A Word from Wendy
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ith grant wins, Christmas While many families still express that
celebrations, the rollout of the they are not completely across the
together to enjoy what was a very
challenging, but very rewarding year.
We were also so grateful to the EBL
Foundation Chair, Tracey Edwards,
for nominating EBL to participate
in the “Future2 Foundation Make
the Difference Grants! 2017” grant
last with others about your experiences,
good or bad. If you have an issue
they are grateful for the preparation Advisory a cup of coffee and a biscuit please?” that is concerning you and would like
that has been going on to reduce Group Both mother and son are very the carers group to take it up with
confusion about the changes. Our meeting, happy with how their NDIS plan is management or the Board for you,
team continue to focus on providing we were working for them. In our meeting, the we are happy to do so. Even if you
the best service possible for fortunate to members also discussed that it would only have a half hour to spare, we
individuals as we guide them through get some be nice to have a few more carers in would be pleased you could attend
feedback our group. for a short while. If you could RSVP
to the new world.
We are looking forward to working from one of our members concerning
closely with our community once her son’s transition to the NDIS.
again in 2018 to navigate the Thanks to the support from EBL
uncertain water that lay ahead. Disability Services in setting out
program. Future2 is an amazing As always, a big thank you to the
organisation dedicated to making dedicated and wonderful employees
a lasting difference in the lives of who continue to support our efforts –
those who need it most, giving we are eternally grateful.
disadvantaged young Australians
This is simply an opportunity to talk
the message (unassisted) “can I have there is a lot happening at EBL.
disabilities and their families coming
used is, “can I have a cup of coffee please?” Her son was able to add to new service delivery of the NDIS,
the greatest number of people with
A
t our Carers NDIS in SA and more, it is safe to say
Our Christmas party last year saw
EBL Carer Advisory Group
a second chance and hope for a Wendy Warren
better future. Thank you to Tahlia Chief Executive
and Matt for your hard work in EBL Disability Services
his plan, he is continuing to enjoy
the services he requires. We were
also informed of his improved
communication skills since using an
iPad with a program installed just for
that purpose. One of the phrases it
By now you should have received an
invitation to a morning tea for carers
which is to be held on Thursday 15th
March 2018. Current members of the
carers group will be present and we
would like to meet with other fellow
carers using the services of EBL.
You will not be pressured to join
to EBL office on (08) 8252 1000 by
the 8th March, so we can arrange
the tasty treats, that would be great.
Hope to see you there!
Dawn Brodie
Convenor
EBL Carers Advisory Group
the group if you are not interested.
preparing the grant submission too,
we are extremely proud of you both.
On behalf of those clients who will Q: I have $1 next to an A: It can mean a number of things.
benefit – thank you! item in my plan. What QUOTE PENDING
And now, with the rollout of the NDIS
in full swing here in South Australia,
does this mean?
It may mean that there is a quote pending, so the NDIS do not know how
much the support will cost until they receive more information.
we continue to work closely with IN-KIND
clients and families to prepare for the Some NDIS participants are receiving services from providers that have been
transition and transformation as we paid in advance. Before the NDIS was established, states and territories paid
step into the new world. With 80% for providers to deliver services to peopl e with disabilities. As agreed by
of our supported independent living state, territory and Commonwealth government they will continue to pay
services currently transitioning to the for these services directly and NDIS participants will continue using these
NDIS, I am sure you can imagine we services. These pre-paid supports and services are called "in-kind".
have been very busy. To represent an in-kind service, the NDIS includes $1 next to the support in
95% of our respite clients now your plan.
have an individualised NDIS budget This doesn't mean that you only have $1 for the support, just that the cost of
and service agreement in place. the support is already covered.
Our services are also diversifying
to accommodate the new way of Find out about in kind supports here:
operating to support individuals with www.ndis.gov.au/participants/inkind.html
disabilities under the NDIS. FLEXIBILITY
Some plans may have had, a nominal amount ($1) put next to an item so a
participant has the flexibility to spend their core budget on the things that
help them achieve their goals.
There are a number of things to think about if you want to use your budget
like this.
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