Side by Side Care NSW

We're excited to share that soon we'll.be running a story-telling workshop for people with disabilities. The workshop aims to be fun, and also contribute to learning new skills and participating in community activities, which means those living with a disability may be able to use their NDIS funding to attend (depending on individual circumstances). It will be on Saturday 25th of November, 11am to 12pm, a the HMC - Hunter Multicultural Communities Inc, 2A Platt St, Waratah NSW 2298. If you would like to find out more or register your interest, visit www.sidebysidecare.com.au/storytelling-workshop or drop us a message. See you there!

Story-telling can be beneficial for people of all abilities but it’s not always encouraged among those who may communicate in ways that don’t completely fit the norm, like those with a learning disability, neurological conditions like Autism or psychological disorders.

This workshop will focus on helping specifically these groups of people tell a story.

To find out more and express your interest, scan the QR code on this image or visit www.sidebysidecare.com.au/storytelling-workshop
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We aim to provide quality services and assist people with disability find the right network of supports with integrity, so that you don’t have to spend endless hours finding the best support or switching providers, and you can focus on what matters most: enjoying life.

To find out more or get in touch, visit www.sidebysidecare.com.au/our-mission-and-values

Did you know that the NDIA has committed to developing an organisation that understands and responds to diverse communities?

To find out more, visit https://sidebysidecare.com.au/news/2023/8/29/enhancing-cultural-competency-within-the-ndia-and-its-partners-in-the-community

A week full of activities for people with disabilities is underway in Newcastle!

Happy Father's Day to all the wonderful fathers out there! We want to wish a special happy day to fathers with disabilities, as well as those fathers who have a kid with a disability. Enjoy your day!

We will research and make referrals that are based on your needs, not on trying to bring more money into their organisation. To find out more, visit the link in the bio

Being physically active is more than playing a team sport and it can have significant positive impact.

People with disability can greatly benefit from accessing physical activity programs, both in order to maintain their physical or mental health, and as an opportunity for community participation.

In today's article we explore this and more. You can read the full article here:
https://sidebysidecare.com.au/news/2023/8/14/unlocking-the-benefits-of-physical-activity-for-individuals-with-disabilities

Support Coordination helps you to make the best use of your supports.It's a capacity building support which helps you to:

Understand and use you NDIS plan to pursue your goals

Connect you with NDIS providers, community, mainstream and other government services

Build your confidence and skills to use and coordinate your supports.

To inquire about our support coordination services, you can contact us here https://sidebysidecare.com.au/contact-us

As tickets to the Newcastle New Annual festival go on sale Friday 30th June, we explore what resources are available to NDIS participants who want to attend some of the events.

How can the NDIS support participants who want to attend art events? — Side by Side Care NSW As tickets to the Newcastle New Annual festival go on sale Friday 30th June, we explore what resources are available to NDIS participants who want to attend some of the events. New Annual is a ten day festival of art, culture and creativity in the centre of Newcastle. It will run from 22nd Septembe

Learning Disability Week - This year's Theme is Art and Creativity. For many people with a learning disability and their families, getting creative has been a way to stay connected and positive through challenges.

'You need to get a good support coordinator. But it is very important that you get along with your support coordinator and they understand your needs and what you need for your plan […] It’s all about supporting you as a person.' Brent, NDIS participant.

At we'll be your ally. Send is a direct message to start a conversation or get in touch via https://sidebysidecare.com.au/support-coordination

If you or your loved one live with Autism and receive NDIS funding, we can:

+Help you understand your NDIS plan
+Help you understand your NDIS Budget and implement funding
+Provide linkages to service providers
+Provide a progress report, support NDIS plan reviews and Change of circumstances,
+Support you in understanding service agreements

We would love to meet you! To get in touch, go to https://sidebysidecare.com.au/contact-us

What is indirect disability discrimination? It can happen when employers or service providers put in place conditions, requirements or practices that appear to treat everyone the same but which actually disadvantage some people because of their disability.

Direct disability discrimination happens when a person with a disability is treated less favourably than a person without that disability in the same or similar circumstances.

Happy Mother's Day to all the great mums out there. Wishing you a day that makes you feel appreciated and loved!

Happy International Nurses Day! Nurses are an essential part of the NDIS. Today we want to say thank you for all you do!

We are registered to provide support coordination to people receiving NDIS funding but we also welcome participants who are self-managed or planned managed. To get in touch, visit https://sidebysidecare.com.au/contact-us

World MS Day Art Competition. Do you live with MS, are over 18 years of age and like art? To commemorate World MS Day, you can enter an art competition under the theme of Connections. Find out more at www.sidebysidecare.com.au/news/world-ms-day-art

People with disabilities or their carers can request access to NDIS funding either by phone or by or carers can make an access request by
downloading and completing an Access Request Form. The application will only be progressed once additional information is submitted detailing the impact of the disability in the participant's life.

If you'd like help preparing your submission, we can help. Get in touch via: https://sidebysidecare.com.au/contact-us

Today we remember all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. Thank you for your service.

Do you know that the Senate Standing Committee on Community Affairs is holding an inquiry into the barriers to consistent, timely and best practice assessment and support services for people with ADHD? You can send your submissions online.

To find out how we can support those with ADHD with support coordination, visit www.sidebysidecare.com.au

Did you know that the NDIA has a strategy to address the needs of people from CALD backgrounds? We've published an article about this, which you can read here https://sidebysidecare.com.au/news/2023/4/16/ndia-cald-strategy

We celebrate the push by deaf Australians to end their exclusion from juries. With the right supports deaf people and others living with a disability can participate more fully in society. To find out about our work supporting people with disabilities, visit our website at www.sidebysidecare.com.au
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We're new disability services providers offering Support Coordination in the areas of Newcastle, Hunter, Lake Macquarie and Upper Central Coast. With over 20 years of experience in the health, community, arts and social justice sectors, we are keen to provide a service where quality and responsible care go hand in hand with a human touch. To find out more about us, you can read the full article on the link below.

We’re looking forward to meeting you!

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We're looking for independent Support Coordinators to work with us providing level 1 and 2 support. We aim to become the provider of choice for people from diverse cultural backgrounds and encourage applicants from these communities. Check out our job post here. Head to our website to find out more and to fill in an expression of interest. We look forward to meeting you!

We're looking for independent Support Coordinators to work with us providing level 1 and 2 support. We aim to become the provider of choice for people from diverse cultural backgrounds and encourage applicants from these communities. Check out our job post here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3462469924/