Are we losing real connection in a system built to support?
Join Dr Angela Amado, global expert in inclusion and relationships, for a thought-provoking webinar on belonging, community, and the NDIS, alongside a panel of expert voices.
✨ 40+ years experience
✨ Panel discussion
✨ Real strategies for connection
Be part of the conversation shaping a more inclusive future.
Register now. Link in bio.
Pressure is mounting on NSW and WA to adopt minimum accessibility standards for new housing after Treasury found that consistent implementation of NCC is crucial to improve construction sector productivity.
Last week a report from Treasury emphasised the efficiency benefits when the National Construction Code is implemented consistently across the country. Yet NSW and WA are undermining this by dragging their heels on implementing the Livable Housing Design Standard. Not only are these jurisdictions continuing to build homes that aren’t fit for all Australians – they are also undermining an efficient and productive construction sector.
There’s no more time for delay. NSW and WA should commit to accessible homes for all Australians.
The NDIS was built for inclusion and independence.
But some recent changes risk taking us backwards.
Reform is needed but it must protect choice, connection, and outcomes for the people the Scheme was designed for.
#NDIS
#Inclusion
#DisabilityRights
#DisabilityAdvocacy
#DisabilityAustralia
What does it look like when people with disability choose to live together? 🏡 For these mates, who moved into an SDA house, it’s all about the comforts of home and laughs with friends. Welcome to Nick, Luke and Marty’s share house. 👋
Today we’re releasing the final episode of the Summer Foundation’s Reasonable & Necessary podcast.
Find out what's happening behind the scenes of the biggest changes to the NDIS.
In this final episode, Dr George Taleporos speaks with El Gibbs and Dougie Herd, Co-Chairs of the NDIS Reform Advisory Committee, to unpack what these reforms could mean for people with disability and their families.
They also talk about the importance of choice in housing and supports and the need for a specialist navigator role to help people explore and design arrangements that work for them.
As the podcast comes to a close, we thank Dr George Taleporos for his role as host and his contribution since 2018 and wish him all the best as he takes the podcast forward independently. ☀️
Don’t miss this final episode.🎙️ Stream via your favourite listening app.
✨ Join our Innovation Council in a paid role for 12 months and help shape new ideas in housing and support. ✨
We are looking for someone who is interested in new ideas, especially around modern housing and support options for people with disability.
We are especially interested in people who have lived experience and understand what it’s like to need high levels of support, including support available 24/7.
If you’d like to share your experience by being part of an advisory group, you can follow the link in our bio to find out more or apply.
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NSW is falling behind on accessible housing.
Other states have already committed to the Livable Housing Design Standard. It’s time for NSW to step up and ensure new homes are built safer, more accessible, and ready for the future. 🏡
Big changes are coming to the NDIS.
Here are 4 things the new planning rules must get right to ensure participants keep choice and control.
#NDIS #NDISReform
Definitions shape systems.
The proposed new definition of a NDIS provider will influence how housing and supports are regulated for years to come.
Swipe through for six key points from our recent submission.
We’re thrilled to share that the new Summer Foundation website is now live! 🚀
Behind the scenes, our team has been working to create a refreshed experience that reflects our vision for the future. The new site offers an improved user experience and a clearer picture of the change we’re striving for: a future where people with disability with high support needs have real choice in where they live, who they live with and how they are supported.
Visit us at: .au/
We are looking for 5 people to appear in photos alongside our work. 📷 If you'd like to be involved or find out more, get in touch. 👋 Please note this is a paid opportunity.
