support.

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👉 Parents, this means if your child has milder support needs, you may be linked to Thriving Kids instead of NDIS in the future.

❤️ The goal (according to the government) is to get families help sooner, in everyday places, without long waits for an NDIS plan.

For a full detail of Minister Butlers Speech

Read Minister Butler's speech at the National Press Club in Canberra about securing the future of the NDIS.

04/08/2025

Important info about claiming

From 1 July 2025, there are new price limits for a range of NDIS services as detailed in the 2025-26 NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.

22/07/2025

🎉 You guessed it – Jess S was in Ballina! 🦐

Thanks to everyone who played along – the Big Prawn gave it away, didn’t it? 😉

Monday, I hit the road through the beautiful Northern Rivers, stopping in at:
📍 Ballina
📍 Lismore
📍 Goonellabah
📍 Casino

Even with the rain, it was a great day out connecting with locals and soaking up the scenery. Stay tuned for the next "Where are we?" adventure – you never know where I’ll pop up next! 🌿🚗💙

21/07/2025

🕵️‍♀️ Where in the world is Jess S today? 🌧️🦐

I’ve been out and about today, visiting a few spots in the beautiful North Cost of NSW!

Here’s a giant clue to help you guess where I am... 👀👇📸

Drop your guesses in the comments! ⬇️

(Hint: This crustacean is kind of a big deal around here 🦐😉)

Jess will be back in the office tomorrow to get back to all your emails and calls!

19/07/2025

Little Blue Wren Services is dedicated to empowering meaningful change through its steadfast support of meritorious causes, as exemplified by events such as Jeans for Jeans Day.

During the month of August, Little Blue Wren Services is spearheading a fundraising event for the Children's Medical Research Institute. In tribute to loved ones who have bravely fought against genetic disorders and in solidarity with our cherished Little Blue Wren family members who are overcoming these challenges, we are committed to participating in fundraising to further build an understanding of genetic disorders, encompassing diagnosis, therapy, and potential cures.

Support us here by making small tax deductible donation.

I’m raising money for Jeans for Genes to help fund cures for the 1 in 20 kids born with a genetic disease. Please support me by making a donation today – thank you! 💙

16/07/2025

📍 Yesterday’s Mystery Location Revealed!

You’ve waited long enough… Jess S and Jess C were meeting participants in Port Macquarie! ☀️🌊

From seaside meetings to connecting with local services, it was a day full of meaningful conversations (and maybe a sneaky coffee by the beach too! 😉).

We love the chance to work in such a beautiful part of NSW while supporting participants to achieve their goals.

Stay tuned — we’re hitting the road again soon… any guesses where we might pop up next?

15/07/2025

🧭 Where Are We Today?

Well… nobody guessed it yesterday — but Jess S and Jess C were out supporting in beautiful Murrurundi! 🌿💙

It’s one of our favourite hidden gems, and we loved catching up with participants and providers in such a welcoming community.

Now it’s a new day and we’re on the move again!

📍Location Two: Can you guess where the Jess duo has landed today?

Drop your guesses below 👇

14/07/2025

📍 Location One!
Where are Jess S and Jess C supporting this morning? 👀

Our Jess duo is out and about, helping participants navigate the NDIS and work towards their goals with confidence 💙

Whether it’s a coffee catch-up, a planning meeting, or connecting with providers—these two are always bringing the energy and expertise!

Stay tuned to see where they head next!

👇 Drop a guess in the comments if you think you know where they are this morning!

23/06/2025

📵 Communications outage (Phone & Internet) 📵
Dear Customers,
Unfortunately Telstra communications is well beyond our control and we are incredibly sorry advise that many of our calls are not making it through to our phones and messages are not coming through to us as quickly as you are sending them a the services is delayed or incredibly distorted.

This is due to some major outages across Tamworth and the surrounding areas, we are without 4&5G coverage and this impacting all sorts of communication we are having.

Our recommendations is that you continue to communicate via email and have all of your communication in the one spot so nothing gets lost or left out.

If you require new assistance please contact admin@lbws.com.au to have your enquiries answered asap. This email will be connected to Optus over the next few days.

Below are the days that Telstra plan ti continue their upgrades in which we are likely un reachable. We are incredibly sorry for the disruptions and are working to keep connected s quickly as possible.

11/06/2025

🧾 What is the NDIS Annual Pricing Review?

Every year, the NDIS checks how much it costs for providers to give support and services.

This is called a Pricing Review.

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💰 Why do they do a Pricing Review?

The NDIS wants to make sure:
• Prices are fair for both participants and providers
• People can keep getting the support they need
• Support workers are paid properly

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🔍 What happens in the Pricing Review?

The NDIS:
• Looks at how much it costs to run services
• Talks to providers, support workers and participants
• Checks if prices need to go up, down or stay the same

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📅 When does it happen?

The Pricing Review happens once a year, usually before July 1.

This is when new prices may start.

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📘 What does it mean for me?
• Your plan budget might stay the same or change
• The price of your supports might go up or down
• You can keep getting the right supports without running out of money too soon

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✅ Do I need to do anything?

No, the NDIS and your providers will take care of it.

But your Support Coordinator or Plan Manager can help you understand the changes.

The Annual Pricing Review 2024-25 has been released.

We have introduced pricing changes to ensure participants are not charged more than any other Australian for their supports.

Data has confirmed that people with disability have been paying ‘NDIS premiums’ for certain therapies, while those same services are being delivered broadly to other Australians at lower rates.

You can learn more and read the full list of recommendations at 💻 https://ow.ly/6yku50W7uZl

27/05/2025

Advocates – we need your input to better understand advocacy consent!

Have you been told you don’t have the right consent to support someone with the NDIA or a Local Area Coordinator?

We’re hearing more reports of advocates being unable to support someone with the NDIA due to complicated consent issues. We want to better understand where and why this is happening.

Help us collect the data we need to push for clearer, more consistent consent processes for advocates.

Take the short survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/fybpn2R5G4