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News update

9/05/2024

Have you noticed a reduction in disability related health supports?

In response to member concerns, we are asking providers if they have noticed a trend to reduce participant packages, particularly for health supports.

News update

9/05/2024

New standard for psychotropic medicines has person-centred approach

ACSQHC releases the first national standard for the use of psychotropic medicines in care of people with cognitive disability or impairment.

News update

9/05/2024

Portable long service leave needs a national response

With states bringing in portable long service leave to the community sector, NDS sees little benefit to sector employment or providers.
Policy
Resources
Resources

New to PACE? What to watch for

As the national rollout of PACE continues, we have tips to get you up to speed with the new system, latest improvements, and five issues for troubleshooting.

Resources

Palliative Care, life limiting illness, and support for people with a disability

Information and resources for disability providers and support workers

Resources

Disability and Social Services Regulation Amendment Act 2023

This page contains resources about the Victorian Disability and Social Services Regulation Amendment Act.
Events & Training
Conference

Tasmanian State Conference 2024

Location: Hobart, Tasmania

Event start date: 9/05/2024

Registrations are open for NDS’s Tasmanian State Conference.

Online Event

Fair Work Act update: What you need to know

Location: Queensland (online)

Event start date: 9/05/2024

The Federal Government’s Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 became law in December 2022.

Online Event

RICM Risk, Incidents and Complaints Management: NDIS Commission: Reportable Incidents Webinar

Location: National (online)

Event start date: 10/05/2024

Please join Chriselle Athanasiou, Director Incident Intake and Early Resolution at the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission in this overview of Reportable Incidents.