Lighthouse Peer Support

13/04/2026

Coming Soon to George Town – Supported Independent Living Home
Lighthouse Peer Support is exploring a SIL (Supported Independent Living) opportunity right here in George Town — and we want to hear from you first.

The home sits on a peaceful 3-acre farm within town boundaries, and features:
• 3 bedrooms
• Full kitchen
• Shower/bathroom
• Shared lounge
• Acres of outdoor space to enjoy
• Support workers live onsite in a separate building — close when you need them, private when you don’t.

This would be a supported, homely environment where you can live as independently as possible — with the right people around you.
• Suitable for NDIS participants (self-managed or plan-managed)
• Peer-led support — we get it, because we’ve lived it
• George Town based — close to town, with room to breathe.

Are you or someone you know looking for a SIL home in George Town?

Drop a comment below, send us a message about your interest. This is an early expression of interest only — no commitment required.

Please share this post so it reaches the people who need it most.

sean@lighthousepeersupport.com.au

08/01/2026

Both Mitch and I are qualified Psychosocial Recovery Coaches.

Our Psychosocial Recovery Coaching supports people living with psychosocial disability to build skills, confidence, and stability — with a strong focus on recovery and capacity-building, not just “doing tasks for you”.

07/01/2026

https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/about-us/compliance-and-enforcement/compliance-actions?fbclid=IwdGRleAPLyghleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEegvHd6biWzT9cfPc966Ri8dJ5QuBLQUMu3sXQDG0DxuByYRSViKbg249Rcf8_aem_cEftMSTiDrswgMv_jcoXEQ

Before choosing an NDIS service provider or support worker, add this to your checklist ✔️

The Digital Compliance Register lets you check whether the NDIS Commission has taken any compliance action against an organisation or individual. It’s a quick and easy way to make more informed choices about your NDIS supports and services.

Access it here: https://bit.ly/digital-compliance-register

28/12/2025

Government issues warning as mandatory registration for some NDIS providers confirmed

The government confirms two categories of NDIS providers will be subject to mandatory registration, more than a year after it was handed recommendations for how to implement a new system.

10/12/2025

"Getting Onto the NDIS" is an essential guide for individuals navigating thecomplexities of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. It emphasizes the importance of focusing on functional capacity rather than mere diagnosis,providing practical insights on securing the support necessary for a full filling life.Packed with vital tips and resources, this book empowers readers to advocate forthemselves and understand their rights within the NDIS framework.

Mental Health Support Services (Lighthouse Peer Support) has NDIS peer support workers in North Tasmania.

06/12/2025

Labor not being transparent. NDIA plans to move to a system where a computer program decides how much funding a person receives.

Staff will not be allowed to change the budget that the tool produces.

The article also says staff will not have to look at independent medical or allied health reports from participants.

Every Australian Counts’ Statement in response to The Guardian article on 3/12/2025 titled “NDIS plans will be computer-generated, with human involvement dramatically cut under sweeping overhaul” Summary Statement

06/12/2025

With the NDIS cutting participants funding, I have put together from on my own experiences a "What to do" kit. If it helps let me know and of course any improvements would be gratefully received.

Mental Health Support Services (Lighthouse Peer Support) has NDIS peer support workers in North Tasmania.

15/11/2025

We will be holding a few fundraiser stalls starting next week, loaded with lots of goodies made and donated by our workshop guests and our community.

Thursday 20 November - 9.30am to 2.30pm
Thursday 27 November - 9.30am to 2.30pm
.. and we will be situated on the footpath outside Wynyard Woolworths, between their front door and Dixon's Pharmacy.

We will be selling lots of amazing, quality made items including knitted/crocheted blankets, baskets, beanies and bags - sewn items such as aprons, children's sunhats, bowl cosies and bags - woven baskets, handmade soap, starter journals/sticker books, handwoven throw/scarf and jewellery.

There will be plenty to choose from for your Christmas gifts; for those who would love a handmade item made with love and care :)

Pop along and say hi and grab yourself a bargain :)

A heartfelt thanks to all who have made items and donated them to Farm It Forward Tasmania to sell. We do not receive external funds and what funds we do have has been as a result of $ donations and sales of items donated to us, or from our garlic (which will be harvested and sold very soon).

07/11/2025

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06-24/ndia-pricing-review-changes-to-travel-costs-to-impact-ndis/105425560?utm_source=abc_news_app&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_app&utm_content=link

The success stories of the NDIS "are now at risk", health providers and their regional clients warn, ahead of travel allowance payments being cut in half from next week.

07/11/2025

Have your say.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1403637537795255&id=100044470657916

The NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee is looking for input on the following supports:
* Active passive trainers
* Assistance animals for autistic people or people with intellectual disability
* Psychiatric assistance dogs
* Seizure alert dogs
* Exercise physiology
* Smart home appliances (for cooking, cleaning and gardening).
Find the survey at bit.ly/ndispublicsurvey 💚

*This is a survey made by the NDIS, not me! Promoting this so that the government hears as many of your perspectives as possible.

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03/11/2025

NDIS access has dramatically reduced for people with psychosocial disability, and participation is well below predicted rates and numbers.

Read the report in the link please and share.

https://psychosocialalliance.org.au/campaign?

The APA has written this report because we are concerned about the unexplained reduction in access to the NDIS for people with a psychosocial disability. We know that: